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SUMMARY:Join DFO\, Aiken and David Suddjian on November 29th - Pueblo area!
DESCRIPTION:Registration opens at 12n on 11/8/24.  You must register on DFObirds.org \nPueblo area\n11/29/2024      6:30 AM – 5:00 PM\nLeader: David Suddjian   dsuddjian@gmail.com or 831-713-8659\nTrip Difficulty: Moderate\nDirections\nMeet at Lowe’s in Castle Rock near the outlet stores. I-25 south\, exit at Founders/Meadows Pkwy (exit 184)\, turn right (west)\, then right on Santa Fe Dr (Hwy 85)\, then right on New Beale St. Exact address 1360 New Beale St\, Castle Rock\, CO 80108\n View Meeting Place on Google Maps\nThis trip is limited to the first 12 registrations. \nHabitats to bird: Developed\, Grassland\, Reservoir\, Riparian\, Scrub\, Wetland\nLet’s head down to Pueblo to peruse likely hotspots at a great time for rare and uncommon migrants. We might see loons\, scoters\, grebes and fun gulls at Lake Pueblo State Park. Other locations such as Pueblo City Park\, and Valco Ponds will add some variety. Bring water\, snacks\, and lunch. Don’t forget sunscreen\, a hat\, your binoculars\, a scope if you have one. 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. Rendezvous options for Colorado Springs and Pueblo areas will be provided. We will begin at Lake Pueblo at 8 am.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-dfo-aiken-and-david-suddjian-on-november-29th-pueblo-area/
LOCATION:Pueblo Area
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:Join Aiken & Jessica Miller for Birds & Brews - Bear Creek Regional Park East & South Park Brewing!
DESCRIPTION:December 15 \nBear Creek Regional Park East (10am) & South Park Brewing (12pm)\n\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 South Park Brewing to warm up with a beer and brunch!\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs weather forecast. 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
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-jessica-miller-for-birds-brews-bear-creek-regional-park-east-south-park-brewing/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Regional Park – East\, 2002 Creek Crossing\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:Aiken Monthly Mtg Jan. 15 | The Art of Falconry: A Cultural Heritage
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first program of 2025! Master Falconer Deanna Curtis is our guest speaker and will be presenting on The Art of Falconry: A Cultural Heritage.\n\nStep into the ancient and captivating world of falconry\, a tradition spanning centuries and cultures. Learn about the history and significance of falconry as an art form\, its role in cultural heritage\, and the unique characteristics and hunting techniques of each bird. Perfect for all ages\, this experience offers a rare opportunity to witness these raptors up close and gain a deeper appreciation for the bond between humans and birds of prey.\n\nDeanna had her first raptor encounter at her son’s Cub Scout pack meeting in 1999\, where a non-profit organization gave a presentation with live raptors. She was hooked from the first free-flight\, and turned to her friend saying\, “I am going to get a job doing that!” She started volunteering shortly after and was brought on staff as their head lecturer within two years.\nIn 2004 Deanna decided to become a licensed falconer and in 2011 became a master falconer. She then started her own non-profit organization in 2007 using non-releasable raptors for educational purposes. To date\, she has trained and worked with 22 different species of raptors ranging in size from the small American kestrel to our iconic national symbol\, the majestic bald eagle. Deanna was the first female President of the Colorado Hawking Club and has also served as Director-at-Large and as the Public Information Officer for North American Falconers Association. She is also a Certified Interpretive Guide under the auspices of the International Association of Interpretation.\nDeanna landed her dream job working for Broadmoor Outfitters in January 2018\, blending her two passions in life: raptor education and falconry.\n\nThis is an in-person meeting held at the Colorado Parks & Wildlife Office located at 4255 Sinton Road 80907.The classroom entrance is on the back (east side) of the building. The main door will be locked.\n\nThe meeting will also be broadcast via Zoom.\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 874 4541 6672\nPasscode: 586853\n\nWin bags of bird seed in our chance drawing! Please bring cash if you would like to participate.Bird seed donated by This Place is For the Birds and Songbird Orchids. Proceeds benefit Aiken Audubon.\n\nSnacks & Bird Talk (meet & mingle) 6:30pmMeeting announcements 7:00pmProgram Presentation 7:15pm\n\nphoto credit: Deanna Curtis | Broadmoor Outfitters
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-monthly-mtg-nov-20-restoring-bald-eagles-to-channel-islands-national-park/
LOCATION:Colorado Parks and Wildlife Office\, 4255 Sinton Rd\, Colorado Springs\, 80907
CATEGORIES:MONTHLY MEETING
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SUMMARY:*FULL*  Join Aiken & Jessica Miller for Birds & Brews - Monument Valley Park & Phantom Canyon
DESCRIPTION:This program is FULL at 25 birders. You may still email Jessica to join the waitlist.\nJanuary 26\nMonument Valley Park (10am) & Phantom Canyon (12pm)\n\n\n– Monument Valley Park offers ponds\, gardens\, and woodlands all along Monument Creek. Give this urban gem a chance as it can offer a nice variety of birds!\n\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs weather forecast. Let Jessica know ahead of time if you need to borrow binoculars.\n– Difficulty: Easy. We will walk on relatively flat terrain for about 2 miles.\n– Please RSVP by emailing Jessica at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-jessica-miller-for-birds-brews-monument-valley-park-phantom-canyon/
LOCATION:Monument Valley Park
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:Join Aiken\, Jessica Miller\, and Michael Stewart at Fountain Creek Nature Center - January 27\, 2025!
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken\, Jessica Miller\, and Michael Stewart at Fountain Creek Nature Center – January 27\, 2025! \n\n9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\n\nThe woodlands\, meadows\, wetlands\, creek\, and ponds of Fountain Creek Regional Park make this one of the best places to observe a wide variety of birds in the region. Many species are possible on this guided walk\, but we’ll be keeping our fingers crossed for Great-horned Owls\, American Dipper\, Marsh Wren\, and any rarities hanging out at “the spa”.\n\nRestrooms: available at the Nature Center where we’ll begin and end our walk\, but not on the trails.\n\nDifficulty: easy/moderate. 2.5 miles over mostly flat trails. Depending on the weather a few days before\, the trail could have patches of snow\, ice\, or mud.\n\nPlease RSVP by emailing Jessica at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com as space is limited. Binoculars are available for borrowing.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-jessica-miller-and-michael-stewart-at-fountain-creek-nature-center-january-27-2025/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:DATE CHANGE!! Join Aiken and Mary Wilson at Rock Ledge Ranch - January 30\, 2025!
DESCRIPTION:Due to the cold weather\, we’ve rescheduled to January 30th! \nRock Ledge Ranch : Thursday\, January 30\, 2025\, 9:30 a.m. \nLocated adjacent to Garden of the Gods Park in Colorado Springs\, Rock Ledge Ranch is a great way to enjoy nature and observe a few flickers\, scrub jays\, bushtits\, ravens and who knows!  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. We may walk a mile or so\, but slowly and on easy terrain. \nWe will meet at the visitor hut in the Rock Ledge Parking Lot\, south-end at 930a.  Dress for Colorado weather!  If you need to borrow binoculars\, please let Melanie (mhelton016@gmail.com) know in advance.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-and-mary-wilson-at-rock-ledge-ranch-january-20-2025/
LOCATION:Rock Ledge Ranch\, 3199 Chambers Way\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:FULL - waitlist only! Join Aiken and Jenyva Fox for a trip to Rocky Mountain Aresenal National Wildlife Refuge on January 31\, 2025!
DESCRIPTION:This trip is full; waitlist only. \nJoin Aiken and Jenyva Fox for a trip to Rocky Mountain Aresenal National Wildlife Refuge on January 31\, 2025! \n\n* We will meet at a central location in the Springs and carpool to Rocky Mountain Arsenal as it is 1.5 hour drive. \n* We will bird at Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR from 9am-noon. https://ebird.org/hotspot/L167924 \n* Target birds will be raptors and waterfowl\, viewing from cars along the Wildlife Drive and from boardwalk viewing areas of ponds. \n* We will also walk a few short trails to look for winter passerines. \n* We will eat lunch at the NWR or the Visitor Center and then head to the National Eagle Repository which is right next door to the NWR. \n* Our tour of the repository will be from 1pm-2pm. https://www.fws.gov/program/national-eagle-repository \n* We will learn about the repository’s role in developing and providing educational programs regarding wildlife trade\, wildlife laws and the Native American eagle feather program. \n* Head back to the Springs after the tour. (Optional- We can also visit the RMA NWR Visitor Center as there are some really interesting history and ecology displays in the center.) \n\nThe trip is limited to the first 11 responders\, 12 including our leader!\n\nPlease RSVP to Jenyva directly at jenyvat@gmail.com. Deadline to RSVP is 1/27 and Jenyva will send all instructions prior.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-and-jenyva-fox-for-a-trip-to-rocky-mountain-aresenal-national-wildlife-refuge-on-january-31-2025/
LOCATION:Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge\, 6550 Gateway Road - HQ CO 80022\, Commerce City\, CO\, 80022
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250201T103000
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SUMMARY:Starsmore Visitor & Nature Center - Saturday mornings in February
DESCRIPTION:Join Michael Stewart and Starsmore every Saturday in February at 9a. \nSaturday morning bird and general nature hikes at 0900 at Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center.  This will continue from this Saturday\, February 1 to the end of February.  Easy\, 1 to 2 miles\, can be icy so bring appropriate gear ( I wear cleats).  For reservations call (719) 385-6086. Led by Michael Stewart\, new participant in Audubon. \n\nMichael Stewart\nBird and Nature Hike\n0900 Saturday mornings (throughout February)\nNCCP Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\n2120 S Cheyenne Canyon Rd.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/starsmore-visitor-nature-center-saturday-mornings-in-february/
LOCATION:Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\, 2120 S. Cheyenne Cañon Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250206T110000
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SUMMARY:Rock Ledge Ranch with Mary Wilson\, February 6 at 930a
DESCRIPTION:Third time is a charm!  Weather hasn’t been cooperating\, yet we’re trying again! \nJoin Aiken and Mary Wilson at Rock Ledge Ranch : Thursday\, February 6\, 2025\, 9:30 a.m. \nLocated adjacent to Garden of the Gods Park in Colorado Springs\, Rock Ledge Ranch is a great way to enjoy nature and observe a few flickers\, scrub jays\, bushtits\, ravens and who knows!  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. We may walk a mile or so\, but slowly and on easy terrain. \nWe will meet at the visitor hut in the Rock Ledge Parking Lot\, south-end at 930a.  Dress for Colorado weather!  If you need to borrow binoculars\, please let Melanie (mhelton016@gmail.com) know in advance.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/rock-ledge-ranch-with-mary-wilson-february-6-at-930a/
LOCATION:Rock Ledge Ranch\, 3199 Chambers Way\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250208T110000
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SUMMARY:Join Aiken and Cinnamon Bergeron at Clear Spring Ranch\, February 8th at 8a
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken and Cinnamon Bergeron at Clear Spring Ranch\, a 930-acre linear park situated along Fountain Creek south the city of Fountain.  This open space features active farming\, grasslands and foothills ecosystems. The walking distance may be up to three miles\, but at an easy birding pace and on level trails and gravel roads. \nCinnamon Bergeron will lead this outing. Meet at the Clear Springs Ranch parking lot.  Group size limited to 15. For more information or to reserve a space\, please contact Melanie at mhelton016@gmail.com \nIf you’d like to reserve a pair of binoculars\, please let Melanie know when reserving your space. \nDress for Colorado winter!  Bathrooms are located at the trail head. \n 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-and-cinnamon-bergeron-at-clear-spring-ranch-february-8th-at-8a/
LOCATION:Clear Spring Ranch\, Loren Lane\, Fountain\, CO\, 80817\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250208T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
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SUMMARY:Starsmore Bird & Nature Hike every Saturday in February
DESCRIPTION:Join Michael Stewart and Starsmore every Saturday in February at 9a. \nSaturday morning bird and general nature hikes at 0900 at Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center.  This will continue from this Saturday\, February 1 to the end of February.  Easy\, 1 to 2 miles\, can be icy so bring appropriate gear ( I wear cleats).  For reservations call (719) 385-6086. Led by Michael Stewart\, new participant in Audubon. \n\nMichael Stewart\nBird and Nature Hike\n0900 Saturday mornings (throughout February)\nNCCP Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\n2120 S Cheyenne Canyon Rd.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/starsmore-bird-nature-hike-every-saturday-in-february/
LOCATION:Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\, 2120 S. Cheyenne Cañon Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250209T140000
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SUMMARY:Join Aiken & Jessica Miller for Birds & Brews - Prospect Lake & Pikes Peak Brewing Company
DESCRIPTION:February 9\nProspect Lake (10am) & Pikes Peak Brewing Company (S. Tejon) (12pm)\n\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. Afterwards we’ll pop over to Pikes Peak Brewing .\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\n– Please RSVP by emailing Jessica at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-jessica-miller-for-birds-brews-prospect-lake-pikes-peak-brewing-company/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250127T141614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250127T141614Z
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SUMMARY:The Great Backyard Bird Count Starts Soon! February 14–17\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Great Backyard Bird Count Starts Soon!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 28th annual Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) starts on Friday\, February 14! \nAll skill levels and all abilities are welcome to count birds from anywhere and enter their checklists online. \nFor more information – https://www.birdcount.org/ \n 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/the-great-backyard-bird-count-starts-soon-february-14-17-2025/
LOCATION:CO
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250215T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250129T142339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T142339Z
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SUMMARY:Starsmore Bird & Nature Hike every Saturday in February
DESCRIPTION:Join Michael Stewart and Starsmore every Saturday in February at 9a. \nSaturday morning bird and general nature hikes at 0900 at Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center.  This will continue from this Saturday\, February 1 to the end of February.  Easy\, 1 to 2 miles\, can be icy so bring appropriate gear ( I wear cleats).  For reservations call (719) 385-6086. Led by Michael Stewart\, new participant in Audubon. \n\nMichael Stewart\nBird and Nature Hike\n0900 Saturday mornings (throughout February)\nNCCP Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\n2120 S Cheyenne Canyon Rd.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/starsmore-bird-nature-hike-every-saturday-in-february-2/
LOCATION:Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\, 2120 S. Cheyenne Cañon Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250130T215223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T205028Z
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SUMMARY:Aiken Monthly Meeting Feb. 19 | Female Bird Song: Overlooked & Underheard
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, along with Dr. Lauryn Benedict from the University of Northern Colorado\, for this month’s meeting and presentation on Female Bird Song: Overlooked & Underheard. \nIn addition to being a source of joy to listeners\, bird song offers an important research system for scientists studying the form and function of animal signals\, including language. Bird song research\, however\, is surprisingly narrowly focused on a few bird species and\, in particular\, on the males of those species. Although more than 60% of songbird females sing\, they are rarely studied. In this presentation Dr. Benedict will explore how history and definitions have driven that trend\, and she will talk about recent research on singing female birds. \n\n\nLauryn Benedict is fascinated by the social lives of birds. She has spent 20+ years researching birds to figure out how they use sounds to signal meaning and coordinate behaviors. Her recent work examines song and other vocalizations in both males and females. Lauryn holds a B.A. from Cornell University and a Ph.D. from the University of California Berkeley. She is a Professor of Biological Sciences at the University of Northern Colorado. \n\n\nThis is an in-person meeting held at the Colorado Parks & Wildlife Office located at 4255 Sinton Road 80907.\nThe classroom entrance is on the back (east side) of the building. The main door will be locked.\nThis meeting will also be available via Zoom. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/87557147689?pwd=uvEAcwjbFmutaISi6KlCVsujVUCk8i.1 \nMeeting ID: 875 5714 7689\nPasscode: 606049 \nWin bags of bird seed in our chance drawing! Please bring cash if you would like to participate.\nBird seed donated by This Place is For the Birds and Songbird Orchids. Proceeds benefit Aiken Audubon. \nSnacks & Bird Talk (meet & mingle) 6:30pm\nMeeting announcements 7:00pm\nProgram Presentation 7:15pm \nphoto credit: Dr. Lauryn Benedict | University of Northern Colorado
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-monthly-meeting-feb-19-female-bird-song-overlooked-underheard/
LOCATION:Colorado Parks and Wildlife Office\, 4255 Sinton Rd\, Colorado Springs\, 80907
CATEGORIES:MONTHLY MEETING
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tally Kerr":MAILTO:programs@aikenaudubon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250222T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
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UID:8527-1740214800-1740220200@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Starsmore Bird & Nature Hike every Saturday in February
DESCRIPTION:Join Michael Stewart and Starsmore every Saturday in February at 9a. \nSaturday morning bird and general nature hikes at 0900 at Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center.  This will continue from this Saturday\, February 1 to the end of February.  Easy\, 1 to 2 miles\, can be icy so bring appropriate gear ( I wear cleats).  For reservations call (719) 385-6086. Led by Michael Stewart\, new participant in Audubon. \n\nMichael Stewart\nBird and Nature Hike\n0900 Saturday mornings (throughout February)\nNCCP Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\n2120 S Cheyenne Canyon Rd.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/starsmore-bird-nature-hike-every-saturday-in-february-3/
LOCATION:Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\, 2120 S. Cheyenne Cañon Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250313T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250313T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250220T211903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T211903Z
UID:8568-1741854600-1741861800@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Join Mary Wilson & Aiken at Bear Creek Nature Center\, March 13th at 830a
DESCRIPTION:Join Mary Wilson and Aiken at Bear Creek Nature Center\, March 13th at 830a! \nNo registration required and hope that you can join us! \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.\n– This will be an easy-moderate hike up to 3 miles. There are some steps along the trail.\n– Bring binoculars and good hiking shoes. Dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. If you need to borrow a pair of binoculars\, let Melanie know in advance.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-mary-wilson-aiken-at-bear-creek-nature-center-march-13th-at-830a/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Nature Center\, 245 Bear Creek Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250314T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250314T081500
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250220T000646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T214805Z
UID:8565-1741940100-1741940100@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER - Join Aiken & Deb Strike for a trip to Fairplay on March 14th!  Come join us!
DESCRIPTION:Canceled due to weather! \nAiken and Deb Strike are inviting 7 others to visit Deb’s home in Fairplay\, which is notorious for great mountain birding!  To register\, email Melanie at mhelton016@gmail.com.  Know that the commute is 2 hours each way.  We will be carpooling from Rock Ledge Ranch parking lot\, meeting at 815a on Friday\, March 14th.  Depending on the weather\, 4 wheel drive and snow tires are preferred for the 2 vehicles used in carpooling. \nWhen you register\, please let Melanie know if you can drive and whether you have 4 wheel drive.  Four passengers in each of the 2 cars is needed. \nBring your lunch!   Also the birds can be seen from a comfortable and warm cabin. Big advantage! \n  Possible birds:\nRosy finches\nMountain chickadee\nCanada Jays\nClark’s Nutcracker\nPine Grosbeak\nRed Crossbills\nWhite breasted Nuthatch\nRed Breasted Nuthatch\nStellar’s jay\nHairy woodpecker\nPine Siskin\nRough legged hawks can be seen from the road around Hartsel sometimes.  Moose have been seen also.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-deb-strike-for-a-trip-to-fairplay-on-march-7th/
LOCATION:CO
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250316T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250211T142335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T151521Z
UID:8546-1742115600-1742126400@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:*WAITLIST* Join Aiken & Jessica Miller for March 16 Birds & Brews - Fountain Creek Nature Center & Peaks & Pines Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Fountain Creek Nature Center & Peaks & Pines Brewing \n\nSunday\, March 16\, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. \nThe woodlands\, meadows\, wetlands\, creek\, and ponds of Fountain Creek Regional Park make this one of the best places to observe a wide variety of birds in the region. Many species are possible on this guided walk\, but we’ll be keeping our fingers crossed for Great-horned Owls\, Marsh Wren\, and any rarities hanging out at “the spa”.\n– Restrooms will be available at the Nature Center\n– Difficulty: easy/moderate. This will be a 2.5 mile walk along mostly flat trails at a slow\, birder’s pace.\n– Bring your binoculars; if you need to borrow some\, just request with your RSVP.\n– This trip is full at 25 participants\, but you may still join the waitlist by emailing Jessica at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-jessica-miller-for-march-16-birds-brews-fountain-creek-nature-center-peaks-pines-brewing/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250319T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250319T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250219T185718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T041336Z
UID:8560-1742409000-1742416200@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Aiken Monthly Meeting March 19 | Bringing Back the Lesser Prairie Chicken
DESCRIPTION:The Lesser Prairie-Chicken is an icon of Colorado’s southeastern prairies.  Due to a long list of environmental and anthropogenic factors\, they nearly became extirpated in extreme southeast Colorado and southwestern Kansas\, in an area that was considered one of the species’ core areas.  Additional threats are on the horizon\, making their future unclear. How are wildlife managers fighting to bring back this species in southeast Colorado? Join us\, along with Jonathan Reitz\, to find out and learn more about this beautiful grassland bird. \nJonathan Reitz is a Wildlife Biologist for Colorado Parks and Wildlife in Lamar\, CO.  He has been working on Lesser Prairie-Chicken conservation since 2006.  Jonathan helps manage\, research\, and conserve a long list of big game\, small game\, and threatened/endangered species in southeast Colorado. \nThis is an in-person meeting held at the BEAR CREEK NATURE CENTER; 245 Bear Creek Road 80906.\nPlease enter through the main doors. The meeting room is immediately to your left. Aiken Audubon members will greet you as you arrive and point you in the right direction. \nWin bags of bird seed in our chance drawing! Please bring cash if you would like to participate.\nBird seed donated Songbird Orchids & Wild Birds Unlimited. Proceeds benefit Aiken Audubon. \nSnacks & Bird Talk (meet & mingle) 6:30pm\nMeeting announcements 7:00pm\nProgram Presentation 7:15pm \nThis meeting will also be available via Zoom.  \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/85237692526?pwd=zlNRmknnjhVrIQ2r23KFSJsk9rsVN5.1\nMeeting ID: 852 3769 2526\nPasscode: 026410 \nphoto credit: Jonathan Reitz | Colorado Parks & Wildlife
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-monthly-meeting-march-19-bringing-back-the-lesser-prairie-chicken/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Nature Center\, 245 Bear Creek Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906
CATEGORIES:MONTHLY MEETING
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tally Kerr":MAILTO:programs@aikenaudubon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250322T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250318T185529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T185713Z
UID:8612-1742634000-1742637600@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Join Joe LaFleur at Manitou Lake Bird Walk & Birding 101- Sparrows\, Warblers and Tanagers
DESCRIPTION:Manitou Lake Bird Walk & Birding 101- Sparrows\, Warblers and Tanagers\nSaturday\, March 22\n9:00-10:00 AM– Bird Walk at Manitou Lake north of Woodland Park. Meet at park entrance\, $10 per vehicle\n11:00 AM-12:00 Noon– FREE Program\, Ute Pass Historical Society\, 231 E. Henrietta Ave.\, Woodland Park\nLearn to identify common local birds by sight and sound. This session includes birds like Sparrows\, Warblers and Tanagers.\nProgram by Joe LaFleur\, local birding expert and author of the book Mountain Birds of Teller County. \nFor more info: joe@betterbirdwatching.com\, 719-301-8801
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-joe-lafleur-at-manitou-lake-bird-walk-birding-101-sparrows-warblers-and-tanagers/
LOCATION:Manitou Lake CO-67\, CO-67\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250412T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250412T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250224T163538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T035857Z
UID:8570-1744441200-1744462800@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Joint DFO & Aiken trip with Megan Miller
DESCRIPTION:Join DFO\, Aiken and Megan Miller on April 12th\, 7a-1p \nHalf-day moderate trip with first half at Clear Spring Ranch Regional Park (east side of I-25 at Exit 123). Then we will drive north to Fountain Creek Regional Park for lunch and walking the park. Look for early migrants and residents. Bring lunch\, snacks\, lots of water\, bug spray\, and sun screen. Expect 4-5 miles of mainly flat walking. Trails are a mix of paved and gravel. Be prepared for mud! Done by 1pm at the latest. \nThe trip is limited to 12 people.  Register today via DFO’s site at: \nhttps://dfobirds.org/FieldTrips/Register.aspx?TripID=21993 \n  \n 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/joint-dfo-aiken-trip-with-megan-miller/
LOCATION:Clear Spring Ranch\, Loren Lane\, Fountain\, CO\, 80817\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250419T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250417T131847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T131847Z
UID:8663-1745053200-1745060400@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Join Michael Stewart and Starsmore every Saturday in April and May at 9a.
DESCRIPTION:Join Michael Stewart and Starsmore every Saturday in April and May at 9a. \nSaturday morning bird and general nature hikes at 0900 at Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center.  Easy\, 1 to 2 miles\, wear appropriate walking attire – it may be muddy.  For reservations call (719) 385-6086. Led by Michael Stewart\, new participant in Audubon. \n\nMichael Stewart\nBird and Nature Hike\n0900 Saturday mornings (throughout February)\nNCCP Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\n2120 S Cheyenne Canyon Rd.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-michael-stewart-and-starsmore-every-saturday-in-april-and-may-at-9a/
LOCATION:Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\, 2120 S. Cheyenne Cañon Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250420T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250211T142659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T142659Z
UID:8549-1745136000-1745150400@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Join Aiken & Jessica Miller for April 20 Birds & Brews at Pueblo Reservoir & Reservoir Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Pueblo Reservoir & Reservoir Brewing\nSunday\, April 20\, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nWe’ll meet to carpool/caravan down to Pueblo for a morning full of birding! Where we go will depend on recent bird reports\, but expect to spend most of our time at the Valco Ponds and Pueblo Reservoir in search of a large variety of birds\, including waterfowl\, birds of prey\, migrants\, and quail.\n\n– Restrooms will be available regularly\n– Difficulty: moderate. Walking will be easy along mostly flat trails\, but it will be a long morning and into the afternoon.\n– Bring your binoculars; if you need to borrow some\, just request with your RSVP. If you have a scope\, you’ll like having it here.\n– Please RSVP by emailing Jessica at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com as space is limited.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-jessica-miller-for-april-20-birds-brews-at-pueblo-reservoir-reservoir-brewing/
LOCATION:Pueblo Area
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250425T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250425T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250302T230632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T235931Z
UID:8575-1745566200-1745573400@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Waitlist only - Join Aiken and Kelly Liddell at Kelly's private garden\, April 25\, 730a-930a!
DESCRIPTION:Waitlist only!  Nestled in Woodmen Valley near Blodgett Open Space and the U.S. Air Force Academy\, Kelly and Terry Liddell have created a “bird haven” on their 5-acre property by planting bird-friendly trees\, putting up nest boxes\, and hanging feeders. They’ve recorded more than 70 different species on their property over the past three years. Last spring\, there were western bluebirds\, tree swallows\, violet-green swallows\, pygmy nuthatches\, northern flickers\, house wrens and more all nesting on the property. Recently\, a pair of great horned owls have been spotted; and a Lewis’s woodpecker has been hanging around since September.\n\nCome join us on Friday\, April 25\, from 7:30-9:30 AM where Kelly will share her private landscape with up to 10 lucky individuals!\n\nHer address will be provided after the 10 people have registered.  I will be sending out the details as soon as the group is known!\n\nPlease rsvp to mhelton016@gmail.com .  Please include your phone number\, too.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-and-kelly-liddell-at-kellys-private-garden-april-25-730a-930a/
LOCATION:CO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250426T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250310T144745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T144745Z
UID:8581-1745654400-1745665200@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Join Aiken and Collin Hildreth at Austin Bluffs Open Space on Saturday\, April 26th!
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken and Collin Hildreth at Austin Bluffs Open Space on Saturday\, April 26th! \nAustin Bluffs Open Space (8am)\n\n– Please RSVP to Melanie Helton if you’d like to join. mhelton016@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.\n– Difficulty: Moderate. We will hike ~3-4 miles over uneven trails. 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. You might like to bring a snack and water. Don’t have binoculars? Let Melanie 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\nYou will be asked to sign a waiver prior to the walk.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-and-collin-hildreth-at-austin-bluffs-open-space-on-saturday-april-26th/
LOCATION:Austin Bluffs Open Space (38.909919\, -104.789987)
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250426T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250417T131945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T131945Z
UID:8665-1745658000-1745665200@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Join Michael Stewart and Starsmore every Saturday in April and May at 9a.
DESCRIPTION:Join Michael Stewart and Starsmore every Saturday in April and May at 9a. \nSaturday morning bird and general nature hikes at 0900 at Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center.  Easy\, 1 to 2 miles\, wear appropriate walking attire – it may be muddy.  For reservations call (719) 385-6086. Led by Michael Stewart\, new participant in Audubon. \n\nMichael Stewart\nBird and Nature Hike\n0900 Saturday mornings (throughout February)\nNCCP Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\n2120 S Cheyenne Canyon Rd.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-michael-stewart-and-starsmore-every-saturday-in-april-and-may-at-9a-2/
LOCATION:Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\, 2120 S. Cheyenne Cañon Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250427T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250427T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250401T161553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T161553Z
UID:8629-1745737200-1745762400@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Joint DFO & Aiken trip with Jessica Miller to Pueblo area\,  April 27 @ 7a!
DESCRIPTION:Pueblo Area with Jessica Miller – Joint Aiken & Denver Field Ornithologists Trip! \nApril 27\, 2025 @ 7:00 am – 2:00 pm \nThis trip is offered cooperatively by the Aiken Audubon Society and the Denver Field Ornithologists. \nPueblo area\n04/27/2025      7:00 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 \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. It will be fun to see what migrants are coming through\, and what rarities might appear! 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/joint-dfo-aiken-trip-with-jessica-miller-to-pueblo-area-april-27-7a/
LOCATION:Pueblo Area
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250503T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250503T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250328T131130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T131130Z
UID:8623-1746255600-1746270000@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Join Aiken and Kelly Liddell at Kettle Lakes!
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken and Kelly Liddell for a trip to Kettle Lakes on Saturday\, May 3rd at 7a! \nKettle Lakes\, 3 lakes\, are located on United States Air Force Academy property. With wide gravel trails\, this walk will predominantly follow an old railroad right of way. We will go off trail so closed-toe shoes and long pants are recommended. \nPossible bird species seen include Great Blue Heron\, Snowy Egret\, Woodhouse’s Scrub Jay\, Belted Kingfisher\, sparrows\, Cliff Swallows and hopefully different warblers. \n\nAppropriate for all levels of birders.\nPhysical difficulty: Easy.\nMeet at the Kettle Creek Lakes parking lot. No good Google map available—from I-25 take exit 150 (North Academy) and go west. Drive towards the south Academy entrance and take the first right. There is no street sign but you turn right at the Pass & Registration building and go to the end of the road. If you reach the south gate of the Academy\, you missed the turn.\nLimited to 12 participants.  Email Melanie at mhelton016@gmail.com to reserve your spot!
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-and-kelly-liddell-at-kettle-lakes/
LOCATION:Kettle Lakes\, Airfield Dr\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80920
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250503T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250503T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142859
CREATED:20250426T143516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T143516Z
UID:8698-1746261000-1746270000@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Join Joe LaFleur at Mueller State Park - May 3rd
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 3\, Mueller State Park\n8:30-10:00 AM– Bird Walk. Meet at the Elk Meadows Trailhead. Learn how to identify local birds by sight and sound\, while also learning about the plants and trees where birds live.\n10:00-11:00 AM– Bird Program. Meet at Visitor Center. Learn to identify common breeding birds of the park in this audiovisual program.\nParks Pass required.\n\n\nBird walks and programs by local author and wildlife biologist Joe LaFleur\nMore info: joe@betterbirdwatching.com\, 719-301-8801
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-joe-lafleur-at-mueller-state-park-may-3rd/
LOCATION:Mueller State Park\, 21045 CO 67\, Divide\, CO\, 80814
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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