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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
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230911T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230911T183000
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SUMMARY:Saint Paul Audubon Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Saint Paul Audubon Society board meetings are held at 5 pm on the first Monday of every month through June. \nIf the scheduled Monday falls on a holiday\, the meeting will be the following Monday.
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/saint-paul-audubon-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Roseville Library\, 2180 Hamline Ave N\, Roseville\, 55113
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T203000
DTSTAMP:20230906T154249Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Chapter Meeting | Stories from a "POC" Environmentalist
DESCRIPTION:Kao Thao\, Minnesota State Park Naturalist\, will present “Stories from a POC Environmentalist.”  \nKao believes that we\, as Minnesotans\, are fortunate to have abundant parks and wildlife spaces supported by some of the best environmental protection practices in the nation. In addition to telling stories of his own experiences as a person of color (POC) working as an environmentalist\, he will highlight how Minnesota’s increasing diversity is a strength that can continue to improve the enjoyment and protection of our environment. \nKao Thao graduated from the University of Minnesota with a combined degree in Computer Graphics and Fisheries/Wildlife. He says that being one of the few POC environmentalists in Minnesota has its rewards and challenges. “I was born in Laos during the Vietnam War and spent my first eight years living and running through the jungles before crossing the Mekong River to Thailand.” During these years\, I remember seeing how we depended on nature for survival. As a Park Naturalist in the late ’90s\, I was the first Southeast Asian Naturalist in the nation. Now\, I want all Minnesotans to understand how important it is to protect our planet’s limited resources and recruit more people of color to the outdoors. \nThe presentation will also be available via Zoom. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88921240287 \n 
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/monthly-chapter-meeting-stories-from-a-poc-environmentalist/
LOCATION:Aŋpétu Téča Education Center\, Roseville\, MN\, 1910 County B Road West\, Rm 207\, Roseville\, MN\, 55113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Chapter Meeting,Speaker Series
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T130000
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SUMMARY:Feathers & Fun: A Nature Day at Browns Creek!
DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate World Bird Migration Day together! Join us and Browns Creek Watershed District for a delightful community gathering on September 16\, from 10 am to 1 pm at Browns Creek Park. Dive into the wonders of nature with live snakes\, frogs\, turtles\, aquatic creatures\, and majestic raptors. Plus\, indulge in ice cream\, enjoy games\, and sway to the music. We can’t wait to see you there and share in the fun!
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/stillwater-bird-festival/
LOCATION:Brown’s Creek Park\, 8312 Neal Ave N\, Stillwater\, MN\, 55082\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230916T180000
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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:20230921T180000
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SUMMARY:Birds and Beers Saint Paul!
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://saintpaulbirdalliance.org/event/birds-and-beers-saint-paul-2/
LOCATION:Sweeney’s Saloon\, 96 Dale St N\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Bird Alliance":MAILTO:General@saintpaulbirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T080000
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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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