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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T213000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20230328T192114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T192114Z UID:11683-1682193600-1682199000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Frogs\, frogs\, frogs and toads! Field Trip DESCRIPTION:This is a most amazing symphony directed by Mother Nature herself! Hear the banjo plucks of the Green Frogs\, the piccolo pipes of the Spring Peepers\, snores of the Leopard Frogs\, trills of the American Toads with a chorus by the Chorus Frogs all accompanied by the percussion provided by the beaver. If we are lucky the local Barred Owls will call out their critiques of the performance! It is a most amazing night of “music”! Meet at the Brettschneider Park parking lot on the north side of Pioneer Trail (896 East Pioneer trail) a few hundred yards east of Page Road in Aurora. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/frogs-frogs-frogs-and-toads-field-trip/ LOCATION:Aurora Audubon Sanctuary\, 896 E. Pioneer Trail\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip 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:20230420T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20221207T173418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T173418Z UID:10331-1682017200-1682022600@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Warbler Warm-up via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Some of the prettiest birds on the planet are in NE Ohio from April through October. Most just pass through during May on their way north\, but some stay here to have their babies. Because we only see them for a short time every year we forget how to quickly identify them. This presentation uses actual photographs to help group birds by appearance AND preferred habitat. See all the warblers with eye rings on one slide. Learn about behaviors like tail wagging\, skulking on the ground and walking along branches to help narrow down choices. You will learn to appreciate trilling\, buzzy and high-pitched songs to narrow down birds you hear but can’t see. We even send you home with a list of mnemonics like zay zay zay zoo zee (Black-throated Green Warbler). Approximately 1 – 1 ½ hours in length. \nPresented by Matt Valencic and Kelly Stanek \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqcuGvrjIqHdwMUNsoMB-tTPsL7qS-qyFT \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/warbler-warm-up-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH 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:20230414T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20230328T192327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T192327Z UID:11685-1681500600-1681506000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Woodcock Watch Field Trip DESCRIPTION:If you have not had the chance to witness the amazing breeding display\, then you are missing a fascinating romance of our local wildlife! At this time of year male woodcocks woo the females with a basic “soft shoe” and a simple nasal call and then take off in a wonderful flight display that must be seen to believe! Each year there are several males proclaiming to be the “best in their field”! Join us for a sunset performance that you will talk about for weeks! Meet at the Novak Sanctuary parking lot on the east side of Townline Road about a mile north of State Route 82 on the Aurora/Mantua border. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/woodcock-watch-field-trip-3/ LOCATION:Novak Sanctuary\, 382 Townline Road\, Mantua\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Woodcock-sm-MV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T113000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20230310T154820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T154820Z UID:11496-1680251400-1680262200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Waterfowl at Grand Valley Ranch Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Some say the American Robin is the harbinger of spring\, but the swans\, ducks\, geese\, and shorebirds might disagree. The Land Conservancy has partnered with the Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland to host a morning of birding just as waterfowl are making their strongest push north through Ohio and shorebirds are beginning to pass our way. If conditions are right\, we could see up to 29 species of waterfowl\, including three swans. \nThe Land Conservancy’s Grand Valley Ranch protects 1\,200 acres of ideal habitat for waterfowl and various waterbirds. Permanently conserved in 2015\, the Land Conservancy has restored the site from historical high impact uses (agriculture\, mining\, aquaculture\, etc) to a natural\, 3-mile long\, flow-through wetland complex. Utilizing funds from Clean Ohio\, USFWS\, and the Ohio EPA\, $3.5M was invested in the property to restore this ancient Tamarack Swamp! \nAdvanced registration is required. \nEvent details:\nFriday\, March 31 at 8:30 am to 11:30 am (Rain Date: April 14)\nLeaders: Members of the Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland and Renee Boronka\, Manager of Education at the Land Conservancy\nFee: Free\nLimit: 25 people\nLocation: Directions will be sent to registrants. Grand Valley Ranch is in Orwell\, OH. \nRegister HERE URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/waterfowl-at-grand-valley-ranch-field-trip/ LOCATION:Grand Valley Ranch\, Orwell\, OH\, 44076\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Northern-Pintail-Ducks-e1678463278755.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20230224T172656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T172656Z UID:11348-1679511600-1679515200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Native Plants for Birds DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by Perennial Gardeners of Chesterland\, presented by Matt Valencic. \nMetzenbaum Center\, 8200 Cedar Road\, Chesterland\, OH URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/native-plants-for-birds/ LOCATION:Metzenbaum Center\, 8200 Cedar Road\, Chesterland\, OH\, United States CATEGORIES:nonASGC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/mowry-patrice-m-b-3rd-e1677259548891.