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: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:20231115T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20231106T171521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T171521Z UID:12241-1700074800-1700078400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Migrating Waterfowl & Winter Birds Program DESCRIPTION:Migrating Waterfowl and Winter Birds at Canton Audubon Meeting\, Nov. 15 @ 7:00pm.  In person at Exploration Gateway (at Sippo Lake)\, or via Zoom using this link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81201647215?pwd=OGFidll6aVpPTTJnTkNhM0wyYTRUUT09 .  Open to the public. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/migrating-waterfowl-winter-birds-program-2/ LOCATION:Exploration Gateway\, 5712 12th St. NW\, Canton\, OH\, 44708\, United States CATEGORIES:Education 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:20231111T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T113000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20231106T170316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T170316Z UID:12237-1699695000-1699702200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Turkey Trek Field Trip DESCRIPTION:This walk\, over the years\, has consistently failed to produce a single Wild Turkey! It is likely because they all know Thanksgiving is close at hand. Would you consider helping me find one or a flock of these wily\, elusive birds which were once extirpated from Ohio but are now found in every county. Even if the Wild Turkeys do not show up\, it will still be an enjoyable walk in our less traveled sanctuary where many of you have not had the pleasure to explore. Meet at the Aurora Dog Park parking lot on the east side of Page Road just a few hundred yards north of Mennonite Rd. in Aurora. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/turkey-trek-field-trip-4/ LOCATION:Molnar Sanctuary 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:20231021T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T153000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230905T195240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T195240Z UID:12188-1697895000-1697902200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Fall Color Walk Field Trip DESCRIPTION:If you have not had the opportunity to see the fall colors from the Hach-Otis Sanctuary\, here is your chance. There is a spectacular view to the east overlooking the Chagrin River valley with trees showing off their unique colors. We have the right mix of species to rival the leaf color change anywhere in the world! Join us to take in the beauty of the changing of the seasons. Meet at the Hach-Otis parking lot at the east end of Skyline drive (off River Road) in Willoughby Hills. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/fall-color-walk-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:20231017T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230930T160743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T160845Z UID:12209-1697569200-1697572800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Migrating Waterfowl & Winter Birds Programs DESCRIPTION:Once the pretty summer songbirds have departed for points south\, what do birders do?  They put on another layer of clothes 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. \nFour October dates and four locations! \n10/17 Parma Heights Library @7pm\n10/21 Gates Mills Library @ 2pm\n10/23 Brecksville Library @ 7 pm\n10/28 North Olmstead Library @ 10am URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/migrating-waterfowl-winter-birds-program/ CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Snow-Buntings-Soltis-Road-1-of-7-2-e1696090020306.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231007 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230930T155135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230930T155904Z UID:12206-1696550400-1696636799@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Garden Walk DESCRIPTION:Did you miss the Garden Walk in July? The Master Gardeners of Cuyahoga County have invited ASGC members to join them for a self guided Garden Walk October 6\, the day before their October 7 Fall Seminar “Flowers\, Trees\, Backyards and Bees.”   \nThe featured gardens on the tour include those which demonstrate their owners’ commitment to biodiversity and to fostering habitats that nurture our songbirds and other wildlife.   \nFor the self-guided garden tour only\, please RSVP to receive the addresses.  natureinmybackyard@clevelandaudubon.org URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/garden-walk/ CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Viceroy-on-Rattlesnake-Master-e1696089077892.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230925T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230925T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230905T200947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T200947Z UID:12195-1695668400-1695672000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Migrating Waterfowl Program 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-program-2/ LOCATION:Brookpark Library\, 6155 Engle Road\, Brook Park\, OH\, 44142-2198 CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Snow-Goose-taking-off-e1693944298436.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T153000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230905T194705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T194705Z UID:12186-1695475800-1695483000@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Fringed Gentian Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Would you like to be dazzled by our treasured Fringed Gentian patch? Fringed Gentian are an uncommon native plant with an astounding color of blue in their delicately toothed petals. Fringed Gentian are one of the last flowers to bloom in our area. We will also see the more common Closed or Bottle Gentian. If conditions are right\, Ladies Tresses\, which belong to the orchid family\, will be in bloom. Pray for sunshine and you will have an unforgettable display! Meet at the Brettschneider/Audubon parking lot on the north side of Pioneer Trail a few hundred yards east of Page Rd. in Aurora. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/fringed-gentian-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/Fringed-Gentian.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230905T195822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T201415Z UID:12190-1694631600-1694635200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Raptors of NE Ohio Program DESCRIPTION:Raptors are birds that get their food by hunting other birds or mammals.  We know them as Eagles\, Hawks\, Falcons and Owls.  Some live here year-round while others visit only during the winter.  Enjoy pictures and natural history of the 19 species typically found in NE Ohio throughout the year.  About 1 hour in length. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/raptors-of-ne-ohio-speakers-bureau/ LOCATION:North Royalton Public Library\, 5071 Wallings Road\, North Royalton\, OH\, 44133\, United States CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/American-Kestrel-with-short-tailed-shrew-e1693943870690.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230905T200513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T200513Z UID:12193-1694545200-1694548800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Migrating Waterfowl Program 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-program/ LOCATION:Orange Branch Library\, 31975 Chagrin Boulevard\, Pepper Pike\, OH\, 44124\, United States CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Snow-Goose-taking-off-e1693944298436.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T183000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230725T200500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T200500Z UID:12053-1694188800-1694284200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Chagrin River Bird Quest DESCRIPTION:Our 9th Annual Team Birding Challenge\nin support of the Chagrin River Corridor IBA \nGet your team together and join us for 24-hours of birding fun! For experienced and brand-new birders! Share the day with family\,\nfriends\, co-workers or classmates! Explore the Chagrin River Valley from Lake Erie south to Audubon’s bird sanctuaries in Aurora.\nPrizes for the most warblers\, most species overall\, most creative team name and more! Send pictures of your team birding throughout the day! Free t-shirts! \nJoin the Celebration on September 9th for awards\, great food and great company! \nBird Quest is free but registration is required. The complete schedule and registration information is HERE. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/chagrin-river-bird-quest-7/ 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/2015/01/Flowers-and-Feathers-sm-e1713802293934.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230704T180841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230704T180914Z UID:11934-1692451800-1692457200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:High Summer Hike Field Trip DESCRIPTION:We are excited to investigate how the fields are recovering from invasive buckthorn eradication early this past spring. We will also pass through the forest to a wildlife viewing blind to see if the beaver have successfully restored their marsh to its former character of years ago. Join us to observe the changes. Meet at the Novak Sanctuary parking lot on the east side of Townline Rd. almost a mile north of Route 82 in Aurora. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/high-summer-hike-br-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/2023/07/Novak-Plants-e1688494099635.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230725T201505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T201505Z UID:12055-1692435600-1692446400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Birding Workshop Program DESCRIPTION:Our annual pre-event Birding Workshop will help you renew your skills or learn new ones in preparation for Bird Quest on September 8-9! (See separate listing. You do NOT have to register for Bird Quest to attend the Birding Workshop.) \nClassroom work 9:00 – 10:15am\nBird walk in the Novak Sanctuary 10:30 – noon \n Bring binoculars (if you have them)\, a hat and comfortable shoes for walking flat trails. \n Light refreshments will be served. \nThe workshop is free\, but please register so we know how many people to expect! URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/birding-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/2015/07/Ed-Center-BN.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230721T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230721T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230519T162754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T162855Z UID:11757-1689967800-1689973200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Twilight Hike Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Because it is a cooler time of day with the fading light and lengthening shadows that allow more concealment many creatures move about more freely. Often we hear owls\, coyote\, fox\, raccoon\, and deer. Many birds will be singing their call to roost song. Let’s see what we can turn up! Meet at the Aurora Sanctuary/Brettschneider Park parking lot located on the north side of Pioneer trail few hundred yards east of Page Road in Aurora. (896 East Pioneer Trail Aurora\, OH 44202) URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/twilight-hike-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/2015/01/Gray-Catbird-e1684513619157.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230716T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230716T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230704T181604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230704T181604Z UID:11939-1689512400-1689523200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Pop-Up Garden Tour Self-guided DESCRIPTION:A cooperative afternoon brought to you by the Nature in my Backyard Program of the Audubon Society of Greater Cleveland and the Shaker Lakes Garden Club. \nFour gardens in a closely defined area in Cleveland Heights\, Beachwood\, and Shaker Heights will be open to our membership and members’ guests. These gardens all exemplify various different means of bringing biodiversity to residential gardens by introducing native plants. Gardeners will be present to discuss how they are adjusting their gardens\, in stages\, to support birds\, butterflies\, bees\, bunnies\, and all sorts of native life in their gardens. \nSign up with name(s) of attendee(s) at natureinmybackyard@clevelandaudubon.org and the addresses of these gardens will be sent to you. Please do not pass on this invitation to anyone but your own personal guests. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/pop-up-garden-tour-self-guided/ CATEGORIES:Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Nature-inmy-backyard-e1713800484633.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230429T181316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230429T181316Z UID:11738-1685804400-1685822400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Centennial Celebration! DESCRIPTION:Our first Annual Meeting and Dinner since 2019 just happens to be our 100th Birthday year! Held at the beautiful Lake Farmpark\, our Centennial Celebration includes a nature walk\, social hour\, and catered dinner. Our keynote speaker is Al Batt\, nationally known speaker\, author\, storyteller\, humorist and birdwatcher. You may recognize his name from Birdwatchers Digest or his book\, A Life Gone to the Birds. Please help us celebrate 100 years! Click HERE for the complete schedule and reservation information. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/centennial-celebration/ LOCATION:Lake Farmpark\, 8800 Euclid Chardon Road\, Kirtland\, OH\, 44094\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/LakeFarmPark.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230525T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230417T153852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T143737Z UID:11735-1685041200-1685044800@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Native Plants for Birds & Insects Rescheduled! DESCRIPTION:Birds\, insects and native plants are inextricably linked in nature.  Whatever happens to one will have an effect on the others.  This talk explains those relationships\, then shows you ways to enhance your personal landscape for birds\, insects\, or just for the beauty of native plants.  Lots of pictures of birds\, insects and native plants (flowering plants\, trees and shrubs).  Directions provided to download handouts from our website.  Presented by Matt Valencic. At the end of the program\, Matt will introduce a new PILOT program where members of ASGC and Shaker Lakes will offer consultation to homeowners wishing to make changes to their landscapes using native plants to attract more birds and insects. About 1-hour in length. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqc-2gpjwpGdZ65_FWba0JS_-bU2Eac-Th \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/native-plants-for-birds-insects-via-zoom/ CATEGORIES:Backyard Naturalist,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Eastern-Tiger-Swallowtail-on-Thistle-opt-e1681745877532.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230512T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230512T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230429T181848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230429T181848Z UID:11740-1683919800-1683925200@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Rush for Thrush! Field Trip DESCRIPTION:Did you know that there are seven species of Thrush in our area in May? We hope to set a record for the most species of Thrush seen in one of our sanctuaries in one session. The possibilities are Hermit Thrush\, Wood Thrush\, Swainson’s Thrush\, Gray-cheeked Thrush\, Veery\, American Robin\, and Bluebird. We will meet at the Novak Sanctuary parking lot on the east side of Townline Road almost a mile north of State Rt. 82 on the Aurora/Mantua border. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/rush-for-thrush-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/2020/09/BLUE-Valencic-e1601305228300.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230509T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 CREATED:20230429T183540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230429T183540Z UID:11743-1683658800-1683662400@clevelandaudubon.org SUMMARY:Lakeside Chautauqua DESCRIPTION:Haven’t had enough birding programs? Join ASGC speakers Matt Valencic and Jim Tomko for “Owls of Ohio” (May 9) and “Warbler Warm-Up” (May 10) at Lakeside Chautauqua. Click HERE for admission and parking information. \nStill need more? Matt Valencic will be delivering programs on “Summer Birds of NE Ohio” (May 30)\, “Wetland Birds of Eastern US” (May 31)\, and “Raptors” (also May 31). Click HERE for more information. URL:https://clevelandaudubon.org/event/lakeside-chautauqua/ LOCATION:Lakeside Chautauqua\, 236 Walnut Avenue\, Lakeside\, OH\, 43440 CATEGORIES:nonASGC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://clevelandaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/images.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T213000 DTSTAMP:20260425T075903 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:20260425T075903 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/ 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:20260425T075903 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:20260425T075903 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:20260425T075903 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:20260425T075903 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/ 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:20260425T075903 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:20260425T075903 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:20260425T075903 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/ 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:20260425T075903 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:20260425T075903 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/ 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:20260425T075903 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 END:VCALENDAR