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: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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20210319T150921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210319T150921Z UID:6192-1621537200-1621540800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Summer Birds of NE Ohio via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Did you know that more than 50 species of birds travel hundreds\, even thousands\, of miles each spring just to raise a family in NE Ohio? One species\, the Bobolink\, flies 4\,500 miles one-way from Paraguay/Uruguay to the hay fields of Geauga and Portage Counties. This one-hour presentation showcases 50 species of “Summer Visitors” through 180 photographs of adult birds\, babies\, nests and habitats. You will hear songs and calls\, some sweet and musical like the Yellow Warbler and others harsh like the Green Heron\, and learn many interesting anecdotes about individual species. \nWhen: May 20\, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqc-mpqTgvG9QJj3VIbmnPLZGMNxLy0ieR   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/summer-birds-of-ne-ohio-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Yellow-Warbler-April-30-e1616166499416.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20210122T161725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T161725Z UID:6005-1618513200-1618516800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Lights Out Cleveland via Zoom DESCRIPTION:April 15th 7:00pm – Dr. Andy Jones.  \nLight’s Out Cleveland and New Bird Hybrids in Northern Ohio \nBird-building collisions are a significant source of bird mortality\, especially during spring and fall migration.  Dr. Jones will update us on the progress being made to reduce crashes\, and how each of us can become part of the solution. In the second half of his talk\, he updates us on how technology is helping identify new songbird hybrids being discovered right here in Northern Ohio. \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting. \nWhen: Apr 15\, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtce6vqD0vGNKRgNS8yaPHOxNwo1aCEofw   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/lights-out-cleveland-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:nonASGC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Lights-Out-Cleveland.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20201217T163820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T163820Z UID:5892-1616094000-1616097600@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Don't touch that nest! via Zoom DESCRIPTION:DON’T TOUCH THAT NEST – (or can you?) presented by Jim Tomko \nDid you know that you may be breaking a federal law by disturbing nesting birds or possessing a feather or egg collection? Learn about the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1916 and how it is intertwined with the beginning of the National Audubon Society. \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting: Don’t Touch That Nest (or can you)? \nWhen: Mar 18\, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdO6pqjspGtX7Bw6ji3QctThwMkzl8tNl   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/dont-touch-that-nest-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Nest-with-babies-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210227T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210227T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20210210T160314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T160314Z UID:6056-1614416400-1614438000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Ohio Natural History Conference DESCRIPTION:Biodiversity & Technology: The Future of Natural History. Register HERE. \nThe Ohio Biological Survey will host our first virtual conference. In these unprecedented times\, gatherings such as the ONHC are not possible and yet\, the pursuit of \n science and the need to connect with the natural world remains.  \nJoin us as we explore projects that illustrate how technology expands our ability to track Ohio’s biodiversity remotely and even beyond our borders.  \nKeynote Speaker:  \nDr. Gene Kritsky:  Dean of Behavioral and Natural Sciences\, Mount St. Joseph University. \nPresentations will highlight various technologies that have allowed us to gain access and gather field data in new ways. \nTopics include:  \n\nAutomated radio telemetry to track migratory wildlife\nPhone Apps with unique projects that combine data from field professionals and Citizen Scientist\nDrones to monitor forest health and track tree diseases\nAcoustic telemetry to monitor Great Lakes fish movement\nMotion sensor cameras to identify wildlife corridors and occurrences of rare species URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/ohio-natural-history-conference/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:nonASGC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/OH-Bio-Survey.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20201217T163518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T163518Z UID:5889-1613674800-1613678400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:A Birding Trip to Cuba via Zoom DESCRIPTION:A BIRDING TRIP TO CUBA presented by Ami Horowitz \nCuba is the largest island in the Caribbean. Although it is separated from mainland America by less than 100 miles\, Cuba has many endemic bird species\, which draws birders from around the world.  Join us for a birding trip across this naturally-gifted island to see special endemic birds such as the Bee Hummingbird\, the smallest bird in the world\, sharing space with North America’s wintering birds. \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting:  A Birding Trip to Cuba \nWhen: Feb 18\, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vdeGhqDkoH90fpIVOGAS9OpjxyI_EeGbO   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/a-birding-trip-to-cuba-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/2019-04-12-ABC01759-Black-hawk-cuban-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20201217T163143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T163143Z UID:5886-1611255600-1611259200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:A Bird's Eye View via Zoom DESCRIPTION:A BIRD’S EYE VIEW – THE SENSORY WORLD OF BIRDS presented by Sarah Mabey\, PhD \nDid you know that a bird’s eyesight is more than seven times keener than yours? Birds experience the sights\, sounds\, and smells of the world in a radically different way than we do. Learn about some of the amazing ways birds make sense of their environment. \nYou are invited to a Zoom meeting: A Bird’s Eye View – The Sensory World of Birds \nWhen: Jan 21\, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvdOqqrj0oG9QIwqEqv3CeczKT1AawQW-a \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/a-birds-eye-view-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Osprey-Close-up-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T235900 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 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/ LOCATION:OH 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:20201217T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201217T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20201120T003242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201120T003242Z UID:5788-1608231600-1608235200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Owls of Ohio via Zoom DESCRIPTION:12 species of owls have been spotted in Ohio. Several are residents\, some are migrants and a few are accidental visitors. Interesting owl trivia will be revealed. Some tips on how\, when and where to spot owls will be shared. \nYou must register in advance for this meeting using this link: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpce-qrjsjHtR-xS0fWzzycJwpPRR5wj0g   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/owls-of-ohio-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/images.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20201015T225826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201015T230937Z UID:5624-1605812400-1605816000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Migrating Waterfowl & Winter Birds of NE Ohio via Zoom 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. \nWhen: Nov 19\, 2020 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qde-hrjwjEtL1_jwjy0UqVBxd3g-YKkSY   \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n  URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/migrating-waterfowl-winter-birds-of-ne-ohio-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Trumpeter-Swan.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201107T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201107T235900 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20201013T193556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201013T193556Z UID:5614-1604736000-1604793540@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Webpage Photo Contest DESCRIPTION:Wanted! \nYour autumn 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/ LOCATION:OH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Hach-from-river-07-11.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20200928T150213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T150213Z UID:5549-1602788400-1602792000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Feeding Backyard Birds via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Feeding birds and others in your own backyard \nThis presentation is built on over 70 years of bird feeding experience in one location.  It contains ideas and information for beginners and tips for established feeders.  John Lillich will cover subjects such as feeder locations\, types of feeders\, what to feed\, feeder maintenance and what you can expect to attract.  He will tell a few stories and entertain questions as the program goes along. \nWhen: Oct 15\, 2020 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYlf-ysrT0vE9eWe0iWmBqQDxdb4m1l94fA \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/feeding-backyard-birds-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/BLUE-Valencic-e1601305228300.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201003T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201003T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20200919T155441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200919T155441Z UID:5531-1601719200-1601737200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:COAC Fall Gathering via online DESCRIPTION:Our keynote speaker\, Dr. Andy Jones\, will present: Documenting Bird-Building Collisions Through Community Science and New Hybrids Through Modern Technologies. Andy will share the latest research about new hybrid birds and technologies that help to ID them. He’ll touch on Lights Out and the community science that has led to new discoveries. Andy is Curator of Ornithology at Cleveland Museum of Natural History which houses over 35\,000 bird specimens. \nRegister HERE. \nPlease note that this year’s Fall Gathering is online only. There is no cost\, but you must register in advance. Information for online access will be emailed to you before the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/coac-fall-gathering-via-online/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:nonASGC 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:20200917T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200917T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20200825T190503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200825T190503Z UID:5296-1600369200-1600372800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:The Science & Wonder of Migration via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Extraordinary Adaptations: The Science and Wonder of Migration: The migratory life is more than just an easy trip to the sunny tropics. Migration is a demanding and dangerous endeavor. Learn how migratory birds meet the challenges of life on the move and how scientists are uncovering their extraordinary adaptations. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAucOGrqjwqGNDFXJ-K-ENTEhrDMJtHsOCf \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/the-science-wonder-of-migration-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Sanderling-123-MV-sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200911T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 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/ LOCATION:OH 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:20200908T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200908T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20200825T185530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200825T185530Z UID:5294-1599595200-1599598800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Climate Change with Terry Root via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Lake County Audubon Society is sponsoring a special Climate Change Event with the Council of Ohio Audubon Chapters.\n \nOur featured speaker\, Dr Terry Root\, will speak on the topic: Our Rapidly Changing Climate is  Changing … Well … Everything. \nThis online program is on Tuesday \, September 8th\, 8:00 pm. There is no charge\, but advance registration is required. \nClick here to register. \n\nCOAC is proud to present this extraordinary opportunity to hear a terrific speaker with outstanding credentials! Dr. Terry Root is Professor Emerita at Stanford and lead author of the Intergovernmental Panel for Climate Change 4th Assessment Report that in 2007 was co-awarded the Nobel Peace Prize with Vice President Al Gore. \nBack-to-back 100-year floods\, extended droughts\, and the polar vortex are all connected to the disruption of our climate due to greenhouse gas emissions. Since the late 1800s\, the average global temperature has increased about 1.8F (1C) and we are on track to surpass the Paris Agreement target of 2.7F (1.5C) by 2030. In response to this rapid warming\, much is changing on our planet\, including earlier spring warming so flowers are blooming and birds are breeding earlier. Species are moving to cooler areas on land and in the oceans. Unless we soon slow the rapid warming\, innumerable people will suffer due to heatwaves\, storm surges\, and spreading diseases. Additionally\, hundreds of thousands of species — including species we rely on — will face extinction. We must stop our fossil-fuel addiction to avoid such problems. \nThankfully\, there are many things that we can do\, collectively and individually\, to decrease the emissions of CO2.  