Field Trip Reports 2017
Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Nature Center
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, December 9, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk December 9, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk December 9, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle 2017
#1 Event: Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle 2017 Bird Count
Date & Time: Saturday, December 30, 2017 All Day
Place: Lakewood, Ohio vicinity and Rocky River Reservation trails, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070
Targeted Species: Winter Residents
Compiler: Nancy Howell
Notes: Watch the Western Cuyahoga Audubon Facebook Page for updates and details here: https://www.facebook.com/WCAudubon/
#2 Event: Christmas Bird Count Volunteer "Thank You" Dinner
Date & Time: Saturday, December 30, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070
Description: The Christmas Bird Count is free, but if you would like to make a donation to National Audubon Society to help in compiling the information which will be available electronically only, you may do so at our “thank you” dinner. A catered dinner will be held at the Rocky River Nature Center beginning at 6:00 p.m. that Saturday where we will tally the species and initial numbers. Questions? Contact Nancy Howell at 440-891-1710 (home) or 216-231-4600 ext. 3225 (work) or email Nancy for more information, to sign up for an area, or for further information about the “thank you” dinner.
Announcement: 118th Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle 2017
Report: Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle Report 2017 by Nancy Howell, Compiler
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, December 9, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk December 9, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk December 9, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle 2017
#1 Event: Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle 2017 Bird Count
Date & Time: Saturday, December 30, 2017 All Day
Place: Lakewood, Ohio vicinity and Rocky River Reservation trails, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070
Targeted Species: Winter Residents
Compiler: Nancy Howell
Notes: Watch the Western Cuyahoga Audubon Facebook Page for updates and details here: https://www.facebook.com/WCAudubon/
#2 Event: Christmas Bird Count Volunteer "Thank You" Dinner
Date & Time: Saturday, December 30, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070
Description: The Christmas Bird Count is free, but if you would like to make a donation to National Audubon Society to help in compiling the information which will be available electronically only, you may do so at our “thank you” dinner. A catered dinner will be held at the Rocky River Nature Center beginning at 6:00 p.m. that Saturday where we will tally the species and initial numbers. Questions? Contact Nancy Howell at 440-891-1710 (home) or 216-231-4600 ext. 3225 (work) or email Nancy for more information, to sign up for an area, or for further information about the “thank you” dinner.
Announcement: 118th Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle 2017
Report: Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle Report 2017 by Nancy Howell, Compiler
Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Nature Center
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, November 11, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk November 11, 2017
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk July 8, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Field Trip to Bradstreet's Landing
Event: Joint Field Trip with Kirtland Bird Club
Place: Bradstreet's Landing, 22400 Lake Rd, Rocky River, OH 44116 Map
Date & Time: Sunday, November 19, 2017 at 9 a.m.
Leaders: Various
Target Species: Waterfowl, Cave Swallows
Description: Bradstreet's Landing in Rocky River, Ohio offers easily accessible views of Lake Erie waterfowl. Grebes, loons, scaup, scoters have been seen here, as well as Cave Swallows. Depending on local sightings, we will either stay at Bradstreet's landing, or move to other nearby Lake Erie hotspots. Bradstreet's Landing is located at 22400 Lake Road, Rocky River, OH 44116.
Announcement: Joint Field Trip with Kirtland Bird Club at Bradstreet's Landing, Sunday, November 19, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Carlisle Equestrian Area, Lorain County Metro Parks March 2017 Report
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, November 11, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk November 11, 2017
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk July 8, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Field Trip to Bradstreet's Landing
Event: Joint Field Trip with Kirtland Bird Club
Place: Bradstreet's Landing, 22400 Lake Rd, Rocky River, OH 44116 Map
Date & Time: Sunday, November 19, 2017 at 9 a.m.
Leaders: Various
Target Species: Waterfowl, Cave Swallows
Description: Bradstreet's Landing in Rocky River, Ohio offers easily accessible views of Lake Erie waterfowl. Grebes, loons, scaup, scoters have been seen here, as well as Cave Swallows. Depending on local sightings, we will either stay at Bradstreet's landing, or move to other nearby Lake Erie hotspots. Bradstreet's Landing is located at 22400 Lake Road, Rocky River, OH 44116.
Announcement: Joint Field Trip with Kirtland Bird Club at Bradstreet's Landing, Sunday, November 19, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Carlisle Equestrian Area, Lorain County Metro Parks March 2017 Report
Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Nature Center
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, October 14, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk October 14, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk October 14, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Field Trip to Letha House Park and Spencer Lake
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Letha House Park and Spencer Lake
Date and Time: Sunday, October 15, 2017 at 9 a.m.
Leaders: Ken and Helen Ostermiller
Target Species: Sparrows and Finches
Description: Letha House Park and Spencer Lake have a nice variety of songbirds and waterfowl. Ken and Helen Ostermiller bird here often.
Announcement: Field Trip to Letha House Park and Spencer Lake Sunday, October 15, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Letha House Park, Medina County October 15, 2017 Report
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, October 14, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk October 14, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk October 14, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Field Trip to Letha House Park and Spencer Lake
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Letha House Park and Spencer Lake
Date and Time: Sunday, October 15, 2017 at 9 a.m.
Leaders: Ken and Helen Ostermiller
Target Species: Sparrows and Finches
Description: Letha House Park and Spencer Lake have a nice variety of songbirds and waterfowl. Ken and Helen Ostermiller bird here often.
Announcement: Field Trip to Letha House Park and Spencer Lake Sunday, October 15, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Letha House Park, Medina County October 15, 2017 Report
Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Nature Center
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, September 9, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: Birds are flowing south from Canada. Many species can be seen in September! The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk September 9, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk September 9, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Field Trip to Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip
Location: Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd, Bay Village, OH 44140 Map
Date & Time: Sunday, September 3, 2017 at 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Leader: Tim Jasinski
Target Species: Early Migrants
Description: Enjoy a walk through the woods, fields and beach at Cleveland Metroparks Huntington Reservation. Early migrants will be our focus, early warblers or maybe late shorebirds.
Announcement: Field Trip to Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, Sunday, September 3, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Lake Erie Nature and Science Center (LENSC) September 3, 2017 Report
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, September 9, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: Birds are flowing south from Canada. Many species can be seen in September! The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk September 9, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk September 9, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Field Trip to Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip
Location: Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd, Bay Village, OH 44140 Map
Date & Time: Sunday, September 3, 2017 at 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Leader: Tim Jasinski
Target Species: Early Migrants
Description: Enjoy a walk through the woods, fields and beach at Cleveland Metroparks Huntington Reservation. Early migrants will be our focus, early warblers or maybe late shorebirds.
Announcement: Field Trip to Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, Sunday, September 3, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Lake Erie Nature and Science Center (LENSC) September 3, 2017 Report
Field Trip to Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Event: Field Trip to Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Date & Time: Saturday, August 5, 2017 at 9 a.m.
Location: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, 14000 OH-2, Oak Harbor, OH 43449 Map
Target Species: Shorebirds and summer residents
Leader: Justin Woldt ** Registration required **
Instructions: Meet by the Ottawa Visitor Center for a bus or tram tour just for Western Cuyahoga Audubon. We hope to see shorebirds and summer residents, possibly in some non-public areas of the refuge. Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge is the only National Wildlife Refuge in Ohio. Registration is required because of the capacity of the bus or tram. E-mail or call Penny O’Connor, Field Trip Coordinator at [email protected] or (216)676-4859
Announcement: Field Trip to Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, Saturday, August 5, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Report August 5, 2017
Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Nature Center
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, August 12, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: Summer is ending and we may see a hint of the start of fall migration. The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk August 12, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk August 12, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Event: Backyard Biodiversity Bash
Date: Saturday, August 26, 2017
Time: 12:00pm Noon to 4:00pm
Location: Watershed Stewardship Center at West Creek Reservation, 2277 West Ridgewood Dr, Parma, OH 44134 Park Map. West Creek Reservation is located on Ridgewood Dr. in Parma, Ohio between State and Ridge Road Google Map.
Description: Your backyard can be a lively place with a few wild additions to your yard and garden! Learn how to improve your backyard habitat for wildlife while enjoying family-friendly learning stations, wagon rides, musical entertainment & food trucks. Shop for native plants at local nurseries and expand your gardening knowledge with members of LEAP for Biodiversity (Lake Erie Allegheny Partnership) and more.
Announcement: Backyard Biodiversity Bash, Saturday, August 26, 2017
Western Cuyahoga Audubon Backyard Biodiversity Bash Bird Walk Details
Species Focus: Typical midwest woodland and field species such as seasonal flocks of Red-winged Blackbirds (Agelaius phoeniceus) and August specialties of butterflies and dragonflies.
Bird Walk Leader: Tim Colborn
Date & Time: Sat Aug 26, 2017. Rain or shine.
Location: Watershed Stewardship Center at West Creek Reservation, 2277 West Ridgewood Dr, Parma, OH 44134.
Ages: 14 and under, must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian.
Report: Backyard Biodiversity Bash, Saturday, August 26, 2017 Report
Event: Field Trip to Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Date & Time: Saturday, August 5, 2017 at 9 a.m.
Location: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, 14000 OH-2, Oak Harbor, OH 43449 Map
Target Species: Shorebirds and summer residents
Leader: Justin Woldt ** Registration required **
Instructions: Meet by the Ottawa Visitor Center for a bus or tram tour just for Western Cuyahoga Audubon. We hope to see shorebirds and summer residents, possibly in some non-public areas of the refuge. Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge is the only National Wildlife Refuge in Ohio. Registration is required because of the capacity of the bus or tram. E-mail or call Penny O’Connor, Field Trip Coordinator at [email protected] or (216)676-4859
Announcement: Field Trip to Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, Saturday, August 5, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Report August 5, 2017
Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Nature Center
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, August 12, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: Summer is ending and we may see a hint of the start of fall migration. The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk August 12, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk August 12, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Event: Backyard Biodiversity Bash
Date: Saturday, August 26, 2017
Time: 12:00pm Noon to 4:00pm
Location: Watershed Stewardship Center at West Creek Reservation, 2277 West Ridgewood Dr, Parma, OH 44134 Park Map. West Creek Reservation is located on Ridgewood Dr. in Parma, Ohio between State and Ridge Road Google Map.
Description: Your backyard can be a lively place with a few wild additions to your yard and garden! Learn how to improve your backyard habitat for wildlife while enjoying family-friendly learning stations, wagon rides, musical entertainment & food trucks. Shop for native plants at local nurseries and expand your gardening knowledge with members of LEAP for Biodiversity (Lake Erie Allegheny Partnership) and more.
Announcement: Backyard Biodiversity Bash, Saturday, August 26, 2017
Western Cuyahoga Audubon Backyard Biodiversity Bash Bird Walk Details
Species Focus: Typical midwest woodland and field species such as seasonal flocks of Red-winged Blackbirds (Agelaius phoeniceus) and August specialties of butterflies and dragonflies.
Bird Walk Leader: Tim Colborn
Date & Time: Sat Aug 26, 2017. Rain or shine.
- Bird Walk #1 at 1pm. Meet at the Monarch Bluff Picnic Area/Pavilion at 12:45am. View Park Map.
- Bird Walk #2 at 2pm. Meet at the Monarch Bluff Picnic Area/Pavilion at 1:45pm. View Park Map.
Location: Watershed Stewardship Center at West Creek Reservation, 2277 West Ridgewood Dr, Parma, OH 44134.
Ages: 14 and under, must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian.
Report: Backyard Biodiversity Bash, Saturday, August 26, 2017 Report
Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Nature Center
Event Description: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, July 8, 2017 at 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: Birds are nesting in the Rocky River Valley. We will look for Baltimore Orioles and maybe a Hooded Warbler. The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk July 8, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk July 8, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Field Trip to Pine Tree Picnic Area
Event: Field Trip to Pine Tree Picnic Area, Sheffield Village OH
Date & Time: Sunday, July 16, 2017 at 8 a.m.
Leader: Erik Bruder
Target Species: Scarlet Tanager, orioles, vireos, flycatchers, nesting warblers
Description/Instructions: Pine Tree Picnic Area offers forest trails with a variety of colorful summer resident birds. It is located off French Creek Rd. in Sheffield Village in the French Creek Reservation, Lorain Metro Parks. We will meet at Shelter No. 1.
Announcement: Field Trip to Pine Tree Picnic Area, Sheffield Village Ohio, Sunday, July 16, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Pine Tree Picnic Area July 2017 Report
Event Description: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, July 8, 2017 at 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: Birds are nesting in the Rocky River Valley. We will look for Baltimore Orioles and maybe a Hooded Warbler. The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk July 8, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk July 8, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Field Trip to Pine Tree Picnic Area
Event: Field Trip to Pine Tree Picnic Area, Sheffield Village OH
Date & Time: Sunday, July 16, 2017 at 8 a.m.
Leader: Erik Bruder
Target Species: Scarlet Tanager, orioles, vireos, flycatchers, nesting warblers
Description/Instructions: Pine Tree Picnic Area offers forest trails with a variety of colorful summer resident birds. It is located off French Creek Rd. in Sheffield Village in the French Creek Reservation, Lorain Metro Parks. We will meet at Shelter No. 1.
Announcement: Field Trip to Pine Tree Picnic Area, Sheffield Village Ohio, Sunday, July 16, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Pine Tree Picnic Area July 2017 Report
Field Trip to Acacia Reservation
Event: Birding at Acacia Reservation
Date: Saturday, June 3, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Acacia Reservation, Cedar Rd, Lyndhurst, OH 44124, USA Map
Leader: Wendy Weirich, Director of Outdoor Education at Cleveland Metroparks
Target Species: Grassland species
Description: Wendy Weirich will lead this walk at Acacia Reservation, a 155-acre former golf course returning to a natural state. Park in the lot off of Cedar road. Meet between the banquet center and the old cart barn/restroom. Directions: Take I-271 to the Cedar/Brainard exit. Take Cedar Road West. Entrance to Acacia is only a short distance. It will be on the right, across the street from Cleveland Clinic buildings and Beachwood Mall.
Announcement: Birding at Acacia Reservation Saturday, June 3, 2017
Report: Birding at Acacia Reservation June 3, 2017 Report
Annual Picnic, Plant Exchange & Bird Walk
Event: Annual Picnic, Plant Exchange & Bird Walk
Date: Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. (no rain will fall this evening!)
Location: Lagoon Picnic Area, Valley Parkway, between Cedar Point Road and Spafford Road, south of Rocky River Nature Center (NOT at Rocky River Nature Center – held outdoors at a picnic shelter.) Map
Description: Our annual Audubon picnic and plant exchange. Bring your dinner (grill will be available for cooking), your family or friends AND bring any plants, seeds, bulbs that need homes. They can be houseplants or outdoor plants. If you don’t have any plants to bring that is OK, but adopt an “orphan” plant. We also have a bird walk after dinner.
Announcement: Annual Picnic, Plant Exchange and Bird Walk Tuesday June 6, 2017
Report: Annual Picnic, Plant Exchange and Bird Walk June 6, 2017 Report
Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Nature Center
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, June 10, 2017 at 9 a.m.
Where: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk June 10, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk June 10, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Event: Birding at Acacia Reservation
Date: Saturday, June 3, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Acacia Reservation, Cedar Rd, Lyndhurst, OH 44124, USA Map
Leader: Wendy Weirich, Director of Outdoor Education at Cleveland Metroparks
Target Species: Grassland species
Description: Wendy Weirich will lead this walk at Acacia Reservation, a 155-acre former golf course returning to a natural state. Park in the lot off of Cedar road. Meet between the banquet center and the old cart barn/restroom. Directions: Take I-271 to the Cedar/Brainard exit. Take Cedar Road West. Entrance to Acacia is only a short distance. It will be on the right, across the street from Cleveland Clinic buildings and Beachwood Mall.
Announcement: Birding at Acacia Reservation Saturday, June 3, 2017
Report: Birding at Acacia Reservation June 3, 2017 Report
Annual Picnic, Plant Exchange & Bird Walk
Event: Annual Picnic, Plant Exchange & Bird Walk
Date: Tuesday, June 6, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. (no rain will fall this evening!)
Location: Lagoon Picnic Area, Valley Parkway, between Cedar Point Road and Spafford Road, south of Rocky River Nature Center (NOT at Rocky River Nature Center – held outdoors at a picnic shelter.) Map
Description: Our annual Audubon picnic and plant exchange. Bring your dinner (grill will be available for cooking), your family or friends AND bring any plants, seeds, bulbs that need homes. They can be houseplants or outdoor plants. If you don’t have any plants to bring that is OK, but adopt an “orphan” plant. We also have a bird walk after dinner.
Announcement: Annual Picnic, Plant Exchange and Bird Walk Tuesday June 6, 2017
Report: Annual Picnic, Plant Exchange and Bird Walk June 6, 2017 Report
Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Nature Center
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, June 10, 2017 at 9 a.m.
Where: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Description: The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk June 10, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk June 10, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Nature Center
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, May 13, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070, USA Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Target Species: Warblers Description: It's International Migratory Bird Day! And Warblers are back! Can't wait to see them! The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk May 13, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk May 13, 2017 Report
Early Evening Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Event: Early Evening Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2017
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd, Bay Village, OH 44140 Map
Leader: Tim Jasinski, Wildlife Rehabilitation Specialist
Target Species: Barred Owl and Warblers
Description: Enjoy an early evening bird walk in Huntington Reservation. Meet at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd., Bay Village, OH 44140. Good chance to see Barred Owls as well as migrating warblers.
Announcement: Early Evening Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center May 17, 2017
Report: Early Evening Bird Walk May 17, 2017 at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center Report
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, May 13, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070, USA Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Target Species: Warblers Description: It's International Migratory Bird Day! And Warblers are back! Can't wait to see them! The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk May 13, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk May 13, 2017 Report
Early Evening Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Event: Early Evening Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2017
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd, Bay Village, OH 44140 Map
Leader: Tim Jasinski, Wildlife Rehabilitation Specialist
Target Species: Barred Owl and Warblers
Description: Enjoy an early evening bird walk in Huntington Reservation. Meet at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd., Bay Village, OH 44140. Good chance to see Barred Owls as well as migrating warblers.
Announcement: Early Evening Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center May 17, 2017
Report: Early Evening Bird Walk May 17, 2017 at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center Report
Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Nature Center
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, April 8, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Target Species: Downy, Hairy, Pileated, Red-headed and Red-bellied woodpeckers, Northern Flickers, Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers
Description: Will we see seven species of woodpecker on this walk? 'Tis the season. Downy, Hairy, Pileated and Red-bellied are year-round residents. Northern Flickers and Red-headed Woodpeckers are arriving for summer nesting. Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers are passing through in migration. The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk April 8, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk April 8, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Field Trip to Lake Isaac Waterfowl Sanctuary and Audubon Spring Bird Walk
Event: Field Trip to Lake Isaac Waterfowl Sanctuary and Audubon Spring Bird Walk
Date: Sunday, April 30, 2017
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Lake Isaac, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130, USA Map
Leader: Nancy Howell
Target Species: All we can see in different habitats!
Description: Nancy Howell leads this Audubon Spring Bird Walk at Lake Isaac, joined by Western Cuyahoga Audubon. Western Cuyahoga Audubon birders will join in on one of the Audubon Spring Bird Walks for our April field trip. A variety of habitats around Lake Isaac includes forest and fields as well as Lake Isaac. What bird species can be seen here in April? Check out eBird online. The Audubon Spring Bird Walks are held on the last three Sundays in April and the first three Sundays in May, at 7:30 a.m. at many locations throughout northeast Ohio. They are sponsored by local Audubon chapters, local park districts and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. This is the 84th year.
Announcement: Field Trip to Lake Isaac Waterfowl Sanctuary and Audubon Spring Bird Walk Sunday, April 30, 2017
Report: Lake Isaac Field Trip April 30, 2017 Report
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, April 8, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Target Species: Downy, Hairy, Pileated, Red-headed and Red-bellied woodpeckers, Northern Flickers, Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers
Description: Will we see seven species of woodpecker on this walk? 'Tis the season. Downy, Hairy, Pileated and Red-bellied are year-round residents. Northern Flickers and Red-headed Woodpeckers are arriving for summer nesting. Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers are passing through in migration. The monthly Second Saturday walks are a great opportunity for birders of all skill levels to enjoy the woods and wetlands around the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center. New to birding? You will be amazed how much you can learn in this friendly group.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk April 8, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk April 8, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Field Trip to Lake Isaac Waterfowl Sanctuary and Audubon Spring Bird Walk
Event: Field Trip to Lake Isaac Waterfowl Sanctuary and Audubon Spring Bird Walk
Date: Sunday, April 30, 2017
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Lake Isaac, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130, USA Map
Leader: Nancy Howell
Target Species: All we can see in different habitats!
Description: Nancy Howell leads this Audubon Spring Bird Walk at Lake Isaac, joined by Western Cuyahoga Audubon. Western Cuyahoga Audubon birders will join in on one of the Audubon Spring Bird Walks for our April field trip. A variety of habitats around Lake Isaac includes forest and fields as well as Lake Isaac. What bird species can be seen here in April? Check out eBird online. The Audubon Spring Bird Walks are held on the last three Sundays in April and the first three Sundays in May, at 7:30 a.m. at many locations throughout northeast Ohio. They are sponsored by local Audubon chapters, local park districts and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. This is the 84th year.
Announcement: Field Trip to Lake Isaac Waterfowl Sanctuary and Audubon Spring Bird Walk Sunday, April 30, 2017
Report: Lake Isaac Field Trip April 30, 2017 Report
Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Nature Center
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Reservation Cleveland Metroparks
Date: Saturday, March 11, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, 24000 Valley Parkway, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Target Species:
Description: Come out birding! Meet in the parking lot at Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk March 11, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk Report March 11, 2017 Report
Field Trip to Carlisle Reservation Equestrian Area
Event: Field Trip to Carlisle Reservation Equestrian Area
Date: Sunday, March 26, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Carlisle Reservation, Equestrian Area, Lorain County Metro Parks, Oberlin, OH 44074 Map
Leaders: Harry Spencer
Target Species: Eastern Meadowlarks, Eastern Bluebirds
Description: Eastern Meadowlarks and Eastern Bluebirds are among the many species to be seen here. Black River Audubon has maintained 70 bluebird boxes in the area. Carlisle Reservation is the largest in Lorain County Metro Parks, 1,917 acres. We will walk trails in the Equestrian Area, which has grassland, forest and some ponds.
Announcement: Field Trip to Carlisle Reservation Equestrian Area Sunday, March 26, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Carlisle Equestrian Area, Lorain County Metro Parks March 2017 Report
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Reservation Cleveland Metroparks
Date: Saturday, March 11, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, 24000 Valley Parkway, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Target Species:
Description: Come out birding! Meet in the parking lot at Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center.
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk March 11, 2017 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk Report March 11, 2017 Report
Field Trip to Carlisle Reservation Equestrian Area
Event: Field Trip to Carlisle Reservation Equestrian Area
Date: Sunday, March 26, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Carlisle Reservation, Equestrian Area, Lorain County Metro Parks, Oberlin, OH 44074 Map
Leaders: Harry Spencer
Target Species: Eastern Meadowlarks, Eastern Bluebirds
Description: Eastern Meadowlarks and Eastern Bluebirds are among the many species to be seen here. Black River Audubon has maintained 70 bluebird boxes in the area. Carlisle Reservation is the largest in Lorain County Metro Parks, 1,917 acres. We will walk trails in the Equestrian Area, which has grassland, forest and some ponds.
Announcement: Field Trip to Carlisle Reservation Equestrian Area Sunday, March 26, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Carlisle Equestrian Area, Lorain County Metro Parks March 2017 Report
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Reservation Cleveland Metroparks
Date: Saturday, February 11, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Meet in the parking lot of the Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Target Species: Winter residents
Description: Winter can be a rewarding time with woodpeckers, sparrows, brown creepers. Sometimes the redpolls appear. Worth a walk in the woods!
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk February 11, 2017 at Rocky River Reservation Cleveland Metroparks
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk February 11, 2017 Report
Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Event: Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Date: Sunday, February 19, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd. Bay Village, OH 44140 Map
Leader: Tim Jasinski, Wildlife Rehabilitation Specialist
Target Species: Description: Grab your binoculars and join us for a bird hike that will wander through the woods and fields of Huntington Reservation. Seasoned birder and wildlife staff member of Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, Tim Jasinski, will be our guide. Results will be entered in the Great Backyard Bird Count. Meet at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd. Bay Village, OH 44140.
Announcement: Field Trip to Huntington Lake - Lake Erie Nature and Science Center on February 19, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Huntington Reservation - Lake Erie Nature and Science Center February 2017 Report
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk at Rocky River Reservation Cleveland Metroparks
Date: Saturday, February 11, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Meet in the parking lot of the Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Target Species: Winter residents
Description: Winter can be a rewarding time with woodpeckers, sparrows, brown creepers. Sometimes the redpolls appear. Worth a walk in the woods!
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk February 11, 2017 at Rocky River Reservation Cleveland Metroparks
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk February 11, 2017 Report
Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Event: Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Date: Sunday, February 19, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd. Bay Village, OH 44140 Map
Leader: Tim Jasinski, Wildlife Rehabilitation Specialist
Target Species: Description: Grab your binoculars and join us for a bird hike that will wander through the woods and fields of Huntington Reservation. Seasoned birder and wildlife staff member of Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, Tim Jasinski, will be our guide. Results will be entered in the Great Backyard Bird Count. Meet at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd. Bay Village, OH 44140.
Announcement: Field Trip to Huntington Lake - Lake Erie Nature and Science Center on February 19, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Huntington Reservation - Lake Erie Nature and Science Center February 2017 Report
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Second Saturday Bird Walk
Description: Second Saturday Bird Walk at Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center
Date: Saturday, January 14, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Target Species: Winter residents
Description: Winter can be a rewarding time with woodpeckers, sparrows, brown creepers. Sometimes the redpolls appear. Worth a walk in the woods!
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk January 14, 2017 at Rocky River Reservation, Cleveland Metroparks
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk January 14, 2017 Report
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Second Saturday Bird Walk
Description: Second Saturday Bird Walk at Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Nature Center
Date: Saturday, January 14, 2017
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Rocky River Nature Center, Rocky River Reservation, 24000 Valley Pkwy, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Leaders: Bill Deininger, Ken Gober, Dave Graskemper
Target Species: Winter residents
Description: Winter can be a rewarding time with woodpeckers, sparrows, brown creepers. Sometimes the redpolls appear. Worth a walk in the woods!
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk January 14, 2017 at Rocky River Reservation, Cleveland Metroparks
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk January 14, 2017 Report
Field Trip to Edgewater Park and Wendy Park
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society and Kirtland Bird Club Field Trip
Date: Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 9:00 a.m.
Location: Meet at Edgewater Park, by the fishing Pier Map
Leader: Chuck Slusarczyk,Jr.
Target Species: Gulls
Description: We will meet at Edgewater Park in Cleveland, lower beach area by the fishing pier. As road conditions permit we will bird Edgewater and proceed to Wendy Park. Looking for a variety of gull species! Wear lots of layers. Wind off the lake is brisk.
Announcement: Field Trip to Edgewater Park and Wendy Park on Sunday, January 28, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Edgewater Park and Wendy Park Saturday, January 28, 2017 Report
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society and Kirtland Bird Club Field Trip
Date: Saturday, January 28, 2017 at 9:00 a.m.
Location: Meet at Edgewater Park, by the fishing Pier Map
Leader: Chuck Slusarczyk,Jr.
Target Species: Gulls
Description: We will meet at Edgewater Park in Cleveland, lower beach area by the fishing pier. As road conditions permit we will bird Edgewater and proceed to Wendy Park. Looking for a variety of gull species! Wear lots of layers. Wind off the lake is brisk.
Announcement: Field Trip to Edgewater Park and Wendy Park on Sunday, January 28, 2017
Report: Field Trip to Edgewater Park and Wendy Park Saturday, January 28, 2017 Report
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