BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T183000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20230707T193611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T194143Z UID:11942-1662739200-1662834600@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Chagrin River Bird Quest 2023 DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the 8th Annual Chagrin River Bird Quest! \nWhat is Bird Quest? It’s our annual\, 24-hour\, team birding challenge in support of the Chagrin River Important Bird Area. \nGet your team together and Check in on Friday\, Sept 8\, from 4pm to 6pm\, at the West Woods Nature Center to pick up your checklist\, maps and FREE T-SHIRTS. \nThen head out birding for 1 hour or all 24\, north to the Lake Erie shoreline or south to the Audubon sanctuaries in Aurora. Bird on your own or join a guided hike (there will be at least 1 night-time Owl Prowl!). \nThen join the Celebration! at the West Woods Nature Center for food\, fun and awards at what time. Prizes for the most birds overall\, the most warblers\, the most creative team name\, and more! There’s also door prizes and raffles for spectacular nature-themed artwork! \nAll Bird Quest activities are free and open to the public but registration is required. Please register HERE. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/chagrin-river-bird-quest-2023/ LOCATION:West Woods Nature Center\, 9465 Kinsman Road\, Novelty\, OH\, 44072\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Flowers-and-Feathers-sm-e1713802293934.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T183000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20220719T161009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220719T161946Z UID:8748-1662739200-1662834600@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Chagrin River Bird Quest DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the 8th Annual Chagrin River Bird Quest! \nWhat is Bird Quest? It’s our annual\, 24-hour\, team birding challenge in support of the Chagrin River Important Bird Area. \nGet your team together and Check in on Friday\, Sept 9\, from 4pm to 6pm\, at the West Woods Nature Center to pick up your checklist\, maps and FREE T-SHIRTS. \nThen head out birding for 1 hour or all 24\, north to the Lake Erie shoreline or south to the Audubon sanctuaries in Aurora. Bird on your own or join a guided hike (there will be at least 1 night-time Owl Prowl!). \nThen join the Celebration! at the West Woods Nature Center for food\, fun and awards. Prizes for the most birds overall\, the most warblers\, the most creative team name\, and more! There’s also door prizes and raffles for spectacular nature-themed artwork! \nAll Bird Quest activities are free and open to the public but registration is required. Please register HERE. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/chagrin-river-bird-quest-6/ LOCATION:West Woods Nature Center\, 9465 Kinsman Road\, Novelty\, OH\, 44072\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Flowers-and-Feathers-sm-e1713802293934.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220908T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220908T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20220824T161725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T162037Z UID:9229-1662663600-1662667200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Birds of NE Ohio Backyard Naturalist DESCRIPTION:Over 200 species of birds can be found in NE Ohio in a typical year. Some are year-round residents and others just pass through on their way to the Boreal Forests of Canada. Others fly across the Gulf of Mexico non-stop to have their babies in our back yards! Get a close up look at 100 of the most common residents\, migrants and breeding birds of NE Ohio and learn where and when to find them. Approximately 1 hour in length. Presented by Matt Valencic. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/birds-of-ne-ohio-backyard-naturalist-2/ LOCATION:North Royalton Public Library\, 5071 Wallings Road\, North Royalton\, OH\, 44133\, United States CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Purple-Martins-forweb.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220827T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220827T113000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20220719T155315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220719T161556Z UID:8746-1661590800-1661599800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Birding Workshop DESCRIPTION:Update your skills or learn new ones in preparation for the Chagrin River Bird Quest (September 9 — 10). A one hour presentation (in person at the Novak Education Center) will be followed by a guided walk through the Novak Sanctuary to practice what you learned! Beginners and experienced birders are all welcome! \nPlease register for the Workshop HERE. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/birding-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Novak Education Center\, 382 Townline Road\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/N.-Parula-at-Geauga-Commons-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20220118T154838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T154838Z UID:7349-1652986800-1652990400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Going for the Gold! Third Thursday Series (via Zoom) DESCRIPTION:Going for the gold! 30 years of Prothonotary Warbler Husbandry \nFor 30 years\, Dan Best has been providing artificial nest cavities to increase nesting success of Prothonotary Warblers (aka\, Golden Swamp Warbler) on the Upper Cuyahoga River in Geauga County.  Join us as Dan reports on nesting success and the many lessons learned about competition from other species\, predation and flood loss avoidance.  For the last 11 years Rachel McKinney\, a Science\, Math and Environmental Education teacher\, has assisted him with the many facets of the project\, including installing the cavities in spring\, banding adult and hatchling birds in summer\, data collection and removing cavities in fall. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvdO-opzkvGteDT4YG4dGdq4mN2oPysIq-   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/going-for-the-gold-third-thursday-series-via-zoom/ CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Prothonotary-at-Boardwalk-MV-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220421T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220421T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20211229T194713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211229T194713Z UID:7253-1650567600-1650571200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Warbler Warm-up Third Thursday Series (via Zoom) DESCRIPTION:For new to experienced birders.  Using over 150 photos\, Kelly Kozlowski and Matt Valencic help get you ready for the return of warblers by reminding you of those important field marks\, behaviors and habitat preferences.  Tips for separating ‘look-alikes’ and special emphasis on song of NE Ohio breeding birds. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIscOmrqTMqHNwcXvoHdP6hF9-Wz1O_VGIH   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/warbler-warm-up-third-thursday-series-via-zoom/ CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Black-throated-Green-Warbler-MV-for-web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20220113T160126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T160126Z UID:7301-1647543600-1647547200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Songs from the Pond Third Thursday Series (via Zoom) DESCRIPTION:Songs from the Pond: an Amphibian Serenade (by Lisa Rainsong) \n​Birds aren’t the only singers in the spring!  From the earliest songs of Wood Frogs and Spring Peepers to the endlessly entertaining songs of Green Frogs\, Bullfrogs and American Toads\, there’s always something to hear from the ponds and wetlands.  We’ll look and listen to songs of NE Ohio’s frogs and toads from the initial ice melt of March through the early summer songs of June.  There may be a few more singers than you realized! \nRegister in advance for this meeting using this link: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvcOmqqDMiHdQCRcuFN-tMqTd7wkjKHAuv   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/songs-from-the-pond-third-thursday-series-via-zoom/ CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Bullfrog-sm-MV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220217T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220217T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20211229T195323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T155358Z UID:7256-1645124400-1645128000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:A Tour of iNaturalist Third Thursday Series (via Zoom) DESCRIPTION:A Tour of iNaturalist with a Naturalist (Linda Gilbert) \niNaturalist is the popular Citizen Science that helps you identify plants and animals of all types and from around the world.  Learn what iNaturalist can do for you and what your contributions can do for science.  Linda Gilbert is a Naturalist with the Geauga Park District and a long-time user of iNaturalist.  Linda will introduce us to iNat\, show us how to create our own account and upload our observations of the natural world.  Learn how to navigate the site for your personal observations and how to contribute observations to PROJECTS like bioblitzes\, butterfly surveys and more. \nPlease register in advance for this meeting using this link: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwsfuCgpj0oGNKvmJhuOAxKRMPJtHALIx5f   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/a-tour-of-inaturalist-third-thursday-series-via-zoom/ CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/512-5128513_inaturalist-logo-e1640807555942.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220120T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220120T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20211202T163930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211202T163930Z UID:7175-1642705200-1642708800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Many Sides of the Mushroom Third Thursday Series (via Zoom) DESCRIPTION:Many Sides of the Mushroom…..and More \nMushrooms tell many stories and have many sides. Learn some common mushrooms\, some stories and some medicinal plants too. Presented by Bob Bartolotta. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpdu6rqjkqHtUfxsofeUEkaQ2ti1LhY9Ff   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/many-sides-of-the-mushroom-third-thursday-series-via-zoom/ CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/chicken-in-the-woods-AD-verysm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211216T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211216T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20211022T143540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211022T143540Z UID:7034-1639681200-1639684800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Why Field Guides Change Third Thursday Series (via Zoom) DESCRIPTION:Why does my field guide keep changing?  \nDr. Andy Jones from the Cleveland Natural History Museum will explain changes in taxonomy and why bird names change. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvfuqvqTotHdxSe_JUQm-B2pLHiZBf7eao   \n  \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/why-field-guides-change-third-thursday-series-via-zoom-2/ CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/b2c2a18d-d25d-4ff5-b0c0-8bde7cefdce8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20211020T151903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T151953Z UID:7027-1637262000-1637265600@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Terminal Velocity Third Thursday Series (via Zoom) DESCRIPTION:Terminal Velocity: The Saga of the Falcons and the Tower  \nThe Peregrine Falcon is the fastest bird in the world\, capable of spectacular dives in pursuit of their prey\, reaching speeds of 200+ mph! They are a majestic\, awe-inspiring and cosmopolitan species that seems to epitomize evolutionary perfection. And yet by the late 1960s\, they had been extirpated from their range in most of the U.S. and the world. Then a critically endangered species restricted to the cliffs of distant wilderness areas and devastated by pesticides\, they have staged a remarkable recovery\, moving into the canyons of our cities! This illustrated program will explore the thousand-year-old relationship between Peregrines and people and chronicle their transformation from birds of wild places to urban dwellers. The program will focus on the story of the falcons that came to dwell at the Terminal Tower in downtown Cleveland. Presented by Harvey Webster. \nYou must register in advance for this meeting using this link: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtce6qqTMtHdJ1oYHy_8T0bdqqEwDKplRv   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/terminal-velocity-via-zoom/ CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/apa_2015_brunostruck_281178_peregrine_falcon_kk-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211021T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20210903T161046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210903T161046Z UID:6859-1634842800-1634846400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Why Field Guides Change Third Thursday Series (via Zoom) DESCRIPTION:Why does my field guide keep changing?  \nDr. Andy Jones from the Cleveland Natural History Museum will explain changes in taxonomy and why bird names change. \nRegistration is required and you can use this link for registration: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUsc-qvqD8rE9R51h02akWKwFI6eg-XnH3G   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/why-field-guides-change-third-thursday-series-via-zoom/ CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/b2c2a18d-d25d-4ff5-b0c0-8bde7cefdce8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20210824T174255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210824T174342Z UID:6808-1631818800-1631822400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Intro to eBird Third Thursday Series (via Zoom) DESCRIPTION:eBird is the Citizen Science database for birders from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.  This live online tour will introduce you to many of its popular features and answer the question “what’s in it for me?”.  It can keep track of all your bird sightings\, worldwide\, and help you decide where to go birding tomorrow or during your next vacation.  See why many birders check eBird before going to bed and again when they wake up!  About 60 minutes duration with questions accepted via CHAT. A pdf handout is available for download HERE. \nYou must register in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvduCoqz0rE9HKQ_KZ7nzVxagL-xlBKZ3f   URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/intro-to-ebird-third-thursday-series/ CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Screenshot-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210910T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210911T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20210629T152122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T152505Z UID:6587-1631289600-1631383200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Chagrin River Bird Quest DESCRIPTION:Bird Quest: Seven years and counting! \nGet your team together and explore the Chagrin River Valley from Lake Erie south to Audubon’s bird sanctuaries in Aurora in search of year-round residents and fall migrants. Start in your own backyard\, bird on your own\, or join one of our expert birders for a guided bird walk. (The complete list of scheduled walks will be available at Check-in.) How many species can your team check off in 24 hours? \nTeams:Share the day with family\, friends\, co-workers and classmates! Teams can be two or more\, young or old\, experienced birders or never birded before! One team member must be 18 or older with a valid driver’s license. Win a prize for the most creative team name! \nSchedule of events: \nSept 10: Team Check-in and final registration. Pick up maps\, checklists\, t-shirts\, and talk strategy with teammates and Audubon trustees. 4 to 6 pm The West Woods Nature Center \nSept 10 – 11: Bird with your team in the Chagrin River Watershed 4pm Friday through 4pm Saturday. Send pictures of your team birding until 3pm (details at Check-in) \nSept 11: Quest Celebration! Food\, Awards and Prizes 4 – 6pm The West Woods Nature Center \nBird Quest is FREE and open to all\, but registration is required. Please register HERE. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/chagrin-river-bird-quest-5/ LOCATION:West Woods Nature Center\, 9465 Kinsman Road\, Novelty\, OH\, 44072\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/CRBQannounce.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210825T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210825T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20210629T153531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T153531Z UID:6591-1629918000-1629923400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Birding Workshop via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Need some new birding tips or tricks? Want to update your birding skills? Want to participate in Bird Quest but don’t know where to start? \nJoin our annual Bird Quest pre-event Birding Workshop\, this year presented virtually\, via Zoom. Hand-outs will be sent to you when you register. This workshop is FREE and open to all\, but registration is required. \nPlease register for the Workshop HERE. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/birding-workshop-via-zoom/ CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/N.-Parula-at-Geauga-Commons-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T235900 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20201204T171123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201207T203200Z UID:5843-1610006400-1610063940@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Winter Photo Contest DESCRIPTION:Wanted! \nYour winter photos of one of our four sanctuaries: Aurora\, Hach-Otis\, Novak or Molnar. \nThe winner will receive a $10 Subway gift card and their name and photo featured on the home page of www.clevelandaudubon.org. \nCheck HERE for full contest rules and submission information. \nGood luck and good photographing! URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/webpage-photo-contest-2/ CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Winter_Novak-SL-e1448136561531.