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SUMMARY:Bear Creek East With Cinnamon Bergeron! January 28!
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken & Cinnamon Bergeron on a walk at Bear Creek East\, Saturday -January 28 at 9a – meet by the Garden Plot parking lot.\n\nBear Creek East’s trails are through rolling foothills and along the creek\, which are great for all-season birding.\n– Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. We will be on slightly rolling terrain.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast.\nNo registration is required.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/bear-creek-east-with-cinnamon-bergeron-january-28/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Regional Park – East\, 2002 Creek Crossing\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:Live Birds of Prey
DESCRIPTION:Live Birds of Prey  \nSaturday\, January 28\, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.  \nLearn about hawks\, owls\, eagles\, falcons\, and vultures through a live birds of prey program with Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center! The presentation includes two different birds of prey and a discussion of adaptations\, predator/prey relationships\, natural history\, and personal stories of the birds presented. You’ll also hear about the work the Center foes to rehabilitate sick\, injured\, and orphaned birds of prey. Prepaid registration required. $5 per person/$4 per member. \n  \nThis event is sponsored by El Paso County Nature Centers \nhttps://communityservices.elpasoco.com/nature-centers/
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/live-birds-of-prey/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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SUMMARY:Winter Bird Festival
DESCRIPTION:Winter Bird Festival\n\nJanuary 28\, 2023 10:00 AM –2:00 PM\n2120 S. Cheyenne Canyon Road | Colorado Springs\, CO | 80906\n\n(719) 385-6086\n\nAdmission: Free to attend\, but donations are always appreciated.\nEvent Summary\n\n\nThe Winter Bird Festival will be hosted at Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center in North Cheyenne Cañon Park and will have many family-friendly activities including crafts\, bird-themed activities\, and bird walks!
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/winter-bird-festival/
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230211T113000
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SUMMARY:Aiken Bird Walk at Red Rock Open Space Trails!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 11 with Collin Hildreth! \nRed Rock Open Space Trails at 9a!\n\n-Red Rock Canyon Open Space is a 1\,474-acre city park in Colorado Springs\, Colorado. It is situated on the west side of the city\, adjacent to Manitou Springs and south of U.S. Route 24. The park consists of a series of parallel ridges and eroded canyons.\n– Difficulty: Easy to Medium. We will be on relatively flat terrain\, with some small hilly paths.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast.\n– There is a bathroom (porta-potty) available at trail head.\n– Meet in the eastern-most parking lot at 3550 W High St\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80904 (take the 2nd exit from the roundabout\, then continue until the road dead-ends in the eastern parking lot)\n– Call Collin if needed at 603-581-8752.\n\nNo registration is necessary.\n\nAiken will be asking you to sign a waiver with the following information:\n\nAiken Audubon offers field trips to interested persons as a means to enjoy birds and nature. All participants do so in the spirit of enjoying the outing. \nAs a participant\, I will: \n\nStay with the group.\nNotify the leader (or the driver of the vehicle in which I am riding) of any plans to leave the group.\nMake sure the person who sat next to me in the car is there when we leave the area.\nNot undertake any endeavor that will endanger my health as I know it.\nObserve all applicable rules of conduct\, policy\, regulation and law\, whether on public or private lands.\nAdhere to the ABA Birder’s Code of Ethics.\n\nThe volunteer leaders will try to take reasonable precautions to provide for the safety of the participants. In the event of an accident\, any emergency care is the financial responsibility of the participant. \nI understand that I am primarily responsible for my own well-being\, and hold harmless Aiken Audubon Society and its volunteers from any claim that may arise\, including any contraction of illness\, such as COVID-19. \n\n 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-bird-walk-at-red-rock-open-space-trails/
LOCATION:Red Rock Canyon Open Space\, 3550 W High St\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:Aiken Monthly Meeting February 2023 | Habitat Hero: Wildscaping 101
DESCRIPTION:Due to inclement weather\, this evening’s meeting will be held VIA ZOOM\, and NOT in person. Please join us online at 7:00pm.\nZoom Meeting ID: 821 3492 1538 Passcode: 771756\nJoin us\, along with Audubon Rockies’ Jamie Weiss as we learn how to plant happy and healthy habitats for our feather friends! One of the biggest bird conservation threats is habitat loss. To address this\, the Habitat Hero program provides people\, businesses\, and cities with the resources to create bird habitat in their own communities. By planting bird-friendly gardens with native plants\, not only are we creating more beautiful and water-efficient communities; we’re connecting people to nature. Learn how you can conserve birds through native gardening. \nAlong with her B.S. in marine biology and chemistry from University of North Carolina Wilmington\, Jamie is a certified interpretive guide through the National Association for Interpretation.  Jamie previously worked at Boyd Lake State Park and the Georgia Aquarium as an educational interpreter\, raising awareness of conservation.  When not working\, she is often leading an active lifestyle trying to keep up with her Border Collie puppy and Golden Retriever. She enjoys hiking\, camping\, snowboarding\, and long-distance running. \nMeeting announcements 7:00pm\nProgram Presentation 7:15pm \nPhoto: Evan Barrientos/Audubon Rockies
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-monthly-meeting-february-2023-habitat-hero-wildscaping-101/
LOCATION:Zoom [online]
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SUMMARY:Clear Creek Ranch with Cinnamon Bergeron!  Rescheduled to Feb 19
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken & Cinnamon Bergeron on a walk at Clear Spring  Ranch \, Sunday – February 19 at 9a – meet at the parking lot closest to the trail head.\n\n\n– Difficulty: Easy. We will be on slightly rolling terrain.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast.\nNo registration is required.\n\nTake exit 123 off of I-25.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/stratton-open-space-with-cinnamon-bergeron-february-18/
LOCATION:Stratton Open Space
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230226T090000
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews - Fountain Creek Nature Center & Peaks N Pines Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, February 26\nFountain Creek Nature Center (9am) followed by Peaks N Pines Brewing Company (12pm)\n– With a mix of woodland\, wetland\, meadow\, and pond habitats along Fountain Creek\, the trails in Fountain Creek Regional Park are great all year for birding. We’ll check out the birdfeeders\, listen for Great Horned Owls and Virginia Rails\, scope out the ponds for waterfowl\, and look for rarities at the ‘spa’. Afterwards we’ll head into Fountain for a couple beers at Peaks N Pines.\n– Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. We will be on relatively flat terrain and will walk no more than 2.5 miles.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Fountain forecast.\n– Restrooms available at the start and end of the walk\n– Meet at Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane.\n\n\n\n\nPlease email Jessica Miller with your yes RSVP at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com !\nIf you change your mind after replying yes\, kindly let Jessica know!  Thank you!
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-fountain-creek-nature-center-peaks-n-pines-brewing/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:Birding by Book | "Mrs. Moreau's Warbler"
DESCRIPTION:Aiken Audubon is happy to announce Birding by Book\, a book club for those who love birds AND books! The club meets to discuss selected book titles and create community among birders in the Pikes Peak area. \n“Mrs. Moreau’s Warbler” is the first read of 2023. Copies are available at a discount from Westside Stories on Colorado Avenue in Colorado Springs. \nRead “Mrs. Moreau’s Warbler” at your leisure\, then join us on Monday\, February 27th for book club discussion. \nSeating is LIMITED\, and a reservation is required.\nRSVP by emailing BirdingByBook@gmail.com \nVisit the Aiken Audubon website\, and follow us on Facebook for upcoming announcements.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birding-by-book-mrs-moreaus-warbler/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tally Kerr":MAILTO:programs@aikenaudubon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230303T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230303T110000
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SUMMARY:Rock Ledge Ranch with Cinnamon Bergeron
DESCRIPTION:Please join Aiken & Cinnamon at Rock Ledge Ranch on Friday\, March 3 – 9a! \nRock Ledge Ranch offers a lovely mix of riparian woods\, foothills pine and oak\, and open fields. We will venture northwest into Garden of the Gods park. \n\n\n– Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. We will be on relatively even terrain and will walk no more than 3 miles. Depending on weather conditions leading up to the trip\, trails could be snowy or muddy.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. If you don’t have a pair of binoculars\, let us know in advance and we’ll bring extra!\n– Restrooms available at the beginning\, midway\, and end of the hike.\n– Meet at the kiosk on the east side of Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site by the dog park\, 38.873553\, -104.871207. Depending on construction\, entering this area from the main entrance from Gateway Rd. may be more convenient. \n\n\nNo reservation required.  You will be asked to sign a waiver prior to the walk.\n\nAiken Audubon offers field trips to interested persons as a means to enjoy birds and nature. All participants do so in the spirit of enjoying the outing. \nAs a participant\, I will: \n\nStay with the group.\nNotify the leader (or the driver of the vehicle in which I am riding) of any plans to leave the group.\nMake sure the person who sat next to me in the car is there when we leave the area.\nNot undertake any endeavor that will endanger my health as I know it.\nObserve all applicable rules of conduct\, policy\, regulation and law\, whether on public or private lands.\nAdhere to the ABA Birder’s Code of Ethics.\n\nThe volunteer leaders will try to take reasonable precautions to provide for the safety of the participants. In the event of an accident\, any emergency care is the financial responsibility of the participant. \nI understand that I am primarily responsible for my own well-being\, and hold harmless Aiken Audubon Society and its volunteers from any claim that may arise\, including any contraction of illness\, such as COVID-19.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/rock-ledge-ranch-with-cinnamon-bergeron/
LOCATION:Rock Ledge Ranch\, 3199 Chambers Way\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:Building for the Birds - Offered through El Paso Nature Centers
DESCRIPTION:Building for the Birds \nSaturday\, March 11\, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  \nBuild a nesting box for common backyard birds\, learn who they are and their calls. An adult able to handle tools must accompany children. Bring a hammer and pliers if you have them. Other materials provided. Prepaid registration required. $12 per kit/$10 per member kit.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/building-for-the-birds-offered-through-el-paso-nature-centers/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230315T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230315T203000
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SUMMARY:Aiken Monthly Meeting March 2023 | Surveying Wyoming's Wolverines
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, along with Heather O’Brien of the Wyoming Game & Fish Department for our March program. This will be an in-person meeting (and broadcast on Zoom) held at the Colorado Parks & Wildlife Office at 4255 Sinton Road 80907. The classroom entrance is on the back of the building – the main door will be locked. \nWolverines are an elusive\, solitary species of dense forest habitats in the western United States and Canada. In recent years\, wildlife biologists from a number of agencies have collaborated to collectively study and better understand the full extent of wolverine range and distribution. The evening’s program will discuss wolverine ecology\, occupancy survey methods and survey results from Wyoming. \nHeather is the statewide nongame mammal biologist for the Wyoming Game & Fish Department\, based in Casper. She received her B.S. degree in Wildlife Ecology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1996\, and her M.S. degree studying white-tailed deer densities and herbivory from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2005. Her areas of interest include population estimation and ecology\, behavioral ecology\, fence and road ecology as it relates to wildlife movement\, and conservation of sensitive species. \nSnacks & Bird Talk (meet & mingle) 6:30pm\nMeeting announcements 7:00pm\nProgram Presentation 7:15pm \nPhoto: Mark Gocke/Wyoming Game & Fish Department \nCan’t make it in person? Join us on Zoom!  \nMeeting ID: 850 9550 1427\nPasscode: 490674
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-monthly-meeting-march-2023-surveying-wyomings-wolverines/
LOCATION:Colorado Parks and Wildlife Office\, 4255 Sinton Rd\, Colorado Springs\, 80907
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tally Kerr":MAILTO:programs@aikenaudubon.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230316T203000
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SUMMARY:Fountain Creek Adult Birding Club - Available through El Paso Nature Centers
DESCRIPTION:Become a more experienced\, confident birder over the next year by slowly learning details\, tips\, and tricks each month! Birding is a hobby that increases your observational skills\, connecting you to nature even more. You’ll get outside and move more\, see more\, and feel accomplished. This club will meet twice per month for one classroom session and one field trip for a total of 24 meetings. At the end of our club year\, participants attending 18/24 meetings will receive a certificate. Don’t have binoculars? You can borrow a pair from the Nature Center! \nThursday evening classroom sessions will be held in-person at Fountain Creek Nature Center. Lessons will include discussions of how each month’s focus group of birds’ anatomy\, movement\, diet\, and habitat are all connected. We will define major identifying characteristics seen in the field for each species and become familiar with sounds. Dates are subject to change\, but unlikely to.\nSaturday morning field trips will be at various places throughout El Paso County. These outings will give you real-life experience of locations to explore and seasonal species to discover. Dates and locations are subject to change in the event of inclement weather. \n  \n$250 per person / $220 per member \n  \n \n  \nClick here to register! Members\, create an account if you don’t have one already\, then call 719-520-6745 to have a staff person apply your discount. \n  \nAnticipated schedule of classes and field trips; dates and locations subject to change \nThursday\, March 16th\, 6:30 p.m. —8:30 p.m. CLASS: Intro—materials\, methods\, goals\, digital help\, social opportunities\, ethics\nSaturday\, March 18th \, 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. FIELD TRIP: Fountain Creek Regional Park \nThursday\, April 20th\, 6:30 p.m. —8:30 p.m. CLASS: Feeder birds: chickadees\, nuthatches\, creeper\, bushtit\, woodpeckers\, doves\nSaturday April 22nd\, 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. FIELD TRIP: Stratton Open Space \nThursday\, May 25th\, 6:30 p.m. —8:30 p.m. CLASS: Wading and other water birds\nSaturday\, May 27th\, 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. FIELD TRIP: Big Johnson Reservoir & Bluestem Prairie Open Space \nThursday\, June 22nd\, 6:30 p.m. —8:30 p.m. CLASS: Shorebirds\nSaturday\, June 24th\, 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. FIELD TRIP: Fountain Creek Regional Park \nThursday\, July 27th\, 6:30 p.m. —8:30 p.m. CLASS: Swifts\, swallows\, hummingbirds\nSaturday\, July 29th\, 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. FIELD TRIP: Red Rocks Open Space \nThursday\, August 24th\, 6:30 p.m. —8:30 p.m. CLASS: Warblers & Vireos\nSaturday\, August 26th\, 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. FIELD TRIP: Adams Open Space & Kane Ranch \nThursday\, September 21st\, 6:30 p.m. —8:30 p.m. CLASS: Birds of prey\nSaturday\, September 22nd\, 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. FIELD TRIP: Clear Spring Ranch \nThursday\, October 19th\, 6:30 p.m. —8:30 p.m. CLASS: Ducks and other dabblers\, divers\, paddlers\nSaturday\, October 21st\, 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. FIELD TRIP: Big Johnson Reservoir & Bluestem Prairie Open Space \nThursday\, November 2nd\, 6:30 p.m. —8:30 p.m. CLASS: Corvids and Flycatchers\nSaturday\, November 4th\, 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. FIELD TRIP: Bear Creek Nature Center \nThursday\, December 7th\, 6:30 p.m. —8:30 p.m. CLASS: Sparrows & Icterids\, tanagers & allies\nSaturday\, December 9th\, 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. FIELD TRIP: Kettle Lakes \nThursday\, January 18th\, 6:30 p.m. —8:30 p.m. CLASS: Gulls—terns\nSaturday\, January 20th\, 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. FIELD TRIP: Prospect Lake at Memorial Park \nThursday\, February 15th\, 6:30 p.m. —8:30 p.m. CLASS: Who haven’t we covered? Kinglets\, gnatcatcher\, wrens\, mimids\, quail\, turkey\, ptarmigan\, grouse\, nighthawks\nSaturday\, February 17th\, 8:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m. FIELD TRIP: Clear Spring Ranch \n  \n  \nFountain Creek Nature Center \n320 Pepper Grass Lane \nFountain\, CO 80817
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/fountain-creek-adult-birding-club-available-through-el-paso-nature-centers/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230319T080000
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews with Jessica Miller Ute Valley Park
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 19 \nUte Valley Park (8am)  followed by Trinity Brewing (11am)\n– Ute Valley Park is on the northwest side of the city and features interesting geological formations among foothills meadows and pine oak forests.  Afterwards we’ll stop by Trinity Brewing just a couple miles away for drinks. Trinity also has great food!\n– Difficulty: Moderate. We may walk three miles or so over uneven\, hilly terrain. Depending on weather conditions leading upto the trip\, trails could be snowy or muddy.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. Don’t have binoculars? Let Jessica know you would like to borrow a pair.\n– No public restroom on site\n– We will meet on the south west side of Ute Valley Park at the Pinon Valley Park Trailhead in a residential area at 5465 7 Oaks Dr\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80919\n– Trinity Brewing is about 7 minutes away at1466 Garden of the Gods Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80907\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica Miller is you’d like to join.  jessicaisbirding@gmail.com\nYou will be asked to sign a waiver prior to the walk.\n\nAiken Audubon offers field trips to interested persons as a means to enjoy birds and nature. All participants do so in the spirit of enjoying the outing. \nAs a participant\, I will: \n\nStay with the group.\nNotify the leader (or the driver of the vehicle in which I am riding) of any plans to leave the group.\nMake sure the person who sat next to me in the car is there when we leave the area.\nNot undertake any endeavor that will endanger my health as I know it.\nObserve all applicable rules of conduct\, policy\, regulation and law\, whether on public or private lands.\nAdhere to the ABA Birder’s Code of Ethics.\n\nThe volunteer leaders will try to take reasonable precautions to provide for the safety of the participants. In the event of an accident\, any emergency care is the financial responsibility of the participant. \nI understand that I am primarily responsible for my own well-being\, and hold harmless Aiken Audubon Society and its volunteers from any claim that may arise\, including any contraction of illness\, such as COVID-19.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-with-jessica-miller-sunday-march-19-at-8a/
LOCATION:Ute Valley Park\, 5465 7 Oaks Dr\,\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80919 \, CO\, 80919\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230403T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230403T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230323T171758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T210314Z
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SUMMARY:Pikeview Reservoir with Cinnamon Bergeron
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken and Cinnamon on Monday\, April 3 at Pikeview Reservoir 830-1030a!\nA trail runs along the river and reservoir\, with some pretty good birding spots! \n– Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. We will be on relatively even terrain and will walk no more than 2 miles.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. Don’t have binoculars? Let Melanie know if you would like to borrow a pair.\n-Directions:  From I-25\, take Garden of the Gods East just one block and turn right on Mark Dabling Blvd and then about a half block turn left into the parking lot just past Aspen Auto Clinic. There is a sign that says Pikeview Reservoir.   Google map:  https://goo.gl/maps/JNYNhzK8pDNoGCt57 \n\n\n\n\n\n  \nYou will be asked to sign a waiver prior to the walk. \nAiken Audubon offers field trips to interested persons as a means to enjoy birds and nature. All participants do so in the spirit of enjoying the outing. \nAs a participant\, I will: \n\nStay with the group.\nNotify the leader (or the driver of the vehicle in which I am riding) of any plans to leave the group.\nMake sure the person who sat next to me in the car is there when we leave the area.\nNot undertake any endeavor that will endanger my health as I know it.\nObserve all applicable rules of conduct\, policy\, regulation and law\, whether on public or private lands.\nAdhere to the ABA Birder’s Code of Ethics.\n\nAiken leaders or trip participants may take pictures which will be posted to our Facebook page or used in outreach materials. Please check next to your name if you are comfortable with your likeness being shared online. \nThe volunteer leaders will try to take reasonable precautions to provide for the safety of the participants. In the event of an accident\, any emergency care is the financial responsibility of the participant. \nI understand that I am primarily responsible for my own well-being\, and hold harmless Aiken Audubon Society and its volunteers from any claim that may arise\, including any contraction of illness\, such as COVID-19. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/pikeview-reservoir-with-cinnamon-bergeron/
LOCATION:Pikeview Reservoir\, 4401 Mark Dabling Blvd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Helton":MAILTO:mhelton016@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230306T140853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T140853Z
UID:7173-1681549200-1681560000@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Junior Bird Club - offered through El Paso Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Junior Bird Club  \nSaturday\, April 15\, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  \nNature lovers ages 8 to 15 are invited to spend time together outdoors and practice their birding skills! In this meeting\, we will learn about the very first birds… yeah\, this one is 66 million years in the making! Lesson\, craft\, and birding walk included. Prepaid registration required. $10 per meeting.  \nhttps://communityservices.elpasoco.com/nature-centers/
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/junior-bird-club-offered-through-el-paso-nature-center/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230416T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230221T201943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230415T163429Z
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews with Jessica Miller Austin Bluffs Open Space
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 16 \nAustin Bluffs Open Space (8am) followed by Lost Friend Brewing Company (12pm)\n\n– Please RSVP to Jessica Miller if you’d like to join. Jessica Miller <jessicaisbirding@gmail.com>\n\n– Austin Bluffs is a relatively under-birded site on the north side of the city. We will hike along some interesting geography through foothills meadows and pine oak forests. Our turnaround point will be the Pulpit Rock overlook! Afterwards we’ll pop over to Lost Friend Brewing for a couple well-earned beers. There is typically a food truck on site.\n– Difficulty: Moderate. We will hike 4 miles over 4 hours over uneven trails. Depending on weather conditions leading upto the trip\, trails could be snowy or muddy.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. You might like to bring a snack and water. Don’t have binoculars? Let Jessica know you would like to borrow a pair.\n– No public restroom on site\n– We will meet on the east side at the intersection of Rockhurst Blvd. and University Park Blvd\, 38.909919\, -104.789987.  Park along Rockhurst Blvd and meet at the traffic circle.\nClick here for map\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica Miller if you’d like to join. Jessica Miller <jessicaisbirding@gmail.com>\nYou will be asked to sign a waiver prior to the walk.\n\nAiken Audubon offers field trips to interested persons as a means to enjoy birds and nature. All participants do so in the spirit of enjoying the outing. \nAs a participant\, I will: \n\nStay with the group.\nNotify the leader (or the driver of the vehicle in which I am riding) of any plans to leave the group.\nMake sure the person who sat next to me in the car is there when we leave the area.\nNot undertake any endeavor that will endanger my health as I know it.\nObserve all applicable rules of conduct\, policy\, regulation and law\, whether on public or private lands.\nAdhere to the ABA Birder’s Code of Ethics.\n\nThe volunteer leaders will try to take reasonable precautions to provide for the safety of the participants. In the event of an accident\, any emergency care is the financial responsibility of the participant. \nI understand that I am primarily responsible for my own well-being\, and hold harmless Aiken Audubon Society and its volunteers from any claim that may arise\, including any contraction of illness\, such as COVID-19.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-with-jessica-miller-austin-bluffs-open-space/
LOCATION:Rockhurst Blvd. and University Park Blvd\, 38.909919\, -104.789987.
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230419T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230305T221454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T130938Z
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SUMMARY:Chico Basin with Kara Laszczyk
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken & Kara Laszczyk for a bird trip to Chico Basin on Wednesday\, April 19th.  We will meet at Target (1630 E Cheyenne Mountain Road\, 80906) at 730a\, carpool and then will return to Target around 2p.  Pack a snack\, lunch and water. \nAttendance will be limited to the first 15 people to register – email mhelton016@gmail.com with your interest.  Entrance to the ranch is $10 per person.  We will be carpooling from Target.  If you are interested in driving\, please let me know when registering\, along with how many people you can include in your vehicle. \nChico Basin Ranch is a family-managed cattle ranch owned by the Colorado Land Board and operating on the high prairie of eastern Colorado. They use age-old ranching practices\, progressive grazing management\, and innovative business strategies to maintain healthy lands and a profitable\, rewarding livelihood. \nThe ranch is a major flyway for migratory birds\, due to abundant springs\, lakes\, and other bird habitat\, and is well known as one of the prime birding locations in the state. Over 330 species of birds—some rarely seen in Colorado—have been sighted on the ranch. \nThe ranch operates a bird banding station during the spring and fall in partnership with the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies. In addition\, school groups\, birding groups\, and other educational programs are hosted throughout the year. \n\n\nDifficulty: Easy to moderate. We will hike 2 miles and drive in-between. Depending on weather conditions leading up to the trip\, trails could be snowy or muddy.\n– Bring binoculars\, camera and/or spotting scope and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. If you would like to borrow binoculars\, please let me know in advance.\n– There is a porta potty by the banding station and another by their headquarters.\n\n\nYou will be asked to sign a waiver prior to our trip.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/chico-basin-with-cinnamon-bergeron/
LOCATION:Chico  Basin Ranch\, 22500 S Peyton Hwy\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80928\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Helton":MAILTO:mhelton016@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230419T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230419T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230407T020402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230415T183754Z
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SUMMARY:Aiken Monthly Meeting April 2023 | The Amazing Sounds of Birds
DESCRIPTION:What bird uses its voice to echolocate inside dark caves? Which bird sings a duet with itself? What bird sings the longest song? What bird has the largest vocabulary? In this presentation for general audiences\, Nathan Pieplow answers all these questions and more\, using some of the most remarkable audio from over fifteen years of recording birds in the field. This will be an in-person meeting (and broadcast on Zoom) held at the Colorado Parks & Wildlife Office at 4255 Sinton Road 80907. The classroom entrance is on the back of the building – the main door will be locked. \nNathan authored the “Peterson Field Guide to Bird Sounds of Western North America” and is a professor at the University of Colorado – Boulder. \nJoin us this month in person or online via Zoom. \nSnacks & Bird Talk (meet & mingle) 6:30pm\nMeeting announcements 7:00pm\nProgram Presentation 7:15pm \n\nClick to join meeting (passcode may be required if joining on your phone) \nMeeting ID: 871 1317 5352\nPasscode: 823309
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-monthly-meeting-april-2023-the-amazing-sounds-of-birds/
LOCATION:Colorado Parks and Wildlife Office\, 4255 Sinton Rd\, Colorado Springs\, 80907
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tally Kerr":MAILTO:programs@aikenaudubon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230427T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230426T125205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T125205Z
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SUMMARY:Join Audubon Rockies Thursday\, April 27
DESCRIPTION:Audubon Rockies is hosting an event Thursday\, April 27\, at noon MT that may be of interest: Conservation photographer Dave Showalter will be joining us for an epic visual journey through the vast Colorado River watershed as he discusses his new book\, Living River: The Promise of the Mighty Colorado. You can find more info and register for free here. You can also view the trailer here.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-audubon-rockies-thursday-april-27/
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230427T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230427T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230317T014159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T015457Z
UID:7191-1682618400-1682618400@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Birding 101: Bear Creek Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a two-part session for Beginning Birders! Aiken Audubon leaders will teach about bird identification\, behavior and habitats\, birding ethics\, and choices for binoculars\, scopes\, and field guides. This is the spring version of the Birding 101 course Aiken taught last fall. So\, if you took the course in the fall\, there will still be plenty to learn. But if you missed our fall course\, don’t fret\, all the information we will be presenting is relevant to those just getting started birding. This event is offered through Bear Creek Nature Center and El Paso County Parks and registration is To register\, click here (activity #101000-72). The registration fee is $10 and supports El Paso County Parks. You will need to create an account with El Paso County Park’s website to register if you do not already have an account. We hope you’ll join us!  \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birding-101-bear-creek-nature-center/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Nature Center\, 245 Bear Creek Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clark Jones":MAILTO:jones.clark.d@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230430T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230430T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230415T172621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230415T173050Z
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Birding at Kettle Lakes
DESCRIPTION:Not an early bird? Frustrated that every birding trip starts while you’re still snoozing? Then this trip is for you! Join Aiken board members Anna Joy Lehmicke and Tally Kerr for an afternoon of birding at Kettle Lakes\, near the Air Force Academy entrance. We’ll hope to find a variety of waterbirds on and around the lakes\, as well as migrant and resident songbirds in the surrounding trees and brush. Plan on a leisurely 2-3 mile walk on easy terrain (roads and groomed trails). Please RSVP below – group size will be limited to 12 people. More details\, including meeting location\, will be sent out just prior to the trip. \nPhoto: Patricia Henschen
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/afternoon-birding-at-kettle-lakes/
LOCATION:Kettle Lakes\, Airfield Dr\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80920
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Anna Joy Lehmicke":MAILTO:alehmicke@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230503T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230503T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230317T155607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T155607Z
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SUMMARY:Chico Basin Ranch with John Drummond
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken & John Drummond for a bird trip to Chico Basin on Wednesday\, May 3rd.  We will meet at Tejon Park & Ride (S Tejon St & Ronald Reagan H\, Colorado Springs 80905) at 730a\, carpool and then will return to Tejon around 2p.  If you’ll be traveling from Pueblo\, we will make arrangements to meet you at the ranch entrance. \nPack a snack\, lunch and water; we’ll break for lunch around 1230p. \nBCR banding station will be in operation\, too! \nAttendance will be limited to the first 16 people to register – email mhelton016@gmail.com with your interest.  Entrance to the ranch is $10 per person.  We will be carpooling from Tejon.  If you are interested in driving\, please let me know when registering\, along with how many people you can include in your vehicle. \nChico Basin Ranch is a family-managed cattle ranch owned by the Colorado Land Board and operating on the high prairie of eastern Colorado. They use age-old ranching practices\, progressive grazing management\, and innovative business strategies to maintain healthy lands and a profitable\, rewarding livelihood. \nThe ranch is a major flyway for migratory birds\, due to abundant springs\, lakes\, and other bird habitat\, and is well known as one of the prime birding locations in the state. Over 330 species of birds—some rarely seen in Colorado—have been sighted on the ranch. \nThe ranch operates a bird banding station during the spring and fall in partnership with the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies. In addition\, school groups\, birding groups\, and other educational programs are hosted throughout the year. \n\n\nDifficulty: Easy to moderate. We will hike 2 miles and drive in-between. Depending on weather conditions leading up to the trip\, trails could be snowy or muddy.\n– Bring binoculars\, camera and/or spotting scope and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. If you would like to borrow binoculars\, please let me know in advance.\n– There is a porta-potty by the banding station and another by their headquarters.\n\n\nYou will be asked to sign an Aiken waiver prior to our trip.\nOnce you’re confirmed\, I will send a link to sign the Ranch waiver sheet online beforehand.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/chico-basin-ranch-with-john-drummond/
LOCATION:Chico  Basin Ranch\, 22500 S Peyton Hwy\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80928\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melanie Helton":MAILTO:mhelton016@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230513T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230513T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230405T190558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T190558Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Bird Count offered through El Paso Nature Centers - Fountain Creek
DESCRIPTION:Spring Bird Count \nSaturday\, May 13\, 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.  \nBeginning to advanced birders count and record the numbers of bird species and populations found in Fountain Creek Regional Park during the height of spring migration. $5 donation recommended to support our bird feeders. \nOnline registration available through: https://communityservices.elpasoco.com/nature-centers/ \n 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/spring-bird-count-offered-through-el-paso-nature-centers-fountain-creek/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230513T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230501T181243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T181243Z
UID:7347-1683972000-1683990000@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Hummingbird Festival
DESCRIPTION:Attend this year’s Hummingbird Festival at the Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center on May 13th from 10am to 3pm.\n\nThere will be a variety of fun and educational presentations for people of all ages.\n\nVisit vendors for hummingbird-friendly plants and hummingbird feeders\, observe hummingbirds in the Chris Byers Memorial Hummingbird Garden and on the trails!\n\nPresentations include “All About Hummingbirds” by Brenda Holmes-Stanciu and a Raptor Center presentation.\n\nPlease consider carpooling to the event as parking is limited!
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/hummingbird-festival/
LOCATION:Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\, 2120 S. Cheyenne Cañon Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230405T190845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T190845Z
UID:7214-1684000800-1684008000@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Active Adults: Sunset Bird Photography Workshop - Available through El Paso Nature Centers
DESCRIPTION:Active Adults: Sunset Bird Photography Workshop \nSaturday\, May 13\, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.  \nSpring is a wonderful time to view birds\, and the wetlands and woodlands at Fountain Creek Nature Center provide a perfect place for them to flock to. Join award-winning photographer\, Mike Pach\, as he helps you capture photos of spring migrants in the soft evening light. All skill levels welcome. Bring your camera and tripod (optional). Be prepared to photograph the sunset. Prepaid registration required. $20 per person. 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/active-adults-sunset-bird-photography-workshop-available-through-el-paso-nature-centers/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230221T202300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230221T202300Z
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews with Jessica Miller - Rock Ledge Ranch
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 14\nRock Ledge Ranch (9am) followed by Red Leg Brewing Company (12pm)\n– Rock Ledge Ranch offers a lovely mix of riparian woods\, foothills pine and oak\, and open fields. We will venture northwest into Garden of the Gods park to look for prairie falcons and white-throated swifts. Expect a nice variety of migrants and summer residents throughout! Afterwards we’ll head a few minutes up the road to Red Leg Brewing.\n– Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. We will be on relatively even terrain and will walk no more than 3 miles. Depending on weather conditions leading upto the trip\, trails could be snowy or muddy.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. Don’t have binoculars? Let Jessica know you would like to borrow a pair.\n– Restrooms available at the beginning\, midway\, and end of the hike.\n– Meet at the kiosk on the east side of Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site by the dog park\, 38.873553\, -104.871207. Depending on construction\, entering this area from the main entrance from Gateway Rd. may be more convenient. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP to Jessica Miller if you plan to attend. Jessica Miller <jessicaisbirding@gmail.com>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nYou will be asked to sign a waiver prior to the walk. \nAiken Audubon offers field trips to interested persons as a means to enjoy birds and nature. All participants do so in the spirit of enjoying the outing. \nAs a participant\, I will: \n\nStay with the group.\nNotify the leader (or the driver of the vehicle in which I am riding) of any plans to leave the group.\nMake sure the person who sat next to me in the car is there when we leave the area.\nNot undertake any endeavor that will endanger my health as I know it.\nObserve all applicable rules of conduct\, policy\, regulation and law\, whether on public or private lands.\nAdhere to the ABA Birder’s Code of Ethics.\n\nThe volunteer leaders will try to take reasonable precautions to provide for the safety of the participants. In the event of an accident\, any emergency care is the financial responsibility of the participant. \nI understand that I am primarily responsible for my own well-being\, and hold harmless Aiken Audubon Society and its volunteers from any claim that may arise\, including any contraction of illness\, such as COVID-19.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-with-jessica-miller-rock-ledge-ranch/
LOCATION:Rock Ledge Ranch\, 3199 Chambers Way\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230517T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230517T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230501T165626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230514T185056Z
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SUMMARY:Aiken Monthly Meeting May 2023 | The Birds of Central Panama and Darien Lowlands
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly meeting this May as we travel to Panama (through photos) with John Bruder! \nExperience the incredible avian birds diversity of the lowlands of central Panama\, the foothills of western Panama\, and the remote stretches of eastern Panama as John and Risë bird for 21 days at the three exceptional Canopy Family signature lodges.  From sunrise on the observation deck of the Canopy Tower\, to the lush cloud forests at the Canopy Lodge\, and on to beautiful sunsets in eastern Panama at the Canopy Camp & Darién Lowlands\, you will be immersed in this amazing birding trip. \nJohn Bruder has been birding with his wife Risë Foster-Bruder since 1982\, most recently\nin the Pikes Peak region for the past 20 years. John has been fortunate enough to have\nbirded throughout Central and South America\, the Caribbean\, Europe\, and Asia\, and has\nsupported and lead trips for the Pike’s Peak Birding and Nature Festival since its\ninception in 2015. John’s passion for birding was sparked by the sighting of a Eurasian\nHoopoe on the border of Iraq in 1990 and has grown ever since. He continues actively\nbirding with local birding groups and giving presentations on international birding. \n\nThis will be an in-person meeting (and broadcast on Zoom) 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. \nSnacks & Bird Talk (meet & mingle) 6:30pm\nMeeting announcements 7:00pm\nProgram Presentation 7:15pm \n\nYou can also join us on Zoom!\nMay 17\, 2023 06:30 PM Mountain Time\nMeeting ID: 819 9461 0380\nPasscode: 196898 \n\n*photo credit: John Bruder
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-monthly-meeting-may-2023-the-birds-of-central-panama-and-darien-lowlands/
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:20230518T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164206
CREATED:20230315T152730Z
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SUMMARY:Pikes Peak Birding and Nature Festival
DESCRIPTION:Pikes Peak Birding and Nature Festival is right around the corner! \nEarly Bird Registration opens on March 25! \n  \nSee   Pikespeakbirdingandnaturefestival.org  for more information!
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/pikes-peak-birding-and-nature-festival/
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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SUMMARY:Aiken Canyon with Tyler Stewart and Michael Rogers
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken\, Tyler Stewart and Michael Rogers on June 3rd at 630a for an approximately 3 hour walk.  Meet in the parking lot\, map below.  We will lead two separate groups through Aiken Canyon. \n\n\nNamed after ornithologist\, Dr. Charles Aiken\, this is a great destination for birders. Over 100 species have been seen here. Located 16 miles south of Colorado Springs\, these 1\,621-acres are where Aiken raised his herd of sheep. Aiken Canyon is one of the last high-quality examples of the southern Front Range foothills ecosystem. The preserve is composed of a mosaic of habitat types\, including shrub lands\, tall grass prairie meadows\, pinyon juniper woodlands and mixed coniferous woodlands. Make sure you bring sturdy boots for hiking and plenty of water. \n\nAppropriate for all levels of birders.\nPhysical difficulty: Moderate/difficult.\nMeet at Aiken Canyon (map) at 6:30 am.\nLimited to 10 participants.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-canyon-with-tyler-stewart/
LOCATION:Aiken Canyon\, 3350 Turkey Canon Ranch Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80926
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:Sondermann Park with Lark BenDaniel
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken and Lark BenDaniel at Sondermann Park on June 10\, 2023 @7a. \nSondermann Park on the west side of Colorado Springs is a 97-acre natural park tucked into a shallow valley.\nThe park is located at 740 W. Caramillo St.\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80907\nThe park offers seven easy hiking trails\, Mesa Valley Trail\, a creek tumbling through a valley\, good birdwatching\, and plenty of wildlife. \n\nAppropriate for all levels of birders.\nPhysical difficulty: Easy.\nMeet at Catamount Institute @ 740 W. Caramillo St.\nLimited to 10 participants.\nNo bathrooms are located at the facility.\nYou will be asked to sign a waiver prior to the walk.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/sondermann-park-with-lark-bendaniel/
LOCATION:Sondermann Park\, 740 W Carmamillo St\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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