Migrant and Nesting Birds Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve

Murphy Hanrehan Park Reserve, Savage, MN 15501 Murphy Lake Blvd, Savage, MN, United States

15501 Murphy Lake Blvd, Savage, MN 55378 Thursday, May 16, 7-10 AM One 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. DIRECTIONS      Head south from Minneapolis on 35W. Take Exit 2 for […]

Birds & Bugs Sketch Fest

FrogTown Park & Farm, 946 W. Minnehaha, St. Paul 946 W. Minnehaha, Saint Paul, United States

Join urban sketchers to watch and draw birds and insects.  Bring your art materials or use the ones that we will supply.  This is a beautiful way to slow down and observe the incredible nature around us.  The event is family-friendly, and all skill levels are welcome.  More information is available at www.frogtowngreen.com - 651-757-5970 […]

Birdie Big Year: Elevating Women Birders with Tiffany Kersten

Carpenter Nature Center 12805 St. Croix trails S, Hastings MN 12805 St. Croix Trails S., Hastings, MN, United States

Presented by Tiffany Kersten, 2021 Big Year record holder and professional bird guide. Tiffany Kersten didn’t set out to do a Big Year, but after a series of unanticipated and serendipitous events, she suddenly found herself amidst one. As a sexual assault survivor, she spent 2021 traveling to all corners of the Lower 48 States, […]

Birds and Beers Saint Paul!

Sweeney's Saloon 96 Dale St N, Saint Paul, MN, United States

A monthly gathering to meet other birders and talk about birds! We gather in the Ashland Room at Sweeney's Saloon to visit over a meal and beverages.

Bike & Bird – Samuel H. Morgan Regional Trail

Upper Landing Park 226 Spring St, St Paul, MN, United States

Our Bike & Bird roster is growing! This year there will be 3 Friday morning trips (May 31, June 14, June 28) and  5 Sunday morning trips (June 2, June 23, July 14, August 4, September 15) - All led by Sherry Gray. Friday, May 31: Samuel H. Morgan Regional Trail (https://www.traillink.com/trail/samuel-h-morgan-regional-trail/) from Upper Landing […]

Landscape Revival | Lake Elmo

5825 Kelvin Ave N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042 5825 Kelvin Ave N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042, Lake Elmo, United States

Market: Purchase MN native plants from multiple growers. No systemic insecticides. Expo: Learn to select and grow native plants for pollinators, wildlife, and water quality. Visit with educators and experts from conservation and environmental organizations. Get your landscaping questions answered. 9am-1pm + Food Truck 2024 Landscape Revival Growers/Vendors 2024 Landscape Revival Exhibitors  

Nesting Areas and related happenings at the Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS)

Arden Hills Army Training Site 4761 Hamline Avenue North, Arden Hills, MN, United States

4761 Hamline Avenue North, Arden Hills, MN June 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 […]

Bike & Bird – Rice Creek Chain of Lakes

Wargo Nature Center 7701 Main St, Lino Lakes, MN 55038, Lino Lakes, United States

Our Bike & Bird roster is growing! This year there will be 3 Friday morning trips (May 31, June 14, June 28) and  5 Sunday morning trips (June 2, June 23, July 14, August 4, September 15) - All led by Sherry Gray. June 14: Rice Creek Chain of Lakes, start will be at Wargo […]

Carpenter Nature Center

Carpenter Nature Center 12805 St. Croix trails S, Hastings MN 12805 St. Croix Trails S., Hastings, MN, United States

12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55003 Sunday, June 16, 8-10 AM Carpenter 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 […]

Birds and Beers Saint Paul!

Sweeney's Saloon 96 Dale St N, Saint Paul, MN, United States

A monthly gathering to meet other birders and talk about birds! We gather in the Ashland Room at Sweeney's Saloon to visit over a meal and beverages.

Bobolinks at Battle Creek Park

Battle Creek Park - South Battle Creek Parking Lot 2301 Lower Afton Rd, Saint Paul, MN, United States

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 […]

Annual AHATS Butterfly Count Returns on July 6

Arden Hills Army Training Site 4761 Hamline Avenue North, Arden Hills, MN, United States

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). Registration 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 […]