Field Trip Announcements & Reports 2019
Audubon Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle
Event: 120th Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle 2019 Bird Count
Date & Time: Saturday, December 28, 2019 All Day
Place: Place: Birders will survey many locations throughout a count circle centered on Lakewood. Contact Nancy Howell to be assigned an area or to join with others in the 120th Christmas Bird Count. See Announcement for details here.
Targeted Species: Winter Residents
Compiler: Nancy Howell
Announcement: The 120th Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle Saturday, December 28, 2019
Report: Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle Report 2019 Submitted by Nancy Howell, Compiler for the Lakewood Circle
Event: 120th Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle 2019 Bird Count
Date & Time: Saturday, December 28, 2019 All Day
Place: Place: Birders will survey many locations throughout a count circle centered on Lakewood. Contact Nancy Howell to be assigned an area or to join with others in the 120th Christmas Bird Count. See Announcement for details here.
Targeted Species: Winter Residents
Compiler: Nancy Howell
Announcement: The 120th Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle Saturday, December 28, 2019
Report: Christmas Bird Count-Lakewood Circle Report 2019 Submitted by Nancy Howell, Compiler for the Lakewood Circle
Urban Birding Field Trips
Date: November 2019
Date: November 2019
Field Trip to Wellington Upground Reservoir
Event: Field Trip to Wellington Upground Reservoir
Date & Time: Sunday, October 27, 2019 at 9:00 a.m.
Location: See directions here.
Leader: TBA
Target Species: Migrating Waterfowl
Description: Wellington Upground Reservoir offers easy views of migrating waterfowl. Handicap access is right next to the water.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Wellington Upground Reservoir
Report: Not available
Event: Field Trip to Wellington Upground Reservoir
Date & Time: Sunday, October 27, 2019 at 9:00 a.m.
Location: See directions here.
Leader: TBA
Target Species: Migrating Waterfowl
Description: Wellington Upground Reservoir offers easy views of migrating waterfowl. Handicap access is right next to the water.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Wellington Upground Reservoir
Report: Not available
Field Trip to Hawkwatch at Lake Erie Metropark
Event: Hotspot Field Trip to Hawkwatch at Lake Erie Metropark (MI)
Date & Time: Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 8:00 a.m. Rain date: Sat Sept 21, 2019
Meet to Carpool: North Olmsted RTA Park-n-Ride, 5575 Great Northern Blvd, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Birding Location: Lake Erie Metropark is about 140 miles from the west side of Cleveland. Lake Erie Metropark (MI), 32481 W Jefferson Ave, Brownstown Charter Twp, MI 48173 Map
Leader: Tim Colborn
Target Species: Migrating Raptors
Description: Mid-September is a terrific time of year for hawk migration through the upper mid-west. While eastern North American raptors migrate through the area between late August right through early winter, the dates we have chosen give us the best opportunity to see large kettles of Broad-winged Hawks. In addition, good numbers of American Kestrels and Sharp-shinned Hawks should be on the move as well as a few other raptors and some songbirds such as Cedar Waxwings and Blue Jays.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Hotspot Field Trip to Hawkwatch at Lake Erie Metropark (MI) on Sunday, September 15, 2019
Report: Not available
Event: Hotspot Field Trip to Hawkwatch at Lake Erie Metropark (MI)
Date & Time: Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 8:00 a.m. Rain date: Sat Sept 21, 2019
Meet to Carpool: North Olmsted RTA Park-n-Ride, 5575 Great Northern Blvd, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Birding Location: Lake Erie Metropark is about 140 miles from the west side of Cleveland. Lake Erie Metropark (MI), 32481 W Jefferson Ave, Brownstown Charter Twp, MI 48173 Map
Leader: Tim Colborn
Target Species: Migrating Raptors
Description: Mid-September is a terrific time of year for hawk migration through the upper mid-west. While eastern North American raptors migrate through the area between late August right through early winter, the dates we have chosen give us the best opportunity to see large kettles of Broad-winged Hawks. In addition, good numbers of American Kestrels and Sharp-shinned Hawks should be on the move as well as a few other raptors and some songbirds such as Cedar Waxwings and Blue Jays.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Hotspot Field Trip to Hawkwatch at Lake Erie Metropark (MI) on Sunday, September 15, 2019
Report: Not available
Field Trip to Erie Street Cemetery
Event: Field Trip to Erie Street Cemetery
Date & Time: Saturday, September 7, 2019 at 9:00 a.m.
Location: 2291 E 9th St, Cleveland, OH 44115 Map
Leader: TBA
Target Species: Early Migrants
Description: Fall migration is just beginning. Erie Street Cemetery is a downtown Cleveland hotspot migrant trap.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Erie Street Cemetery
Report: Not available
Event: Field Trip to Erie Street Cemetery
Date & Time: Saturday, September 7, 2019 at 9:00 a.m.
Location: 2291 E 9th St, Cleveland, OH 44115 Map
Leader: TBA
Target Species: Early Migrants
Description: Fall migration is just beginning. Erie Street Cemetery is a downtown Cleveland hotspot migrant trap.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Erie Street Cemetery
Report: Not available
Bird Walks at Biodiversity Nature Bash
Event: WCAS Bird Walks Biodiversity Nature Bash
Date & Time: Saturday, August 17, 2019
Location: West Creek Reservation, 2277 W Ridgewood Dr, Parma, OH 44134 Map
Leaders: Tim Colborn
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.
Announcement: Bird Walks at Backyard Nature Bash, Saturday, August 17, 2019
Report: WCAS Bird Walk at Biodiversity Nature Bash West Creek Reservation August 17, 2019 Report
Event: WCAS Bird Walks Biodiversity Nature Bash
Date & Time: Saturday, August 17, 2019
Location: West Creek Reservation, 2277 W Ridgewood Dr, Parma, OH 44134 Map
Leaders: Tim Colborn
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.
Announcement: Bird Walks at Backyard Nature Bash, Saturday, August 17, 2019
Report: WCAS Bird Walk at Biodiversity Nature Bash West Creek Reservation August 17, 2019 Report
Field Trip to Howard Marsh Metropark
Event: Field Trip to Howard Marsh Metropark
Date & Time: Sunday, August 4, 2019 at 8:00 a.m.
Location: 611 S. Howard Rd. Curtice, OH 43412 Map
Leaders: Tim Colborn
Target Species: Migrating Shorebirds
Description: Elegant migrating shorebirds grace the Lake Erie marshes on their way south after nesting in the Arctic. Howard Marsh is about 90 miles from the west side of Cleveland. It is a new addition to Toledo Metroparks. Restored wetlands host more than 100 species in July and August, including multiple species of shorebirds.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Howard Marsh Metropark
Report: WCAS Field Trip To See Migrating Shorebirds Howard Marsh Metropark August 5, 2019 Report
Event: Field Trip to Howard Marsh Metropark
Date & Time: Sunday, August 4, 2019 at 8:00 a.m.
Location: 611 S. Howard Rd. Curtice, OH 43412 Map
Leaders: Tim Colborn
Target Species: Migrating Shorebirds
Description: Elegant migrating shorebirds grace the Lake Erie marshes on their way south after nesting in the Arctic. Howard Marsh is about 90 miles from the west side of Cleveland. It is a new addition to Toledo Metroparks. Restored wetlands host more than 100 species in July and August, including multiple species of shorebirds.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Howard Marsh Metropark
Report: WCAS Field Trip To See Migrating Shorebirds Howard Marsh Metropark August 5, 2019 Report
Joint Bird Walk with Black River Audubon Society to French Creek Reservation
Event: Bird Walk at French Creek Reservation, Lorain County Metro Parks
Date & Time: Saturday, July 20, 2019 at 8:30 a.m.
Leader: TBD
Location: French Creek Nature Center, 4530 Colorado Ave, Sheffield, OH 44054 Map
Target species: Great Blue Heron, Red-bellied Woodpecker and Songbirds
Description: "Nearly all of French Creek Reservation 426 acres is forested, making it one of the largest forested areas in the lake plain. The forest varies greatly in age, with some areas over 100 years old while others have only been reforested since Lorain County Metro Parks obtained the land in the 1960s. A walk through the reservation reveals a variety of trees, including sycamore, pin oak, walnut, maple, cottonwood, and chestnut. In the warmer months, trillium, violet and wild geranium add splashes of color to the rich green. Many species of wildlife call these woods home, including deer, red fox, king fisher, great blue heron, garter snake, black rat snake, 2-lined salamander, red-bellied woodpecker and lots of songbirds." ~ Lorain County Metro Parks
Announcement: Joint Bird Walk with Black River Audubon Society to French Creek Reservation, Saturday, July 20, 2019
Report: Not available
Event: Bird Walk at French Creek Reservation, Lorain County Metro Parks
Date & Time: Saturday, July 20, 2019 at 8:30 a.m.
Leader: TBD
Location: French Creek Nature Center, 4530 Colorado Ave, Sheffield, OH 44054 Map
Target species: Great Blue Heron, Red-bellied Woodpecker and Songbirds
Description: "Nearly all of French Creek Reservation 426 acres is forested, making it one of the largest forested areas in the lake plain. The forest varies greatly in age, with some areas over 100 years old while others have only been reforested since Lorain County Metro Parks obtained the land in the 1960s. A walk through the reservation reveals a variety of trees, including sycamore, pin oak, walnut, maple, cottonwood, and chestnut. In the warmer months, trillium, violet and wild geranium add splashes of color to the rich green. Many species of wildlife call these woods home, including deer, red fox, king fisher, great blue heron, garter snake, black rat snake, 2-lined salamander, red-bellied woodpecker and lots of songbirds." ~ Lorain County Metro Parks
Announcement: Joint Bird Walk with Black River Audubon Society to French Creek Reservation, Saturday, July 20, 2019
Report: Not available
Field Trip to Locate Grassland Birds
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Hotspot Field Trip
Date & Time: Saturday, June 15, 2019 at 7 a.m.
Location: Meet at North Olmsted RTA Park-n-Ride, 5575 Great Northern Blvd, North Olmsted, OH 44070. Map
Leader: Tim Colborn
Target Species: Grassland Birds
Description: Mid-June is prime nesting time for grassland birds. Leader Tim Colborn will take us to grassland hotspots in Northeast Ohio. Where? Leader's choice, depending best opportunities to see these birds based on current conditions and sightings.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Hotspot Field Trip to Locate Grassland Birds
Report: WCAS Hotspot Field Trip To See Grassland Birds Sat June 15, 2019 Report
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Hotspot Field Trip
Date & Time: Saturday, June 15, 2019 at 7 a.m.
Location: Meet at North Olmsted RTA Park-n-Ride, 5575 Great Northern Blvd, North Olmsted, OH 44070. Map
Leader: Tim Colborn
Target Species: Grassland Birds
Description: Mid-June is prime nesting time for grassland birds. Leader Tim Colborn will take us to grassland hotspots in Northeast Ohio. Where? Leader's choice, depending best opportunities to see these birds based on current conditions and sightings.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Hotspot Field Trip to Locate Grassland Birds
Report: WCAS Hotspot Field Trip To See Grassland Birds Sat June 15, 2019 Report
Early Evening Bird Walk
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Early Evening Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd, Bay Village, OH 44140 Map
Leader: TBA
Target species: Warblers, Barred Owls, Red-headed Woodpeckers
Description: The southern shore of Lake Erie is one of the principal stopovers for migrating warblers in need of rest and refueling enroute to their nesting grounds in Canada. We will walk the woods and fields of Huntington Reservation, from Lake Erie Nature Nature and Science Center to the lake and back. Chances are very good for a look at nesting Barred Owls and Red-headed Woodpeckers near the nature center. Lake Erie Nature and Science Center is located at 28728 Wolf Road, Bay Village, at the corner of Porter Creek Drive in the Cleveland Metroparks Huntington Reservation.
Announcement: Early Evening Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Report: Early Evening Bird Walk to Lake Erie Nature and Science Center on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 Report
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Early Evening Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Lake Erie Nature and Science Center, 28728 Wolf Rd, Bay Village, OH 44140 Map
Leader: TBA
Target species: Warblers, Barred Owls, Red-headed Woodpeckers
Description: The southern shore of Lake Erie is one of the principal stopovers for migrating warblers in need of rest and refueling enroute to their nesting grounds in Canada. We will walk the woods and fields of Huntington Reservation, from Lake Erie Nature Nature and Science Center to the lake and back. Chances are very good for a look at nesting Barred Owls and Red-headed Woodpeckers near the nature center. Lake Erie Nature and Science Center is located at 28728 Wolf Road, Bay Village, at the corner of Porter Creek Drive in the Cleveland Metroparks Huntington Reservation.
Announcement: Early Evening Bird Walk at Lake Erie Nature and Science Center
Report: Early Evening Bird Walk to Lake Erie Nature and Science Center on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 Report
Field Trip to Lake Isaac
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Lake Isaac
Date & Time: Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 7:30 a.m.
Location: Lake Isaac, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 Map
Leaders: Nancy Howell and Rich Kassouf
Target species: All species we can find in a variety of habitats
Description: For the April 2019 field trip, WCAS joins in on the third week of the Audubon Spring Bird Walks, held throughout Northeast Ohio at many locations. Spring migration is ramping up and Lake Isaac's varied habitats attract a variety of bird species, migrants and residents.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Lake Isaac
Report: Field Trip to Lake Isaac on Sunday, April 28, 2019 Report
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Lake Isaac
Date & Time: Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 7:30 a.m.
Location: Lake Isaac, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 Map
Leaders: Nancy Howell and Rich Kassouf
Target species: All species we can find in a variety of habitats
Description: For the April 2019 field trip, WCAS joins in on the third week of the Audubon Spring Bird Walks, held throughout Northeast Ohio at many locations. Spring migration is ramping up and Lake Isaac's varied habitats attract a variety of bird species, migrants and residents.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Lake Isaac
Report: Field Trip to Lake Isaac on Sunday, April 28, 2019 Report
Field Trip to Wellington Upground Reservoir
Event: Field Trip to Wellington Upground Reservoir
Place: 535 Jones Road, Wellington, Ohio 44090 (Detailed maps and directions here.)
Date & Time: Sunday, March 31, 2019 at 8 a.m.
Leader: Erik Bruder
Target Species: Migrating Waterfowl
Description: According to eBird, almost 40 species of waterfowl have been seen at Wellington Upground Reservoir over the years. Greater White-fronted Goose and Cackling Goose are among the species. This field trip will begin at the reservoir, with the option of moving to Wellington Reservation or Findley State Park, depending on sightings.
Announcement: Field Trip to Wellington Upground Reservoir on Sunday, March 31, 2019
Report: Not available
Event: Field Trip to Wellington Upground Reservoir
Place: 535 Jones Road, Wellington, Ohio 44090 (Detailed maps and directions here.)
Date & Time: Sunday, March 31, 2019 at 8 a.m.
Leader: Erik Bruder
Target Species: Migrating Waterfowl
Description: According to eBird, almost 40 species of waterfowl have been seen at Wellington Upground Reservoir over the years. Greater White-fronted Goose and Cackling Goose are among the species. This field trip will begin at the reservoir, with the option of moving to Wellington Reservation or Findley State Park, depending on sightings.
Announcement: Field Trip to Wellington Upground Reservoir on Sunday, March 31, 2019
Report: Not available
Field Trip to Towpath/NEORSD Outflow Area
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Towpath/NEORSD outflow area
Date & Time: Sunday, March 3, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. RESCHEDULED TO SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 2019.
Location: 7201 Canal Rd., Cuyahoga Hts., OH 44125 (use small parking lot by Canal Rd. look for Metroparks sign)
Leader: Penny O'Connor
Target species: Bald Eagle, winter resident birds
Description: Bald Eagles have been sighted recently in this area of the Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath. These and other birds are attracted to the outflow of relatively warm water from the NEORSD Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant, where it empties into the Cuyahoga River.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Towpath/NEORSD Outflow Area
Report: Field Trip to Towpath/NEORSD outflow area Sunday, March 3, 2019 Report
Event: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Towpath/NEORSD outflow area
Date & Time: Sunday, March 3, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. RESCHEDULED TO SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 2019.
Location: 7201 Canal Rd., Cuyahoga Hts., OH 44125 (use small parking lot by Canal Rd. look for Metroparks sign)
Leader: Penny O'Connor
Target species: Bald Eagle, winter resident birds
Description: Bald Eagles have been sighted recently in this area of the Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath. These and other birds are attracted to the outflow of relatively warm water from the NEORSD Southerly Wastewater Treatment Plant, where it empties into the Cuyahoga River.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Towpath/NEORSD Outflow Area
Report: Field Trip to Towpath/NEORSD outflow area Sunday, March 3, 2019 Report
Field Trip Announcements & Reports February 2019
Report: No report available.
Report: No report available.
Gulls and Wintering Birds Hotspots Field Trip
Event: Gulls and Wintering Birds Hotspots Field Trip
Date & Time: Saturday January 26, 2019 at 8:00am-11:30am
Meetup Location: North Olmsted RTA Park and Ride, 5575 Great Northern Blvd, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Birding Location: TBD location based on current activity and sightings around the date of the field trip. One location could be Wendy Park Reservation, 2800 Whiskey Island Drive, Cleveland, OH 44102 (or within 30+ miles from North Olmsted).
Leader: Liz McQuaid
Primary Target: Gulls and Wintering Birds
Description: January can be a terrific month for gull-watching along the Lake Erie shore. We’ll brave the frigid temperatures and strong winds to see if we can find both the common and rarer gull species, as well as other wintering birds like ducks, grebes, loons, and raptors. Patience can be rewarded with a better understanding of the various plumages of our common gulls as well as glimpses of the relatively rarer “white-winged” gulls. We’ll plan on meeting at the North Olmsted RTA Park and Ride, 5575 Great Northern Blvd., North Olmsted, OH 44070.
Announcement: Waterfowl Hotspot Field Trip on Saturday, January 26, 2019
Report: Waterfowl Hotspot Field Trip Saturday, Jan 26, 2019 Report
Event: Gulls and Wintering Birds Hotspots Field Trip
Date & Time: Saturday January 26, 2019 at 8:00am-11:30am
Meetup Location: North Olmsted RTA Park and Ride, 5575 Great Northern Blvd, North Olmsted, OH 44070 Map
Birding Location: TBD location based on current activity and sightings around the date of the field trip. One location could be Wendy Park Reservation, 2800 Whiskey Island Drive, Cleveland, OH 44102 (or within 30+ miles from North Olmsted).
Leader: Liz McQuaid
Primary Target: Gulls and Wintering Birds
Description: January can be a terrific month for gull-watching along the Lake Erie shore. We’ll brave the frigid temperatures and strong winds to see if we can find both the common and rarer gull species, as well as other wintering birds like ducks, grebes, loons, and raptors. Patience can be rewarded with a better understanding of the various plumages of our common gulls as well as glimpses of the relatively rarer “white-winged” gulls. We’ll plan on meeting at the North Olmsted RTA Park and Ride, 5575 Great Northern Blvd., North Olmsted, OH 44070.
Announcement: Waterfowl Hotspot Field Trip on Saturday, January 26, 2019
Report: Waterfowl Hotspot Field Trip Saturday, Jan 26, 2019 Report
