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SUMMARY:The Twelve Days of Christmas: Colorado Bird Edition - December Liquid Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Let’s get festive! Guest speaker\, Dr. Claire Ramos\, Assoc. Professor of Biology at CSU Pueblo\, will share info about the birds of the well-known carol and their species found in Colorado. \nPlease RSVP to fcwdaa@gmail.com \nAttendees receive $1 off beer
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/the-twelve-days-of-christmas-colorado-bird-edition-december-liquid-lecture/
LOCATION:Brues Alehouse Brewing Co.\, 120 Riverwalk Pl\, Pueblo\, CO\, United States
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SUMMARY:Stratton Open Space with Mary Rudolph - January 4\, 2024!
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken and Mary Rudolph on January 4\, 2024 at 930a!  Plan to meet at Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center (2120 S Cheyenne Canyon Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80906) and we’ll walk the Stratton Open Space.  Difficulty is easy to medium\, mostly flat terrain with some hilly sections. \nBring your binoculars and dress for the forecast!  If you would like to borrow a set of binoculars\, please send an email to mhelton016@gmail.com to reserve in advance. \nNo registration is necessary!  We just hope to see you and a bunch of birds! \nGet to know your leader: \nMary Rudolph graduated from Colorado College in 2023 with a major in organismal biology (emphasis in ornithology) and a minor in Arabic. Born and raised in Colorado Springs\, she is an avid long-distance trail runner who loves doing just about anything outside. She first started working with Audubon after attending the Audubon Convention in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin\, in 2019. She now serves on the Audubon Rockies board of directors and the Audubon Council of Colorado. Mary also founded Tiger Audubon\, the Colorado College Audubon campus chapter.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/stratton-open-space-with-mary-rudolph-january-4-2024/
LOCATION:Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\, 2120 S. Cheyenne Cañon Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews with Jessica Miller - Prospect Lake followed by Mash Mechanix
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, January 7\nProspect Lake (2pm) & Mash Mechanix (4pm)\n\n– Prospect Lake is an urban recreational site\, but this large body of water is a magnet for waterfowl and gulls in the winter. Who knows what may pop up here! Afterwards we’ll pop over to Mash Mechanix.\n– Difficulty: Easy. We will be on relatively flat terrain and will walk about 1.25 miles.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. Bring a scope if you have one. Let Jessica know if you need to borrow a pair of binoculars.\n– Meet at the Swing High Playground parking lot on the south west side of the lake; a house across the street has the address 812 Prospect Lake Dr.\n\n– Please RSVP by emailing Jessica at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-with-jessica-miller-prospect-lake-followed-by-mash-mechanix/
LOCATION:Prospect Lake\, South Union Blvd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Miller":MAILTO:jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Aiken Monthly Meeting January 2024 | Raptor Identification
DESCRIPTION:Want to figure out which hawk that is in your backyard?  How about the hawk along the highway?\nColorado has 18 non-rare species of diurnal raptors. Join us in January\, along with Debbie Barnes as she presents an information-packed program explaining how to identify Colorado’s eagles\, hawks\, falcons and kites. Debbie has been studying the identification of these birds for ten years and has developed a program to help separate the various species. Join us and learn the tips that will greatly improve your skills. \nDebbie has been birding and photographing birds for over twenty years.  In addition\, she volunteers for Colorado State Parks\, Colorado Breeding Bird Atlas II and several Christmas Bird Counts. She has taught raptor identification classes at Cheyenne Mountain State Park\, spoken at meetings of Colorado State Parks Raptor Monitors and taught a birding class at Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument.  She has written a bird guide for Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument and Cheyenne Mountain State Park.  She is currently writing a guide for Mueller State Park.  She served for several years on the board of Aiken Audubon and is currently serving on the Field Trip board for Colorado Field Ornithologists. \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\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 894 3062 6357\nPasscode: 152481 \nImage credit: Debbie Barnes
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-monthly-meeting-january-2024-raptor-identification/
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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SUMMARY:Some Flew Away\, But Hooo Stayed? Family Program at El Paso's Bear Creek Nature Center Jan 20 @ 10a
DESCRIPTION:Some Flew Away\, But Hooo Stayed?\n\nLet’s discuss which birds call Bear Creek home during the winter months\, hike to search for them\, and make a bird treat to attract birds to your yard.\n\n\nFees\n\n\nCharge When Not Billed:\nFamily Program Fee (Standard Fee): $5.00\n\n\nActivity Details\nSome Flew Away\, But Hooo Stayed?\n\n\nMeeting Details\n\n01/20/2024 –01/20/2024\nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nDays: Sat\nBear Creek Nature Center\n245 Bear Creek Nature Center\nColorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\n(719)520-6387\nFacility: Bear Creek Nature Ce\n\n\n\nEligibility\nCurrent Transaction Date on or after 02/13/18.\nMore Than or Equal to 0 days before the item begin date.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/some-flew-away-but-hooo-stayed-family-program-at-el-pasos-bear-creek-nature-center-jan-20-10a/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Nature Center\, 245 Bear Creek Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240127T113000
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SUMMARY:Live Birds of Prey with El Paso's Fountain Creek Nature Center - January 27 @10a
DESCRIPTION:Live Birds of Prey\n\nFountain Creek Nature Center staff strive to offer innovative public programs for all ages and interests year-round! Each season we offer various programs to get you in-touch with nature\, from new and unique to old seasonal favorites. Check back each season to see if there’s something you\, your child\, or whole family will like! Please click the title of each program to learn more about what to expect\, see how many spots are available\, and read any unique registration instructions. \nPrepaid registration is required for all programs. Unless otherwise specified\, none of these programs are drop-off; an adult must register and attend the program with each group.\nTo avoid problems with your registration\, please register everyone in your party at the same time. To register family members or friends\, please add them to your account as an “Additional Family Member”.\nIf you have questions about a program or have problems registering online\, you may call Fountain Creek Nature Center at 719-520-6745. Registration will close 2 hours from the start of the program.\nThere will be no refunds for cancellations or failure to attend. Refunds will be offered if the Nature Center cancels the program.\n\n\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 does to rehabilitate sick\, injured\, and orphaned birds of prey.\n\n\nFees\n\n\nCharge When Not Billed:\n(Standard Fee): $5.00\n\nMeeting Details\n\n01/27/2024 –01/27/2024\nTime: 10:00 am – 11:30 am\nDays: Sat\nFountain Creek Nature Center\n320 Pepper Grass Lane\nFountain\, CO\, 80817\n(719)520-6745\nFacility: Fountain Creek Nature Center
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/live-birds-of-prey-with-el-pasos-fountain-creek-nature-center-january-27-10a/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240128T150000
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SUMMARY:Ducks & Donuts with Tally Kerr & DFO | January 28
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second of four\, in a new series of winter bird walks focusing on winter waterfowl. \nThis series focuses on helping developing birders learn how to identify winter waterfowl\, but all levels of expertise are welcome. If you’re a developing birder\, please join us. This will be a great opportunity to learn together. \nThis is a special joint trip with Denver Field Ornithologists to the Pueblo area! \nThe day will start with donuts at Daylight Donuts in Pueblo. We will then enjoy birding along the Arkansas River between The Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center and Lake Pueblo. Ducks are at the top of our list for the day\, and we will also be looking for a variety of sparrows\, phoebes\, wrens\, woodpeckers\, hawks and more. This is a good area to discover something unusual along the river and in the nearby thickets. If time allows\, we will stop by Pueblo City Park to conclude the trip. \nThe day will include approximately 5 miles of walking with possible areas of mud and ice.\nPlan for Colorado weather and dress accordingly for cold and changing weather.\nPack your binoculars or let Tally know if you need to borrow a pair.\nScopes will be available to share\, but feel free to bring your own if you’d like.\nBe sure to pack snacks\, lunch\, water and sunscreen.\nRestrooms will be available at several spots.\nCarpooling meeting spots will be announced for those in Denver Metro area and for those in the Pikes Peak region. \nRegistration is required through the Denver Field Ornithologists website.\nClick on Field Trips\, and scroll down to select this trip. If you don’t see the trip listed\, please check back often.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/ducks-donuts-with-tally-kerr-december-30/