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20221207T172301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T172301Z UID:10329-1678993200-1678996800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Amphibians of NE Ohio via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Jim Tomko \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIucuqvqT0qHtxa8mWmmvNtJ-Jn7bM5snOG   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/amphibians-of-ne-ohio-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH 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:20230311T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20230224T171646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T171646Z UID:11346-1678525200-1678536000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Waterfowl Wander Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Join us to view the astounding plumage of the drakes as they head north to their breeding grounds. It is amazing to me at the number of species with the possibilities of grebes\, loons\, and both diving and dabbling ducks. This is a caravan style birding tour where we will stop at several favorite lakes and ponds in southern Geauga and northern Portage counties. Make sure to have a full tank of gas because gas stations are not one of our stops. Meet at the boat ramp parking lot at the end of Washington Street off of St. Rt. 44 in Auburn Corners. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/waterfowl-wander-field-trip-5/ LOCATION:La Due Reservoir\, La Due Reservoir\, Akron\, OH\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/20170325_waterfowl_caravan-BP-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230219T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230219T093000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20230111T172011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T172011Z UID:10670-1676799000-1676799000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Join in on this international bird count that occurs this weekend throughout the world. We will count every bird we see and hear on this 2-mile walk following a path that has been surveyed this particular weekend of the year for many years. You will be contributing to our knowledge of what species use our sanctuary in the winter and this information will be submitted to e-Bird which will then be shared with interested parties throughout the world. Dress for the weather including proper footwear for snow or mud. Meet at the Brettschneider Parking lot on the north side of Pioneer Trail a few hundred yards east of Page Road in Aurora. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/great-backyard-bird-count-field-trip-4/ LOCATION:Aurora Audubon Sanctuary\, 896 E. Pioneer Trail\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Red-breasted_Nuthatch_n09-1-184_l_1-sm-e1673457579458.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20221207T171731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T171731Z UID:10327-1676574000-1676577600@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:The Buzz on Bumblebees via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Bumblebees- Essential Pollinators \nPresented by Dr. Chris Pappas \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvcuCtqTIiHNbx_ps0dRv6y-QpU6BXjZYz   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/the-buzz-on-bumblebees-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Common-Eastern-Bumblebee-on-Rattlesnake-Master-plant-e1670433408110.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230205T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230205T140000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20230124T201951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T202147Z UID:10886-1675605600-1675605600@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:What a Plant Knows DESCRIPTION:Short\, cold days don’t have to interfere with your study of natural history! The ASGC Education Committee invites you to join us in reading What a Plant Knows: A Field Guide to the Senses (2017) by Daniel Chamovitz this winter. We’ll gather over coffee and tea in the warmth of the Novak Education Center to discuss the natural history of plants as revealed in this exciting little book. \nRSVP at info@clevelandaudubon.org URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/what-a-plant-knows/ LOCATION:Novak Education Center\, 382 Townline Road\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/81uJrgHW1kL-e1674591679287.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20221207T171217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T173611Z UID:10325-1674154800-1674158400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:eBird 101: Getting Started via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Getting Started in the New Year \nPresented by Matt Valencic  \nA live presentation demonstrating how to get started and how to navigate the most popular features of eBird.  We answer the questions “What’s in it for me?” and “What’s in it for bird conservation?” Registration required. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrcOispzgsGNdyaAt87UyyVbDEcy-PYY2q   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/ebird-101-getting-started-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Scarlet-Tanager-Male-e1670434554789.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230114T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230114T113000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20230111T170829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T170829Z UID:10668-1673688600-1673695800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Winter Track Walk Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Last fall a bobcat was seen in the area! I wonder if it uses our Novak Sanctuary for food or shelter. Winter is a great time to discover what other creatures use our trails as we search for tracks and other signs of their presence. This is a 2 mile walk so dress for the weather with proper footwear. We will hope for a fresh light snowfall to show the details of the tracks registering in the snow. Meet at the Novak Sanctuary parking lot on the east side of Townline Road almost a mile north of State Route 82 on the Mantua/Aurora border. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/winter-track-walk-field-trip-4/ LOCATION:Aurora Audubon Sanctuary\, 896 E. Pioneer Trail\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/screech-owl-imprint.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20221027T140550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T140550Z UID:9947-1671219000-1671222600@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Help us celebrate the longest night of the year a few days early so as not to conflict with holiday celebrations. If we are lucky enough to have clear skies\, the stars will light our way. A night hike this time of year reveals secrets of the forest and field because the leaves are down increasing our viewing while the crisp air allows sounds to travel farther. Hiking after dark seems to heighten the acuity of our non-visual senses. Join us to discover what the night-time forest unveils. Meet at Novak Sanctuary parking lot on the east side of Townline Rd a little less than a mile north of St. Rt. 82 on the Aurora/Mantua border. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/winter-solstice-field-trip-3/ LOCATION:Novak Sanctuary\, 382 Townline Road\, Mantua\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip 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:20221215T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20221207T170749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T170749Z UID:10321-1671130800-1671134400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Of Mast and Men via Zoom DESCRIPTION:The life\, times and demise of the Passenger Pigeon \nPresented by Harvey Webster \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkceGgqDMtHt3Bz-5UVSdP5bqpvNbzds3J   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/of-mast-and-men-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/the_passenger_pigeon-sm.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20221024T163047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T163047Z UID:9919-1668711600-1668715200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Migrating Waterfowl via Zoom DESCRIPTION:November is all about waterfowl in NE Ohio.  Ducks\, Geese\, Swans\, Grebes\, Loons and Gulls will be on Lake Erie throughout the winter\, and on many inland lakes until they freeze.  Learn who the migratory waterfowl are\, how to identify them\, and some interesting facts about each.  Registration is required for this free program. Presented by Matt Valencic. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwsf-GqrT8uGtOktJqzsA-W-PwUOoKijw0S   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/migrating-waterfowl-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH 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:20221105T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221105T113000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20221027T140015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T140015Z UID:9945-1667640600-1667647800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Turkey Trek Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Will we be successful in our quest to spot Wild Turkeys before Thanksgiving? They know how to play the game of Hide and Seek extremely well. These large but wily birds are experts in blending in. Help me find the flock as they roam the sanctuary on the less traveled Mantua side of the sanctuary. Meet at the Novak Sanctuary parking lot on the east side of Townline Road a little less than a mile north of State Route 82 on the Aurora/Mantua border. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/turkey-trek-field-trip-3/ LOCATION:Novak Sanctuary\, 382 Townline Road\, Mantua\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/wild-turkeys01-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T153000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20220824T184115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T184115Z UID:9240-1666445400-1666452600@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Fall Colors Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Often our palette of autumn color will give the New England forests a run for title of the most stunning hues! With the mix of tree species and depending on our weather leading up to the leaf color change we can have spectacular vistas of wonderful beauty. Join us for a walk at peak color change if mother nature agrees with our timing. Meet at the Hach-Otis Parking lot at the end of Skyline Drive off of River Road in Willoughby Hills. Registration is not required. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/fall-colors-field-trip/ LOCATION:Hach-Otis Sanctuary\, Skyline Drive\, Willoughby Hills\, OH\, 44094\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Valley-from-Hach-06-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20220919T160919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220919T160919Z UID:9640-1666292400-1666296000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Raptors of NE Ohio via Zoom DESCRIPTION:19 species of Raptors can be found in NE Ohio in a typical year.  Some are frequently seen while others are quite secretive.  Several are year-round residents while others are here only in summer or winter. Enjoy lots of photographs and learn some things you might not know about our hawks\, eagles\, falcons and owls. Presented by Matt Valencic. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUscuiqpzsuH9TIMpWkBo8m5myenyWOFvAS \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/raptors-of-ne-ohio-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/images-e1465415157667.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T153000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20220824T183723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T183723Z UID:9238-1664026200-1664033400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Fringed Gentian Field Trip DESCRIPTION:The gorgeous fringed gentian is among the most stunning of our native wildflowers. They are also among the last to bloom for the season. We are fortunate to have a patch located in the Aurora Sanctuary and on a sunny September day they open their beautiful purplish-blue blossoms to the sun dazzling all who view them. Join us to see these and other autumn wildflowers in full bloom. Meet at the Bretschnieder Park parking lot on the north side of Pioneer Trail a few hundred yards east of Page Road in Aurora. Registration is not required. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/fringed-gentian-field-trip/ LOCATION:Aurora Audubon Sanctuary\, 896 E. Pioneer Trail\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Fringed-Gentian.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220915T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20220824T182234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T183107Z UID:9233-1663268400-1663272000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Concert of Crickets & Katydids via Zoom DESCRIPTION:“Third Thursday” Zoom programs resume on September 15th at 7:00pm with Concert of Crickets and Katydids by Lisa Rainsong.  This is an introduction to these amazing insects\, when and how they sing\, and the habitats where they can be found.  Lisa’s amazing knowledge of music\, natural history and her ability to communicate effectively make her a joy to listen to.  The program is free\, but registration is required. \nPlease register in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcsdu-pqzItEtVPTpIQif2xsES_buuh7YbN   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/concert-of-crickets-katydids-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/katydid.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T183000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 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:20260425T092431 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:20260425T092431 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:20260425T092431 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:20220610T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220611T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20220608T161351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T161351Z UID:8237-1654866000-1654966800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Great Lakes Chapter Gathering DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Virtual Celebration of Audubon Chapters Across the Great Lakes Region! \nYou’re invited to the 2022 Audubon Great Lakes Chapter *Virtual* Gathering and Awards on June 10th at 12:00 PM (CT)/1:00 PM (ET). This year’s bird theme for the chapter gathering is the beloved Great Lakes Piping Plover.\n \nRegistration is free and required in order to access the virtual event site and Zoom links. Our virtual gathering will be hosted on the Whova virtual event site. Visit the event site to view the agenda\, speaker profiles\, attendee profiles\, chapter posters\, and to connect with fellow chapter members in the community area! Zoom meeting links will be available in the agenda a few minutes before each event begins. \n \n\nBird Walks (in-person)\nSaturday\, June 11th\nJoin a bird walk near you! Bird Walks will be taking place in Illinois\, Indiana\, Ohio\, and Wisconsin.\nNote: We encourage members joining the state-based bird walks to be mindful of the risk of spreading Covid-19 and take appropriate measures to reduce that risk: e.g. maintaining a 6-ft distance from fellow walkers and/or wearing a mask.\n\n(Illinois) Audubon Council of Illinois’ Bird Walk\n(Illinois) Lake County Audubon Society’s Bird Walk\n(Indiana) Robert Cooper Audubon Society’s Bird Walk\n(Ohio) Greater Akron Audubon Society’s Bird Walk\n(Ohio) Canton Audubon Society’s Bird Walk\n(Ohio) Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society’s Bird Walk\n(Wisconsin) Chequamegon Audubon Society’s Bird Walk\n\nPlease get in touch if you have questions: Izabela Grobelna\, 312.453.0230 ext. 2012 or Izabela.Grobelna@audubon.org \nRegister HERE. \n\n  URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/great-lakes-chapter-gathering/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:nonASGC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/ploveradult-e1654704795505.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20220318T162903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T162903Z UID:7548-1653159600-1653166800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Thrush Virtuosos Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Those amazing natural flautists that haunt the forest with their ethereal songs at roosting time will astound your sense of hearing. Up to 4 species are likely with the maestro being the veery who actually has a syrinx that can create a duet with itself. Wear boots suitable for mud as the trails will have some muddy sections. Prepare for mosquitoes on this 2-mile walk. Meet at the Brettschneider Park/Audubon parking lot on the north side of Pioneer Trail a few hundred yards east of Page Road in Aurora. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/thrush-virtuosos-field-trip/ LOCATION:Aurora Audubon Sanctuary\, 896 E. Pioneer Trail\, Aurora\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Veery-AAB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 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/ LOCATION:OH 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:20220423T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T220000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20220318T161943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T161943Z UID:7546-1650744000-1650751200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Woodland Symphony Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Let us hear how many “instruments” are in our “natural orchestra” and who is accompanying! Often it is a 6- or 7-piece ensemble with many many chairs. First chair is the winner of the contest as they croon for the gals’ attention! Learn the calls of spring peepers\, wood frogs\, western chorus frogs\, leopard frogs\, green frogs and American toads. Frequently the local barred owls are critiquing the performance while the coyotes may be heckling from the shadows. Meet at the Novak Sanctuary parking lot on the east side of Townline Rd. about a mile north of St. Rt. 82 on the Aurora/Mantua border. Please wear mud proof footwear as the trails will be muddy on this 2-mile\, 2-hour walk. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/woodland-symphony-field-trip/ LOCATION:Novak Sanctuary\, 382 Townline Road\, Mantua\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip 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:20220421T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220421T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 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/ LOCATION:OH 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:20220408T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220408T213000 DTSTAMP:20260425T092431 CREATED:20220318T161455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T161455Z UID:7544-1649446200-1649453400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Woodcock Watch Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Just as dusk turns to night the male Woodcocks put on their “dancin’ shoes” to woo the females with impressive flight displays. The wet fields at the Novak sanctuary are ideal breeding grounds for these upland shore birds. They begin with a ground dance and then rocket up into the night sky to circle and fly for a few moments before twittering and zipping back to earth. If the hen is sufficiently impressed\, she will fly in to express her amazement. You will be amazed at the show these feather fluffs can put on! Meet at the Novak Sanctuary parking lot on the east side of Townline Rd. about a mile north of St. Rt. 82 on the Aurora/Mantua border. Please wear mud proof boots as the trails will be muddy on this 2-mile\, 2-hour walk. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/woodcock-watch-field-trip-2/ LOCATION:Novak Sanctuary\, 382 Townline Road\, Mantua\, OH\, 44202\, United States CATEGORIES:Field Trip ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Woodcock-sm-MV.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR