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SUMMARY:Swans & Other Waterfowl of Pool 8 - Brownsville\, MN
DESCRIPTION:Swans galore are the norm just south of Brownsville\, MN. Fall migration offers birders an opportunity to decide: trumpeter or tundra swan? Swans and dabbling ducks can be seen from one overlook\, then less than one mile south is a deep water overlook with diving waterfowl. This is a staging area for one species and is used year-round for the other. From 2-3 p.m. and again from 4-5 p.m. on November 19\, Chase will be at the Brownsville Overlook to talk about what swans and dabbling ducks are in sight\, the life histories of the swans\, and management challenges of the constantly changing Mississippi River. Sundown is at 4:38 p.m. A good number of swans remain at the Brownsville Overlook all day long. Depending on weather\, around mid-afternoon the swans begin to return to overnight in Pool 8. Strings and strands of seeming unending groups come from north and south feeding areas to congregate overnight in Pool 8: this is an unforgettable experience and the reason for this late-day meeting. From 3-4 p.m.\, Chase will be at the Hwy 26 overlook\, a mile south of the Brownsville Overlook. Diving ducks feed in this deeper part of Pool 8\, possibly including canvasbacks and mergansers. Plan ahead and enjoy a “Day Along the Mighty Mississippi River\,” then post your photos\, bird list of sightings during your trip\, and comments on Saint Paul Audubon’s Facebook page. \nDIRECTIONS     The time and travel distance are nearly the same whether you travel to Rochester\, then use I-90\, or if you travel along the river on US 61 in MN or partly in WI to I-90. North of LaCrescent MN\, I-90 crosses the river between MN and WI with US 61 continuing south and continuing straight onto MN 16 going south. Stay on MN 16 for about 3 miles and on a curve stay left onto MN 26 which will take you through Brownsville to the well marked surprising Brownsville Overlook. The deep-water ‘Hwy 26 Overlook’ is a mile south from the Brownsville Overlook and is favored by diving ducks. \nINSTRUCTIONS     Dress for cooling temperatures and probable winds on the riverbank\, including a warm hat and gloves. Bring water\, snacks\, bird book or app. \nSAFE BIRDING GUIDELINES     Masks and social distancing will be personal choice\, and the same goes for sharing equipment. Chase will have a spotting scope to share. Bring binoculars\, field guide\, or a camera with telescopic lens. \nDIFFICULTY    Both overlooks are roadside at parking areas and are handicap accessible. \nAMENITIES     In the past\, the Brownsville Overlook had a handicap-accessible portable outhouse. \nREGISTRATION     No preregistration. Please sign-in with Chase at the site when you arrive. LEADER     Chase Davies     651 246-9754     rockybirder@gmail.com \n  \nTIPS: Swans are dispersed during the day but depending on wind small to medium size flocks may be viewed in both MN and WI on your trip. In daytime in MN from US 61 they often feed and rest within sight of the Minneiska Cemetery in MN just south of where the Whitewater River enters the Mississippi River. In WI along WI 35 just north of Alma is Riecks Lake Park which also has a viewing platform. More swans overnight here in the bottoms of the Buffalo River where it joins the Mississippi\, then remain throughout the day; usually knowledgeable volunteers interact with visitors on the platform. \n  \nOTHER THINGS TO DO: \nThe Eagle Center in Wabasha https://www.nationaleaglecenter.org/   \nMN Marine Art Museum in Winona https://www.mmam.org/   \nInternational Owl Center located in Houston\, MN.  https://www.internationalowlcenter.org/   \nRiecks Lake Park\, on Hwy 35 just north of Alma\, WI\, Colville Park\, Red Wing\, MN.\, and the several well placed pullouts on WI Hwy 35 along the east side of Pool 8. Finally consider checking out some of the towns and pullouts along either side of Lake Pepin. \n  \n8.5 x 14 Map of Lower Pool 8: https://www.fws.gov/uploadedFiles/LowerPool8.pdf
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/swans-and-other-waterfowl-brownsville-mn-2/
LOCATION:Brownsville Overlook\, Brownsville\, MN\, 13502\, 14286 Great River Rd\, Brownsville\, 55919
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230515
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SUMMARY:Warbler Weekend 2023
DESCRIPTION:Warbler Weekend 2023 is coming up and here is everything you need to know. \nRegistration: Registration for the weekend and reservations for all meals\, including requests for gluten-free or vegetarian meals\, are required in advance. Registration deadline has been extended to April 25th. \nRegistration is now closed. \nAccommodations: Birders staying overnight need to make their own reservations. Lake City and Red Wing are closest. \nLocation: Hok-Si-La Park Dining Hall\, Lake City\, MN is the hub for all activities. (www.hoksilapark.org) \nOn-site Information:  Announcements will occur after each meal. The Bird Board\, Schedule\, Notice\, and Places to Bird will be posted prominently. \nSchedule\nFriday May 12\n6:30 p.m. Coffee\, cookies and socializing\n7:00 p.m. Presentation \nSaturday May 13\nBirding Walks \nMorning: 6:45-8:30 a.m. and 9:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m.\nAfternoon: 1:45-3:15 p.m. and 3:45-5:00 p.m.\nEvening (after Bird Tally): Swifting at Villa Maria\, followed by Owling \nGather on the grass at the parking lot around appropriate signs to form groups for each scheduled walk.  Please be on time. Likely spots include: \n\n\n\nFrontenac State Park’s Sand Point Trail and Overlook\nFrontenac Town Cemetery & Town Walk\nVilla Maria Grounds\nHok-Si-La North and South.\nBirding by ear will be offered if we are able to line up aurally talented individuals who know our avian denizens and migrants well.\nBirding by car on your own is always an option as well.\n\n\n\nMeals \n8:30-9:00 a.m. Breakfast.  Announcements at 9:15 a.m.\n12:15-12:45 p.m. Lunch.  Announcements at 1:00 p.m.\n6:00-6:30 p.m. Dinner.  Announcements at 6:45 p.m.\, followed by Bird Tally. \nSunday May 14\nEnjoy birding on your own! \nEvaluation forms: We want your input! All birders will be asked to fill out an evaluation form so that we can continue to improve Warbler Weekend.
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/warbler-weekend-2023/
LOCATION:Hok-Si-La Park\, Lake City\, MN\, 2500 U.S. Hwy 61\, Lake City\, 55041
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230518T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230518T220000
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SUMMARY:Migrant and Nesting Birds Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve
DESCRIPTION:15501 Murphy Lake Blvd\, Savage\, MN  \nThursday\, May 18\, 7-10 AM  \nOne of the best birding areas in Twin Cities Metro! Focus is on songs/calls of nesting birds in a hardwood forest as well as spring migrants. Hooded warbler is a target species. \nDIRECTIONS      Take 35E or W to Co 42\, go west ~ 2 miles\, then south ~ 2 miles on Burnsville Parkway which becomes Hanrehan Lake Blvd. At Highway 75 aka Murphy Lake Rd\, turn left and immediately into the parking lot on the left. \nDIFFICULTY      Wide natural trails. Medium to strenuous \nLEADER     Bill Stjern\, norskestar@comcast.net 651- 458-1542
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/migrant-and-nesting-birds-murphy-hanrehan-park-reserve/
LOCATION:Murphy Hanrehan Park Reserve\, Savage\, MN\, 15501 Murphy Lake Blvd\, Savage\, MN\, 55378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T021915Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Morning Bird Walk - Silverwood Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:May 23: Silverwood Regional Park\, 2500 Cty Rd. E\, St. Anthony\, MN  55421 \nPasserine migrants\, wetlands. \nDIRECTIONS     From 35W\, take Cty Rd D/37th Ave. west\, turn north (rt) onto Silver Lake\, or\, from I-694\, take Silver Lake exit\, go south. Finally\, go west on Cty Rd E for ~1\,000 ft\, entrance on left. Meet at the large main parking lot. Restrooms available. \nINSTRUCTIONS     Bring water\, insect repellant and field guide. Contact leader/s only if you need additional information. \nREGISTRATION     None \nDIFFICULTY     Easy. Generally level pathways both chipped and paved. A few gradual hills. \nLEADERS     Jane Braun    jane@promotional.com    Mark Gilbert \n  \n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/tuesday-morning-bird-walk-silverwood-regional-park/
LOCATION:Silverwood Regional Park\, St Anthony\, MN\, 2500 County Road E\, St. Anthony\, MN\, 55421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230610T100000
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SUMMARY:Nesting Areas and related happenings at the Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 10\, 7:30-10 AM \nJune begins summer when territories generally are all set and families are busily growing. In contrast to migration style bird watching\, we move to different habitats where the breeding territories are located. A walk on the hard surfaced one-mile path around Sunfish Lake will be followed by birding in a guided car caravan\, stopping at choice locations. The site has lots of prairie and wooded edges for us to explore for their birding potential. \nDIRECTIONS     Meet at the Sunfish Gate parking area on Hamline Ave extension just north of MN Hwy 96. \nINFORMATION     The site has restricted access.  All vehicles will enter and exit the property together. Outdoor restrooms are widely spaced when available. \nREGISTRATION     Required registration. Attendance is limited to six cars or 20 adults on a first reply\, first served basis. Email Chase Davies your mobile phone number with the firm total number in your vehicle. PLEASE report any changes in numbers as soon as learned so Wait Listed hopefuls can enjoy these opportunities. \nDIFFICULTY     Easy \nLEADERS:     Mary Lee\, AHATS Envir. Protection Specialist  and  Chase Davies 651-246- 9754 RockyBirder@gmail.com
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/nesting-areas-and-related-happenings-at-the-arden-hills-army-training-site-ahats/
LOCATION:Arden Hills Army Training Site\, 4761 Hamline Avenue North\, Arden Hills\, MN\, 55112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230712T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230712T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T222714Z
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SUMMARY:**New Bird Walk Just Added to Calendar**  Summer Birding at Silverwood Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:Summer birding presents possibilities for observing different behaviors once birds have settled on family territories. Birders have opportunities for lingering identifications with group interaction at a summer-time relaxed pace. The slower pace is also ideal for beginning birders to learn and experience the basics to locate\, describe and identify birds. \nDIRECTIONS     2500 County Rd E\, St. Anthony (just west of Silver Lake Rd). Meet in main parking lot next to the pavilion. \nINSTRUCTIONS     Dress for the weather and wear closed-toe shoes. Bring a brimmed hat\, water\, sunblock and a field guide or smart phone with the app already installed. \nREGISTRATION     None \nDIFFICULTY      Mostly paved trails. Restrooms available. \nLEADER     Chase Davies  651-246-9754  RockyBirder@gmail.com
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/new-bird-walk-just-added-to-calendar-summer-birding-at-silverwood-regional-park/
LOCATION:Silverwood Regional Park\, St Anthony\, MN\, 2500 County Rd E\, St Anthony\, 55421
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230715T093000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T225144Z
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SUMMARY:Birds and Trees
DESCRIPTION:Langton Lake Park\, 1950 County Rd. C2 W\, Roseville\, MN  55113  \nJoin us for a stroll at Langton Lake Park to observe and identify birds and trees\, and consider their interactions. \nDIRECTIONS    Meet at the parking lot on County Road C2 at the west side of the lake. \nINFORMATION    Bring binoculars\, bird guide\, and a tree guide if you have them. \nREGISTRATION    None required \nDIFFICULTY    Paved paths\, mostly level\, approximately 1 mile \nLEADERS     Kathy Robbins  651-636-6475   Krobbins@umn.edu   and Cathy Croghan crogh001@umn.edu
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/birds-and-trees/
LOCATION:Langton Lake Park – West Parking Lot\, 1950 County Rd. C2 W\, Roseville\, 55113
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230805T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230805T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20230721T163501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T163501Z
