Field Trip Reports 2020
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, December 12, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Not Available
Report:
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, December 12, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Not Available
Report:
DECEMBER 2020 VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP
Program: WCAS Virtual Field Trip to Sandy Ridge Reservation December 2020 Meetup Recording
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Not Available
Report:
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Not Available
Report:
NOVEMBER 2020 VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP
Program: WCAS Virtual Field Trip to Richfield Heritage Preserve November 1-30, 2020 Meetup
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Not Available
Report:
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Not Available
Report:
OCTOBER 2020 VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP
Announcement: WCAS Virtual Field Trip to Cleveland Lakefront Nature Preserve (Cuyahoga County) October 2020 Meetup
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Not Available
Report:
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Not Available
Report:
SEPTEMBER 2020 VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP
Announcement: WCAS Virtual Field Trip to Lake Isaac (Lake Isaac Trail or Lake to Lake Trail) September 2020
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Not Available
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk August 8, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Not Available
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk August 8, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
AUGUST 2020 VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP
Announcement: WCAS Virtual Field Trip Community Scrapbook to Nimisila Reservoir August 2020
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, July 11, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk July 11, 2020 at Rocky River Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk July 11, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, July 11, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk July 11, 2020 at Rocky River Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk July 11, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
JULY 2020 VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP
Announcement: Virtual Field Trip to Bath Nature Preserve July 1-31, 2020
Announcement: Virtual Field Trip to Bath Nature Preserve July 1-31, 2020
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk June 13 , 2020 at Rocky River Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk June 13, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk June 13 , 2020 at Rocky River Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk June 13, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Description: It's World 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 9, 2020 at Rocky River Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk May 9, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper
Description: It's World 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 9, 2020 at Rocky River Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk May 9, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Socially Distanced Birding Challenge
Socially Distanced Birding Challenge May 1-2, 2020 Report by Nancy Howell, Compiler
Socially Distanced Birding Challenge May 1-2, 2020 Report by Nancy Howell, Compiler
Field Trip to Brookside Reservation
Event: Field Trip to Brookside Reservation
Date & Time: Saturday, April 25, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.
Location: Cleveland Metroparks Brookside Reservation, John Nagy Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44144 (Please see detailed directions to starting point.) Map
Leaders: Rich and Karen Kassouf
Target Birds: Orchard Oriole, Peregrine Falcon
Description: The route begins by the Ridge Road entrance. Depending on weather, we might see the Yoshino cherry trees in bloom. We will travel beside Big Creek to the Fulton Road bridge where Peregrine Falcons have nested in recent years. For accessibility, this field trip will combine "bird by car" and "parking lot birding"; with stops for some short walks, birder's choice. At the end we will combine our lists.
Announcement: Field Trip to Brookside Reservation, Cleveland Metroparks on Saturday, April 25, 2020
Report: No Report Available
Event: Field Trip to Brookside Reservation
Date & Time: Saturday, April 25, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.
Location: Cleveland Metroparks Brookside Reservation, John Nagy Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44144 (Please see detailed directions to starting point.) Map
Leaders: Rich and Karen Kassouf
Target Birds: Orchard Oriole, Peregrine Falcon
Description: The route begins by the Ridge Road entrance. Depending on weather, we might see the Yoshino cherry trees in bloom. We will travel beside Big Creek to the Fulton Road bridge where Peregrine Falcons have nested in recent years. For accessibility, this field trip will combine "bird by car" and "parking lot birding"; with stops for some short walks, birder's choice. At the end we will combine our lists.
Announcement: Field Trip to Brookside Reservation, Cleveland Metroparks on Saturday, April 25, 2020
Report: No Report Available
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, April 11, 2020
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, 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 April 11, 2020 at Rocky River Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk April 11, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, April 11, 2020
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, 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 April 11, 2020 at Rocky River Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk April 11, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Field Trip to South Mastick Picnic Area
Event: Field Trip to South Mastick Picnic Area
Date & Time: Sunday, March 29, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.
Location: Meet at 28648 Lake Rd., Bay Village, OH 44140 Map
Leader: TBA
Target species: Early migrants, Pileated Woodpecker and 6 other Woodpecker species
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to South Mastick Picnic Area on Sunday, March 29, 2020
Report: No Report Available
Event: Field Trip to South Mastick Picnic Area
Date & Time: Sunday, March 29, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.
Location: Meet at 28648 Lake Rd., Bay Village, OH 44140 Map
Leader: TBA
Target species: Early migrants, Pileated Woodpecker and 6 other Woodpecker species
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to South Mastick Picnic Area on Sunday, March 29, 2020
Report: No Report Available
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, March 14, 2020
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
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk March 14, 2020 at Rocky River Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk March 14, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, March 14, 2020
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
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk March 14, 2020 at Rocky River Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk March 14, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Field Trip to Huntington Beach and Lakefront Spots
Event: Field Trip to Huntington Beach and other Lakefront Spots
Date & Time: Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. Leap Year Day!
Location: Meet at 28648 Lake Rd., Bay Village, OH 44140 Map
Leader: TBA
Target Birds: Waterfowl, Gulls, Bald Eagle
Description: The Lake Erie lakefront can be great for waterfowl and gulls. Bald Eagles occasionally fly over in search of fish or other prey. We will start at Huntington Beach in Bay Village and move to other access points, depending on weather and sightings. Bring a scope if you have one. Dress in warm layers. We will meet by the water tower, a.k.a. ice cream stand.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Huntington Beach and Lakefront Spots on Saturday, February 29, 2020
Report: Field Trip to Huntington Beach and other Lakefront Spots Saturday, February 29, 2020 Report
Event: Field Trip to Huntington Beach and other Lakefront Spots
Date & Time: Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. Leap Year Day!
Location: Meet at 28648 Lake Rd., Bay Village, OH 44140 Map
Leader: TBA
Target Birds: Waterfowl, Gulls, Bald Eagle
Description: The Lake Erie lakefront can be great for waterfowl and gulls. Bald Eagles occasionally fly over in search of fish or other prey. We will start at Huntington Beach in Bay Village and move to other access points, depending on weather and sightings. Bring a scope if you have one. Dress in warm layers. We will meet by the water tower, a.k.a. ice cream stand.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Huntington Beach and Lakefront Spots on Saturday, February 29, 2020
Report: Field Trip to Huntington Beach and other Lakefront Spots Saturday, February 29, 2020 Report
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, February 8, 2020
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, Marty Calabrese
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk February 8, 2019 at Rocky River Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk February 8, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, February 8, 2020
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, Marty Calabrese
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk February 8, 2019 at Rocky River Reservation
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk February 8, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Field Trip to Rivergate Park (Merwin's Wharf)
Event: Field trip to Rivergate Park (Merwin's Wharf)
Date & Time: Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rivergate Park (Merwin's Wharf), 1785 Merwin Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113 Map
Leader: TBA
Target Species: Waterfowl, Gulls
Description: On a good day in January, the Cuyahoga River is a haven for waterfowl and gulls searching for open water.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Rivergate Park (Merwin's Wharf) Sunday, January 26, 2020
Report: Field Trip to Rivergate Park (Merwin's Wharf) Sunday, January 26, 2020 Report
Event: Field trip to Rivergate Park (Merwin's Wharf)
Date & Time: Sunday, January 26, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Rivergate Park (Merwin's Wharf), 1785 Merwin Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113 Map
Leader: TBA
Target Species: Waterfowl, Gulls
Description: On a good day in January, the Cuyahoga River is a haven for waterfowl and gulls searching for open water.
Announcement: Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society Field Trip to Rivergate Park (Merwin's Wharf) Sunday, January 26, 2020
Report: Field Trip to Rivergate Park (Merwin's Wharf) Sunday, January 26, 2020 Report
Second Saturday Bird Walk
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, January 11, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper, Martin Calabrese
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk January 11, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk January 11, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
Event: Second Saturday Bird Walk
Date: Saturday, January 11, 2020
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, Dave Graskemper, Martin Calabrese
Announcement: Second Saturday Bird Walk January 11, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center
Report: Second Saturday Bird Walk January 11, 2020 at Rocky River Nature Center Report
