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SPECIAL EVENT
The Next CFO Convention
Colorado Field Ornitholgists Convention MAKE IT A HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR BIRDING YEAR PUEBLO CONVENTION MAY 19-23, 2022 CFO's next convention is scheduled for May 19 - 23, 2022 in Pueblo, CO. Pueblo and the surrounding area is an amazing location for Colorado birding. The access to a variety of habitats, leads to Pueblo County having
World Migratory Bird Day – The Sounds of Nocturnal Migration – October 8
In celebration of fall World Migratory Bird Day on SATURDAY October 8, Audubon Rockies is partnering with Great Salt Lake Audubon in presenting The Sounds of Nocturnal Migration, a free webinar about nocturnal bird migration, how it’s monitored, and the risks that nocturnal migratory birds face. Why do birds migrate at night, how are they
Active Adults: Birding 101
Bear Creek Nature Center 245 Bear Creek Rd, Colorado Springs, COJoin us for a two-part session for Beginning Birders! Aiken Audubon leaders will teach about bird identification, behavior and habitats, birding ethics, and choices for binoculars, scopes and field guides. Pre-registration required. $10 per person for both classes, $8 per Nature Center member. October 13, 6-8p and October 15, 8a-12n. Register here and scroll down
Jr. Bird Club – Fountain Creek Nature Center
Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Pepper Grass Lane, FountainJr. Bird Club Saturday, October 22, 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Nature lovers ages 8 to 15 are invited to spend time together outdoors and practice their birding skills! In this meeting, we will learn about the very first birds… Yea, this one is 66 million years in the making! Lesson, craft, and birding walk
Walk Rock Ledge Ranch & Visit Orchard House – Limit met – waitlist only
Rock Ledge Ranch 3199 Chambers Way, Colorado Springs, CO, United StatesJoin us on October 29, 2022 for this great opportunity! We'll meet at 8a in front of Rock Ledge Orchard House and bird walk around the ranch. Afterward, we'll join in the Orchard House for a presentation led by Melissa Keown. In 1907, General Palmer commissioned the construction the Orchard House and invited his sister-in-law,
Avian Collection – Colorado College Museum Tour
Barnes Science Building 1040 N Nevada Ave,, Colorado Springs, Colorado SpringsCome tour the Avian Collection at Colorado College on November 9th at 3p! We will meet at the east-facing entrance at 3p and we can view the avian collection from 3-430p. Masks are optional, but appreciated. If you're interested in joining us, please let me know - we are limited to a 14 person maximum.
Colorado Springs Christmas Bird Count
Bear Creek Nature Center 245 Bear Creek Rd, Colorado Springs, COJoin us for the Colorado Springs Christmas Bird Count on December 17! The Christmas Bird Count is the longest-running citizen science project in the United States and dates back to 1901. It provides valuable data about the wintering distribution and abundance of birds across the U.S. and you can help! You don't have to be
Winter Bird Count – Fountain Creek
Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Pepper Grass Lane, FountainWinter Bird Count Saturday, January 14, 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. All levels of birders are invited to help us observe and record the bird species in Fountain Creek Regional Park. Preregistration is required and space is limited. $5 donation per person recommended. This event is sponsored by El Paso County Nature Centers https://communityservices.elpasoco.com/nature-centers/
Jr. Bird Club – Fountain Creek Nature Center
Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Pepper Grass Lane, FountainJr. Bird Club Saturday, January 21, 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Nature lovers ages 8 to 15 are invited to spend time together outdoors and practice their birding skills! In this meeting we will learn about winter adaptations and survival strategies. Drop off your child for a lesson, craft, and birding walk! Prepaid registration required.
Live Birds of Prey
Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Pepper Grass Lane, FountainLive Birds of Prey Saturday, January 28, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Learn about hawks, owls, eagles, falcons, and vultures through a live birds of prey program with Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center! The presentation includes two different birds of prey and a discussion of adaptations, predator/prey relationships, natural history, and personal stories of the
Winter Bird Festival
Winter Bird Festival January 28, 2023 10:00 AM –2:00 PM 2120 S. Cheyenne Canyon Road | Colorado Springs, CO | 80906 (719) 385-6086 Admission: Free to attend, but donations are always appreciated. Event Summary The Winter Bird Festival will be hosted at Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center in North Cheyenne Cañon Park and will have many family-friendly
Building for the Birds – Offered through El Paso Nature Centers
Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Pepper Grass Lane, FountainBuilding for the Birds Saturday, March 11, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Build a nesting box for common backyard birds, learn who they are and their calls. An adult able to handle tools must accompany children. Bring a hammer and pliers if you have them. Other materials provided. Prepaid registration required. $12 per kit/$10 per
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