We just need the will to do them. \n\nDr Terry L. Root is Professor Emerita at Stanford University. She was a lead author of the Intergovernmental Panel for Climate Change 4th Assessment Report that in 2007 was co-awarded the Nobel Peace Prize with Vice President Al Gore. Also\, she was a lead author for the 3rd Assessment Report (2001) and a Review Editor for the 5th Assessment Report (2014). In addition to other honors\, Root was awarded the Spirit of Defenders Award for Science by Defenders of Wildlife in 2010. She served on the National Audubon Board of Directors from 2010 to 2019\,and is on numerous science advisory boards. Root earned her undergraduate degree in Mathematics and Statistics from the University of New Mexico\, her master’s degree in Biology from the University of Colorado and her doctorate in Biology from Princeton University.  She was a professor at the University of Michigan for 14 years\, and then at Stanford University for 15 years.  She now resides in Sarasota\, FL. \nIf you are concerned about our planet – attend! URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/climate-change-with-terry-root-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:nonASGC 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:20200827T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200827T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20200801T185235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200819T160135Z UID:5163-1598554800-1598558400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Birders Workshop via Zoom DESCRIPTION:Birders Workshop – Review of 130 species likely to be seen in NE Ohio in mid-September \nWe are having a 1-hour  Zoom presentation August 27th @ 7:00pm showcasing 135 species of birds likely to be seen during Bird Quest (our annual 24-hour birding challenge on Sept. 11-12). One slide per specie showing photographs of male and female and a few comments about each regarding field marks and likely habitat where they may be found.  It will move along so we can stay within the 1-hour window.  It is meant to be a review for newer birders but everyone will enjoy ‘brushing up’ for fall migration.  A section on Confusing Fall Warblers is included.  Birds presented in taxonomic order\, like paging through a new field guide! \nThis FREE Birding Workshop is designed to help you refresh your skills or learn new ones! Includes birding tips and tricks and introduction to eBird. This year\, due to COVID-19\, our workshop will be conducted via ZOOM. Register HERE by August 26th. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/beginning-birding-workshop-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist 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:20200513T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200513T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20200428T204753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200428T204753Z UID:4890-1589396400-1589400000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:eBird: What's in it for me? via Zoom DESCRIPTION:We start with Getting Started (setting up a free account) then move to Exploring Regions (your ‘backyard’ or around the world)\, Exploring Species (where can I find Purple Martins?) and how to create Bar Charts (when do Vireo’s arrive in Portage County?). You will learn how to EXPLORE your own data (My eBird) and to Enter Historic Checklists so your Life List is complete. (Did I mention that eBird maintains your Life List for every checklist you enter from around the world?) \nWhen you register you will be emailed the “How To” handout that walks you step-by-step through many of the popular eBird features. That way you can just enjoy the presentation and not worry about taking notes. \nYou must register in advance for this meeting by clicking on this link: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpc-iorzMpH9ap3luGoIx1dDQ4IxZg6HOH \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting and a separate email with the HANDOUT attached. All participants will be on MUTE during the program. Questions may be submitted using CHAT and will be answered for all to hear. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/ebird-whats-in-it-for-me-via-zoom-2/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist 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:20200505T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200505T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20200428T204455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200428T204455Z UID:4887-1588705200-1588708800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:eBird: What's in it for me? via Zoom DESCRIPTION:In this how-to eBird program we start with Getting Started (setting up a free account) then move to Exploring Regions (your ‘backyard’ or around the world)\, Exploring Species (where can I find Purple Martins?) and how to create Bar Charts (when do Vireo’s arrive in Portage County?). You will learn how to EXPLORE your own data (My eBird) and to Enter Historic Checklists so your Life List is complete. (Did I mention that eBird maintains your Life List for every checklist you enter from around the world?) \nWhen you register you will be emailed the “How To” handout that walks you step-by-step through many of the popular eBird features. That way you can just enjoy the presentation and not worry about taking notes. \nYou must register in advance for this meeting by clicking on this link: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpcemtpzstE9wsgDgwXQYJgJz5XgsLDL86 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting and a separate email with the HANDOUT attached. All participants will be on MUTE during the program. Questions may be submitted using CHAT and will be answered for all to hear. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/ebird-whats-in-it-for-me-via-zoom/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist 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:20200328T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200328T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20200113T161135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200322T183252Z UID:4715-1585386000-1585396800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Waterfowl Wander Canceled DESCRIPTION:This field trip has been canceled. \nJoin us for a “caravan style” field trip to witness the awesome breeding plumage of the wonderful waterfowl that move through our area on their way to northern breeding grounds. The drakes are in their showiest\, fancy plumage to impress the females and at the same time astound us! Early spring brings more than 20 species of waterfowl to rest and refuel during their migration. Join us with a full tank of gas and some lunch money as we gather at a restaurant to share our checklists and stories of the morning’s birding. Meet at the Ladue Reservoir boat ramp at the end of Washington Street in Auburn Township (Geauga County). URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/waterfowl-wander-field-trip-3/ 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:20200324T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200324T203000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20200302T193753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200322T183423Z UID:4828-1585076400-1585081800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Warbler Warm-up Canceled DESCRIPTION:This program has been canceled. \nSome 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. \nMingo Lodge in Sand Run Metro Park\, 1501 Sand Run  Pkwy\, Akron\, OH. Akron Audubon Society URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/warbler-warm-up-backyard-naturalist-7/ LOCATION:Mingo Lodge\, 1501 Sand Run Pkwy\, Akron\, OH\, 44313 CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist 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:20200321T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 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:20260425T164708 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:20200215T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200215T133000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20200210T201743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200210T201743Z UID:4744-1581768000-1581773400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Ghosts from the North non ASGC DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist to learn about the majestic bird of winter: the snowy owl. Discover how it survives its Arctic home\, yet sometimes visits Ohio\, and how Project Snowstorm sheds light on their behavior. We are trying to make arrangements for one of these ghosts to fly in for the program\, but like nature\, nothing is guaranteed. \nPresented by Summit Metroparks URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/ghosts-from-the-north-non-asgc/ LOCATION:Liberty Park NC\, 9999 Liberty Road\, Twinsburg\, OH\, 44087\, United States CATEGORIES:nonASGC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/snowyowl-file-sm.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200215T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200215T113000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20200113T160805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200113T160805Z UID:4713-1581759000-1581766200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Help us complete our winter bird survey while participating in the international Great Backyard Bird Count sponsored by National Audubon and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. This walk is especially satisfying because we can see almost all the birds we hear as opposed to the summer season where they can be obscured in the canopy. It is also a great time for those just getting started in birding to learn about our winter resident species and techniques of finding our quarry all while contributing important citizen science information to ornithologists anywhere in the world. Meet at the Aurora Sanctuary 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-2/ 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/2019/03/Hairy-Woodpecker-MV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 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:20260425T164708 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:20200118T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200118T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20200103T173027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200103T173027Z UID:4702-1579374000-1579377600@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Migrating Waterfowl 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. \nAdmission for this program is one or more non-perishable items for the food pantry. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/migrating-waterfowl-backyard-naturalist-2/ LOCATION:St. Joan of Arc Church\, 496 E. Washington St\, Chagrin Falls\, OH\, 44022 CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist 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:20200118T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200118T113000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20200103T173557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200103T173557Z UID:4705-1579339800-1579347000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Winter Track Walk Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Winter is an excellent time to discover what wildlife resides in our woods which remain invisible behind the summer leaves of green. It is also a great way to see the lay of the land discovering ravines\, ponds\, and vernal pools that were hidden by summer vegetation. Join us to read tracks in the snow or catch a glimpse of a cottontail bounding away. 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/winter-track-walk-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/2015/12/screech-owl-imprint.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200108T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20191204T162759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191204T162759Z UID:4662-1578510000-1578513600@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Migrating Waterfowl 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. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/migrating-waterfowl-backyard-naturalist/ LOCATION:North Olmsted Library\, 27403 Lorain Rd\, North Olmsted\, OH\, 44070 CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist 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:20191220T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191220T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T164708 CREATED:20191204T162207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191204T162207Z UID:4660-1576868400-1576875600@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night hike celebrating the winter solstice (1 day early) marking the longest night of the year. Have you heard the wondrous silence of the winter woods after dark? It is an amazing aura! The quiet is occasionally interrupted by wind in the branches of the pines\, the call of an owl\, the howl of a coyote\, or the scrabbling sound of a flying squirrel darting up a tree trunk. Meet at Brettschneider Park parking lot on the north side of Pioneer Trail a few hundred yards east of Page Road in Aurora. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/winter-solstice-field-trip-2/ 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/DSCN0020.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR