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SUMMARY:Let's Go Birding Together (with LGBTQ Outdoors)
DESCRIPTION:This birding event is not hosted by or in partnership with Aiken Audubon Society\, but perhaps you are interested in this local opportunity with LGBTQ Outdoors! \nWhether you are a fledgling birder or soaring with confidence\, you’ll enjoy a leisurely morning searching for birds and building community along the way. Join LGBTQOutdoors Ambassador\, Victoria Dinkel\, and local bird-nerd\, Jessica Miller\, at one of the top birding hotspots in El Paso County. Bring binoculars if you have them or borrow a pair for free from the host site. \nRegister with LGBTQ Outdoors at THIS LINK. Hike length will be 2.5-3 miles\, on a mostly flat\, gravel trail. Birders of all levels welcome. Please wear close-toed shoes and sun protection\, bring water and a camera if you would like.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/lets-go-birding-together-with-lgbtq-outdoors/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250629T080000
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SUMMARY:*FULL* Birds & Brews - Mueller State Park & Paradox Brewing June 29
DESCRIPTION:Birds & Brews – Mueller State Park & Paradox Brewing\nSunday\, June 29\, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nMueller State Park (8am) & Paradox Brewing (12pm)\n\n\n– We will hike through the montane forest and meadows and past a couple ponds to find a variety of birds. This is a lovely time to visit\, with nesting birds singing and wildflowers blooming! Afterwards we’ll relax in the shade at Paradox Brewing!\n– This will be a moderate-difficult hike. Our route will take us 4 miles over moderate terrain at a birder’s pace.\n– Bring binoculars and good hiking shoes. Dress for the Divide\, CO forecast. If you need to borrow a pair of binoculars\, let Jessica know when you RSVP.\n– Free park entry if you have a Colorado State Parks pass. Or\, a $10 vehicle charge will apply at the entrance.\n\n\n– This trip is full\, but you can join the waitlist by emailing trip leader Jessica Miller at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-mueller-state-park-paradox-brewing-june-29/
LOCATION:Mueller State Park\, 21045 CO 67\, Divide\, CO\, 80814
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:Full for walk & waitlist! Join Professor Brian Linkhart for a Flammulated Owl Event - Friday\, July 11th
DESCRIPTION:This trip is full and so is our waitlist!  We are excited to tell you about an upcoming bird walk on Friday\, July 11th 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!\nBecause of the popularity of this walk\, we’re offering to our membership first from June 1 through June 15! We will need to cap it at 12 people\, so if you’re interested – mark your calendar for June 1st at 8a and 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.  After June 15th\, the offering will be open to the general public if there are slots remaining….so register early!\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/join-professor-brian-linkhart-for-a-flammulated-owl-event-friday-july-11th/
LOCATION:To Be Determined
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250719T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250719T110000
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SUMMARY:Kane Ranch Open Space with Kip Miller
DESCRIPTION:El Paso County’s Kane Ranch Open Space provides a fun location for summer birding with prairie grasslands and a dry creek bed lined with tall cottonwoods.\nWhile it’s getting to be that quiet time in the breeding season\, we’ll hope to find a variety of summer residents still present. We’ll start with a walk out into the open\ngrasslands\, searching for Burrowing Owl\, Sage and Curve-billed Thrashers\, Cassin’s and Lark Sparrows\, Lark Bunting and Dickcissel. We’ll then return to the entrance area and turn our attention to the cottonwoods along the creek bed and the shrubby field adjacent to the parking area\, where we might find three species\nof kingbirds (Eastern\, Western and Cassin’s)\, Bullock’s Oriole\, Lazuli Bunting\, Blue Grosbeak and other breeding and resident species. Total walking distance may be up to three miles round-trip\, but at an easy birding pace on a mostly flat trail. \nKip Miller will lead this outing. Please contact him at kipGmiller@gmail.com to register. Group size limited to 12. Meet at the Kane Ranch Open Space parking lot. (Directions will be provided to all registrants.)
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/kane-ranch-open-space-with-kip-miller/
LOCATION:Kane Ranch Open Space
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250720T080000
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews - Rainbow Gulch Trail & BierWerks July 20
DESCRIPTION:Birds & Brews – Rainbow Gulch Trail & BierWerks\nSunday\, July 20\, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nRainbow Gulch (8am) followed by BierWerks (12pm)\nThis easy/moderate 3.5 mile round trip will take us through the montane forests and briefly along the Rampart Reservoir. Along the way we will look for a great variety of summer birds like Williamson’s\, Red-naped\, and American Three-toed Woodpeckers\, Red Crossbills\, Evening Grosbeaks\, and more. We’ll make sure to look low\, too\, for beautiful blooming wildflowers like Rocky Mountain Columbine and Fireweed! Afterwards we’ll kick up our feet and rehydrate at BierWerks down in Woodland Park.\n– Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. This 3.5 out-and-back has less than 300 feet elevation gain.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Woodland Park forecast.\n– Few spots remain! RSVP by emailing trip leader Jessica Miller at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-rainbow-gulch-trail-bierwerks-july-20/
LOCATION:Rainbow Gulch
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:Clear Spring Ranch with Collin Hildreth
DESCRIPTION:Join Collin Hildreth for a morning exploring this county-managed\, 970-acre park along Fountain Creek for late-summer breeding 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. \nNo RSVP required. Just meet the group at the Clear Springs Ranch parking lot by 7:30 a.m. Don’t forget your binoculars and anything else you like to bring birding\, like a camera. There are vault toilets at the trailhead.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/clear-spring-ranch-with-collin-hildreth/
LOCATION:Clear Spring Ranch\, Loren Lane\, Fountain\, CO\, 80817\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250810T110000
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SUMMARY:*FULL* Birds & Brews - Manitou Lake & 110 Reserve August 10
DESCRIPTION:Birds & Brews – Manitou Lake & 110 Reserve\nSunday\, August 10\, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.\n\nManitou Lake (9am)  followed by 110 Reserve (11am)\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. On our way home we’ll stop by 110 Reserve in Woodland Park to enjoy their beer garden\, maybe a cocktail\, and snacks!\n– Difficulty: Easy. This 2 mile hike is along mostly flat\, uneven trails.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Woodland Park forecast.\n– At the entrance\, a $11 fee per vehicle is charged (or $5/car with valid NP pass). Option to carpool/caravan from Old Colorado City area at 7:15am.\n– This trip is at capacity\, but you may join the waitlist by emailing trip leader Jessica Miller at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-manitou-lake-110-reserve-august-10/
LOCATION:Manitou Lake CO-67\, CO-67\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250825T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250825T153000
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SUMMARY:Park County Reservoirs with Denver Field Ornithologists
DESCRIPTION:Park County Reservoirs with Denver Field Ornithologists (DFO)\nMonday\, August 25\, 2025\, 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM\nLeaders: Joseph Tuttle & David Suddjian\nTrip Difficulty: Moderate \nThis trip will focus on birding Antero Reservoir in lovely South Park. Late summer is a good time for shorebirds there\, and a variety of other species may be seen. Antero has a history of rare birds\, and we might get lucky. Depending on time\, we may visit another location\, too. We will walk up to a couple of miles on mostly level but uneven ground. Bring a hat\, sunscreen\, insect repellent\, plenty of liquids\, a snack and lunch. We will carpool from our meeting and rendezvous spots\, and a rendezvous location in Park County will be announced in advance. Restrooms will be available at Antero Reservoir. \nThis trip is limited and registration will open at noon on 8/4/2025 on this webpage: https://dfobirds.org/FieldTrips/Register.aspx?TripID=22137. If you do not already have an account with DFO\, visit https://dfobirds.org/\, click “LOGIN” then click “Create an account” and follow the prompts.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/park-county-reservoirs-with-denver-field-ornithologists/
LOCATION:Antero Reservoir\, Antero Reservoir\, Colorado 80449\, Hartsel\, Colorado\, 80449\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250908T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250908T140000
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SUMMARY:*FULL* Chico Basin Ranch
DESCRIPTION:This trip is full at 11 participants. You may join the waitlist by emailing trip leader Jessica at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com. \nThis trip is ideal for those that have never visited Chico Basin Ranch\, but all levels of birders are welcome. \nVenture out to El Paso County’s #1 eBird hotspot\, Chico Basin Ranch. Together we will explore the three sites open to birders – The woodlands where Bird Conservancy of the Rockies will be banding birds\, The Headquarters pond\, and Rose’s Pond. During our trip we will venture across county lines to scour vast prairie\, woodlands\, open water\, wetlands\, and riparian areas for a very wide variety of birds\, including wonderful migrants. Bring snacks\, lunch\, and lots of water. We will be in shade much of the time\, but still plan for sun protection. Porta-potties will be nearby half of the time. Of course\, bring your favorite birding gear like binoculars and a camera. (Don’t have binoculars? No problem – the trip leader can bring you some!) Wear comfortable walking shoes – we may walk 3 miles at a very slow birder’s pace. Our terrain can be uneven but mostly flat. Long pants are recommended. \nWe will meet in Fountain\, CO by 6:30 a.m. to carpool/caravan east to Chico. We will utilize our full allotted time on the Ranch – 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nThis trip is limited to 11 participants. Two weeks before the trip\, the trip leader will provide the link and password to participants to purchase their ticket to visit the ranch. The ranch access fee is $15 per person. RSVP by emailing trip leader Jessica at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/chico-basin-ranch/
LOCATION:Chico  Basin Ranch\, 22500 S Peyton Hwy\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80928\, 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:20250909T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250909T140000
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SUMMARY:*FULL* Chico Basin Ranch with Denver Field Ornithologists (DFO)
DESCRIPTION:Chico Basin Ranch with Denver Field Ornithologists (DFO)\nTuesday\, September 9\, 2025\, 5:30 AM – 2:00 PM\nLeader: Kip Miller\nTrip Difficulty: Moderate \nHabitats to bird: Grassland\, Riparian\, Scrub\, Wetland \nWe’ve added a second fall opportunity to visit this popular El Paso County birding location. (The Sept 15 outing filled quickly….) This trip will explore the three sites at Chico Basin Ranch currently open to birders – The woodlands where Bird Conservancy of the Rockies will be banding birds\, the Headquarters Pond and Rose’s Pond. This trip is ideal for those that have never visited the ranch\, but all levels of birders are welcome. We will be in shade much of the time\, but still plan for sun protection. Portable toilets will be nearby half of the time. Bring a sack lunch and drinks/water. We may walk up to three miles at a birder’s pace on mostly flat\, but sometimes uneven terrain. Long pants are recommended. \nBirders coming from the Denver region will meet at Castle Rock Lowe’s parking lot at 5:30 am\, as indicated. Those coming from the El Paso County region and the leader will meet at Kirk Hanna Park (just north of the Chico Basin Ranch entrance) at 7 a.m. and then we will enter the ranch together. We are required to exit the ranch by 1:00 p.m.\, so the outing will conclude by that time at the latest. Closer to the trip\, Kip will provide the link and password to participants to purchase their ticket to visit the ranch. The ranch access fee is $15 per person. \nThis trip is limited to 12 participants and registration is now open on this webpage: https://dfobirds.org/FieldTrips/UpcomingTrips.aspx. If you do not already have an account with DFO\, visit https://dfobirds.org/\, click “LOGIN” then click “Create Account” and follow the prompts.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/chico-basin-ranch-with-denver-field-ornithologists-dfo/
LOCATION:Chico  Basin Ranch\, 22500 S Peyton Hwy\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80928\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250911T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250911T103000
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SUMMARY:*FULL* Sondermann Park with Jo Anne and Patty
DESCRIPTION:September 11\, 2025 @ 8:00 am – 10:30 am\n\n\n\nJoin Jo Anne Peterson and Patty Lovekin on September 11th\, 8:00-10:30 a.m. at Sondermann Park\, a 97-acre natural park where you can find many species in the large trees and along the creek.  Easy walk across flat terrain with small hills. \nParking is tight\, so you may want to carpool or park on the roadway across from the park’s entrance. The park is located at 740 W. Caramillo St.\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80907\n\nThis trip is full at 15 birders. Join the waitlist by emailing fieldtrips@aikenaudubon.com\n\nHope to see you there!
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-jo-anne-and-patty-at-sondermann-park-september-11th-at-8a/
LOCATION:Sondermann Park\, 740 W Carmamillo St\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250913T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250913T103000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T031932Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Bird Count at Fountain Creek Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:This event is being hosted by Fountain Creek Nature Center. Any donations benefit the Friends of El Paso County Nature Centers. \nJoin the annual tradition and help record the number of bird species and populations found in Fountain Creek Regional Park during fall migration. After morning snacks\, quick socializing\, and group assignments\, we’ll split up across the Regional Park to identify and count all the birds. All levels of birders are welcome\, and binoculars can be borrowed for free from the Nature Center. This is a citizen science project and children under 7 years old may not enjoy the activity. \nSpots are limited; sign up by emailing Jessica Miller\, Nature Center Supervisor\, at jessicamiller@elpasoco.com
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/fall-bird-count-at-fountain-creek-nature-center/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS,SPECIAL EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews - Bear Creek East & Westfax Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Bear Creek Regional Park East (10am) & Westfax Brewing Co (12pm)\n\nWe’ll explore Bear Creek\, the beaver ponds along it\, the meadows\, and scrub oak habitat within Bear Creek Regional Park East. Afterwards we’ll head to Westfax Brewing for a beer!\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– Just a couple spots left! RSVP by emailing Jessica at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-bear-creek-east-westfax-brewing/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Regional Park – East\, 2002 Creek Crossing\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 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:20250915T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250915T140000
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SUMMARY:*FULL* Chico Basin Ranch with Denver Field Ornithologists