LOCATION:Pueblo Area
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240210T100000
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SUMMARY:Manitou Lake Bird Walk led by Joe LaFleur - February 10
DESCRIPTION:A note from Joe (2/8/24):\n\n\n\nForecast is showing light snow from Friday thru Sat. AM\, about 4 inches total\, also cold\, in the 20s\, however one good thing it won’t be windy. I will be there regardless!\n\n\n\n\nManitou Lake Bird Walk\nSaturday\, February 10\n9:00-10:00 AM\nGuided Bird Walk at Manitou Lake north of Woodland Park on Highway 67\, meet at entrance. Manitou Lake is the best birding area in Teller County because it features a diversity of habitats\, including wetlands that are not a common habitat type in the county. A bonus boardwalk provides easy access through the wetland. In addition\, the moving water below the spillway provides open water that attracts birds in winter.\n$10 vehicle access\, binoculars suggested. In the event of a blizzard\, the walk will be cancelled\, otherwise dress warmly and be prepared for snowy conditions.\nWalk led by local birding expert and author Joe LaFleur.\nMore info: joe@betterbirdwatching.com\, 719-301-8801
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/manitou-lake-bird-walk-led-by-joe-lafleur-february-10/
LOCATION:Manitou Lake CO-67\, CO-67\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240217T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240217T130000
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SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count at Fossil Beds - February 17\, 9a-1p
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Fossil Beds have held a citizen science event for the Great Backyard Bird Count for the last 9 years. It goes from 9 AM to 1 PM. They offer short bird walks to count birds and record the count. They also have other activities for the families and children such as making bird feeders and scavenger hunts.\n\nNo registration is necessary\, just show up for any or all of the bird count!\nAny questions\, please contact Sally at sammckind@aol.com
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/great-backyard-bird-count-at-fossil-beds-february-17-9a-1p/
LOCATION:Florissant Fossil Beds\, 15807 Co Rd 1\, Florissant\, CO\, 80816\, United States
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240218T140000
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brew with Jessica Miller - Pueblo Reservoir and Valco Ponds!
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, February 18\nPueblo Reservoir and Valco Ponds (9am) & Reservoir Brewing (1pm)\n– Let’s peruse the ponds along the Arkansas River and Pueblo Reservoir for a variety of waterfowl\, gulls\, and resident birds. Afterwards we’ll head to Reservoir Brewing to toast our excellent bird list!\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Pueblo forecast. Bring a scope if you have one. Let Jessica know if you need to borrow a pair of binoculars.\n– We will coordinate a carpool/caravan from Colorado Springs. After we arrive we will drive between 4 or 5 birding locations\, all within Lake Pueblo State Park. It’s recommended that cars have a Colorado State Park Pass\, otherwise\, be prepared to purchase a daily pass ($10) per vehicle.\n– Difficulty: Easy. We will be on relatively flat terrain and will walk about 2 miles throughout the morning.\n– Bring a snack to get you through the morning\, but the Brewery has lunch items!\n– Please RSVP by emailing Jessica at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com\n\nPhoto taken by Jerlene Haywood
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brew-with-jessica-miller-pueblo-reservoir-and-valco-ponds/
LOCATION:Pueblo Area
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240221T203000
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SUMMARY:Aiken Monthly Meeting February 2024 | High Altitude Finches
DESCRIPTION:Rosy & Redpoll Finches are a great topic for our February monthly meeting as they blend in well with Valentine hearts…and they don’t mind the snow. \nJoin us this month for an in-depth presentation on The role of plumage coloration and local adaptation in the differentiation of high elevation and high latitude finches. Variation in color and pattern make birds among the most colorful of all vertebrate animals. Plumage color can be an important clue for species recognizing potential mates\, and differences in color might act as a barrier to reproduction. Our presenter Erik Funk will share some of his recent work investigating how differences in coloration contribute to genetic differences in rosy-finches (Leucosticte spp.) and redpoll finches (Acanthis spp.). Erik will describe some specific genes that appear to control plumage color differences and local adaptation\, and the ways in which these traits have influenced the evolution of these two bird groups. \nErik was born and raised in San Diego\, CA where he was introduced early to the birds of the chaparral and coastal sage scrub. Erik began research on birds as an undergraduate at San Diego State University\, continuing on to get his masters degree studying the genetic relationships and evolution of the neotropical tanagers. In 2017 he moved to Colorado where he began a PhD program with Dr. Scott Taylor studying divergence and speciation at the University of Colorado Boulder. Since finishing his degree in 2022\, Erik has worked as a National Science Foundation postdoctoral research fellow studying conservation genomics at the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. \nOur February meeting is also time for our annual Death by Chocolate potluck. Please bring your favorite chocolate treat to share; cupcakes\, cookies\, candies\, etc. \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. \nDeath by Chocolate Potluck & Bird Talk (meet & mingle) 6:30pm\nMeeting announcements 7:00pm\nProgram Presentation 7:15pm \n\nImage credit: Chris Vest & American Bird Conservancy\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88515824737?pwd=7uL3pgfqK0adRRJtsjSNuY9A7CQQjv.1 \nMeeting ID: 885 1582 4737\nPasscode: 187448 \n— \n  \n 
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-monthly-meeting-february-2024-high-altitude-finches/
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:20240225T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
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SUMMARY:Rosy-Finch Trip with Debbie Barnes - Changed to Feb 25\, 7a meet
DESCRIPTION:Rosy-Finch Trip\nWe will drive up into the mountains to look for wandering flocks of Rosy-finches along with other wintering/resident mountain birds at feeders around Goldfield and Victor\, possibly Cripple Creek if needed.\nFeb 25th 7am-1pm\nMeet at Safeway 3275 W Colorado Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80904 back of parking lot against HWY24 see red circle.\n\nBring warm clothing\, water and food.\nTrip may have to be cancelled or postponed due to weather but decision will be made ahead of time.\nNo registration is necessary\, although check website for possible cancelation due to weather.\nAny questions\, please contact Melanie (mhelton016@gmail.com)
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/rosy-finch-trip-with-debbie-barnes-feb-24-7a-meet/
LOCATION:Safeway 3275 W Colorado Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80904
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240226T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240226T190000
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SUMMARY:Birding by Book | "Red-Tails in Love"
DESCRIPTION:Aiken Audubon’s Birding by Book is 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. \nRead “Red-Tails in Love” by Marie Winn at your leisure\, then join us on Monday\, February 26th 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-the-hidden-lives-of-owls/
LOCATION:CO
CATEGORIES:BOOK CLUB
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tally Kerr":MAILTO:programs@aikenaudubon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240317T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240317T130000
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews- Ute Valley Park followed by Trinity Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, March 17 \nUte Valley Park (9am) & Trinity Brewing (12pm)\n– We’ll enjoy cool rock formations and great views as we search the woodlands and meadows of Ute Valley Park for birds like Cassin’s Finches\, Bluebirds\, Townsend’s Solitaires\, and Nuthatches.\n– This will be a moderate hike – we may walk three or so miles over uneven\, hilly terrain at a birder’s pace. Depending on weather conditions the week before\, the trails could be snowy or muddy.\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 Trinity Brewing\, about 7 minutes away.\n\nPlease rsvp to Jessicaisbirding@gmail.com!  Specific details will be sent with your confirmation closer to the walk date.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-ute-valley-park-followed-by-trinity-brewing/
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:20240320T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240320T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240121T022842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T004249Z
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SUMMARY:Aiken Monthly Meeting March 2024 | Collaboration is the Way of the Future to Save Working Lands
DESCRIPTION:Grassland birds have suffered an unparalleled decline over the past half century\, stemming from widespread development of North America’s grasslands. This calls for Audubon’s action. To combat the negative effects of grassland degradations—and to keep grass on the landscape—Audubon has developed the Conservation Ranching Initiative. Join us at our March monthly meeting to hear from Chrissy McFarren\, owner\, Director & Ranch Mentor of Badger Creek Ranch as she shares about her conservation work on the ranch. Badger Creek Ranch is the 100th ranch to receive a Bird-Friendly Habitat Certification through Audubon Conservation Ranching. \nChrissy strives to inspire the public about how working lands need all of us and we need these working lands. It is a symbiotic relationship. The lands provide us with beauty\, solace\, freedom\, food\, recreation\, and the ability to help with climate change by sequestering carbon. And\, in return for these gifts\, it’s up to us to roll up our sleeves and get to work in whatever way we can. This is a movement that needs all of us. \nChrissy McFarren is owner\, Director & Ranch Mentor of Badger Creek Ranch. She is passionate about ranching and farming and deeply humbled to be a steward of the land. She loves creating healthy environments for all the animals (domestic and wild) that call the ranch home. Her personal mission is to be of service to the grass roots movement of regenerative agriculture\, public education and improving our food systems. \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 \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 864 5296 7352\nPasscode: 028307 \n\nImage credit: Badger Creek Ranch
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-monthly-meeting-march-2024-collaboration-is-the-way-of-the-future-to-save-working-lands/
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:20240324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240304T160726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T134504Z
UID:8021-1711267200-1711281600@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Aiken Canyon with Collin Hildreth - Sunday - March 24\, 2024 at 8a
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken and Collin Hildreth at Aiken Canyon for an approximately 3-4 hour walk on Sunday\, March 24th.  Meet in the parking lot\, map below. \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 8 am.\nDress for Colorado weather.\n\nIf you would like to borrow a pair of binoculars\, please email mhelton016@gmail.com as soon as possible so that we can have a loaner pair for you on the day of the hike.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-canyon-with-collin-hildreth-march-23-2024-at-8a/
LOCATION:Aiken Canyon\, 3350 Turkey Canon Ranch Rd\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80926
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240330T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240319T130908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T130908Z
UID:8046-1711789200-1711792800@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Manitou Lake Bird Walk with Joe LaFleur!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 30\n9:00-10:00 AM- Manitou Lake Bird Walk. Meet at park entrance\, $10 per vehicle.\nManitou Lake is one of the best birding spots in Teller County. The park features a boardwalk through the wetlands on the south side of the lake. Walk led by Joe LaFleur\, author of the book Mountain Birds of Teller County. For more info: 719-301-8801\, joe@betterbirdwatching.com.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/manitou-lake-bird-walk-with-joe-lafleur/
LOCATION:Manitou Lake CO-67\, CO-67\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240406T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240406T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240309T151412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T151412Z
UID:8034-1712386800-1712412000@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Joint Trip with DFO - Clear Spring Ranch April 6th - go to DFOBirds.org to register!
DESCRIPTION:Registration opens 3/16 at 12p! \nClear Spring Ranch Regional Park (El Paso County)\n4/6/2024      7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nLeader: Megan Miller   megan.k.miller2473@gmail.com or 7207759710\nTrip Difficulty: Moderate\nDirections\nClear Spring Ranch is located at exit 123 on I-25. Go west and follow a dirt road across train tracks and turn left in a large dirt road area. Continue forward and turn right through the green gate. Follow the road until it terminates at a parking lot with a picnic area.\n VIEW MEETING PLACE ON GOOGLE MAPS \nThis trip is limited to the first 15 registrations. \nHabitats to bird: Agricultural\, Riparian\nAll-day moderate trip with first half at Clear Springs Ranch Regional Park (east side of I-25 at Exit 123). Then we will drive north to Fountain Creek Regional Park for lunch and walking the park. We should find a nice variety of species and will be looking for early migrants as well as residents. Bring lunch\, snacks\, lots of water\, bug spray\, and sun screen. Expect 4-5 miles of mainly flat land walking. Done by 2:00 p.m.\n1 person has registered for this trip. There are 14 spaces left.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/joint-trip-with-dfo-clear-spring-ranch-april-6th-go-to-dfobirds-org-to-register/
LOCATION:Clear Spring Ranch\, Loren Lane\, Fountain\, CO\, 80817\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240413T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240409T130940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T130940Z
UID:8061-1712998800-1713002400@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Manitou Lake Bird Walk with Joe LaFleur!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 13\n9:00-10:00 AM- Manitou Lake Bird Walk\nJoin wildlife biologist and author Joe LaFleur for a bird walk at Manitou Lake\, one of the best birding spots in Teller County. The park features a boardwalk through the wetlands on the south side of the lake. Access fee is $10 per vehicle.\n​For more info: 719-301-8801\, joe@betterbirdwatching.com\, www.betterbirdwatching.com
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/manitou-lake-bird-walk-with-joe-lafleur-2/
LOCATION:Manitou Lake CO-67\, CO-67\, Colorado Springs\, 80903\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240417T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240417T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240320T040942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T143816Z
UID:8049-1713378600-1713385800@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Aiken Monthly Meeting April 2024 | Swift Fox Research in WY
DESCRIPTION:Join us\, along with Heather O’Brien of the Wyoming Game & Fish Department for our April program. \nThe evening’s program will discuss swift fox life\, history and ecology; along with survey methods\, trends and current swift fox research projects taking place in WY. \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. \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 \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/85774063518?pwd=taJkIVAXbqHUVC2Z9x7iqWtxPSzDcB.1 \nMeeting ID: 857 7406 3518\nPasscode: 515443 \nPhoto copyright Mark Gocke – WGFD
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-monthly-meeting-april-2024-swift-fox-research-in-wy/
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:20240420T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240420T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240409T131506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T131506Z
UID:8063-1713600000-1713632400@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Joint Trip with DFO – Clear Spring Ranch April 20th – go to DFOBirds.org to register!
DESCRIPTION:Joint Trip with DFO – Clear Spring Ranch April 20th – go to DFOBirds.org to register!\n\nApril 20 @ 7:00 am – 2:00 pm\n\n\n\nClear Spring Ranch Regional Park (El Paso County)\n4/20/2024      7:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nLeader: Megan Miller   megan.k.miller2473@gmail.com or 7207759710\nTrip Difficulty: Moderate\nDirections\nClear Spring Ranch is located at exit 123 on I-25. Go west and follow a dirt road across train tracks and turn left in a large dirt road area. Continue forward and turn right through the green gate. Follow the road until it terminates at a parking lot with a picnic area.\n VIEW MEETING PLACE ON GOOGLE MAPS \nThis trip is limited to the first 15 registrations. \nHabitats to bird: Agricultural\, Riparian\nAll-day moderate trip with first half at Clear Springs Ranch Regional Park (east side of I-25 at Exit 123). Then we will drive north to Fountain Creek Regional Park for lunch and walking the park. We should find a nice variety of species and will be looking for early migrants as well as residents. Bring lunch\, snacks\, lots of water\, bug spray\, and sun screen. Expect 4-5 miles of mainly flat land walking. Done by 2:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/joint-trip-with-dfo-clear-spring-ranch-april-20th-go-to-dfobirds-org-to-register/
LOCATION:Clear Spring Ranch\, Loren Lane\, Fountain\, CO\, 80817\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240421T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240229T161246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T162242Z
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews - Rock Ledge Ranch followed by Red Leg Brewing NOW FULL
DESCRIPTION:This trip is now full!  Sunday\, April 21\nRock Ledge Ranch (9am) & Red Leg Brewing (12pm)\n\n– We’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.\n\nPlease rsvp to Jessicaisbirding@gmail.com!  Specific details will be sent with your confirmation closer to the walk date.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-rock-ledge-ranch-followed-by-red-leg-brewing/
LOCATION:Rock Ledge Ranch\, 3199 Chambers Way\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240427T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240416T153723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240427T131616Z
UID:8110-1714204800-1714215600@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:CANCELED DUE TO RAIN!  Starsmore / Cheyenne Canyon with Cinnamon Bergeron!  April 27 at 8a
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken and Cinnamon Bergeron on Saturday\, April 27th at 8a.  Meet in the Starsmore Visitor Center parking at 8a. \n– This will be a moderate hike – we may walk two or so miles over uneven\, slightly hilly terrain at a birder’s pace. The trails may be wet; consider your footwear.\n– There is a bathroom at our trailhead.\n– Bring binoculars\, wear good hiking shoes\, and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. If you need to borrow a pair of binoculars\, let Melanie (mhelton016@gmail.com) know.\n— No registration is required.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/starsmore-cheyenne-canyon-with-cinnamon-bergeron-april-27-at-8a/
LOCATION:Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\, 2120 S. Cheyenne Cañon Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240427T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240427T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240418T180910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T173458Z
UID:8118-1714206600-1714212000@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Join Joe LaFleur at Rock Ledge Ranch - April 27
DESCRIPTION:This trip is FULL. \nSaturday\, April 27\, Garden of the Gods \n8:30-10:00 AM- Bird Walk to Rock Ledge Ranch. \nMeet at flagpole at Visitor Center. \nRock Ledge Ranch is the best birding area at Garden of the Gods\, with its varied landscaping of trees and shrubs and water sources available. \nBinoculars suggested. \nFor more info: joe@betterbirdwatching.com\, 719-301-8801
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-joe-lafleur-at-rock-ledge-ranch-april-27/
LOCATION:Rock Ledge Ranch\, 3199 Chambers Way\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240429T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240429T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240312T045106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T045106Z
UID:8037-1714411800-1714417200@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Birding By Book | "Woman\, Watching"
DESCRIPTION:Aiken Audubon’s Birding by Book is 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. \nRead “Woman\, Watching: Louise de Kiriline Lawrence and the Songbirds of Pimisi Bay” by Merilyn Simonds  at your leisure\, then join us on Monday\, April 29th for book club discussion. \nSeating is LIMITED\, and a reservation is required.\nRSVP by emailing BirdingByBook@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birding-by-book-woman-watching/
LOCATION:CO
CATEGORIES:BOOK CLUB
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tally Kerr":MAILTO:programs@aikenaudubon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240504T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240504T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240430T150209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T150209Z
UID:8192-1714811400-1714818600@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Join Joe LaFleur at Mueller State Park - May 4th
DESCRIPTION:May 4\, 2024 – Saturday\nMueller State Park\, Divide\, 8:30 AM\nHike: Bird Walk and Brief Discussion on Bird Identification. Meet at Elk Meadows TH\nMigrating birds are returning\, while some have overwintered at Mueller\, still others are passing through to summer breeding grounds further north. Come see and hear these along with a general nature hike. 1.5 mile slow-paced walk. Led by volunteer naturalist Michael along with Special Guest Joe LaFleur (local birding expert). You will be provided with some additional hints on bird identification.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-joe-lafleur-at-mueller-state-park-may-4th/
LOCATION:Mueller State Park\, 21045 CO 67\, Divide\, CO\, 80814
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240505T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240229T161655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T132102Z
UID:8003-1714899600-1714914000@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:This Trip is FULL  - Birds & Brews - Kane Ranch Open Space followed by Peaks & Pines Brewery
DESCRIPTION:This Trip is Full!  You can still email Jessica if you’d like to waitlist.  Sunday\, May 5\n\nKane Ranch Open Space (9am) & Peaks & Pines (12pm)\n – We’ll search the dried cottonwood creek bottom and prairie for a variety of migrating songbirds\, birds of prey\, burrowing owls\, curve-billed thrashers\, and ladder-backed woodpeckers.\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. There will be little shade.\n– Bring binoculars\, wear good hiking shoes\, and dress for the Fountain forecast. If you need to borrow a pair of binoculars\, let Jessica know when you RSVP.\n– Afterwards we’ll head into Fountain for beers at Peaks & Pines and keep our eyes on the sky for Mississippi Kites while we’re there!\nPlease rsvp to Jessicaisbirding@gmail.com!  Specific details will be sent with your confirmation closer to the walk date.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-kane-ranch-open-space-followed-by-peaks-pines-brewery/
LOCATION:Kane Ranch Open Space
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240506T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240506T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240426T172952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T130852Z
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SUMMARY:Join Aiken & Jessica Miller for a day at Chico Basin!
DESCRIPTION:Please note that you’ll need to register 7 days in advance of the walk by accessing:\n\nhttps://www.tickettailor.com/events/aikenaudubon/1234885\n\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. This trip is ideal for those that have never visited the ranch\, but all levels of birders are welcome.\n\nTarget birds for the day: Too many to name!! Here’s a list of all birds reported across the ranch in April\, May\, and Jun for the past 20 years. You’ll see many unique residents and some wonderful possible rarities.\n\nWe 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. Check the weather forecast for Fountain and Pueblo to get an idea of how to dress appropriately. We will be in shade much of the time\, but still plan for sun protection. Porta-potties will be nearby most of the time. We will eat lunch at picnic tables in the shade at the banding station. 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 may be uneven but mostly quite flat. Long pants are recommended.\n\nMEETING OPTIONS:\n5:30am – meet at Fountain Creek Nature Center to carpool/caravan and to stop along Hanover Road to look for Burrowing Owls & Mountain Plovers (Porta-potty at FCNC) \n6:30 a.m. – Meet at the Hanover Fire Station on South Peyton Highway. We will bird here while we wait for any late comers to arrive. We can leave a few cars here to carpool/caravan the rest of our time in the ranch. (NO bathroom here)\n6:55 a.m. – Ok sleepy heads\, this is our last meeting time 🙂 This is when we’re leaving the Hanover Fire Station.\n\nThis trip is limited to the first 11 birders who register with Aiken Audubon’s ticketing site – The trip cost is $15 per person. A few days before the trip\, Jessica will email everyone to coordinate meeting and driving plans.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-jessica-miller-for-a-day-at-chico-basin/
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:20240510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240510T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T123909
CREATED:20240429T130237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T130237Z
UID:8182-1715328000-1715335200@www.aikenaudubon.com
SUMMARY:Join Aiken & Kelly Liddell for a special morning of birdwatching
DESCRIPTION:Kelly Liddell will be sharing her own 5 acres of birding paradise to 10 lucky individuals! \nJoin us on Friday\, May 10th\, from 8-10a to see Kelly’s private landscape.  On a normal day\, she can see 12-20 species and has recorded 70 species on her property!  Lewis’s Woodpecker\, Western Bluebird\, 3 Jay species and 3 nuthatch species are just a few that Kelly mentioned. \nHer Woodmen address will be provided after the 10 people have registered.  I will be sending out the details as soon as the group is known! \nPlease rsvp to mhelton016@gmail.com .  Please include your phone number\, too.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/join-aiken-kelly-liddell-for-a-special-morning-of-birdwatching/
LOCATION:CO
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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SUMMARY:May 11th: Starsmore Visitor Center's Annual North Cheyenne Cañon Humming Bird Festival
DESCRIPTION:Visit https://coloradosprings.gov/starsmore for more information \n  \nPhoto from Songbird Orchids
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/may-11th-starsmore-visitor-centers-annual-north-cheyenne-canon-humming-bird-festival/
LOCATION:Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center\, 2120 S. Cheyenne Cañon Rd.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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