BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Aiken Audubon Society - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Aiken Audubon Society X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Aiken Audubon Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20220313T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20221106T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230503T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230503T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230317T155607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T155607Z UID:7193-1683099000-1683122400@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Chico Basin Ranch with John Drummond DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken & John Drummond for a bird trip to Chico Basin on Wednesday\, May 3rd.  We will meet at Tejon Park & Ride (S Tejon St & Ronald Reagan H\, Colorado Springs 80905) at 730a\, carpool and then will return to Tejon around 2p.  If you’ll be traveling from Pueblo\, we will make arrangements to meet you at the ranch entrance. \nPack a snack\, lunch and water; we’ll break for lunch around 1230p. \nBCR banding station will be in operation\, too! \nAttendance will be limited to the first 16 people to register – email mhelton016@gmail.com with your interest.  Entrance to the ranch is $10 per person.  We will be carpooling from Tejon.  If you are interested in driving\, please let me know when registering\, along with how many people you can include in your vehicle. \nChico Basin Ranch is a family-managed cattle ranch owned by the Colorado Land Board and operating on the high prairie of eastern Colorado. They use age-old ranching practices\, progressive grazing management\, and innovative business strategies to maintain healthy lands and a profitable\, rewarding livelihood. \nThe ranch is a major flyway for migratory birds\, due to abundant springs\, lakes\, and other bird habitat\, and is well known as one of the prime birding locations in the state. Over 330 species of birds—some rarely seen in Colorado—have been sighted on the ranch. \nThe ranch operates a bird banding station during the spring and fall in partnership with the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies. In addition\, school groups\, birding groups\, and other educational programs are hosted throughout the year. \n\n\nDifficulty: Easy to moderate. We will hike 2 miles and drive in-between. Depending on weather conditions leading up to the trip\, trails could be snowy or muddy.\n– Bring binoculars\, camera and/or spotting scope and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. If you would like to borrow binoculars\, please let me know in advance.\n– There is a porta-potty by the banding station and another by their headquarters.\n\n\nYou will be asked to sign an Aiken waiver prior to our trip.\nOnce you’re confirmed\, I will send a link to sign the Ranch waiver sheet online beforehand. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/chico-basin-ranch-with-john-drummond/ LOCATION:Chico Basin Ranch\, 22500 S Peyton Hwy\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80928\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-05-at-3.08.25-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Helton":MAILTO:mhelton016@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230514T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230514T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230221T202300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T202300Z UID:7162-1684054800-1684069200@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Birds & Brews with Jessica Miller - Rock Ledge Ranch DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 14\nRock Ledge Ranch (9am) followed by Red Leg Brewing Company (12pm)\n– Rock Ledge Ranch offers a lovely mix of riparian woods\, foothills pine and oak\, and open fields. We will venture northwest into Garden of the Gods park to look for prairie falcons and white-throated swifts. Expect a nice variety of migrants and summer residents throughout! Afterwards we’ll head a few minutes up the road to Red Leg Brewing.\n– Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. We will be on relatively even terrain and will walk no more than 3 miles. Depending on weather conditions leading upto the trip\, trails could be snowy or muddy.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. Don’t have binoculars? Let Jessica know you would like to borrow a pair.\n– Restrooms available at the beginning\, midway\, and end of the hike.\n– Meet at the kiosk on the east side of Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site by the dog park\, 38.873553\, -104.871207. Depending on construction\, entering this area from the main entrance from Gateway Rd. may be more convenient. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica Miller if you plan to attend. Jessica Miller \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nYou will be asked to sign a waiver prior to the walk. \nAiken Audubon offers field trips to interested persons as a means to enjoy birds and nature. All participants do so in the spirit of enjoying the outing. \nAs a participant\, I will: \n\nStay with the group.\nNotify the leader (or the driver of the vehicle in which I am riding) of any plans to leave the group.\nMake sure the person who sat next to me in the car is there when we leave the area.\nNot undertake any endeavor that will endanger my health as I know it.\nObserve all applicable rules of conduct\, policy\, regulation and law\, whether on public or private lands.\nAdhere to the ABA Birder’s Code of Ethics.\n\nThe volunteer leaders will try to take reasonable precautions to provide for the safety of the participants. In the event of an accident\, any emergency care is the financial responsibility of the participant. \nI understand that I am primarily responsible for my own well-being\, and hold harmless Aiken Audubon Society and its volunteers from any claim that may arise\, including any contraction of illness\, such as COVID-19. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-with-jessica-miller-rock-ledge-ranch/ LOCATION:Rock Ledge Ranch\, 3199 Chambers Way\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Screen-Shot-2022-09-15-at-10.53.44-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230603T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230603T093000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230509T010119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T222930Z UID:7367-1685773800-1685784600@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Aiken Canyon with Tyler Stewart and Michael Rogers DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken\, Tyler Stewart and Michael Rogers on June 3rd at 630a for an approximately 3 hour walk.  Meet in the parking lot\, map below.  We will lead two separate groups through Aiken Canyon. \n\n\nNamed after ornithologist\, Dr. Charles Aiken\, this is a great destination for birders. Over 100 species have been seen here. Located 16 miles south of Colorado Springs\, these 1\,621-acres are where Aiken raised his herd of sheep. Aiken Canyon is one of the last high-quality examples of the southern Front Range foothills ecosystem. The preserve is composed of a mosaic of habitat types\, including shrub lands\, tall grass prairie meadows\, pinyon juniper woodlands and mixed coniferous woodlands. Make sure you bring sturdy boots for hiking and plenty of water. \n\nAppropriate for all levels of birders.\nPhysical difficulty: Moderate/difficult.\nMeet at Aiken Canyon (map) at 6:30 am.\nLimited to 10 participants. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-canyon-with-tyler-stewart/ LOCATION:Aiken Canyon\, 3350 Turkey Canon Ranch Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80926 CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screenshot-2023-05-08-at-6.57.21-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230610T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230610T090000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230601T193255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T193255Z UID:7484-1686380400-1686387600@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Sondermann Park with Lark BenDaniel DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken and Lark BenDaniel at Sondermann Park on June 10\, 2023 @7a. \nSondermann Park on the west side of Colorado Springs is a 97-acre natural park tucked into a shallow valley.\nThe park is located at 740 W. Caramillo St.\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80907\nThe park offers seven easy hiking trails\, Mesa Valley Trail\, a creek tumbling through a valley\, good birdwatching\, and plenty of wildlife. \n\nAppropriate for all levels of birders.\nPhysical difficulty: Easy.\nMeet at Catamount Institute @ 740 W. Caramillo St.\nLimited to 10 participants.\nNo bathrooms are located at the facility.\nYou will be asked to sign a waiver prior to the walk. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/sondermann-park-with-lark-bendaniel/ LOCATION:Sondermann Park\, 740 W Carmamillo St\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot-2023-06-01-at-1.30.22-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230625T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230625T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230509T010921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T010921Z UID:7372-1687680000-1687698000@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Birds & Brew - Bear Creek Nature Center & OCC Brewing DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 25 \nBear Creek Nature Center (8am) followed by OCC Brewing (11am) \n\n– Explore the riparian creek bottom\, scrub oak woodlands\, and open meadows of Bear Creek Nature Center’s Nature Trail. We’ll also see who’s coming to the bird feeders. Afterwards we’ll head over to OCC Brewing for a variety of libations (Peregrine Pale Ale\, anyone?) and a great brunch menu.\n– The Nature Center will be closed\, so no bathrooms on site.\n– Bring binoculars and good hiking shoes. There are some steps along the trail. Dress for the Colorado Springs forecast.\n\nPlease send your RSVP to Jessica at Jessicaisbirding@gmail.com URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brew-bear-creek-nature-center-occ-brewing/ LOCATION:Bear Creek Nature Center\, 245 Bear Creek Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906 CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Bear-Creek-Nature-Center-front-of-building-500x250-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230702T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230702T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230620T215139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T233254Z UID:7537-1688284800-1688299200@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Cottonwood Creek Trail Hike DESCRIPTION:A lovely trail that follows Cottonwood Creek through a residential neighborhood in northeast Colorado Springs. Cottonwood Creek\, mature trees and residential yards attract a variety of birds; most recently Song Sparrow\, Spotted Towhee\, Yellow Warbler\, Cordilleran Flycatcher and a surprise Lazuli Bunting. \nWe’ll explore roughly 5 miles of the trail that is all paved concrete. The entire trail is estimated to be in the mostly gentle grade category (5% or less) with an elevation gain of just over 200’. It’s possible to stay along pavement all the way out & back\, with a few short dirt/gravel off-shoots. This trip is focused on developing birders\, and we’ll move at a leisurely pace stopping to look for birds and discuss what we see. \nSunscreen and sufficient water are strongly recommended (there is little to no shade)\, along with a hat\, comfortable walking shoes and binoculars. No restrooms are located along the portion of trail we will explore\, but are within a short driving distance. Picnic tables are located our meeting spot. Feel free to bring your own lunch and something to share with the group if you would like to take part in a group lunch at the conclusion of our hike. \nThis trip is offered cooperatively by the Aiken Audubon Society and the Denver Field Ornithologists. \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED\, and is accessible through THE DENVER FIELD ORNITHOLOGISTS WEBSITE.\nYou will need to create an account and login to register. CLICK HERE to register. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/cottonwood-creek-trail-hike/ LOCATION:Living Hope Covenant Chuch\, 6750 N. Union Blvd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80918\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cottonwoodcreektrail.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Tally Kerr":MAILTO:programs@aikenaudubon.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230703T063000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230703T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230605T132219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T132502Z UID:7511-1688365800-1688378400@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Florissant Fossil Bed with Debbie Barnes DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken and Debbie Barnes on a bird walk at Florissant Fossil Beds on July 3rd from 6:30am- 10am. Meet at the Barksdale Picnic area off Twin Rocks Rd\, just south of the visitor center. It is a left turn only\, the picnic area is then on the left. There is a standard entrance fee ($10 per person) to visit the fossil beds\, with parking for only 5 cars.  Debbie will already be up near there camping that weekend.  Other registrants are encouraged to carpool from Red Rock Canyon Loop Trailhead off of 31st street (behind Rudy’s).  The drive is 45 minutes\, so meet at the trailhead at 5:30am\, with departure at 5:40am. \n\n\n\n\nThe Florissant Formation is a sedimentary geologic formation outcropping around Florissant\, Teller County\, Colorado. The formation is noted for the abundant and exceptionally preserved insect and plant fossils that are found in the mudstones and shales. Wikipedia\n\n\n\n\n\nAppropriate for all levels of birders.\nPhysical difficulty: Easy.\nMeet at the picnic area by the visitor center – see map in profile picture.\nCost: Entrance fee is $10 per person.\nLimited to 12 participants\, with carpooling required.\nYou will be asked to sign a waiver prior to the walk. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/florissant-fossil-bed-with-debbie-barnes/ LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds\, 15807 Co Rd 1\, Florissant\, CO\, 80816\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot-2023-06-05-at-7.10.19-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230707T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230707T223000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230619T173803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230625T124418Z UID:7531-1688754600-1688769000@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Flammulated Owls with Brian Linkhart - Trip is Full - Waitlist Only DESCRIPTION:We are excited to tell you about an upcoming bird walk on Friday\, July 7th at 630p – Flammulated Owls!\n\nProfessor Brian Linkhart will lead this fantastic tour on behalf of Aiken. This is often good timing for being able to see owlets and maybe even see them access their nests!\nWe will need to cap it at 12 people\, so if you’re interested email Melanie Helton at MHELTON016@gmail.com.  Melanie will register the first 12 people that respond.  Each person (email) may only register for 2 people.  \n\nWe will meet at the Manitou Experimental Forest (MEF) and the hike details will be provided to you once you’ve been confirmed.  Please note that we will be hiking in the dark through some rugged terrain and angled slope without headlamps or flashlights.  If this doesn’t excite you\, please don’t register!\nWe kindly request a $25 donation per person\, cash or check made payable to Aiken; 100% supports Dr. Linkhart’s ongoing research.  If you are in need of partial scholarship to cover this donation\, please let me know.\n\nI will be checking-in with the twelve confirmed individuals a few days beforehand to confirm.  Please list your best contact information within the registration request (email and phone number) for each individual.  I will work a waitlist to ensure that we have a full group!\n\nThank you for being a member of Aiken! URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/flammulated-owls-with-brian-linkart/ CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/297354921-480px-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230709T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230709T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230509T011211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T011211Z UID:7374-1688886900-1688911200@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Birds & Brew - Mueller State Park & Paradox Brewing DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, July 9\nMueller State Park (8am) followed by Paradox Brewing (12pm)\n– We will hike through the montane forest and meadows and past a couple ponds to find a variety of birds. This will also be a great wildflower walk!\n– Bring binoculars and good hiking shoes.our route will take us 4 miles over moderate terrain. Dress for the Divide\, CO forecast.\n– Carpool/caravan option from OCC Safeway (3275 W Colorado Ave) at 7:15am. Keep in mind that unless you have an annual pass\, a $10 vehicle charge will apply at the entrance.\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica at Jessicaisbirding@gmail.com URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brew-mueller-state-park-paradox-brewing/ LOCATION:Mueller State Park\, 21045 CO 67\, Divide\, CO\, 80814 CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Screenshot-2023-02-21-at-1.11.30-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230721T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230721T090000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230707T163320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T163320Z UID:7549-1689922800-1689930000@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Bear Creek East with Cinnamon Bergeron - July 21st at 7a DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken & Cinnamon Bergeron on a walk at Bear Creek East\, Friday\, July 21st at 7a– meet by the Garden Plot parking lot.\n\nBear Creek East’s trails are through rolling foothills and along the creek\, which are great for all-season birding.\n– Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. We will be on slightly rolling terrain.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast.\n\nIf you’d like to borrow a pair of binoculars\, please email mhelton016@gmail.com in advance!\n\n\nNo registration is required.\n\nBathroom facilities are available in the administration building. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/bear-creek-east-with-cinnamon-bergeron-july-21st-at-7a/ LOCATION:Bear Creek Regional Park – East\, 2002 Creek Crossing\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Screenshot-2023-07-07-at-10.31.54-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230813T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230813T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230509T011748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T011748Z UID:7376-1691917200-1691931600@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Birds & Brew Adams Open Space & Peaks N Pines Brewing DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 13\n\nAdams Open Space (9am) followed by Peaks N Pines Brewing (12pm)\n– We’ll stroll along Jimmy Camp Creek’s wetlands\, riparian woodlands\, and cottonwood forest in search of a variety of birds that enjoy this hidden little park.\n– Meet at the Fountain Library (230 S Main St\, Fountain\, CO 80817). The Library is closed on Sundays\, so no bathrooms are on site.\n– Bring binoculars and good walking shoes. This trail is relatively flat and easy. Dress for the Fountain\, CO forecast.\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica at Jessicaisbirding@gmail.com URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brew-adams-open-space-peaks-n-pines-brewing/ LOCATION:Adams Open Space\, 298 S Main St\, Fountain\, CO\, 80817 CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Screenshot-2023-05-08-at-7.16.19-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230912T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230912T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230801T225633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T225633Z UID:7560-1694538000-1694545200@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Join Aiken & Diana Beatty at Fountain Creek Nature Center - September 12 DESCRIPTION:Join us for a bird walk at Fountain Creek Nature Center on September 12\, 5-7 pm\, led by Diana Beatty. \nFountain Creek Regional Park is a natural migration corridor and the major watercourse of the Pikes Peak region. Come explore the ponds\, streams\, wetlands\, forest\, and grasslands of this 450-acre county park to discover its birds and other wildlife.  \n\nAppropriate for all levels of birders.\nPhysical difficulty: Easy.\nIf you’d like to borrow a pair of binoculars\, please let mhelton016@gmail.com know in advance.\n\nMeet at Fountain Creek Nature Center (map). URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-diana-beatty-at-fountain-creek-nature-center-september-12/ LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817 CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Screen-Shot-2022-08-24-at-11.06.22-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230913T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230913T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230824T214442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T214442Z UID:7623-1694595600-1694602800@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Rock Ledge Ranch with Kip Miller - September 13! DESCRIPTION:Rock Ledge Ranch Weekday Birding: Wednesday\, September 13\, 9:00 a.m. \nLocated adjacent to Garden of the Gods Park in Colorado Springs\, Rock Ledge Ranch can be a surprisingly good location for observing migrant songbirds during spring and fall migrations. Today we’ll spend a few hours slowly working around the grounds checking the wooded areas\, as well as the farm and open areas for birds pausing to rest and refuel on their way south. We may walk a mile or so\, but slowly and on easy terrain. \nKip Miller will lead this outing. Meet at the south end of the Garden of the Gods overflow parking area. (Directions will be provided to all registrants.) Group size will be limited to 12 participants. For more information or to reserve a space\, please contact Kip at hlbirdguide@gmail.com. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/rock-ledge-ranch-with-kip-miller-september-13/ LOCATION:Rock Ledge Ranch\, 3199 Chambers Way\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Screen-Shot-2022-09-15-at-10.53.44-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230919T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230919T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230801T230109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T230109Z UID:7562-1695142800-1695150000@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Fountain Creek Nature Center with Diana Beatty\, September 19th! DESCRIPTION:Join us for a bird walk at Fountain Creek Nature Center on September 19\, 5-7 pm\, led by Diana Beatty. \nFountain Creek Regional Park is a natural migration corridor and the major watercourse of the Pikes Peak region. Come explore the ponds\, streams\, wetlands\, forest\, and grasslands of this 450-acre county park to discover its birds and other wildlife.  \n\nAppropriate for all levels of birders.\nPhysical difficulty: Easy.\nIf you’d like to borrow a pair of binoculars\, please let mhelton016@gmail.com know in advance.\n\nMeet at Fountain Creek Nature Center (map). URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/fountain-creek-nature-center-with-diana-beatty-september-19th/ LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817 CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Screenshot-2023-08-01-at-4.58.07-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230921T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230921T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230820T150016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230827T172701Z UID:7596-1695281400-1695301200@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Chico Basin with Linda Hodges - September 21st - FULL for the trip and waitlist! DESCRIPTION:The Chico trip and waitlist are now FULL.  Thank you. \n  \nJoin Aiken & Linda Hodges on Thursday\, September 21st! \nFall migration will be in full swing in September at Chico Basin Ranch! We’ll stop at the banding station\, then look for warblers and flycatchers coming through as well as Scaled Quail\, Ladder-backed Woodpeckers\, Canyon Towhees and Northern Mockingbirds. One of the joys of the Chico migrant trap is you never know what will show up! Details to follow\, but plan on a timeframe of 7:30 to noon or 1:00. High-clearance vehicles will be needed\, as will your $10 for the Chico entrance fee. Contact Linda Hodges at hikerhodges@gmail.com to register. \n22500 S Peyton Hwy\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80928 URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/chico-basin-with-linda-hodges-september-21st/ LOCATION:Chico Basin Ranch\, 22500 S Peyton Hwy\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80928\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Screenshot-2023-08-20-at-8.58.48-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230924T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230924T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230822T220556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T220556Z UID:7611-1695546000-1695556800@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Birds & Brews with Jessica Miller Manitou Lake (9am)  followed by BierWerks (11am) DESCRIPTION:Sunday\,September 24 \nManitou Lake (9am)  followed by BierWerks (11am)\n– Manitou Lake is surrounded by evergreen forests\, meadows\, and wetlands formed by beaver dams. The diverse habitat\, flat walking\, and lovely scenery make this a great birding destination\, especially during migration! On our way home we’ll stop by BierWerks Brewery in Woodland Park to enjoy German ales and lagers.\n– This is an easy/moderate 2 mile hike along mostly flat\, uneven trails.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Woodland Park forecast. Lederhosen not necessary.\n– At the entrance\, a $10 fee per vehicle is charged. Option to carpool/caravan from Old Colorado City area at 7:15am.\n– RSVP by emailing trip leader Jessica Miller at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-with-jessica-miller-manitou-lake-9am-followed-by-bierwerks-11am/ LOCATION:Manitou Lake CO-67\, CO-67\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Screenshot-2023-08-22-at-4.05.01-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230927T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230927T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230824T214925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T214925Z UID:7625-1695803400-1695814200@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Clear Spring Ranch with Kip Miller - September 27th! DESCRIPTION:Clear Spring Ranch Weekday Birding: Wednesday\, September 27\, 8:30 a.m. \nJoin us for a late September morning exploring this county-managed\, 970-acre park along Fountain Creek for both migrant and wintering birds. In addition to the riparian forest\, the park hosts extensive grasslands\, where sparrows\, raptors\, and other species can be found. Total walking distance may be up to three miles\, but at an easy birding pace and on level trails and gravel roads. \nKip Miller will lead this outing. Meet at the Clear Spring Ranch parking lot. (Directions will be provided to all registrants.) Group size limited to 12. For more information or to reserve a space\, please contact Kip at hlbirdguide@gmail.com. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/clear-spring-ranch-with-kip-miller-september-27th/ LOCATION:Clear Spring Ranch\, Loren Lane\, Fountain\, CO\, 80817\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Clear-Spring-Ranch-Small.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231020T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231020T103000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20231006T164815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T164815Z UID:7743-1697790600-1697797800@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Fountain Creek - Kohl's Parking to Mule Farm - with Cinnamon Bergeron! DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken & Cinnamon Bergeron on a walk along Fountain Creek – Kohl’s parking lot to Mule Farm.  We’ll meet in the Kohl’s parking lot toward the pond.  October 20\, 2023 – 830-1030a\n\nThere is a mix of woodland\, wetland\, meadow\, and pond habitats along Fountain Creek\, which are great all year for birding.\n– Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. We will be on relatively flat terrain.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Fountain forecast. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/fountain-creek-kohls-parking-to-mule-farm-with-cinnamon-bergeron/ LOCATION:Fountain Creek from Kohl’s to Mule Farm\, 2725 Janitell Road\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screenshot-2023-10-06-at-10.46.58-AM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231022T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231022T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230822T220927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T220927Z UID:7614-1697965200-1697979600@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Birds & Brews with Jessica Miller - Palmer Park (9am) followed by Deuces Wild Brewery (12pm) DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, October 22\nPalmer Park (9am) followed by Deuces Wild Brewery (12pm)\n–  We’ll explore meadows and pine-oak scrub habitats while enjoying great views of Pikes Peak and the park’s own great rock formations. We’ll look for mostly year-round residents while hoping for a late migrant or two.\n– This hike will be moderate\, going 3 miles over uneven terrain with some incline.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast.\n– RSVP by emailing trip leader Jessica Miller at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-with-jessica-miller-palmer-park-9am-followed-by-deuces-wild-brewery-12pm/ LOCATION:Palmer park\, 3344-3376 Paseo Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80909\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Screenshot-2023-08-22-at-4.08.45-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231111T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231111T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230824T215331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231014T133059Z UID:7627-1699689600-1699714800@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Lake Pueblo State Park with Kip Miller - Changed to November 11th! DESCRIPTION:Lake Pueblo State Park: Saturday\, November 11th\, 8:00 am – 3:00 p.m. \nJoin us for this Aiken Audubon fall outing to Lake Pueblo State Park. Waterbirds will certainly be a major focus – we’ll scan for loons\, ducks\, grebes\, gulls and more from the lake’s best vantage points – but we’ll also be alert for raptors and land birds in the park’s desert habitats and in wooded areas below the dam. Our actual itinerary will be flexible based on recent reports\, weather conditions and time – but it should be a fun day of easy birding (no long hikes planned). We’ll spend the morning and a few hours of the afternoon in or near the park\, so pack a lunch\, water and such and remember to bring along warm layers in the event of chilling fall breezes. \nKip Miller will lead this outing. We will meet at the Lake Pueblo State Park Office and Visitor Center. (Please note an $10/vehicle daily fee or Colorado State Parks annual pass is required for entry to Lake Pueblo State Park.) Group size will be limited to 12 participants. For more information or to reserve a space\, please contact Kip at hlbirdguide@gmail.com. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/lake-pueblo-state-park-with-kip-miller-october-21st/ LOCATION:Lake Pueblo State Park (Visitor Center)\, 601-633 Pueblo Reservoir Rd\, Pueblo\, CO\, 81005\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Screenshot-2023-08-24-at-3.52.56-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231118T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231118T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20231105T142828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T142828Z UID:7775-1700298000-1700305200@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Weekend Waterbirds at Prospect Lake – Saturday\, November 18\, 9:00 a.m. DESCRIPTION:Weekend Waterbirds at Prospect Lake – Saturday\, November 18\, 9:00 a.m. \n\nDespite its urban location\, Prospect Lake in Colorado Springs’ Memorial Park is a well-known waterbird magnet during migration and in early winter when open water remains available. With this in mind\, we will meet here this morning to check the lake for ducks\, geese\, grebes\, gulls and more – as well as the occasional raptor attracted by these birds. \nWalking distance around the lake is approximately 1.25 miles. We will start from the main parking lot on the lake’s east side\, off of South Union Boulevard (adjacent to the Peace Officers Memorial). Remember to bring along warm layers in the event of chilling fall breezes. \n\nKip Miller will lead this outing. For more information or to reserve a space\, please contact Kip at hlbirdguide@gmail.com. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/weekend-waterbirds-at-prospect-lake-saturday-november-18-900-a-m/ LOCATION:Prospect Lake\, South Union Blvd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Screenshot-2022-11-26-at-3.57.40-PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kip Miller":MAILTO:hlbirdguide@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231119T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231119T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20230822T221303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T154425Z UID:7617-1700395200-1700409600@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:At Capacity - Full! Birds & Brews with Jessica Miller - Stratton Open Space (12pm) followed by Happy Taps (3pm) DESCRIPTION:We’re at capacity for Sunday’s trip!  If you’d like to be waitlisted\, please reach out to Jessica at the address below!\n\nSunday\, November 19\nStratton Open Space (12pm) followed by Happy Taps (3pm)\n– Explore the foothills meadows and pine oak forests in search of resident west-side birds.\n– This hike will be moderate\, going 3 miles over uneven terrain with some incline.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast.\n– RSVP by emailing trip leader Jessica Miller at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-with-jessica-miller-stratton-open-space-12pm-followed-by-happy-taps-3pm/ LOCATION:Stratton Open Space CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Screenshot-2023-08-22-at-4.12.22-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231126T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231126T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20231118T042218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T052152Z UID:7825-1700985600-1701001800@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Blackbird Friday Field Trip | Big Johnson Reservoir & Fountain Creek Nature Center DESCRIPTION:**Notice: Rescheduled to Sunday\, Nov 26 due to weather.** Big Johnson is the best reservoir in the Colorado Springs area\, and during migration and winter is teeming with ducks of many species\, gulls\, and sometimes loons and grebes. We’ll scan the lake for waterfowl and raptors\, and then take a short walk to look and listen for longspurs and scaled quail in the Bluestem Prairie Open Space. Afterwards we’ll head a few miles down the road to Fountain Creek Nature Center and get closer looks at waterfowl\, American Dippers\, various sparrows and any other recent arrivals that might be around. Total field trip time will be approximately 4-5 hours. There are no restrooms at Big Johnson\, but restrooms are available at Fountain Creek Nature Center. \nThis is a joint trip with Denver Field Ornithologists. \nFREE REGISTRATION HERE URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/blackbird-friday-big-johnson-reservoir-fountain-creek-nature-center/ LOCATION:Big Johnson Reservoir and Bluestem Prairie Open Space\, 6254 Goldfield Dr\, Colorado springs\, 80911\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/AikenRedWing.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231202T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231202T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20231128T015621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T015621Z UID:7851-1701507600-1701511200@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Join Joe LaFleur at Manitou Lake - December 2nd! DESCRIPTION:Manitou Lake Bird Walk\nSaturday\, Dec. 2- 9:00-10:00 AM. North of Woodland Park on Highway 67\, meet at entrance\, $10 access fee per vehicle.\nBeat cabin fever with a bird walk around Manitou Lake led by Joe LaFleur\, author of the book Mountain Birds of Teller County. In the event of a blizzard the walk will be cancelled\, otherwise dress warmly for cold and snowy conditions.For more info: 719-301-8801\, joe@betterbirdwatching.com \n  \nPhoto credit to Amanda Borges URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-joe-lafleur-at-manitou-lake-december-2nd/ LOCATION:Manitou Lake CO-67\, CO-67\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-27-at-6.54.46 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231210T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231210T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20231124T220407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231124T220407Z UID:7839-1702198800-1702209600@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Birds & Brews with Jessica Miller - Bear Creek East followed by Cerberus! DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, December 10 \nBear Creek East (9am) & Cerberus Brewing (11am)\n– We’ll explore Bear Creek\, the beaver ponds along it\, and the meadows and scrub oak habitat within Bear Creek Regional Park East. Afterwards we’ll head to Cerberus Brewing to warm up with a beer and brunch!\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs weather. Let Jessica know ahead of time if you need to borrow binoculars.\n– Difficulty: Moderate. We will be on relatively flat terrain with some incline and will walk about 2 miles.\n– Please RSVP by emailing Jessica at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com\n\nBear Creek East has 546 acres with foothill views and 10 miles of trails.  Hope that you’ll join us! URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-with-jessica-miller-bear-creek-east-followed-by-cerberus/ LOCATION:Bear Creek Regional Park – East\, 2002 Creek Crossing\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-24-at-3.01.30 PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Miller":MAILTO:jessicaisbirding@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231217T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231217T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20231124T221231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T174032Z UID:7844-1702800000-1702821600@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Pueblo Area with Jessica Miller - Joint Aiken & Denver Field Ornithologists Trip! DESCRIPTION:This trip is offered cooperatively by the Aiken Audubon Society and the Denver Field Ornithologists.\nPueblo area\n12/17/2023      8:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nLeader: Jessica Miller   jessicaisbirding@gmail.com or 706-288-8112\nTrip Difficulty: Moderate \nPlease sign up via DFO\, at https://dfobirds.org/FieldTrips/UpcomingTrips.aspx\n \nDirections\nSee trip description for meeting instructions \nThis trip is limited to the first 15 registrations. \nHabitats to bird: Developed\, Reservoir\, Riparian\, Wetland\nLet’s head down to Pueblo to peruse Runyon Lake\, Pueblo City Park\, Valco Ponds\, and Pueblo Reservoir. Whatever interesting gulls\, waterfowl\, or wintering migrants may be lurking about\, we’re sure to find them! Bring water\, snacks\, and lunch. Don’t forget sunscreen\, a hat\, your binoculars\, a scope if you have one\, and a camera if you like. If you would like to borrow a pair of binoculars\, let the trip leader know. Bathrooms will be available regularly. Wear good walking shoes\, our trip will be over relatively flat\, easy\, unpaved terrain. Carpool and caravan options from Denver\, Colorado Springs\, and Pueblo areas will be provided. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/pueblo-area-with-jessica-miller-joint-aiken-denver-field-ornithologists-trip/ LOCATION:Pueblo Area CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-24-at-3.11.44 PM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Miller":MAILTO:jessicaisbirding@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240104T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240104T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20231223T235634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231223T235634Z UID:7892-1704360600-1704367800@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Stratton Open Space with Mary Rudolph - January 4\, 2024! DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken and Mary Rudolph on January 4\, 2024 at 930a!  Plan to meet at Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center (2120 S Cheyenne Canyon Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80906) and we’ll walk the Stratton Open Space.  Difficulty is easy to medium\, mostly flat terrain with some hilly sections. \nBring your binoculars and dress for the forecast!  If you would like to borrow a set of binoculars\, please send an email to mhelton016@gmail.com to reserve in advance. \nNo registration is necessary!  We just hope to see you and a bunch of birds! \nGet to know your leader: \nMary Rudolph graduated from Colorado College in 2023 with a major in organismal biology (emphasis in ornithology) and a minor in Arabic. Born and raised in Colorado Springs\, she is an avid long-distance trail runner who loves doing just about anything outside. She first started working with Audubon after attending the Audubon Convention in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, in 2019. She now serves on the Audubon Rockies board of directors and the Audubon Council of Colorado. Mary also founded Tiger Audubon\, the Colorado College Audubon campus chapter. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/stratton-open-space-with-mary-rudolph-january-4-2024/ LOCATION:Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\, 2120 S. Cheyenne Cañon Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screenshot-2023-12-23-at-4.55.02 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240107T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240107T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20231124T220724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231124T220724Z UID:7842-1704636000-1704643200@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Birds & Brews with Jessica Miller - Prospect Lake followed by Mash Mechanix DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, January 7\nProspect Lake (2pm) & Mash Mechanix (4pm)\n\n– Prospect Lake is an urban recreational site\, but this large body of water is a magnet for waterfowl and gulls in the winter. Who knows what may pop up here! Afterwards we’ll pop over to Mash Mechanix.\n– Difficulty: Easy. We will be on relatively flat terrain and will walk about 1.25 miles.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. Bring a scope if you have one. Let Jessica know if you need to borrow a pair of binoculars.\n– Meet at the Swing High Playground parking lot on the south west side of the lake; a house across the street has the address 812 Prospect Lake Dr.\n\n– Please RSVP by emailing Jessica at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-with-jessica-miller-prospect-lake-followed-by-mash-mechanix/ LOCATION:Prospect Lake\, South Union Blvd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-19-at-10.51.48 AM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Miller":MAILTO:jessicaisbirding@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240128T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240128T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20231202T004907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T081342Z UID:7857-1706432400-1706454000@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Ducks & Donuts with Tally Kerr & DFO | January 28 DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second of four\, in a new series of winter bird walks focusing on winter waterfowl. \nThis series focuses on helping developing birders learn how to identify winter waterfowl\, but all levels of expertise are welcome. If you’re a developing birder\, please join us. This will be a great opportunity to learn together. \nThis is a special joint trip with Denver Field Ornithologists to the Pueblo area! \nThe day will start with donuts at Daylight Donuts in Pueblo. We will then enjoy birding along the Arkansas River between The Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center and Lake Pueblo. Ducks are at the top of our list for the day\, and we will also be looking for a variety of sparrows\, phoebes\, wrens\, woodpeckers\, hawks and more. This is a good area to discover something unusual along the river and in the nearby thickets. If time allows\, we will stop by Pueblo City Park to conclude the trip. \nThe day will include approximately 5 miles of walking with possible areas of mud and ice.\nPlan for Colorado weather and dress accordingly for cold and changing weather.\nPack your binoculars or let Tally know if you need to borrow a pair.\nScopes will be available to share\, but feel free to bring your own if you’d like.\nBe sure to pack snacks\, lunch\, water and sunscreen.\nRestrooms will be available at several spots.\nCarpooling meeting spots will be announced for those in Denver Metro area and for those in the Pikes Peak region. \nRegistration is required through the Denver Field Ornithologists website.\nClick on Field Trips\, and scroll down to select this trip. If you don’t see the trip listed\, please check back often. URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/ducks-donuts-with-tally-kerr-december-30/ LOCATION:Pueblo Area CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/valco-ponds.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Tally Kerr":MAILTO:programs@aikenaudubon.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240210T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240210T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T160857 CREATED:20240123T140507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T142158Z UID:7944-1707555600-1707559200@www.aikenaudubon.com SUMMARY:Manitou Lake Bird Walk led by Joe LaFleur - February 10 DESCRIPTION:A note from Joe (2/8/24):\n\n\n\nForecast is showing light snow from Friday thru Sat. AM\, about 4 inches total\, also cold\, in the 20s\, however one good thing it won’t be windy. I will be there regardless!\n\n\n\n\nManitou Lake Bird Walk\nSaturday\, February 10\n9:00-10:00 AM\nGuided Bird Walk at Manitou Lake north of Woodland Park on Highway 67\, meet at entrance. Manitou Lake is the best birding area in Teller County because it features a diversity of habitats\, including wetlands that are not a common habitat type in the county. A bonus boardwalk provides easy access through the wetland. In addition\, the moving water below the spillway provides open water that attracts birds in winter.\n$10 vehicle access\, binoculars suggested. In the event of a blizzard\, the walk will be cancelled\, otherwise dress warmly and be prepared for snowy conditions.\nWalk led by local birding expert and author Joe LaFleur.\nMore info: joe@betterbirdwatching.com\, 719-301-8801 URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/manitou-lake-bird-walk-led-by-joe-lafleur-february-10/ LOCATION:Manitou Lake CO-67\, CO-67\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screenshot-2023-11-27-at-6.54.46 PM.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR