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SUMMARY:First of the Year Birds at Rock Ledge Ranch and Garden of the Gods
DESCRIPTION:Join us New Year’s Day for a leisurely walk through Rock Ledge Ranch and lesser-visited sections of Garden of the Gods. Target species include Evening Grosbeak\, American Tree Sparrow\, Northern Shrike\, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker\, and Cassin’s Finch. We’ll meet at 3199 Chambers Way at 9:00 am. No need to register in advance. We have several pairs of binoculars available for use. Please email jones.clark.d@gmail.com if you would will need a pair for the walk.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/first-of-the-year-birds-at-rock-ledge-ranch-and-garden-of-the-gods/
LOCATION:Rock Ledge Ranch\, 3199 Chambers Way\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80904\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fountain Creek (Kohl's to Mule Farm)
DESCRIPTION:Join Aiken & Cinnamon Bergeron on a walk along Fountain Creek – Kohl’s parking lot to Mule Farm.  We’ll meet in the Kohl’s parking lot toward the pond.\n\nThere is a mix of woodland\, wetland\, meadow\, and pond habitats along Fountain Creek\, which are great all year for birding.\n– Difficulty: Easy/Moderate. We will be on relatively flat terrain.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Fountain forecast.
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/fountain-creek-kohls-to-mule-farm/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek from Kohl’s to Mule Farm\, 2725 Janitell Road\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80906\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230114T083000
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SUMMARY:Winter Bird Count - Fountain Creek
DESCRIPTION:Winter Bird Count  \nSaturday\, January 14\, 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.  \nAll levels of birders are invited to help us observe and record the bird species in Fountain Creek Regional Park. Preregistration is required and space is limited. $5 donation per person recommended. \n  \nThis event is sponsored by El Paso County Nature Centers \nhttps://communityservices.elpasoco.com/nature-centers/
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/winter-bird-count-fountain-creek/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230118T183000
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SUMMARY:Aiken Monthly Meeting January 2023 | Effects of Drought on Shortgrass Prairie Birds
DESCRIPTION:Effects of Drought on Breeding Populations of Shortgrass Prairie Birds on the Pueblo Chemical Depot \nDr. Claire Varian-Ramos will discuss how the shortgrass prairie is threatened by anthropogenic environmental changes\, including climate change. Climate models indicate increased probability of dryer summers across much of the region. Despite declining populations\, shortgrass prairie birds remain understudied. Some species may be able to mitigate the impacts of climate change by avoiding areas experiencing poor rainfall. She has used point-counts to assess the breeding populations of four shortgrass prairie songbirds\, Cassin’s Sparrows\, Lark Buntings\, Lark Sparrows\, and Western Meadowlarks at the Pueblo Chemical Depot in southern Colorado. Differences in response to drought may reflect differences in behavioral plasticity which may make some species better able to adjust to the effects of climate change than others. \nDr. Varian-Ramos is an Associate Professor and the Graduate Program Director of the Biology Department at Colorado State University – Pueblo. \nThis will be an in-person meeting held at the Colorado Parks & Wildlife Office at 4255 Sinton Road 80907. A Zoom link will be available for those who wish to join virtually. \nSnacks & Bird Chat (meet & mingle) 6:30pm\nMeeting announcements 7:00pm\nProgram Presentation 7:15pm\nPhoto: Dr. Claire Varian-Ramos \nYou can also join us on Zoom!\nTime: Jan 18\, 2023 06:30 PM Mountain Time\nMeeting ID: 893 4749 7286\nPasscode: 252722
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/aiken-monthly-meeting-january-2023-effects-of-drought-on-shortgrass-prairie-birds/
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:20230121T080000
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SUMMARY:Jr. Bird Club - Fountain Creek Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Jr. Bird Club  \nSaturday\, January 21\, 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.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 winter adaptations and survival strategies. Drop off your child for a lesson\, craft\, and birding walk! Prepaid registration required. $10 per child. \nThis event is sponsored by El Paso Nature Centers \nhttps://communityservices.elpasoco.com/nature-centers/
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/jr-bird-club-fountain-creek-nature-center-2/
LOCATION:Fountain Creek Nature Center\, 320 Pepper Grass Lane\, Fountain\, 80817
CATEGORIES:SPECIAL EVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230122T090000
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SUMMARY:Birds & Brews - Prospect Lake and Local Relic
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, January 22 \nProspect Lake at Memorial Park (9am) followed by Local Relic (11am)\n– Prospect Lake is an urban recreational site\, but this large body of water is a magnet for waterfowl and gulls in the winter. Who knows what may pop up here! Afterwards we’ll pop over to Local Relic\, just a couple minutes away\, for beers and maybe brunch.\n– Difficulty: Easy. We will be on relatively flat terrain and will walk about 1.25 miles.\n– Bring binoculars and dress for the Colorado Springs forecast. Bring a scope if you have one.\n– No public restroom on site\n– Meet at the Swing High Playground parking lot on the south west side of the lake; a house across the street has the address 812 Prospect Lake Dr.\n\n\n\nPlease email Jessica Miller with your yes RSVP at jessicaisbirding@gmail.com !\nIf you change your mind after replying yes\, kindly let Jessica know!  Thank you!
URL:https://www.aikenaudubon.com/event/birds-brews-prospect-lake-and-local-relic/
LOCATION:Prospect Lake 715 Prospect Lake Dr.\, Colorado Springs\, 715 Prospect Lake Dr\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80910\, United States
CATEGORIES:FIELD TRIPS
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Miller":MAILTO:jessicaisbirding@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230128T090000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230128T100000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230128T100000
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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/
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