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SUMMARY:Urban Trees and Birds\, Frogtown Park and Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a visit to this unique urban farm site to observe and identify birds and trees\, and to consider their interactions. You’ll learn some basic tree identification tips\, the importance of our urban tree canopy and what Frogtown Green  is doing to add trees to their neighborhood. \nDIRECTIONS     Meet at the parking lot next to the greenhouse on the top of the hill. \nINFORMATION     Bring binoculars\, bird guide and tree guide if you have them. \nREGISTRATION     None required \nDIFFICULTY     Easy – Mostly paved\, less than .5 mile \nLEADERS     Kathy Robbins 651-636-6475  Krobbins@umn.edu  and  Cathy  Croghan \n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/urban-trees-and-birds-frogtown-park-and-farm/
LOCATION:Frogtown Park and Farm\, 946 Minnehaha Ave. W.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230813T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230813T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T011752Z
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SUMMARY:Bruce Vento Trail & Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:St. Paul Audubon Society joins with Friends of Swede Hollow http://www.friendsofswedehollow.net/    and Friends of the Parks and Trails of St. Paul and Ramsey County https://friendsoftheparks.org/  to offer this opportunity to stroll along a portion of the Bruce Vento Regional Trail  https://www.traillink.com/trail/bruce-vento-regional-trail/  Learn the history of the land\, the Trail\, and current activities to save this important corridor from transit development. Along the way we’ll look for some summer birds. Beginners are most welcome. \nSUGGESTIONS      Bring binoculars if you have them. A limited number of binoculars can be borrowed from the leader. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Water and bug spray advised. \nREGISTRATION    None. \nDIRECTIONS    Meet at the Bergeron Pass Marker (44.9849102\, -93.0455361) on the corner of English St. And Arlington Ave E.  Street parking available along the east side of English St. \nDIFFICULTY     Level pathway both paved and natural areas. Route approximately 1.5 miles. \nLEADER/S     Kathy Sidles  651-233-6804   kesid@aol.com
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/bruce-vento-trail-and-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Bergeron Pass Marker\, 1301 Arlington Ave E\, St Paul\, 55106
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230826T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20220731T145523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T221045Z
UID:10000114-1693036800-1693045800@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Birding at Crosby Farm Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:2595 Crosby Farm Rd\, St. Paul\, MN 55116 \nSaturday August 26\, 8:00 – 10:30 AM \nSt. Paul Audubon is once again partnering with the St. Paul Library to offer a beginning birding field trip. Come and learn about birding\, including how to use binoculars and a field guide. Mostly come to have some late summer fun outdoors. \nDIRECTIONS     Southwest of downtown St. Paul off Shepard Rd. Meet in the parking lot. \nINFORMATION      Dress for the weather and wear closed-toe shoes. Bring a brimmed hat\, water\, sunblock and a field guide with maps or a smart phone with an app already installed. Indicate at registration if you would like to use a pair of loaner binoculars. \nREGISTRATION    Registration required  and limited to 15 participants \nDIFFICULTY     Variety of natural surfaces\, generally level terrain\, approximately 2 miles \nLEADERS      Linda Whyte  651-815-7045  and  Cathy Croghan
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/beginning-birding-at-crosby-farm-regional-park/
LOCATION:Crosby Farm Regional Park\, 2595 Crosby Farm Rd.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230902T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230902T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20230726T194439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T194439Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Birding at Oakdale Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:This family-friendly walk is in one of the most beautiful urban parks in Washington County. We will meet at the Visitors Center\, check the bird feeders and walk the winding paved trails. There are usually songbirds along the path\, and we will make our way out to a lake where we might see swans\, ducks\, and eagles. We will also be listening to birds. If you would like\, download the Merlin app on your phone (it’s free) and we can experiment with learning bird songs together. \nDIRECTOINS     Meet at the Visitors Center – front of the building \nINFORMATION     Bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them. A limited number of binoculars will be available on a first come first served basis. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. \nRESGISTRATION     None \nDIFFICULTY     0.5 to 1.0 mile on paved trails with small hills. \nLEADER     Greg Burnes  gburnes@comcast.net  612-205-3071 \n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/beginning-birding-at-oakdale-nature-center/
LOCATION:Oakdale Nature Center\, 444 Hadley Ave. N.\, Oakdale\, MN\, 55128\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20220524T213457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T195007Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Migrants and Grassland Goldenrod at Battle Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:2301 Lower Afton Rd.\, Maplewood\, MN 55119 \nSaturday\, September 9\, 9-11 AM  \nThe first hour is an easy one-mile hike to and along the western edge of the grassland the community is trying to preserve. The second hour is a moderate difficulty hike to the northeastern part of the grassland\, where we hope to hear and see migrating fall warblers\, sparrows and hawks\, along with the early fall colors of the grassland. \nDIRECTIONS     Meet in the South Battle Creek parking lot\, 2301 Lower Afton Rd\, Maplewood. From McKnight Rd\, turn east onto Lower Afton\, drive 0.2 mile\, turn left into South Battle Creek parking. \nINFORMATION     Venue website: https://www.ramseycounty.us/residents/parks-recreation/parks-trails/find-park/battle-creek-regional-park Warning: Battle Creek Park is quite large and this parking lot is not listed on the website. \nDIFFICULTY      Moderate (see description above) \nLEADER     John Zakelj    jzakelj@yahoo.com
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/fall-migrants-and-grassland-goldenrod-at-battle-creek-park-east/
LOCATION:Battle Creek Park – South Battle Creek Parking Lot\, 2301 Lower Afton Rd\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T194500
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20230726T201441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T201441Z
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SUMMARY:Pilot Knob/Oheyawahe Open Space and Acacia Park Cemetery – Location\, location\, location!
DESCRIPTION:2100 Pilot Knob Rd.\, Mendota Heights\, MN  55120 \nSaturday\, September 16\, 6:00-7:45 PM  \nLots of history\, views and\, we hope\, birds.  Autumnal falling temperatures with shortening days bring preparations for big changes to the local bird-life web. Sunset 7:22 PM \nDIRECTIONS     From I-494\, take Pilot Knob Rd. exit\, then drive north until the road ends. Park on road near intersection of Acadia Blvd. and Pilot Knob Rd. \nREGISTRATION     None \nDIFFICULTY     Long gradual slope on unpaved pathway. Approximately 2 mile route. \nNOTE:     Oheyawahe is a place of cultural importance to the Dakota Community and of significance in the history of MN statehood.  http://www.pilotknobpreservation.org/Pocket%20Guide%20Interactive.htm \nLEADER     Chase Davies  651-246-9754   RockyBirder@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/pilot-knob-oheyawahe-open-space-and-acacia-park-cemetery-location-location-location/
LOCATION:Pilot Knob\, 2100 Pilot Knob Rd\, Mendota Heights\, MN\, 55120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20230726T203518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T203518Z
UID:10000279-1696060800-1696068000@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:William O’Brien State Park
DESCRIPTION:  16821 O’Brien Trail N\, Marine on St Croix\, MN 55047 \nSaturday\, September 30\, 8-10 AM \nThis walk along the St. Croix River will explore the lower part of William O’Brien State Park\, with the hope of catching some fall migrants along the way. The last part of the walk passes Alice Lake which is usually a good place for viewing waterfowl. \nDIRECTIONS     We will meet at the parking lot by the swimming beach.  When you enter the park from Hwy. 95 follow the signs to the beach and boat launch (road passes under HWY. 95 and down the hill).  NOTE – Annual or Daily MN State Park Pass Required AND Self-pay envelopes are no longer available . See DNR payment options.. \nREGISTRATON     None \nDIFFICULTY     Flat wood chip and paved trails.  About 1.2 miles.  Restrooms at the boat launch area and about halfway at campgrounds. \nLEADER     Chase Davies     651 246-9754     rockybirder@gmail.com
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/william-obrien-state-park/
LOCATION:William O’Brien State Park\, 16821 O Brien Trail N\, Marine on St. Croix\, MN\, 55047\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231007T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20220809T222913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T203533Z
UID:10000124-1696669200-1696676400@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:*** NOTE NEW DATE *** Swede Hollow Park – Birding in the Heart of St. Paul 
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 7\, 9:00 – 11:00 AM \nThis is a BirdUp\, Saint Paul Audubon’s new more informal version of birding.  Meet up at the site\, and everyone will be responsible for finding and identifying the birds.  SPAS will provide a convener/s who is familiar with the park and knows which areas to visit\, and who will make sure everyone finds their way back to the parking lot. Birders of all levels welcome. Keep an eye on the SPAS website as we hope to add a few more Bird Ups throughout the autumn season. \nDIRECTIONS     Meet at the entrance to Drewry Tunnel at Swede Hollow Park across from 622 Beaumont St. East\, St. Paul 55130. Park on street or off-street parking available at the Hope Community Academy (located in the old Hamm’s Brewery Building) at 720 Payne Ave\, St. Paul 55130 \nDIFFICULTY     Easy to moderate\, approximately 1.5 miles. Includes both uphill and downhill paved pathway. \nCONVENER     Kathy Sidles  651-233-6804   kesid@aol.com    Contact Kathy if  you would like to borrow her extra pair of binoculars. \n(NOTE)  Friends of Swede Hollow  joins SPAS in offering this program
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/bird-up-at-swede-hollow-park/
LOCATION:Swede Hollow Park\, 622 Beaumont Street\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240516T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20240327T014306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T014310Z
UID:10000306-1715842800-1715853600@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Migrant and Nesting Birds Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve
DESCRIPTION:15501 Murphy Lake Blvd\, Savage\, MN 55378 \nThursday\, May 16\, 7-10 AM \nOne of the best birding areas in Twin Cities Metro! Focus is on songs/calls of nesting birds in a hardwood forest as well as spring migrants. Hooded warbler is a target species. \nDIRECTIONS      Head south from Minneapolis on 35W. Take Exit 2 for Burnsville Pkwy. Turn L on Burnsville Pkwy.\, go 2.1 miles. Turn right on Burnsville Pkwy W.\, go 1.6 miles. Continue straight ahead on Hanrehan Lake Blvd.\, go 1.1 miles. At the traffic circle take 2nd exit onto Murphy Lake Blvd.\, go 0.1 mile. Turn left into Park. Meet in parking lot.  44.724223\, -93.348243 \nREGISTRATION     None \nDIFFICULTY      Approximately 3+ miles on wide\, natural grass and dirt trails (some areas slightly rocky) with some moderate\, long hills. This is our longest and most challenging trip. Pit toilets available at main trailhead \nnear parking lot. \nLEADER     Bill Stjern\, norskestar@comcast.net 651- 458-1542
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/migrant-and-nesting-birds-murphy-hanrehan-park-reserve-2/
LOCATION:Murphy Hanrehan Park Reserve\, Savage\, MN\, 15501 Murphy Lake Blvd\, Savage\, MN\, 55378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20240507T180846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T181045Z
UID:10000323-1717833600-1717840800@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Nesting Areas and related happenings at the Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS)
DESCRIPTION:4761 Hamline Avenue North\, Arden Hills\, MN \nJune begins summer when territories generally are all set and families are busily growing. In contrast to migration style bird watching\, we move to different habitats where the breeding territories are located. We will be birding in a guided car caravan\, stopping at choice locations. The site has lots of prairie and wooded edges for us to explore for their birding potential. \nDIRECTIONS     Enter the AHATS campus on the Hamline Ave extension just north of MN Hwy 96. Turn left (west) on to Ben Franklin St; immediately take first right into parking area; immediately take another right hand turn onto short driveway leading to front (east side) of building. Park near the entry doors of 4761 Hamline Ave N.\, Arden Hills\, MN. We will gather in the parking lot. 45.084303078802584\, -93.15795346045763    \nINFORMATION     The site has restricted access.  Be prepared to ride in a car caravan with 4 individuals per vehicle. All caravan vehicles will enter and exit the property together. \nREGISTRATION     Registration required. Attendance is limited to 20 adults on a first reply\, first served basis. Email Chase Davies ( RockyBirder@gmail.com)  your mobile phone number with the names of individuals in your party. PLEASE report any changes in numbers as soon as learned so Wait Listed hopefuls can enjoy this opportunity. \nDIFFICULTY     Ride in car caravan\, get in and out of vehicles\, walk short distances from vehicles in car caravan. Outdoor toilets are very widely spaced across the site. \nLEADERS:     Mary Lee\, AHATS Envir. Protection Specialist        Chase Davies 651-246- 9754  RockyBirder@gmail.com       Greg Burnes
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/nesting-areas-and-related-happenings-at-the-arden-hills-army-training-site-ahats-2/
LOCATION:Arden Hills Army Training Site\, 4761 Hamline Avenue North\, Arden Hills\, MN\, 55112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240616T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240616T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20230328T015637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T161949Z
UID:10000209-1718524800-1718532000@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Carpenter Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:12805 St. Croix Trail S.\, Hastings\, MN 55003  \nSunday\, June 16\, 8-10 AM  \nCarpenter is a beautiful nature park on a bluff overlooking the St. Croix River. We will explore a variety of habitats looking for late migratory warblers and summer residents\, and adapt our route based on conditions and what is being seen in the park. \nDIRECTIONS     From St Paul\, take US-10 E/US-61 S to 120th St S in Cottage Grove. Turn left onto 120th St S\, go .7 mi \, 120th St S turns right and becomes Morgan Ave S\, go 0.2 mi. Turn left onto 122nd St S\, go 1.5 mi. Turn right onto St Croix Scenic Bywy/St Croix Trail S\, go 0.5 mi. Turn left\, go 0.2 mi. Meet at the Visitor Center. 44.767646\, -92.814577    Note: Google Maps will route you to a nearby field\, not to the meeting site. \nINFORMATION     Please bring your binoculars and bird book. If you need binoculars\, email Greg before the trip and he will bring an extra pair for you. \nRESGISTRATION     None \nDIFFICULTY     The paths are either paved or wood chip with moderate hills. About 1.5 miles. \nLEADER      Greg Burnes  gburnes@comcast.net  612-205-3071 and Jessie Eckroad Jessie@carpenternaturecenter.org \n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/carpenter-nature-center/
LOCATION:Carpenter Nature Center 12805 St. Croix trails S\, Hastings MN\, 12805 St. Croix Trails S.\, Hastings\, MN\, 55003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20240613T211902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T211951Z
UID:10000335-1719558000-1719567000@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Bobolinks at Battle Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:The Battle Creek Grassland is a critical nesting area which we have been working to preserve.  It is next to Battle Creek Park\, managed by Corrections\, with restricted public access.  Contingent on Corrections approval\, we will carpool from the park into a restricted area where we hope to hear and see Bobolinks\, Henslow’s Sparrows and other grassland birds. One way to prep for this walk is to watch  From Bobolinks to Blue Jays – Bird at Battle Creek    This trip is offered in collaboration with  Friends of Maplewood Nature \nDIRECTIONS    Meet in the South Battle Creek parking lot. From I-94 E take exit 246B for McKnight Rd S.\, go 0.2 mi. Merge onto McKnight Rd S\, go 1.2 mi.  Turn left (east) onto Lower Afton\, go 0.2 mile\, turn left into the South Battle Creek Parking lot. 44.933382\, -92.999838   ATTN: Details for this trip may change. Check SPAS website before attending. \nINFORMATION     Venue website: https://www.ramseycounty.us/residents/parks-recreation/parks-trails/find-park/battle-creek-regional-park   \nREGISTRATION     None \nDIFFICULTY     Contingent on Corrections approval to carpool\, this will be an easy walk on a flat unpaved trail.  Porta-potty at the parking lot in Battle creek Park. \nLEADER    John Zakelj  jzakelj@yahoo.com
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/bobolinks-at-battle-creek-park/
LOCATION:Battle Creek Park – South Battle Creek Parking Lot\, 2301 Lower Afton Rd\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20240530T225806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T225934Z
UID:10000333-1720259100-1720274400@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Annual AHATS Butterfly Count Returns on July 6
DESCRIPTION:Bob Dunlap will lead Saint Paul Audubon’s annual butterfly count on Saturday\, July 6\, from 9:45 to 2:00 PM at Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS). \nRegistration is required: To register\, follow this link:  AHATS Butterfly Count Registration 2024    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScsyqILZVrzbEfe9EtrUPcr30bp_5MoRYwVGctlJw14_v_thQ/viewform?pli=1 . Registration will remain open through Wednesday\, July 3. A map and other information will be emailed to participants in the days prior to the count. Registrants will be contacted if weather causes a last-minute change of plans. This annual event is part of the July 4th Butterfly Count coordinated by the North American Butterfly Association (NABA) Saint Paul Audubon pays the NABA count fees\, so the count at AHATS is free to all participants. \nHow to get there: Registered participants will meet in the parking lot at the AHATS Arden Hills Readiness Center\, 4761 Hamline Avenue North\, just north of Highway 96. Drive through the AHATS gate to the Readiness Center\, the first building on the left after you enter the training site. Restrooms are available in the Readiness Center. \nDuring the count: We will carpool to the various sites. Mary Lee\, the Environmental Protection Specialist for the National Guard\, will again be our great host and tour leader. \nUseful Information to Help You Prepare:  \n\nnaba.org The official website of the North American Butterfly Association. Find everything to do with these beloved insects: membership options\, magazine PDFs\, gardening information\, checklists\, regional information\, beautiful photos.\nA great source of information about butterflies. wisconsinbutterflies.org  An excellent site with species accounts and range maps of all butterflies encountered in Wisconsin; the vast majority of these species are also found in Minnesota.\ninaturalist.org A community science hub for submitting and exploring observations of organisms throughout the world. Over 35\,000 observations of butterflies in Minnesota have been submitted to iNaturalist!\n\nWhat to Bring and Wear: Be sure to bring plenty of cool drinks\, snacks\, and a bag lunch. A wide-brimmed hat\, lightweight long pants\, long-sleeved shirt (for protection from ticks\, sun\, and sharp grasses)\, sunscreen\, high socks\, old sneakers or rubber boots for bog-tromping\, and insect repellent are recommended. Binoculars\, a camera\, and a butterfly field guide are recommended but not required. \nRecommended Butterfly Field Guides: \n\nButterflies through Binoculars: The East\, A Field Guide to the Butterflies of Eastern North America by Jeffrey Glassberg\nKaufman Field Guide to Butterflies of North America\, by Jim P. Brock and Kenn Kaufman
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/annual-ahats-butterfly-count-returns-on-july-6/
LOCATION:Arden Hills Army Training Site\, 4761 Hamline Avenue North\, Arden Hills\, MN\, 55112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20240921T221525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T221637Z
UID:10000343-1728118800-1728126000@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Swede Hollow Park – Birding in the Heart of St. Paul 
DESCRIPTION:622 Beaumont St\, St Paul\, MN 55130                                                                                 \nSt. Paul Audubon Society joins with Friends of Swede Hollow and Friends of the Parks and Trails of St. Paul and Ramsey County  to offer a fall migration birding experience in the heart of St. Paul. Come learn about the history of the site and see what fall migrants might be passing through the Hollow. Those who do not want to walk the route can bring a folding chair and join Kiki Sonnen for a “bird sit” opportunity at the meeting spot. \nINFORMATION      Bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. A limited number of binoculars are available to borrow. \nDIRECTIONS    Meet at the entrance to Drewry Tunnel at Swede Hollow Park across from 622 Beaumont St. East\, St. Paul 55130.  44.961473\, -93.074421 Off-street parking available at the Hope Community Academy (located in the old Hamm’s Brewery Building) at 720 Payne Ave\, St. Paul 55130 \nREGISTRATION    None \nDIFFICULTY     Approximately 1.5 miles on rolling paved paths. Mostly flat\, with a short\, moderate decline at the start and incline at the end. No toilet on site. \nLEADER/S     Kathy Sidles 651-233-6804   kesid@aol.com   and   Kiki Sonnen \n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/swede-hollow-park-birding-in-the-heart-of-st-paul-2/
LOCATION:Swede Hollow Park\, 622 Beaumont Street\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260101T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20251208T181225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T194902Z
UID:10000397-1767265200-1767276000@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Happy New Year - In the Company of Eagles
DESCRIPTION:Welcome in the New Year by watching the Eagles at Kap’osia Park in South St. Paul\, Thursday\, January 1\, from 11 am to 2 pm. \nYou are invited to bring in the New Year in the company of over-wintering Bald Eagles. This section of the Mississippi River main channel has open water\, not iced over. Eagles\, gulls\, and waterfowl can be expected. We will learn about the history of Kap’osia Landing. We will discuss scientific information about Eagles and share stories of mystical connections with them. Bring your stories of Eagles to share. \nLocation: Kaposia Landing Park\, 800 Bryant Avenue\, South St. Paul\, MN. 55075 \nDirections: Meet at the South end of the parking lot. There is ample parking at the park. \nDifficulty: We will be staying on level\, paved paths. We cannot guarantee the paths will be shoveled. We will stay within a half mile or so from the parking lot. \nInformation: Loaner binoculars and field guides will be available for your use. We hope to have spotting scopes to use too. Dress for the weather and wear boots\, hats\, and mittens. It’s always colder and windier by the River. Port-a-potties are on site. \nLeader: Kiki Sonnen  Kikisonnen@gmail.com
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/ring-in-the-new-year-in-the-company-of-eagles/
LOCATION:Kaposia Landing Park\, 800 Bryant Avenue\, South St. Paul\, MN. 55075\, 800 Bryant Avenue\, South Saint Paul\, 55075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20251208T223953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T230029Z
UID:10000398-1767780000-1767790800@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:National Bird Day At The Refuge
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to celebrate National Bird Day by visiting the bird feeders with us at the Minnesota River Valley National Wildlife Refuge’s Visitor Center on Wednesday\, January 7. We’ll be there from 10 am to 1 pm. The Visitor Center has a great bird feeder system\, which attracts most of our winter feeder birds. Cardinals\, chickadees\, juncos\, sparrows\, woodpeckers\, and wild turkeys are expected. You can bring a camp stool to sit outside\, watch the birds\, and take in the scenery. Or you can go inside the warm\, welcoming Visitor Center and view the birds through the picture window (note the bird-safe glass). Consider bringing your sketchbook along for added entertainment. \nLocation: The Minnesota River Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center is located at 3815 American Boulevard E.\, Bloomington\, MN 55425. \nDirections: Meet at the Visitor Center. There is ample parking in the Visitor Center parking lot. \nDifficulty: The Visitor Center and the viewing area by the feeders are ADA-compliant. The sidewalks are paved and level. They should be cleared of ice and snow if the weather cooperates. \nInformation: Loaner binoculars and field guides will be available for your use. Dress for the weather. Even if you plan on staying inside the Visitor Center\, it’s always nice to have warm footwear\, hats\, and mittens for the transition from outdoors to indoors. The Visitor Center also has gifts for sale\, taxidermied creatures\, interpretive info on Minnesota wildlife\, and river and forest habitats. Plus the Center has public restrooms. \nLeader: Kiki Sonnen Kikisonnen@gmail.com
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/national-bird-day-at-the-refuge/
LOCATION:MN Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center\, 3815 American Boulevard\, East Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, East Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20260108T180457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T180457Z
UID:10000409-1770980400-1770985800@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:National Great Backyard Bird Count Day - MRVNWR
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to celebrate Great Backyard Bird Count Day by visiting the bird feeders with us at the Minnesota River Valley National Wildlife Refuge’s Visitor Center on Friday\, February 13. We’ll be there from 11 am to 12:30 pm. \nThe Visitor Center has a robust bird feeder system that attracts most of our winter feeder birds. Cardinals\, chickadees\, juncos\, sparrows\, woodpeckers\, and wild turkeys are expected. You can bring a camp stool to sit outside\, watch the birds\, and take in the scenery. Or you can go inside the warm\, welcoming Visitor Center and view the birds through the picture window (note the bird-safe glass). Consider bringing your sketchbook along for added entertainment. \nLocation: The Minnesota River Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center is located at 3815 American Boulevard E.\, Bloomington\, MN 55425. \nDirections: Meet at the Visitor Center. There is ample parking in the Visitor Center parking lot. \nDifficulty: The Visitor Center and the viewing area by the feeders are ADA-compliant. The sidewalks are paved and level. They should be cleared of ice and snow if the weather cooperates. \nInformation: Loaner binoculars and field guides will be available for your use. Dress for the weather. Even if you plan on staying inside the Visitor Center\, it’s always nice to have warm footwear\, hats\, and mittens for the transition from outdoors to indoors. The Visitor Center also has gifts for sale\, taxidermied creatures\, interpretive info on Minnesota wildlife\, and river and forest habitats. Plus the Center has public restrooms. \nLeader: Kiki Sonnen Kikisonnen@gmail.com
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/great-backyard-bird-count-2/
LOCATION:MN Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center\, 3815 American Boulevard\, East Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, East Bloomington\, MN\, 55425\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20260108T180858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T195835Z
UID:10000410-1771320600-1771327800@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Lunar New Year Snow Tracks & Winter Walk
DESCRIPTION:Location: Pig’s Eye Chokan Tanka Park\, 2165 Pigs Eye Lake Road\, St. Paul 55119 \nCome celebrate the Lunar New Year by looking at animal tracks in the snow at Pig’s Eye Chôkan Tanka Park. This year’s Lunar Year highlights the Fire Horse. Not sure we will find horse tracks\, but maybe we will see deer\, coyote\, vole\, and bird tracks. Perhaps we will see signs in the snow of a Northern Shrike snatching a mouse! We’ll hold the event even if a warmup arrives and melts all the snow. Then we will look for tracks in the mud! The habitat at Pig’s Eye is grassland\, wetlands\, floodplain forest\, and waterways of Battle Creek and Pig’s Eye Lake. \n\nINFORMATION: Bring binoculars\, a camera phone\, a field guide\, a sketch pad & pencil\, if you can. We will have loaner binoculars and field guides available. Dress for the weather: hats\, mittens\, a scarf\, and waterproof snow boots are advised. The closest facility is port-a-potty at the nearby Wood Chipper operation. \nDIRECTIONS: If you are coming to this park for the first time\, please reach out to trip leaders for more detailed instructions. The Warner Road / Childs Lake Road / Pigs Eye Lake Road intersections are a bit challenging. Meet in the parking lot at the far end of the entrance road from the sign Pig’s Eye Chôkan Tanka Park. \nREGISTRATION: None \nEVENT WILL BE CANCELED IF Blizzard conditions and / or windchill temperatures below -25 are predicted. \nDIFFICULTY:  We will be walking on a snow-packed trail for a mile in and a mile out. The trail is fairly flat\, with slow dip in grade on the approach to and from the concrete bridge over the creek. The trail may be icy depending on weather conditions. \nLEADERS: Kiki Sonnen  kikisonnen@gmail.com \nAnd Kathy Sidles kesid@aol.com \n\n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/lunar-new-year-snow-tracks-winter-walk/
LOCATION:Pig’s Eye Regional Park\, 2165 Pigs Eye Lake Road\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20260213T142816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T142816Z
UID:10000418-1772530200-1772537400@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Birding & Tracking on World Wildlife Day
DESCRIPTION:Location: Pig’s Eye Chokan Tanka Park\, 2165 Pigs Eye Lake Road\, St. Paul 55119 \nCome celebrate World Wildlife Day by looking at animal tracks in the snow at Pig’s Eye Chôkan Tanka Park. We may see deer\, coyote\, vole\, and bird tracks. Perhaps we will see signs in the snow of a Northern Shrike snatching a mouse! We’ll hold the event even if a warmup arrives and melts all the snow. Then we will look for tracks in the mud! The habitat at Pig’s Eye is grassland\, wetlands\, floodplain forest\, and waterways of Battle Creek and Pig’s Eye Lake. \n\nINFORMATION: Bring binoculars\, a camera phone\, a field guide\, a sketch pad & pencil\, if you can. We will have loaner binoculars and field guides available. Dress for the weather: hats\, mittens\, a scarf\, and waterproof snow boots are advised. The closest facility is port-a-potty at the nearby Wood Chipper operation. \nDIRECTIONS: If you are coming to this park for the first time\, please reach out to trip leaders for more detailed instructions. The Warner Road / Childs Lake Road / Pigs Eye Lake Road intersections are a bit challenging. Meet in the parking lot at the far end of the entrance road from the sign Pig’s Eye Chôkan Tanka Park. \nREGISTRATION: None \nEVENT WILL BE CANCELED IF Blizzard conditions and / or windchill temperatures below -25 are predicted. \nDIFFICULTY:  We will be walking on a snow-packed trail for a mile in and a mile out. The trail is fairly flat\, with slow dip in grade on the approach to and from the concrete bridge over the creek. The trail may be icy depending on weather conditions. \nLEADERS: Kiki Sonnen  kikisonnen@gmail.com \nAnd Kathy Sidles kesid@aol.com \n\n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/birding-tracking-world-wildlife-day/
LOCATION:Pig’s Eye Regional Park\, 2165 Pigs Eye Lake Road\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20260213T143607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T135001Z
UID:10000421-1774085400-1774092600@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Welcome Herons on the Spring Equinox
DESCRIPTION:Location: Pig’s Eye Chokan Tanka Park\, 2165 Pigs Eye Lake Road\, St. Paul 55119 \nCome celebrate the return of Herons at Pigs Eye. \n\nINFORMATION: Bring binoculars\, a camera phone\, a field guide\, a sketch pad & pencil\, if you can. We will have loaner binoculars and field guides available. Dress for the weather: hats\, mittens\, a scarf\, and waterproof snow boots are advised. The closest facility is a porta-potty at the nearby Wood Chipper operation. \nDIRECTIONS: If you are coming to this park for the first time\, please reach out to the trip leaders for more detailed instructions. The Warner Road / Childs Lake Road / Pigs Eye Lake Road intersections are a bit challenging. Meet in the parking lot at the far end of the entrance road from the sign Pig’s Eye Chôkan Tanka Park. \nREGISTRATION: None \nACCESSIBILITY:  We will be walking on a snow-packed trail for a mile in and a mile out. The trail is fairly flat\, with slow dip in grade on the approach to and from the concrete bridge over the creek. The trail may be icy depending on weather conditions. \nLEADERS: Kiki Sonnen  kikisonnen@gmail.com \nAnd Kathy Sidles kesid@aol.com \n\nPhoto – Audubon Library Jerry Waters
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/welcome-herons-spring-equinox/
LOCATION:Pig’s Eye Regional Park\, 2165 Pigs Eye Lake Road\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20260303T002709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T135402Z
UID:10000432-1776283200-1776290400@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Nights with Woodcocks at AHATS
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Nights with Woodcocks at Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) I\n\nWednesday\, April 15 and 22 (attend one or both) @ 8:00 pm – 10 pm\n\n\n4761 Hamline Ave N.\, Arden Hills\, MN \nThe Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) is a 2\,370-acre military training area for the Minnesota National Guard and the Minnesota Department of Military Affairs. Its vast area and variety of habitats are also used for environmental and wildlife conservation programs. Over 170 species of birds have been recorded at the site. \nSpring American Woodcock courtship display flights are wonderful to behold. The Woodcocks like wet meadows and open woods. The AHATS habitats host breeding Woodcocks each year. So we hope your trip is exciting and very rewarding. We will park in the main parking lot and walk a little over 1/2 mile or so on the gravel road. We’ll stop whenever we hear the Woodcocks making their “Peent!” call. Or when we see them making their whirligig flight into the night sky. \n\n\nDIRECTIONS: Enter the AHATS campus on the Hamline Ave extension just north of MN Hwy 96. Stay on the Hamline extension to the main building at 4761 Hamline Avenue N. The site has restricted access. You will drive through an automated gate and proceed to the main parking lot of the main building on site. \nINFORMATION:  We’ll park in the lot and gather for a short orientation. Then we will walk along a gravel road. There is a slight incline. Bring Bright flashlights if you like. Laser point lights may also be used. But keep the lights out of people’s faces. Children of all ages are welcome. No dogs please. Dress for the weather. Loner binoculars will be available. \nREGISTRATION:  Registration not required. \nACCESSIBILITY:  We will be walking 1 to 1.5 miles round-trip on a gravel road. There is a slight incline. An outdoor porta-potty is on site at around the halfway point. \nLEADERS:    Mary Lee\, AHATS Environmental Protection Specialist & Kiki Sonnen\, kikisonnen@gmail.com\, Saint Paul Bird Alliance President \nPhoto: Jianbo Fei/Audubon Photography Awards
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/wednesday-nights-with-woodcocks-at-ahats-1/
LOCATION:Arden Hills Army Training Site\, 4761 Hamline Avenue North\, Arden Hills\, MN\, 55112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Field Trip,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20260303T003456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T135558Z
UID:10000433-1776888000-1776895200@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Nights with Woodcocks at AHATS
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Nights with Woodcocks at Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) I\n\nWednesday\, April 15 and 22 (attend one or both) @ 8:00 pm – 10 pm\n\n\n4761 Hamline Ave N.\, Arden Hills\, MN \nThe Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) is a 2\,370-acre military training area for the Minnesota National Guard and the Minnesota Department of Military Affairs. Its vast area and variety of habitats are also used for environmental and wildlife conservation programs. Over 170 species of birds have been recorded at the site. \nSpring American Woodcock courtship display flights are wonderful to behold. The Woodcocks like wet meadows and open woods. The AHATS habitats host breeding Woodcocks each year. So we hope your trip is exciting and very rewarding. We will park in the main parking lot and walk a little over 1/2 mile or so on the gravel road. We’ll stop whenever we hear the Woodcocks making their “Peent!” call. Or when we see them making their whirligig flight into the night sky. \n\n\nDIRECTIONS: Enter the AHATS campus on the Hamline Ave extension just north of MN Hwy 96. Stay on the Hamline extension to the main building at 4761 Hamline Avenue N. The site has restricted access. You will drive through an automated gate and proceed to the main parking lot of the main building on site. \nINFORMATION:  We’ll park in the lot and gather for a short orientation. Then we will walk along a gravel road. There is a slight incline. Bring Bright flashlights if you like. Laser point lights may be used too. But keep the lights out of people’s faces. Children of all ages are welcome. No dogs please. Dress for the weather. Loner binoculars will be available. \nREGISTRATION:  Registration not required. \nACCESSIBILITY: We will be walking 1 to 1.5 miles round-trip on a gravel road. There is a slight incline. An outdoor porta-potty is on site at around the halfway point. \nLEADERS:    Mary Lee\, AHATS Environmental Protection Specialist & Kiki Sonnen\, kikisonnen@gmail.com\, Saint Paul Bird Alliance President \nPhoto: Vincent Iadevaia/Audubon Photography Awards
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/wednesday-nights-with-woodcocks-at-ahats/
LOCATION:Arden Hills Army Training Site\, 4761 Hamline Avenue North\, Arden Hills\, MN\, 55112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Field Trip,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T184357
CREATED:20260404T133651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T133651Z
UID:10000441-1784448000-1784453400@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
SUMMARY:Birds and Trees
DESCRIPTION:Langton Lake Park\, 1950 County Rd. C2 W\, Roseville\, MN  55113 \nJoin us for a stroll at Langton Lake Park to observe and identify birds and trees\, and consider their interactions. \nDIRECTIONS: Meet at the parking lot on County Road C2 on the west side of the lake. 45.027451\, -93.183333 \nINFORMATION:    Bring binoculars\, bird guide\, and a tree guide if you have them. \nREGISTRATION:    None required \nDIFFICULTY:    Paved paths\, mostly level\, approximately 1 mile \nLEADERS:          Kathy Robbins 651-636-6475 Kathyrobbins2025@gmail.com and Cathy Croghan
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/birds-and-trees-2026/
LOCATION:Langton Lake Park – West Parking Lot\, 1950 County Rd. C2 W\, Roseville\, 55113
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Field Trip
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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