Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden

Birding at the Garden

Owl Prowl at Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve
Join Steve Bailey for a captivating night exploring the mystery of owls at the Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve. He will discuss owl behavior and identification, as well as the places these fascinating birds are most likely to be seen. He may even demonstrate his world-famous Barred Owl call. After the discussion, Steve will lead a walk in the woods to look and listen for these enigmatic birds. Please dress warmly, and bring along a flashlight and binoculars. A map will be sent.

Steve Bailey, Ornithologist, Illinois Natural History Survey
Fri., Jan. 29, 7 – 9 p.m.
Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve, Long Grove, IL
NAT0011 $29/$37

Spring Bird Walk
Join local bird experts to explore the best spots in the Garden for locating late-winter bird residents and the early migrants of spring. Each walk is approximately one to two hours long. Dress for the weather, and bring binoculars and a field guide, if you have one.

Meet at Visitor Center $15/$19 each walk
Alan Anderson, Board Member, and/or Chris Van Wassenhove, President, Chicago Audubon Society

NAT0031 Sat., Apr. 3, 7:30 – 9 a.m.
NAT0012 Sat., May 1, 7:30 – 9 a.m.
NAT0022 Sat., May 22, 7:30 – 9 a.m.

Plantings for Birds: How to Attract Them Year-Round
Discover what birds need from your garden in all seasons, and how to provide it. Emphasis will be placed on native plantings, the food chain in your backyard, and the three components of successful bird gardening—food, water, and shelter.

Sheryl DeVore, Author, Birds of Illinois and chief editor, Meadowlark,
journal of the Illinois Ornithological Society
Thurs., Apr. 22, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Linnaeus Room
NAT0041 $21/$27

Bird Walk at Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve
Join bird expert Sheryl DeVore at the Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve to locate late-winter bird residents and the early migrants of spring. Dress for the weather, and bring binoculars and a field guide, if you have one. A map will be sent.

Sheryl DeVore, Author, Birds of Illinois and chief editor, Meadowlark,
journal of the Illinois Ornithological Society
Sat., May 8, 7:30 – 9 a.m.
Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve, Long Grove, IL
NAT0042 $19/$24

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

To check whether your class choice has been filled or canceled, please phone the registration service at (847) 835-8261 and press 2 after the greeting, or check the class schedule online.

Preregistration is required. You may register online, by phone, by fax or by mail. Payment at the time of registration is mandatory with check or credit card. Checks should be payable to the Chicago Botanic Garden. No purchase orders will be accepted.

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Fax registration form with payment by credit card to the Education Registrar at (847) 835-6874. Phone the registration service at (847) 835-8261 and press 1 after the greeting. Payment with credit card is required.