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200911T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20200801T191213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200801T191415Z UID:5165-1599840000-1599926400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Chagrin River Bird Quest DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for our 6th Annual 24-hour team birding challenge! Register HERE by September 10th. \nThis year is “Bird Where You Are.” Get your team together and explore the Chagrin River Valley\, your local park or wherever you happen to be! Find the most warblers\, visit the most habitats\, or check off the most species overall! Lots of prizes to win! \nDrive-thru Check-in is September 11th\, 4pm to 6pm\, at the West Woods‘ Deer Run Shelter (look for the signs!) Don’t forget to let us know how many t-shirts your team needs so we can have them ready for you! New this year: have lunch on us! A Subway gift card will be included in your Check-in packet for every team member. (You must pick up your team’s packet in person to receive t-shirts and gift cards.) \nTurn in your checklist “virtually” by 4pm on September 12th for judging. Instructions included in your Check-in packet. \nDue to COVID-19 our Quest Celebration! will be held virtually\, via Zoom\, at 7pm September 12th. Please provide email addresses for every team member who will be attending. A link to the Zoom event will be sent to every email address upon registration. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/chagrin-river-bird-quest-4/ CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/CRBQannounce.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20200210T200034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200210T200034Z UID:4742-1584781200-1584792000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:New Birder's Workshop Program DESCRIPTION:This 3-hour workshop will spend about 45 minutes with ‘classroom’ material then move outside in small groups (4 or less/group) for a 2-hour “walk and learn” with experienced birders in the Novak Sanctuary. You will learn how to group birds by size and shape\, how to get a general impression of their movements\, and what field marks to look for BEFORE you refer to your field guide. You will also learn how to use a field guide and how to care for your binoculars. \nTHIS FREE WORKSHOP IS FOR NEW BIRDERS and you must register to attend! We want you to feel comfortable asking ANY question\, no matter how basic. The experienced birders who accompany you in the field will be focused on helping you become more confident\, so you can get excited about visiting new places to find birds. \n CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED TO 16 PERSONS/SESSION. Location: Novak Education Center\, 382 Townline Road\, Aurora\, OH. For maximum convenience the same workshop is offered on two different days: Wednesday March 18th from 9:00am to noon and Saturday March 21st from 9:00am to noon. Register for only one session by emailing your name\, email address and cell phone number to info@clevelandaudubon.org. We will confirm your reservation by email. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/new-birders-workshop-program-2/ LOCATION:Novak Education Center\, 382 Townline Road\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Killdeer-1-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200318T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20200210T195817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200210T195817Z UID:4739-1584522000-1584532800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:New Birder's Workshop Program DESCRIPTION:This 3-hour workshop will spend about 45 minutes with ‘classroom’ material then move outside in small groups (4 or less/group) for a 2-hour “walk and learn” with experienced birders in the Novak Sanctuary. You will learn how to group birds by size and shape\, how to get a general impression of their movements\, and what field marks to look for BEFORE you refer to your field guide. You will also learn how to use a field guide and how to care for your binoculars. \nTHIS FREE WORKSHOP IS FOR NEW BIRDERS and you must register to attend! We want you to feel comfortable asking ANY question\, no matter how basic. The experienced birders who accompany you in the field will be focused on helping you become more confident\, so you can get excited about visiting new places to find birds. \n CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED TO 16 PERSONS/SESSION. Location: Novak Education Center\, 382 Townline Road\, Aurora\, OH. For maximum convenience the same workshop is offered on two different days: Wednesday March 18th from 9:00am to noon and Saturday March 21st from 9:00am to noon. Register for only one session by emailing your name\, email address and cell phone number to info@clevelandaudubon.org. We will confirm your reservation by email. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/new-birders-workshop-program/ LOCATION:Novak Education Center\, 382 Townline Road\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Killdeer-1-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20191204T164519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200129T235814Z UID:4668-1581156000-1581163200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Junior Birder Day Education DESCRIPTION:Our Junior Birder Day (formerly Scout Day) is for all children K thru 3rd grade. Participants will rotate through stations to learn about bird adaptations\, anatomy and habitat in a fun way. Craft\nand owl pellet dissection included. School groups and Scout troops welcome. \n$5 donation per child requested. \nTwo sessions available: 10am to noon or 1:00pm to 3:00pm. Sessions fill up quickly so reserve your child’s place today!\nContact info@clevelandaudubon.org to register. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/junior-birder-day-education/ LOCATION:Novak Education Center\, 382 Townline Road\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/JuniorBirder.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200119T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200119T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20191204T163645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191204T163645Z UID:4665-1579442400-1579453200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Open House Party Time! DESCRIPTION:Volunteers current\, past and future: please join us for an afternoon of friendly chitchat and snacks. Hear about our ongoing programs that need your help. Meet fellow volunteers\, birders and educators. Snacks and beverages provided; bring a dish to share if you wish.\nRSVP at info@clevelandaudubon.org and pray for no snow! URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/volunteer-open-house-party-time/ LOCATION:Novak Education Center\, 382 Townline Road\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/KathyCochranBarbPhilbrick-sm-e1575477358576.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190913T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190914T183000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20190719T160816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T162134Z UID:4480-1568390400-1568485800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Chagrin River Bird Quest Event DESCRIPTION:5th Annual Team Birding Challenge\nin support of the Chagrin River Corridor IBA \nHelp us celebrate 5 years of Bird Quest! \nTeams \nShare the day with family\, friends\, co-workers and classmates! Teams can be two or more\, young or old\, experienced birders or never birded before! One team member must be 18 or older with a valid driver’s license. Win a prize for the most creative team name! \nSeptember 13th \nTeam Check-in and final registration. Pick up maps\, checklists\, t-shirts\, strategize with teammates and START BIRDING! \nTwo locations! \nNorth: 4 to 6 pm The West Woods Nature Center \nSouth: 4 to 6 pm Novak Education Center \nSeptember 14th \nQuest Celebration! \nChecklist turn-in and awards. Look for the list of awards at Check-in! Door prizes! Hearty refreshments served! \n4 to 6:30 pm The West Woods Nature Center \nRegistration \nAll Bird Quest activities and materials are free\, but registration is required! Register by September 6th and attend our free Birding Workshop! Register here for Bird Quest and Birding Workshop. \nQuestions?  email birdquest@clevelandaudubon.org URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/chagrin-river-bird-quest-event/ LOCATION:West Woods Nature Center\, 9465 Kinsman Road\, Novelty\, OH\, 44072\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/BQ2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190303T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190303T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20190128T173015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190128T173015Z UID:4245-1551610800-1551628800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:COAC Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Annual Council of Ohio Audubon Chapters (COAC) Business Meeting & 50 Year Anniversary Celebration at the Novak Education Center\, 382 Townline Road in Aurora\, Ohio on Sunday\, March 3\, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \nThe mission of the Council of Ohio Audubon Chapters (COAC) is to promote chapter development by sharing the best practices\, brainstorming solutions to common problems\, and building relationships in workshops and retreats. ​​ \n​​Who Can Attend? Ohio Audubon chapter members and affiliates – collaborators\, partners\, and friends – interested in birds and habitat conservation. \nMeeting Co-Hosts: Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland\, Black River Audubon Society\, Canton Audubon Society\, Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society\, Others TBA.\n​\nRegister HERE by Mon Feb 25\, 2019. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/coac-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Novak Education Center\, 382 Townline Road\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/COAC-cover-photo-template_orig-e1548696573527.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190209T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190209T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20190108T222702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190108T222702Z UID:4211-1549706400-1549713600@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Scout Day Education DESCRIPTION:Our annual Scout Day is coming up! Register your troop or individual scout by emailing info@clevelandaudubon.org. Space is limited so register now! \nFor age kindergarten – 3rd grade. Scouts will learn about birds and bird habitats while traveling through a series of stations with something fun to do at each one. Make a bird mask! Take home a bird feeder! Earn a Junior Birder patch! \n$5 donation per Scout is appreciated. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/scout-day-education/ CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ScoutDay.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190202T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190202T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20190117T171709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190117T171822Z UID:4222-1549135800-1549139400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Migrating Waterfowl & Winter Birds Backyard Naturalist DESCRIPTION:Once the pretty summer songbirds have departed for points south\, what do birders do? They put on another layer of cloths and go looking for waterfowl – Ducks\, Geese\, Swans\, Loons\, Grebes & Gulls. This presentation showcases these hardy visitors along with Hawks\, Owls and smaller birds like Snow Buntings\, Larkspurs and Kinglets. If you don’t like cold weather\, ask about ‘car birding’\, a favorite alternative to walking when wind chills plummet! About 1 hour in length. \nCleveland Natural Science Club meeting at Look About Lodge in North Chagrin Reservation. Public welcome. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/migrating-waterfowl-winter-birds-speakers-bureau/ LOCATION:Look About Lodge\, 37374 Miles Rd \, Bentleyville\, 44022\, United States CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Greater-Scaup-in-foreground-and-Lesser-on-top-MV-sm-e1540403025353.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190120T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190120T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20181024T175438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T175438Z UID:4139-1547989200-1547996400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Open House It's a party! DESCRIPTION:Chase away the winter blues with a light lunch and good conversation at the beautiful Novak Education Center! View a slide show of our activities over the last year and hear how our volunteers are helping out. Come early for a hike in the Novak Sanctuary. Sandwiches and drinks provided. Bring a dessert or salad to share if you wish. RSVP is appreciated: info@clevelandaudubon.org.\nSponsored by the Education Committee URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/volunteer-open-house-its-a-party/ LOCATION:Novak Education Center\, 382 Townline Road\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/EdCtrFall04-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181017T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181017T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20181002T200158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181002T200158Z UID:4111-1539802800-1539806400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Migrating Waterfowl & Winter Birds of NE Ohio Backyard Naturalist DESCRIPTION:Once the pretty summer songbirds have departed for points south\, what do birders do? They put on another layer of cloths and go looking for waterfowl – Ducks\, Geese\, Swans\, Loons\, Grebes & Gulls. This presentation showcases these hardy visitors along with Hawks\, Owls and smaller birds like Snow Buntings\, Larkspurs and Kinglets. If you don’t like cold weather\, ask about ‘car birding’\, a favorite alternative to walking when wind chills plummet! About 1 hour in length. \nThe Mantua Center Garden Club meets at the Mantua Township Hall 4122 State Route 82\, Mantua 44255.  The building is located at the  intersection of Mantua Center Road and State Route 82. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/migrating-waterfowl-winter-birds-of-ne-ohio-backyard-naturalist/ LOCATION:Mantua Center Garden Club\, 4122 State Route 82\, Mantua\, OH\, 44255\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/WoodDuck-IBA-e1456765470989.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180908T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180908T110000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20180727T145706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180731T161254Z UID:4018-1536397200-1536404400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Birding Workshop DESCRIPTION:New birder or just want to refresh your skills? \nPreparing for Bird Quest or just for fun\, register for BIRD QUEST and attend our FREE introductory Birding Workshop. Plenty of birding tips and tricks\, videos\, and introduction to eBird. \nWhat birds can your team find in September in Ohio? \nActivities for kids included. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/birding-workshop/ LOCATION:The Holden Arboretum\, 9500 Sperry Road\, Kirtland\, OH\, 44094\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Tennessee-Warbler-at-WGC-MV-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180210T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180210T100000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20180130T171533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180130T171533Z UID:3582-1518256800-1518256800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Scout Day DESCRIPTION:Have a Scout in the family? This is a great opportunity for Scouts age K- 3rd grade to learn a little bit about birds and have a lot of fun in the process. Stations in our Novak\nCenter are filled with information and activities about feathers\, nests\, beaks and more. Scouts will dissect an owl pellet and make a Bird Mask during this fun-filled two hours and there’s lots of stuff to take home! Troops or individuals\, boys and girls\, are welcome. Cost is $5 per Scout. Space is filling up quickly\, so reserve your child’s slot now!\nLove kids? Love birds? We are also looking for volunteers to run a station or help set up.\nContact info@clevelandaudubon.org to register your child (or troop) or to volunteer. It’s chaotic\, but a lot of fun\nfor everyone! URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/scout-day-3/ LOCATION:Novak Education Center\, 382 Townline Road\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ScoutDay.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170922T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170923T183000 DTSTAMP:20260425T180009 CREATED:20170721T151951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170721T152234Z UID:3379-1506096000-1506191400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Chagrin River Bird Quest DESCRIPTION:Get your team together and explore the Chagrin River Valley from Lake Erie south to Audubon’s bird sanctuaries in Aurora in search of fall residents and migrants. Start in your own backyard\, bird on your own\, or join one of our expert birders for a guided bird walk.  How many species can your team check off in 24 hours? \nReturn to the beautiful West Woods Nature Center for the Quest Celebration! for checklist judging\, awards\, door prizes and great food! \nClick here to register. \n  \n  URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/chagrin-river-bird-quest-2/ LOCATION:West Woods Nature Center\, 9465 Kinsman Road\, Novelty\, OH\, 44072\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Valley-from-Hach-06-sm.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR