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SUMMARY:Bruce Vento Trail Birding
DESCRIPTION:1301 Arlington Ave. E   St. Paul\, MN 55106 \n Saint Paul Bird Alliance joins with Friends of Swede Hollow and Friends of the Parks and Trails of St. Paul and Ramsey County to offer this opportunity to stroll along a portion of the Bruce Vento Regional Trail. Learn the history of the land and the Trail\, and the current efforts to save this important corridor from transit development. Along the way\, we’ll look for some summer birds. Beginners are most welcome. \nINFORMATION: Bring binoculars if you have them. A limited number of binoculars are available to borrow. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Water and bug spray advised. \nDIRECTIONS: Meet at the Bergeron Pass Marker at 44.984910\, -93.045536\, on the corner of English St. and Arlington Ave. Street\, parking available along the east side of English St. \nREGISTRATION: None. \nDIFFICULTY: Level pathway with both paved and natural surfaces. Route approximately 1.5 miles. No toilet. \nLEADER     Cathy Croghan and Kathy Sidles 651-233-6804  Kesid@aol.com
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/bruce-vento-trail-birding/
LOCATION:Bergeron Pass Marker\, 1301 Arlington Ave E\, St Paul\, 55106
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T090000
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SUMMARY:Fall Migrants and Grassland Goldenrod at Battle Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 5\, 9 – 11 am\nBattle Creek Park \nThe Battle Creek Grassland is a critical nesting area that we have been working to preserve.  It is next to Battle Creek Park\, managed by Corrections\, with restricted public access.  We will hike on park trails along the western and northern edges 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.  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\, 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 \nINFORMATION:  Venue website: https://www.ramseycounty.us/residents/parks-recreation/parks-trails/find-park/battle-creek-regional-park   \nREGISTRATION: None \nACCESSIBILITY: Approximately 1-mile hike on a gently rolling\, paved trail.  For one 1/4 mile section\, participants can choose to stay on the paved trail or take a side trail that is hilly and grassy.  Porta-potty at the parking lot. \nLEADERS:  John Zakelj  jzakelj@yahoo.com  and  Kathy Janis \nPhoto Credit: John Zakelj \n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/fall-migrants-and-grassland-goldenrod-at-battle-creek-park-2/
LOCATION:Battle Creek Park – South Battle Creek Parking Lot\, 2301 Lower Afton Rd\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55119\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Swede Hollow Park – Birding in the Heart of St. Paul 
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 19 – 9am – 11am\n622 Beaumont St\, St Paul\, MN 55130                                                                                 \nSaint Paul Bird Alliance joins with Friends of Swede Hollow and Friends of the Parks and Trails of St. Paul and Ramsey County  to offer a great birding experience in the heart of St. Paul. Come learn about the history of the site and see what fall migrants pass through the Hollow. Those who want to track birds at Mike’s feeders are welcome to bring a folding chair and join Kiki Sonnen for a “bird sit” opportunity at the meeting spot. You might want to bring your art supplies and try sketching the scene. \nINFORMATION:  Loaner binoculars and field guides will be available for your use. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. No restrooms on site. \nDIRECTIONS :   Meet at the entrance to the Drewry Tunnel at Swede Hollow Park across from 622 Beaumont St. East\, St. Paul 55130.  44.961473\, -93.074421 On street parking is available. Parking is also available at the Hope Community Academy parking lot at the end of Beaumont Street. \nREGISTRATION: None \nACCESSIBILITY: Approximately 1.5 miles on rolling paved paths. Mostly level\, but the route through the Drewry Tunnel has a short\, steep decline going into the park and steep incline as you come out of the park. No Restrooms \nLEADERS   Kathy Sidles 651-233-6804   kesid@aol.com
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/swede-hollow-park-birding-in-the-heart-of-st-paul-3/
LOCATION:Swede Hollow Park\, 622 Beaumont Street\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Sandhill Cranes at Crex Meadows SWA
DESCRIPTION:102 E. Crex Ave.\, Grantsburg\, WI \nTuesday\, October 20\, 4:00 ~ 8:15 PM   \nSince historic times\, Greater Sandhill Cranes have congregated by the thousands every autumn evening in the marshes and ponds now called Crex Meadows SWA\, located on the north side of Grantsburg\, WI. People likewise gather to witness seemingly never-ending strands and haunting sounds as the birds seek and settle into shelter for the night. Perhaps this is your year to experience anew or again this enduring ritual. Introductory remarks and instructions will begin at 4 p.m. in the parking lot of the Visitor Center at Crex Meadow State Wildlife Area in Grantsburg WI. Destination(s) chosen will depend on CMSWA staff information\, recent main roost areas\, number of cars in the caravan\, and current weather. Most likely either roost sites in Crex Meadows or at Fish Lake will be the general area. \nDIRECTIONS:  Take I-35 North to the Rock Creek/ Grantsburg Exit #165 (Highway 70)\, approximately 34 miles from Forest Lake. Take exit 165\, turn right (EAST) on Highway 70\, go 15 miles to the stop light in Grantsburg\, WI. Turn left (NORTH) onto Pine Street. Follow the goose signs through town to the Visitor Center\, located on the NE corner of the junction of County Road D and County Road F. Park and meet in the parking lot. 45.796350\, -92.680483 \nINSTRUCTIONS:    Bring binoculars and a scope if possible.  Dress for cooling temperatures during the evening. Consider bug repellent\, sunscreen\, water\, car supper or snack. Group will gather in the parking lot for basic information from the leaders\, with Q&A. Departure time from the parking lot depends more on weather than conversation. We will caravan from the parking lot and depart as one group at the end of the evening. If the destination is in Crex Meadows SWA\, carpooling will be strongly encouraged; if the destination is Fish Lake SWA\, all will drive separately. \nREGISTRATION:   Register with Louise Eidsmoe 651-231- 0453 louise.eidsmoe@gmail.com \nACCESSIBILITY:    Viewing can be improved somewhat by walking the road slowly\, staying close beside the cars\, so as not to spook the cranes. Primarily a car caravan with some short walks along road. NOTE: Modern restrooms are located in the Visitors Center (715-463-2896) which has limited hours in October. \nLEADERS:  Louise Eidsmoe 651-231-0453 louise.eidsmoe@gmail.com   Chase Davies 651-246-9754 RockyBirder@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/sandhill-cranes-at-crex-meadows-swa-2/
LOCATION:Crex Meadows SWA\, 102 E Crex Ave\, Grantsburg\, 54840
CATEGORIES:Birding,Field Trip
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SUMMARY:2026 Saint Paul Bird Alliance Winter Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:2026 Saint Paul Alliance Winter Bird Count\nThe St Paul Bird Alliance’s Christmas Bird Count is on Saturday\, December 19\, 2026. \nAnyone can participate\, even beginner birders! Over the past century\, volunteer observers\, ranging from experienced ornithologists to casual nature enthusiasts\, have collected data that allows researchers to study the long-term health and status of bird populations across North America.  \nThis family-friendly activity is a great way to explore Saint Paul’s natural areas while contributing to valuable scientific research. We encourage everyone to participate! \nContact us if you want to join\, and we will match you with an experienced area leader. You must contact us before Dec. 7 so we have time to link you to an area.  Contact Link \nYou can conduct a yard bird count at your home. If interested\, please contact us and provide your name and address. We will verify that your home is in our count circle and\, if it is\, send you information on how to participate in this important and fun event.  You must get in touch with us before Dec. 7.  Contact Link \nAfter the count\, we will be holding a post-count potluck dinner\, location to be determined.  The party begins at 6 pm. If possible\, bring a dish to share and your own beverage. We will have fun sharing our sightings and adventures of the day. More details will be available from your count leader.
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/2025-spba-winter-bird-count/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip,Special Event
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