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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews Monthly Bird Walks - Carpool Options
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a seasoned birder or an amateur\, join Jessica Miller for a bird walk at Mueller State Park (21045 CO-67\, Divide\, CO 80814) on Saturday\, July 16\, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm. Walking will be at a slow pace on small hills and about 4 miles long. Consider bringing binoculars and a field guide to enhance your birding experience. \nAfterward\, you’re invited to join us at Paradox Brewing (10 Buffalo Ct\, Divide\, CO 80814) for a libation and some friendly chat! \nNo need to register\, just show-up!  Help us make this a fun monthly gathering! \nDetails on specific meeting location will be provided soon! \n  \nFor a carpool or caravan option\, we will meet at the Old Colorado City Safeway\, 3275 W Colorado Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80904\, at 7am. We will leave by 7:15am from there. Folks are also welcome to meet us at 8:00 a.m. at the Mueller State Park Visitor Center.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-monthly-bird-walks-3/
LOCATION:Mueller State Park\, 21045 CO 67\, Divide\, CO\, 80814
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Miller":MAILTO:jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Birding at Clear Spring Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a seasoned birder or an amateur\, join Ruben Rodriguez this Saturday – August 20\, 2022 at 730a – Clear Springs Ranch! Please plan to meet at the Ranch located at Loren Lane\, Fountain\, CO 80817. \nWalking will be at a slow pace on relatively level trails. Consider bringing binoculars and a field guide to enhance your birding experience.\nAfterward\, you’re invited to join us at Fountain Starbucks for a libation and some friendly chat!\nNo need to register\, just show-up! \nDriving Directions:\nClear Spring Ranch Open Space can be reached from Interstate 25\, Exit 123; proceed to east side of Interstate\, cross the railroad tracks\, and enter the property. Parking lot is on the north side of the entrance road. \n 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birding-at-clear-spring-ranch/
LOCATION:Clear Spring Ranch\, Loren Lane\, Fountain\, CO\, 80817\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ruben Rodriguez":MAILTO:ruben1011@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220821T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220821T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews Monthly Bird Walks
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a seasoned birder or an amateur\, join Jessica Miller for a bird walk at Stratton Open Space (1504 Ridgeway Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80906) on Sunday\, August 21\, 8:00-11:00 am. Walking will be at a slow pace on relatively level trails. Consider bringing binoculars and a field guide to enhance your birding experience. \nAfterward\, you’re invited to join us at Bristol Brewing (1604 S Cascade Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80905) for a libation and some friendly chat! \nNo need to register\, just show-up!  Help us make this a fun monthly gathering!
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-monthly-bird-walks-4/
LOCATION:Stratton Open Space
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Miller":MAILTO:jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220827T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220827T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
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SUMMARY:Crows & Coffee - Starsmore Discovery Center
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a seasoned birder or an amateur\, join PJ Markus and Melissa Wetzig for a bird walk at Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center (2120 S Cheyenne Canyon Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80906 in the parking area). Walking will be at a slow pace on relatively level trails. Consider bringing binoculars and a field guide to enhance your birding experience. \nAfterward\, you’re invited to join us for coffee and some friendly chat! \nNo need to register\, just show-up!  Help us make this a fun monthly gathering!
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/crows-coffee-starsmore-discovery-center/
LOCATION:Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\, 2120 S. Cheyenne Cañon Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Helton":MAILTO:mhelton016@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220908T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20220824T162409Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Outing at Chico Basin Ranch\, Thursday\, Sept 8th\, 7 a.m. to noon
DESCRIPTION:See what birds visit Chico in the fall\, and spend some time with Bird Conservancy of the Rockies’ bird bander and her captures.\nWe’ll meet at the Tejon St Park-n-Ride at 7:00 a.m.  You may also join us at Hanover Fire Station at 8:00. We’ll carpool from there. High clearance vehicles are a plus. The trip is limited to 10 participants. Cost is $10 per person unless you have a season pass. Please contact Linda Hodges at hikerhodges@gmail.com to reserve a spot.\nMore information will be provided once your spot is reserved! \n  \n\n\n\nLet Linda know if you don’t have binoculars and she’ll try to secure some for you.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/bird-outing-at-chico-basin-ranch-thursday-sept-8th-7-a-m-to-noon/
LOCATION:Chico Basin – Hanover Fire Station\, 175505 S Peyton Hwy\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80928\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Hodges":MAILTO:hikerhodges@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220910T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220910T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
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SUMMARY:Fall Bird Count - Fountain Creek Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:Fall Bird Count  \nSaturday\, September 10\, 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.  \nJoin the annual tradition and help record the number of bird species and populations found in Fountain Creek Regional Park during fall migration.  $5/person donation.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/fall-bird-count-fountain-creek-regional-park/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220917T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220917T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20220911T011809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220911T011809Z
UID:6728-1663399800-1663410600@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Crows & Coffee - Austin Bluffs and Pike's Perk!
DESCRIPTION:“Whether you’re a seasoned birder or an amateur\, join Collin Hildreth for a bird walk at Austin Bluffs and Pulpit Rock Open Space. We will meet at UCCS Parking Lot 580 (600 N Campus Heights). We will then proceed past the Heller Center and into the open space from there. Meet up time is 730a on Saturday\, September 17th.  Walking will be at a slow pace on hilly\, rock and dirt trails. Consider bringing sturdy shoes\, binoculars and a field guide to enhance your birding experience. \nAfterward\, you’re invited to join us for coffee and some friendly chat at Pike’s Perk on North Academy Blvd (5965 N Academy Blvd). \nNo need to register\, just show-up!  Help us make this a fun monthly gathering!” \nMeet Collin! \nHello! My name is Collin Hildreth and I am a new field trip leader for Aiken Audubon. \nI am a long-time birder and avid hiker here in Colorado Springs. I have lived in Colorado Springs for the past seven years and I have spent that time exploring many of Colorado’s unique trails while watching some incredible birds along the way! I began bird watching about 8 years ago while attending high school in New Hampshire.  \nI certainly cannot pick one single bird as my favorite. However\, Common Yellowthroats do hold a very special place in my heart! I also enjoy nature photography\, so while I am out I usually have my camera in tow. \nI personally find bird watching incredible because there are just so many birds to see and identify wherever I am in the world. Whether I am on a mountaintop or downtown there are always birds around. It truly is a hobby for everyone! \nI also love to learn! Therefore\, I aim to promote an atmosphere of knowledge sharing on the trips that I lead. That way\, we all can learn the most from each other and enjoy our hobby to the fullest. Myself included!
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/crows-coffee-austin-bluffs-and-pikes-perk/
LOCATION:UCCS Parking Lot 580 (600 N Campus Heights)\, 600 N Campus Heights\, Colorado Springs
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220925T071500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220925T130000
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews - Manitou Lake & BierWerks
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a seasoned birder or an amateur\, join Jessica Miller for a bird walk at Manitou Lake (CO-67\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80903) on Sunday\, September 25\, 8:00-11:00 am. \n\nManitou 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\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Woodland Park forecast. Lederhosen not necessary!\n– Option to carpool/caravan from OCC Safeway (3275 W Colorado Ave) at 7:15am. At the entrance\, a $8 cash fee per vehicle is charged; $4 for seniors with Senior’s National Park Pass.\n  \nNo need to register\, just show-up!  Help us make this a fun monthly gathering!
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-manitou-lake-bierwerks/
LOCATION:Manitou Lake CO-67\, CO-67\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Miller":MAILTO:jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
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SUMMARY:Rock Ledge Ranch with Kip Miller
DESCRIPTION:Rock Ledge Ranch Weekday Birding: Wednesday\, October 5\, 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/
LOCATION:Rock Ledge Ranch\, 3199 Chambers Way\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kip Miller":MAILTO:hlbirdguide@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221015T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20220925T141610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220925T141610Z
UID:6832-1665822600-1665846000@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Lake Pueblo State Park with Kip Miller
DESCRIPTION:Lake Pueblo State Park: Saturday\, October 15\, 8:30 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/
LOCATION:Lake Pueblo State Park (Visitor Center)\, 601-633 Pueblo Reservoir Rd\, Pueblo\, CO\, 81005\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kip Miller":MAILTO:hlbirdguide@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221016T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20220915T200157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T200157Z
UID:6768-1665907200-1665921600@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Birds & Brews - Bear Creek Nature Center & OCC Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, October 16\nBear Creek Nature Center (8am) followed by OCC Brewing (10:30am)\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.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-bear-creek-nature-center-occ-brewing/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Nature Center\, 245 Bear Creek Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221025T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221025T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20220925T141822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220925T141822Z
UID:6834-1666686600-1666697400@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Clear Springs Ranch with Kip Miller
DESCRIPTION:Clear Spring Ranch Birding: Tuesday\, October 25\, 8:30 a.m. \nJoin us for a late October 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 Springs 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-springs-ranch-with-kip-miller/
LOCATION:Clear Spring Ranch\, Loren Lane\, Fountain\, CO\, 80817\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kip Miller":MAILTO:hlbirdguide@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221112T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20220925T142022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220925T142139Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Pueblo State Park with Kip Miller
DESCRIPTION:Lake Pueblo State Park: Saturday\, November 12\, 8:30 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/
LOCATION:Lake Pueblo State Park (Visitor Center)\, 601-633 Pueblo Reservoir Rd\, Pueblo\, CO\, 81005\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20220915T201041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220915T201041Z
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews - Sondermann Park and Cerberus Brewing Company
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 20\nSondermann Park (9am)  followed by Cerberus Brewing Company (11am)\n\n\n\n– We’ll wind through creek-side trails and check out the scrub-oak meadows of this small-but-mighty west-side park.The walking here is relatively flat and easy. Afterwards we’ll head down to Cerberus Brewing Co. to enjoy drinks and snacks in the heated outdoor tent.\n– Meet at 740 W Caramillo St\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80907. If the parking lot happens to be full or closed\, there is plenty of street parking nearby.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-sondermann-park-and-cerberus-brewing-company/
LOCATION:Sondermann Park\, 740 W Carmamillo St\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20221028T210041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T204006Z
UID:6892-1671004800-1671019200@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Fountain Creek Christmas Bird Count - December 14\, 2022 - Now FULL!
DESCRIPTION:Fountain Creek Christmas Bird Count on 12/14!  Diana Beatty is coordinating the bird count and will need a few participants to assist.  Reach out to Diana (otowi33.33@gmail.com) toward the end of November / start of December to work out area assignments.  There are a lot of private land count areas that will be coordinated.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/fountain-creek-christmas-bird-count-december-14-2022/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews - Quail Lake & Urban Animal!
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, December 18 \nQuail Lake (10am)  followed by Urban Animal (12pm)\n– Quail Lake is a 22 acre reservoir on the southwest side of town used primarily for recreation like fishing and paddle boarding\, but anywhere with this much water should be birded. We’ll look for the usual winter suspects plus gulls and waterfowl. We may peruse some social trails in an adjacent greenspace. Afterwards we’ll stop by Urban Animal Beer Co just a couple miles away.\n– Difficulty: Easy. We will be on relatively flat terrain and will walk no more than 2 miles.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. Bring a scope if you have one.\n– No public restroom on site\n– Meet at Quail Lake Park Parking at the Corner of E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd and Quail Lake Rd.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-quail-lake-urban-animal/
LOCATION:Quail Lake Park\, Corner of E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd and Quail Lake Rd.
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Miller":MAILTO:jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20221224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20221224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20221028T211111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221130T203922Z
UID:6895-1671872400-1671883200@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Nature Walk - Fountain Creek
DESCRIPTION:Join Diana Beatty and Aiken Audubon for a Christmas Eve Nature Walk – December 24\, 2022\, 9a-12n! \nFountain Creek Nature Center offers a look into the marsh wildlife area with a variety of discovery experiences.  Easy walking trails are throughout\, binoculars are available with advanced notice.  No reservations required.  Please arrive at the Fountain Creek Nature Center by 9a. \n  \n320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, CO 80817\nFrom I-25 Exit 132A\, go east on CO 16 to US Highway\, then south one-half mile. Turn west on Cattail Marsh Road to parking area.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/christmas-eve-nature-walk-fountain-creek/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20221213T221551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T221551Z
UID:7022-1673602200-1673611200@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Fountain Creek (Kohl's to Mule Farm)
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.\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-to-mule-farm/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek from Kohl’s to Mule Farm\, 2725 Janitell Road\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20221126T225831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T173624Z
UID:6935-1674378000-1674388800@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Birds & Brews - Prospect Lake and Local Relic
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, January 22 \nProspect Lake at Memorial Park (9am) followed by Local Relic (11am)\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 Local Relic\, just a couple minutes away\, for beers and maybe brunch.\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.\n– No public restroom on site\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\n\nPlease email Jessica Miller with your yes RSVP at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com !\nIf you change your mind after replying yes\, kindly let Jessica know!  Thank you!
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-prospect-lake-and-local-relic/
LOCATION:Prospect Lake 715 Prospect Lake Dr.\, Colorado Springs\, 715 Prospect Lake Dr\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80910\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Miller":MAILTO:jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230128T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20221228T184916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T184916Z
UID:7027-1674896400-1674903600@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Bear Creek East With Cinnamon Bergeron! January 28!
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken & Cinnamon Bergeron on a walk at Bear Creek East\, Saturday -January 28 at 9a – 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.\nNo registration is required.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/bear-creek-east-with-cinnamon-bergeron-january-28/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Regional Park – East\, 2002 Creek Crossing\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230211T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20230126T141437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230211T051739Z
UID:7100-1676106000-1676115000@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Aiken Bird Walk at Red Rock Open Space Trails!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 11 with Collin Hildreth! \nRed Rock Open Space Trails at 9a!\n\n-Red Rock Canyon Open Space is a 1\,474-acre city park in Colorado Springs\, Colorado. It is situated on the west side of the city\, adjacent to Manitou Springs and south of U.S. Route 24. The park consists of a series of parallel ridges and eroded canyons.\n– Difficulty: Easy to Medium. We will be on relatively flat terrain\, with some small hilly paths.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast.\n– There is a bathroom (porta-potty) available at trail head.\n– Meet in the eastern-most parking lot at 3550 W High St\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80904 (take the 2nd exit from the roundabout\, then continue until the road dead-ends in the eastern parking lot)\n– Call Collin if needed at 603-581-8752.\n\nNo registration is necessary.\n\nAiken will be asking you to sign a waiver with the following information:\n\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. \n\n 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-bird-walk-at-red-rock-open-space-trails/
LOCATION:Red Rock Canyon Open Space\, 3550 W High St\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230219T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20221228T185659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230218T224455Z
UID:7031-1676797200-1676804400@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Clear Creek Ranch with Cinnamon Bergeron!  Rescheduled to Feb 19
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken & Cinnamon Bergeron on a walk at Clear Spring  Ranch \, Sunday – February 19 at 9a – meet at the parking lot closest to the trail head.\n\n\n– Difficulty: Easy. We will be on slightly rolling terrain.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast.\nNo registration is required.\n\nTake exit 123 off of I-25.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/stratton-open-space-with-cinnamon-bergeron-february-18/
LOCATION:Stratton Open Space
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20221126T230508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T173535Z
UID:6939-1677402000-1677416400@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Birds & Brews - Fountain Creek Nature Center & Peaks N Pines Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, February 26\nFountain Creek Nature Center (9am) followed by Peaks N Pines Brewing Company (12pm)\n– With a mix of woodland\, wetland\, meadow\, and pond habitats along Fountain Creek\, the trails in Fountain Creek Regional Park are great all year for birding. We’ll check out the birdfeeders\, listen for Great Horned Owls and Virginia Rails\, scope out the ponds for waterfowl\, and look for rarities at the ‘spa’. Afterwards we’ll head into Fountain for a couple beers at Peaks N Pines.\n– Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. We will be on relatively flat terrain and will walk no more than 2.5 miles.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Fountain forecast.\n– Restrooms available at the start and end of the walk\n– Meet at Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane.\n\n\n\n\nPlease email Jessica Miller with your yes RSVP at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com !\nIf you change your mind after replying yes\, kindly let Jessica know!  Thank you!
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-fountain-creek-nature-center-peaks-n-pines-brewing/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Miller":MAILTO:jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230303T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230303T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20230221T161612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T200012Z
UID:7142-1677834000-1677841200@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Rock Ledge Ranch with Cinnamon Bergeron
DESCRIPTION:Please join Aiken & Cinnamon at Rock Ledge Ranch on Friday\, March 3 – 9a! \nRock 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. \n\n\n– Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. We will be on relatively even terrain and will walk no more than 3 miles. Depending on weather conditions leading up to the trip\, trails could be snowy or muddy.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. If you don’t have a pair of binoculars\, let us know in advance and we’ll bring extra!\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\nNo reservation required.  You will be asked to sign a waiver prior to the walk.\n\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/rock-ledge-ranch-with-cinnamon-bergeron/
LOCATION:Rock Ledge Ranch\, 3199 Chambers Way\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230319T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230319T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20230221T201243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T202343Z
UID:7152-1679212800-1679230800@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Birds & Brews with Jessica Miller Ute Valley Park
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 19 \nUte Valley Park (8am)  followed by Trinity Brewing (11am)\n– Ute Valley Park is on the northwest side of the city and features interesting geological formations among foothills meadows and pine oak forests.  Afterwards we’ll stop by Trinity Brewing just a couple miles away for drinks. Trinity also has great food!\n– Difficulty: Moderate. We may walk three miles or so over uneven\, hilly terrain. 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– No public restroom on site\n– We will meet on the south west side of Ute Valley Park at the Pinon Valley Park Trailhead in a residential area at 5465 7 Oaks Dr\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80919\n– Trinity Brewing is about 7 minutes away at1466 Garden of the Gods Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80907\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica Miller is you’d like to join.  jessicaisbirding@gmail.com\nYou will be asked to sign a waiver prior to the walk.\n\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-sunday-march-19-at-8a/
LOCATION:Ute Valley Park\, 5465 7 Oaks Dr\,\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80919 \, CO\, 80919\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230403T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230403T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20230323T171758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T210314Z
UID:7196-1680510600-1680517800@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Pikeview Reservoir with Cinnamon Bergeron
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken and Cinnamon on Monday\, April 3 at Pikeview Reservoir 830-1030a!\nA trail runs along the river and reservoir\, with some pretty good birding spots! \n– Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. We will be on relatively even terrain and will walk no more than 2 miles.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. Don’t have binoculars? Let Melanie know if you would like to borrow a pair.\n-Directions:  From I-25\, take Garden of the Gods East just one block and turn right on Mark Dabling Blvd and then about a half block turn left into the parking lot just past Aspen Auto Clinic. There is a sign that says Pikeview Reservoir.   Google map:  https://goo.gl/maps/JNYNhzK8pDNoGCt57 \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\nAiken leaders or trip participants may take pictures which will be posted to our Facebook page or used in outreach materials. Please check next to your name if you are comfortable with your likeness being shared online. \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. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/pikeview-reservoir-with-cinnamon-bergeron/
LOCATION:Pikeview Reservoir\, 4401 Mark Dabling Blvd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Helton":MAILTO:mhelton016@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230416T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20230221T201943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230415T163429Z
UID:7158-1681632000-1681650000@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Birds & Brews with Jessica Miller Austin Bluffs Open Space
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 16 \nAustin Bluffs Open Space (8am) followed by Lost Friend Brewing Company (12pm)\n\n– Please RSVP to Jessica Miller if you’d like to join. Jessica Miller <jessicaisbirding@gmail.com>\n\n– Austin Bluffs is a relatively under-birded site on the north side of the city. We will hike along some interesting geography through foothills meadows and pine oak forests. Our turnaround point will be the Pulpit Rock overlook! Afterwards we’ll pop over to Lost Friend Brewing for a couple well-earned beers. There is typically a food truck on site.\n– Difficulty: Moderate. We will hike 4 miles over 4 hours over uneven trails. Depending on weather conditions leading upto the trip\, trails could be snowy or muddy.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. You might like to bring a snack and water. Don’t have binoculars? Let Jessica know you would like to borrow a pair.\n– No public restroom on site\n– We will meet on the east side at the intersection of Rockhurst Blvd. and University Park Blvd\, 38.909919\, -104.789987.  Park along Rockhurst Blvd and meet at the traffic circle.\nClick here for map\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica Miller if you’d like to join. Jessica Miller <jessicaisbirding@gmail.com>\nYou will be asked to sign a waiver prior to the walk.\n\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-austin-bluffs-open-space/
LOCATION:Rockhurst Blvd. and University Park Blvd\, 38.909919\, -104.789987.
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230419T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20230305T221454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T130938Z
UID:7166-1681889400-1681912800@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Chico Basin with Kara Laszczyk
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken & Kara Laszczyk for a bird trip to Chico Basin on Wednesday\, April 19th.  We will meet at Target (1630 E Cheyenne Mountain Road\, 80906) at 730a\, carpool and then will return to Target around 2p.  Pack a snack\, lunch and water. \nAttendance will be limited to the first 15 people to register – email mhelton016@gmail.com with your interest.  Entrance to the ranch is $10 per person.  We will be carpooling from Target.  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 a waiver prior to our trip.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/chico-basin-with-cinnamon-bergeron/
LOCATION:Chico  Basin Ranch\, 22500 S Peyton Hwy\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80928\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Helton":MAILTO:mhelton016@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230430T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230430T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
CREATED:20230415T172621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230415T173050Z
UID:7234-1682861400-1682870400@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Afternoon Birding at Kettle Lakes
DESCRIPTION:Not an early bird? Frustrated that every birding trip starts while you’re still snoozing? Then this trip is for you! Join Aiken board members Anna Joy Lehmicke and Tally Kerr for an afternoon of birding at Kettle Lakes\, near the Air Force Academy entrance. We’ll hope to find a variety of waterbirds on and around the lakes\, as well as migrant and resident songbirds in the surrounding trees and brush. Plan on a leisurely 2-3 mile walk on easy terrain (roads and groomed trails). Please RSVP below – group size will be limited to 12 people. More details\, including meeting location\, will be sent out just prior to the trip. \nPhoto: Patricia Henschen
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/afternoon-birding-at-kettle-lakes/
LOCATION:Kettle Lakes\, Airfield Dr\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80920
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anna Joy Lehmicke":MAILTO:alehmicke@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230503T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230503T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T131726
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Helton":MAILTO:mhelton016@gmail.com
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