DESCRIPTION:Chico Basin Ranch with Denver Field Ornithologists (DFO)\nMonday\, September 15\, 2025\, 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM\nLeader: Jessica Miller\nTrip Difficulty: Moderate \nThis trip is ideal for those that have never visited the ranch\, but all levels of birders are welcome. \nVenture out to El Paso County’s #1 eBird hotspot\, Chico Basin Ranch. We will explore the three sites open to birders – The woodlands where Bird Conservancy of the Rockies will be banding birds\, The Headquarters pond\, and Rose’s Pond. During our trip we will venture across county lines to scour vast prairie\, woodlands\, open water\, wetlands\, and riparian areas for a very wide variety of birds\, including wonderful migrants. We will utilize our full allotted time on the Ranch – 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Bring snacks\, lunch\, and lots of water. We will be in shade much of the time\, but still plan for sun protection. Porta-potties will be nearby half of the time. Of course\, bring your favorite birding gear like binoculars and a camera. (Don’t have binoculars? No problem – the trip leader can bring you some!) Wear comfortable walking shoes – we may walk 3 miles at a very slow birder’s pace. Our terrain can be uneven but mostly flat. Long pants are recommended. Denver-area participants will meet in Castle Rock to carpool down at 5:30 a.m. Everyone will meet in Fountain\, CO at 6:30 a.m. before heading east to Chico. \nThis trip is limited to 11 participants and registration will open at noon on 9/1/2025 on this webpage: https://dfobirds.org/FieldTrips/UpcomingTrips.aspx. If you do not already have an account with DFO\, visit https://dfobirds.org/\, click “LOGIN” then click “Create Account” and follow the prompts. Closer to the trip\, Jessica will provide the link and password to participants registered through DFO to purchase their ticket to visit the ranch. The ranch access fee is $15 per person. We will need a few drivers to volunteer to drive as carpooling is greatly preferred.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/chico-basin-ranch-with-denver-field-ornithologists/
LOCATION:Chico  Basin Ranch\, 22500 S Peyton Hwy\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80928\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20240625T061732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T211237Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Social & Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:PROUDLY SPONSORED BY\nWild Birds Unlimited \n~~~~~Ticket sales have closed for this event.~~~~~\nThank you for all of the support! \nJoin us on Wednesday\, September 17th for our Second Annual Social & Silent Auction! \nTRiNiTY Brewing: 1466 Garden of the Gods Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907 \n6:00pm – 8:00pm \nAs summer comes to a close and we look forward to fall migration\, we hope you will join us for an evening of food\, fellowship and fundraising. 100% of funds raised will be used to support Aiken Audubon Society’s educational programs\, monthly guest speakers and research grants in 2026! \nDinner will be provided by our generous event sponsor\, with gluten free and vegan options available.\n \nThis is a ticketed event with limited seating. Ticket cost is $12 per person. \nTickets will be issued under the purchasers name\, if you are gifting the tickets or someone will be attending in your place\, please send them your confirmation email with the tickets. \nSilent auction bidding will open promptly at 6:00pm\, and close at 7:30pm. Online bidding will not be available; we hope you can join us! \nSilent Auction Items & Many More to Come:\nFalconry Experience – Broadmoor Outfitters\nBirdy Gift Basket – Wild Birds Unlimited\nMosaic Class Gift Certificates – Shattered Glass Restored\nHarvest Basket – Abeja Hive Honey Farm & Homestead\nRestaurant Gift Cards & Glassware – Phantom Canyon\nWatercolor Workshop Gift Certificate – Eric Fetsch Fine Art\n“Garden Red-tail” Watercolor on Canvas – Eric Fetsch Fine Art\nFull-Day Birding Trip to Rocky Mtn. National Park – Birding Man Wildlife Tours\nBirding Trip to Chico Basin Ranch with John Drummond\nFramed Art Piece – Little Wing Photo\nBird on Canvas – Ruben Rodriguez\nAutographed Copy of “The Backyard Bird Chronicles” by Amy Tan – Wild Birds Unlimited\nSpa Gift Basket – Inspire Movements\n90-Minute Massage – Inspire Movements\nLeica Scope & Tripod – Aiken Audubon Society\nBird Friendly Coffee & Sibley Guide to Birds – Aiken Audubon Board Members\nBird Friendly Coffee & Great Blue Heron Tumbler – Clark Jones & Melissa Wetzig\nBirdy Wine – Paula Wegert\n“Landing Thrasher” Art Piece – Beth Skukrud\nBird Store Gift Cards – This Place is for the Birds \nTo allow guests to enjoy this social event\, our monthly guest speaker presentations will resume in October.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/social-silent-auction/
LOCATION:TriNity Brewing Co.\, 1466 Garden of the Gods Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tally Kerr":MAILTO:programs@aikenaudubon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250927T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250927T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20250807T030433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T031940Z
UID:8841-1758958200-1758963600@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Birds & Beans – Beginner Birding Class at Bear Creek Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:This event is hosted by Bear Creek Nature Center and benefits the Friends of El Paso County Nature Center. \nSip your coffee and see new birds during this beginner’s birding class with Mary Rudolph\, local bird enthusiast and member of Aiken Audubon! Learn the basics of birding – calls\, shape and size\, using your binoculars\, common birds of the area\, and more\, all while enjoying a coffee treat on us. Binoculars and birding guides available to borrow at the front desk. \n$5 per person; prepaid registration required at www.elpasocountynaturecenters.com
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-beans-beginner-birding-class-at-bear-creek-nature-center/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Nature Center\, 245 Bear Creek Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS,SPECIAL EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bear Creek Nature Center":MAILTO:kyleetaylor2@elpasoco.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20250811T011648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T131340Z
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SUMMARY:*FULL* Birds & Brews - Rock Ledge Ranch & Red Leg Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Rock Ledge Ranch (9am) & Red Leg Brewing (12pm)\n\nWe’ll peruse the orchard\, meadows\, woodlands\, and rock formations in search of a variety of migrants and resident birds. If time permits\, we’ll walk into Garden of the Gods for birds like White-throated Swifts\, Prairie Falcons\, and Canyon Wren.\n– This will be an easy/moderate hike – We’ll be on relatively flat terrain and may go three miles at a birder’s pace. One short area of trail is somewhat steep.\n– Bring binoculars\, wear good hiking shoes\, and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. If you need to borrow a pair of binoculars\, let Jessica know when you RSVP.\n– Afterwards we’ll head over to Red Leg Brewing\, about 4 minutes away.\nWhile this trip is full\, it’s worth joining the waitlist. Email jessicaisbirding@gmail.com to join the waitlist.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-rock-ledge-ranch-red-leg-brewing/
LOCATION:Rock Ledge Ranch\, 3199 Chambers Way\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, 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:20251015T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251015T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20250925T204650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T033215Z
UID:8935-1760553000-1760560200@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:October Monthly Meeting | Birding Central California
DESCRIPTION:Birding Central California \nJoin Jessica (and special guest\, Bruce) on a birding adventure around the San Francisco Bay and south to Monterey. You’ll hear how the diversity of habitats\, hotspots\, and seasons resulted in 200+ species\, with the help of eBird and a little luck. Scour the coast and bay for shorebirds\, spend an entire day at sea\, and hike for warblers and condors. You’ll be inspired to visit this area and search for its unique birds in beautiful settings! \nJessica Miller is the Fountain Creek Nature Center supervisor\, President of Aiken Audubon Society\, and volunteer leader of the Birds and Brews field trip series. Before moving to Colorado seven years ago\, she was the Recreation Director and Head Naturalist for Fripp Island Resort in coastal South Carolina. She’s also been a biological intern for Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge in North Carolina. She grew up in Georgia where she earned her B.S. in Biology from Augusta University. When she’s not pretending to be a normal human\, she’s planning a birding trip! \n\n\nThis is an in-person meeting held at the Colorado Parks & Wildlife Office; 4255 Sinton Road 80907. SEE BELOW for Zoom link to attend virtually from home. Our entrance to the building is located on the EAST side (back side) of the building; not the main entrance. Parking is encouraged in the south and west parking lots. \nSnacks & Bird Talk (meet & mingle) 6:30pm\nMeeting announcements 7:00pm\nProgram Presentation 7:15pm \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/5770180765?pwd=ZaUy7qRz4askuBDWbOkvv3yaxEmdTH.1&omn=82194288468 \nMeeting ID: 577 018 0765\nPasscode: WESO \n 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/october-monthly-meeting-birding-central-california/
LOCATION:Colorado Parks and Wildlife Office\, 4255 Sinton Rd\, Colorado Springs\, 80907
CATEGORIES:MONTHLY MEETING
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251025T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20250924T013520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T013629Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Pueblo State Park with Denver Field Ornithologists
DESCRIPTION:Lake Pueblo State Park with Denver Field Ornithologists (DFO)\nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025\, 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n(NOTE: this is the time frame for Denver-area participants. COS-area\, expect a later start/meeting time and an earlier arrival home.\nLeaders: David Suddjian\nTrip Difficulty: Moderate \nLet’s explore several birding spots around Lake Pueblo State Park – always a top fall and winter birding location. We might see loons\, scoters\, a jaeger\, a variety of grebes\, Sandhill Crane\, and area specialties like Scaled Quail\, Curve-billed Thrasher\, Eastern Bluebird and Canyon Towhee. Plan for a full day of birding with lunch\, snacks\, and drinks\, good walking shoes\, and a scope if you have one. A rendezvous for birders from El Paso or Pueblo counties will be announced before the trip. Restrooms will be available at a handful of spots as we go along. We will carpool. \nThis trip is limited and registration will open at noon on 10/4/2025. on this webpage: https://dfobirds.org/FieldTrips/Register.aspx?TripID=22200. If you do not already have an account with DFO\, visit https://dfobirds.org/\, click “LOGIN” then click “Create an account” and follow the prompts. \nPhoto: Western Grebe / Mick Thompson/Audubon Photography Awards
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/lake-pueblo-state-park-with-denver-field-ornithologists/
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:20251026T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251026T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20251016T141249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T141723Z
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SUMMARY:Birds & Bikes (and optional beers after!) with TOSC & Aiken Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Aiken Audubon Society is teaming up with Trails and Open Space Coalition (TOSC) for a Bikes\, Birds & Beers Ride! This is a casual-paced bike tour is appropriate for riders of a wide ability range that will focus on using our bikes to get to the birds 🙂 TOSC’s Allen Beauchamp will lead the biking\, while Aiken Volunteer Nga Turner will help spot and ID the birds for us. This event is FREE! \nMeetup date & time: Sunday\, October 26th at 9:45am \n Register: ticketstripe.com/events/7094107971346198 \nRide duration: Depart at 10:00am and return around 12:30pm \nMeeting Spot: The parking lot of John Ceresa Memorial Park in Fountain\, CO. It is tucked into a neighborhood on the west side of US Hwy 85/87 (CanAm Hwy) Map link HERE \nDistance: 10 miles for the full route but we’ll adapt as needed for time and bird watching. \nTrail: The Crews Gulch Trail to Widefield Community Park to the #hiddeninplainsight gem of Carp Lake\, and the Fountain Creek Regional Trail past the Fountain Creek Nature Center area. \nThe Ride: The group will meet in the parking area for John Ceresa Memorial Park where the Crews Gulch Trail meets the Fountain Creek Regional Trail. We’ll pedal up through the neighborhoods into and through Widefield Community Park. Heading back down the same way we came\, we’ll head south on the Fountain Creek Regional Trail through the Fountain Creek Nature Center area and south for a bit\, returning to the start location using the same trail. \nThe Birds: The group will stop as often as necessary to allow for good birding along the way. That being said\, we may not get the full distance in\, but that would be a good thing! This time of year\, we should see lots of ducks on the ponds and creek\, great blue herons\, belted kingfishers\, and fixed flocks of chickadees and their pals. Perhaps a rare warbler will be at “the spa”! \nDifficulty:  This is a very easy ride with no major grades\, hills or technical trail terrain. It is a consistent light ascent up along the Crews Gulch Trail\, but the pacing will be such that the group will stay together. The trails we will be on are\, for the most part\, hard-packed natural surfaces\, so a bike with wider tires is most appropriate. Additionally\, shoes that allow for walking when we stop to visit key spots are also recommended. \nWhat to Bring: Bring a bike in good working order; one with wider tires is preferred. Helmets must be worn for the ride. Bring your birding gear that you can pedal safety with\, like binoculars. Bring water\, snacks\, and sunscreen along for an approximately 10 mile and 2.5 hour ride. Wear clothing appropriate for the Fountain\, CO forecast. \nPost ride social: After the ride\, a group of us will be going down to Peaks n Pines Fountain for a little food and locally crafted goodness. Plan on joining us! Map link HERE \nPlease\, no pets.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-bikes-and-optional-beers-after-with-tosc-aiken-audubon/
LOCATION:John Ceresa Memorial Park\, 1580 Leigh Ln\, Fountain\, CO\, 80817\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Allen Beauchamp":MAILTO:allen@trailsandopenspaces.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251031T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251031T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20241022T002533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T162128Z
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SUMMARY:**FULL** Cemetery Birding on Halloween
DESCRIPTION:This trip is at capacity.  \nTrick or Treat? No tricks here\, just the treat of enjoying an afternoon of birding with others! \nJoin us for a leisurely stroll through the evergreens on Halloween afternoon.\nWe’ll spend our time scanning the trees and grounds for the usual suspects and may possibly see a surprise Red Crossbill or Wild Turkey. We never know who might show up. \nThe majority of our time will be spent on level\, paved walkways with the occasional dirt or grass path.\nDress accordingly for an October fall afternoon in Colorado. \nThis bird walk is open to birders of all levels\, beginner to expert. \nPlease let us know if you need to borrow binoculars when you RSVP.\nSpace is limited. \nKindly RSVP to Tally at BirdingByBook@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/cemetery-birding-on-halloween/
LOCATION:Evergreen Cemetery\, 1005 Hancock Expy\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tally Kerr":MAILTO:programs@aikenaudubon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251101T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20251007T031717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T031717Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Sand Creek with Pat Paternostro
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken Audubon and trip leader\, Pat Paternostro\, for a birding walk along Sand Creek (at Stetson Hills). \nThe trip will last roughly 2.5 hours and will start at 8:00 a.m.  Starting location is Stetson Park\, 4870 Jedediah Smith Rd. \nWe will walk along Sand Creek in search of local residents\, winter arrivals\, and several raptor species. \nThe walk is along an easily accessible path\, with just a few slight inclines along the way. \nBirders of all skill levels are welcome\, but the focus will be birding/identification fundamentals. No need to RSVP\, just come and enjoy the birds with us! \n  \nExtra binoculars and field guides will be available.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birding-sand-creek-with-pat-paternostro/
LOCATION:Sand Creek\, 4870 Jedediah Smith Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80922\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pat Paternostro":MAILTO:fieldtrips@aikenaudubon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20250811T013542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T230809Z
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SUMMARY:*FULL* Birds & Brews - Kettle Lakes & Lost Friend Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Kettle Lakes (9am) followed by Lost Friend Brewing (12pm) \nWe’ll hike through the meadows and pines that outline the ponds and willows along the Kettle Lakes\, a great birding spot between USAFA and I-25. We’ll hope for the usual year-round residents\, late migrants\, and arriving waterfowl. Afterwards we’ll head 10 minutes down the road to see what’s on tap at Lost Friend Brewing. \nThis will be an easy/moderate hike – We’ll be on relatively flat terrain and may go three miles at a birder’s pace. One short area of trail is somewhat steep. Bring binoculars\, wear good hiking shoes\, and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. If you need to borrow a pair of binoculars\, let Jessica know when you RSVP.\n\nThis outing is full at 25 birders. Join the waitlist by emailing trip leader Jessica at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com\n 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-kettle-lakes-lost-friend-brewing/
LOCATION:Kettle Lakes\, Airfield Dr\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80920
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Miller":MAILTO:jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251103T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251103T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20250925T144508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T152002Z
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SUMMARY:Park County with Denver Field Ornithologists: Lake George & Eleven Mile Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Park County with DFO: Lake George & Eleven Mile Canyon\nMonday\, November 3\, 2025\, 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM\n(NOTE: this is the time frame for Denver-area participants. COS-area\, expect a later start/meeting time and an earlier arrival home.\nLeaders: Joseph Tuttle  & David Suddjian\nTrip Difficulty: Moderate \nThis trip will visit Lake George to see what birds are on the water and in the Ponderosa pines there. Then we will head up Eleven Mile Canyon to see the sights and see what birds we can find there. Lake George is likely to have some nice waterfowl for us. The trip in the Canyon is going to offer gorgeous views\, and we have a chance of seeing some more waterfowl on the river\, American Dippers\, Eagles\, and birds of Douglas-fir/Ponderosa pine forest. We will mostly be pulling off and seeing what we can see at various stopping points. Be prepared for cold weather\, and there may be snow/icy surfaces. Weather leading up to the trip may change what we do\, as the road in the Canyon is not well maintained for winter weather. We will play it by ear. Trip marked as moderate\, but we won’t be hiking too hard\, just walking around a bit here and there. We will carpool hopefully in 3-4 cars. For folks from the Aiken Audubon Society\, rendezvous info will be provided as we get closer to the trip. Bring lunch\, snack and drinks\, hat\, cloves and good walking shoes. A few scopes will be handy and the leaders will bring theirs to share. \nThis trip is limited and registration will open at noon on 10/13/2025. on this webpage: https://dfobirds.org/FieldTrips/Register.aspx?TripID=22197. If you do not already have an account with DFO\, visit https://dfobirds.org/\, click “LOGIN” then click “Create an account” and follow the prompts. \nPhoto: American Dipper / Evan Barrientos / Audubon
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/park-county-with-denver-field-ornithologists-lake-george-eleven-mile-canyon/
LOCATION:Lake George\, Hwy 24\, 80827
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251114T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251114T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20250925T151537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T151911Z
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SUMMARY:Park County Reservoirs with Denver Field Ornithologists
DESCRIPTION:Park County Reservoirs with Denver Field Ornithologists (DFO)\nFriday\, November 14\, 2025\, 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM\n(NOTE: this is the time frame for Denver-area participants. COS-area\, expect a later start/meeting time and an earlier arrival home.\nLeaders: David Suddjian\nTrip Difficulty: Moderate \nWe’ll visit some of the large bodies of water in South Park beginning with Eleven Mile Res\, followed Spinney Mountain Reservoir and Antero Reservoir if the weather/ice is kind to us. Plan to see migrant waterbirds and a chance for scoters\, loons\, Long-tailed Duck\, also raptors\, and grassland birds like Horned Lark\, with the possibility of finding a Lapland Longspur. We will carpool and car caravan between sites with limited walking. Walking will be on the lighter side except for a possible jaunt over uneven terrain at Spinney\, plus cold mountain temperatures and some long drives. Bring lunch\, water\, scopes\, and dress in layers. Be ready for cold and maybe breezy conditions. Joe Tuttle will meet with folks in Jefferson and then we will head down to 11 mile from there. Trip may not go all the way to 3 PM\, but want to leave the option open if we feel up to it. For folks from the Aiken Audubon Society\, a meetup point and time will be communicated as we get closer to the trip. Eleven Mile State Park requires a State Parks pass for each vehicle. \nThis trip is limited and registration will open at noon on 10/4/2025. on this webpage: https://dfobirds.org/FieldTrips/Register.aspx?TripID=22196. If you do not already have an account with DFO\, visit https://dfobirds.org/\, click “LOGIN” then click “Create an account” and follow the prompts. \nPhoto: Long-tailed Duck / Kate Persons / Audubon Photography Awards
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/park-county-reservoirs-with-denver-field-ornithologists-2/
LOCATION:Eleven Mile Reservoir\, 4344 Co Rd 92 #4186\, Lake George\, CO\, 80827\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20251013T232832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T013835Z
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SUMMARY:NOVEMBER MONTHLY MEETING | THE BIRDING DICTIONARY
DESCRIPTION:Join Rosemary Mosco\, author of the new book The Birding Dictionary\, for an entertaining and enlightening look into birding terminology. \nRosemary is an author\, illustrator\, and speaker whose work connects people with the natural world. \nShe’s written and drawn for The New York Times\, Audubon\, Rewiring America\, the PBS Kids show Elinor Wonders Why\, Ranger Rick\, and more\, and makes a regular comic strip in the Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s Living Bird magazine. She creates science books for kids and adults and the nature comic Bird and Moon\, which won the National Cartoonists Society’s award for Best Online Short Form Comic and was the subject of an award-winning museum exhibit. Her climate change comics were exhibited at AAAS headquarters and the Peabody Essex Museum. She gives engaging talks and workshops to groups of all ages. \nRosemary is a graduate of the Field Naturalist Program. She judged a bird tattoo contest (twice!) and co-founded an event celebrating invertebrate butts. \nYou can learn more about her in this Audubon profile. \nThis is an in-person meeting held at the Colorado Parks & Wildlife Office; 4255 Sinton Road 80907. Our entrance to the building is located on the EAST side (back side) of the building; not the main entrance. Parking is encouraged in the south and west parking lots. \nSnacks & Bird Talk (meet & mingle) 6:30pm\nMeeting announcements 7:00pm\nProgram Presentation 7:15pm \nZoom Link: Join Zoom meeting\nMeeting ID: 577 018 0765\nPasscode: WESO \nPhoto by Adrianne Mathiowetz.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/november-monthly-meeting-the-birding-dictionary/
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:20251129T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251129T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20251103T035518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T020617Z
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SUMMARY:*WAITLIST ONLY* El Paso County with Denver Field Ornithologists
DESCRIPTION:El Paso County with DFO: Various locations for an almost-big-day.\nSaturday\, November 29\, 2025\, 7:15 AM – 3:00 PM\n(NOTE: this is the time frame for Denver-area participants. COS-area\, expect a later start/meeting time and an earlier arrival home.)\nLeaders: David Suddjian and Jessica Miller\nTrip Difficulty: Moderate\n \nThis trip will visit a handful of locations in the Colorado Springs and Fountain area to seek known rarities and maybe to find our own. We should find a nice cross-section of wintering and resident birds and perhaps some tardy migrants. Plan for up to three miles of walking among our different locations. Bring lunch\, snacks and drink\, and dress in layers. Scopes will be helpful at some spots\, and the leader will have one to share. Denver-area birders will carpool from the Castle Rock meeting spot\, and a rendezvous in the Springs area will be announced for those living to the south. \nThis trip is limited and registration will open at noon on 11/8/2025. on this webpage: https://dfobirds.org/FieldTrips/Register.aspx?TripID=22238. If you do not already have an account with DFO\, visit https://dfobirds.org/\, click “LOGIN” then click “Create an account” and follow the prompts.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/el-paso-county-with-denver-field-ornithologists/
LOCATION:El Paso County\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251206T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251206T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
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UID:9002-1765006200-1765063800@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Aiken Canyon Preserve with Bruce Dunbar
DESCRIPTION:Join Bruce Dunbar for a walk around Aiken Canyon Preserve\, a quiet retreat down Hwy 115. We’ll hike about 4 miles through oak meadows and evergreen woodlands that wind through the rocky outcrops. This is a moderately difficult hike\, but we’ll be going at a slow birder’s pace. Along the way we should see and hear a number of winter residents\, and hopefully discover some special mountain species that have come down in elevation for the winter.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-canyon-preserve-with-bruce-dunbar/
LOCATION:Aiken Canyon\, 3350 Turkey Canon Ranch Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80926
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20251103T050839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T020715Z
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SUMMARY:*WAITLIST ONLY* Birds & Brews: Fox Run Regional Park & Goat Patch Brewing - Northgate
DESCRIPTION:This intrepid bird outing will have us searching the Palmer Divide for winter birds in the Black Forest. Fox Run Regional Park has only 5 species reported on eBird during December – will this be the worst Birds & Brews? Enjoy the scenery and camaraderie while contributing to winter bird records for the park!\n– This hike will be moderate\, going up to 3 miles in 2 hours over uneven terrain with some incline.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Monument\, CO forecast.\n– Space is limited. Join the waitlist by emailing trip leader Jessica Miller at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-fox-run-regional-park-goat-patch-brewing-northgate/
LOCATION:Fox Run Regional Park\, 2110 Stella Dr\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80921\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Miller":MAILTO:jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251221
DTSTAMP:20260403T150313
CREATED:20251119T035830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T040051Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Colorado Springs Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for this year’s Colorado Springs Christmas Bird Count on Saturday\, December 20\, 2025. \nEveryone is welcome to participate. Plan to spend at least the entire morning finding birds\, though times will vary. Come prepared for cold temperatures and possibly snow and ice. Feeder watchers are also encouraged to sign up and participate. \nWe will gather for a potluck dinner\, species compilation\, and sharing of the day’s adventures at Bear Creek Nature Center from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. on count night. \nFor more information or to sign up for the count\, please contact Tyler Stuart at colospringscbc@gmail.com. \n  \nPhoto: Evan Barrientos/Audubon. Volunteers survey birds for the Boulder Christmas Bird Count at Teller Farm in Boulder\, Colorado\, on December 18\, 2022. The Christmas Bird Count is a long-running\, annual community science project.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/2025-colorado-springs-christmas-bird-count/
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tyler Stuart":MAILTO:colospringscbc@gmail.com
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