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SUMMARY:A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds With Sophie A. H. Osborn
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday\, October 16\, 2025 \nTime: 7 pm \nLocation: Sharon Centre and Zoom \nSpeaker: Sophie A. H. Osborn \nBirds are visible\, vocal sentinels that alert us to environmental harms through their declining numbers or their failure to thrive. In her book Feather Trails—A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds\, Sophie Osborn shares her personal experiences reintroducing endangered Peregrine Falcons\, Hawaiian Crows\, and California Condors to the wild. While immersing readers in the triumphs and tribulations of being a wildlife biologist\, Sophie explores the threats that imperiled these birds\, and reveals that what harmed them threatens us\, too. She will discuss what led to the endangerment of these three captivating species\, recount the efforts of biologists to recover their populations\, and read a few excerpts from her book that describe what it was like to work with these magnificent birds. \nSophie A. H. Osborn is an award-winning environmental writer and wildlife biologist whose work has included the study and conservation of more than a dozen bird species in the Americas. She contributed to reintroduction efforts for several endangered birds and served as the field manager for the California Condor Recovery Program in Arizona for four years. Her first book\, Condors in Canyon Country\, won the 2007 National Outdoor Book Award for Nature and the Environment. Reviewers for the American Birding Association (ABA) chose her second book\, Feather Trails\, as their favorite bird book of 2024. Sophie has written articles for BirdWatching\, Wyoming Wildlife\, and Sojourns magazines. Her writings are also available on her website (https://www.wordsforbirds.net/) and her “Words for Birds” Substack blog. \n  \nThis Meeting is in person and Zoom. The Sophie is not local so she will present via Zoom which we can watch together on the big screen at Sharon Centre or you can watch from home. \nHere is the Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/92439072826?pwd=SQxNEaqfy2NghfzrbNqlRs46XVuBlE.1       Participants will be admitted to the program starting around 6:50 pm \n 
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/a-journey-of-discovery-among-endangered-birds-with-sophie-a-h-osborn/
LOCATION:Sharon Woods Visitor Center\, 11450 Lebanon Road\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45241\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 Audubon Society of Ohio Bird Course
DESCRIPTION:2025 ASO Bird Course \nThree Sunday Mornings\, 19th\, 26th & November 2nd\, 2025 \nHone your birding and identification skills by registering for the 36th annual Audubon Birding Course. Our local Cincinnati Audubon Society Chapter (ASO) has been sponsoring this class since 1987. The three-week course will be held on three consecutive Sunday mornings. This year’s dates are; October 19th\, October 26th and November 2nd. Father-son team Jay Stenger and Jack Stenger will again be this year’s instructors. Both Jay and Jack are well known and exceptionally knowledgeable birders. Jay has been an instructor for this course since its inception in 1987 and Jack for over 18 years. The course will be held at the Fernald Preserve Visitor Center. Fernald Preserve is located in northwestern Hamilton County. The entrance is located at 7400 Wiley Road\, about ¼ of a mile west of State Route 128. Follow the entrance road to the Visitor Center. You can visit the Fernald Preserve website for further information at https://www.energy.gov/lm/fernald-preserve-ohio-site \nEach class will begin at 8 AM with a casual class-room session that includes a continental breakfast. The classroom sessions will be followed by a field trip on the Preserves grounds or to a nearby local hot spot\, usually wrapping up about 1 PM. The field trip locations will be determined by current birding conditions and the interests of the participants. \nThrough discussions\, visual and audio presentations and field observations\, the course will particularly focus on sharpening identification skills. But the course will offer much more than that. When\, where and how to find birds in our area is also prioritized. Other course topics will include migration\, bird abundance and distribution\, habitat\, conservation\, local hotspots\, birding equipment and resources. The setting is informal and questions are encouraged. Jay and Jack also infuse a lot of fun\, levity and enthusiasm throughout.  \nThis course is geared towards all birding levels. While mid-level birders may gain the most from this course\, most birders\, beginners and experienced alike\, will find that this course will help hone their ID skills and add to their knowledge of local birds. Over 700 area birders have taken this course over the years and have found it entertaining and informative. The course is open to everyone\, including older kids if accompanied by an adult. Binoculars are required and a field guide will be useful to refer to in class and in the field. If you do not have a pair of binoculars\, the ASO can lend you a pair during the course. \nCourse fees are $20 for ASO members and $35 for non-members which include a $15 annual membership in ASO. The course will be limited to a maximum of 30 participants. To register and pay online use the following link \nhttps://cincinnatiaudubon.regfox.com/audubon-bird-class-2025 \n \n \nRegistration is limited to 30 participants. If the event is full\, email Jay Stenger at jaystenger1@gmail.com to be placed on a waiting list. If you have any questions contact Jay.  \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/2025-audubon-society-of-ohio-bird-course/
LOCATION:Fernald Preserve\, 7400 Wiley Road\, Hamilton\, OH\, 45013\, United States
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SUMMARY:Audubon Society of Ohio Burnet Woods Monthly Nature Walks. October 26\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Our ASO chapter is pleased to announce that we are adding two regular monthly field trips to Burnet Woods each and every month. These trips will be conducted every month of the year and will always be scheduled on the same days every month. Both trips are general nature walks but the first monthly trip will focus on birds and the second monthly trip will focus on plants. \nThe second monthly walk. Which will focus on plants\, will always be conducted on the last Sunday of every month beginning at 2:30 pm and will meet at the Trailside Nature Center in the Park. This walk will be led by ASO board member Denis Conover: Denis Conover (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/audubon-society-of-ohio-burnet-woods-monthly-nature-walks-october-26-2025/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T120000
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SUMMARY:Otto Armleder Memorial Park With Lisa Conner
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Mid Fall Bird Walk \nLocation: Otto Armleder Memorial Park \nDate: Saturday\, November 1st\, 2025 \nMeet: At 8:00 AM at the Main Pavilion Parking Lot at Armleder Park (See directions below) \nLeader: Lisa Conner\, (765) 337-4669\, lmconner14@gmail.com  \nArmleder Park in jointly managed by the Hamilton County Great Parks and the Cincinnati City Parks. This 305 acre park has developed an excellent birding reputation\, mostly due to its unique habitats. The park lies in a flood plain along the west bank of the Little Miami River\, about a mile north of its confluence with the Ohio River. The park is prone to flooding\, which can be good for water birds but difficult to access at those times. The park also has a sizeable amount of open space\, including grassland and weedy fields\, an uncommon habitat in the Greater Cincinnati area. This in turn attracts many open country and grassland species. The wooded riparian corridor and sandbars along the Little Miami are very attractive to a number of birds. Brushy woodland edges\, athletic fields and abandoned gravel pits\, at least one which is permanently filled with water\, round out the habitats. All of this attracts a great diversity of species throughout the various seasons. Many trails meander through the park.  \nOur trip leader\, Lisa Conner\, is a skilled birder and naturalist and is also a current and valued board member of our Audubon Society. Lisa’s plan is to walk the trails through the diverse habitats this Park has to offer. We expect to find an abundance of late fall migrants\, winter residents and permanent residents. A variety of a diverse seasonal birds should be seen. Bald Eagles (a pair nests nearby) are also likely. While birds will be our main focus\, Lisa will not ignore any other aspects of nature we find along the way. So come on out with us and join Lisa for what should be an interesting morning walk in a unique park. If time permits\, Lisa may take a short side trip to another nearby birding hotspot\, depending upon birding reports closer to the date. \nVirtually all of this trip will be on foot\, but walking will be easy to moderate and at a birders pace over mostly level terrain. As always\, be prepared for muddy spots\, especially if conditions have been wet. Expect cold temperatures and dress accordingly. Good footwear will make your walk more enjoyable. It should go without saying that binoculars are necessary for seeing birds well. Restrooms are available at Armleder. This field trip will end sometime around noon. If you have any questions about this trip feel free to contact Lisa at her contacts listed above. \nDirections: \nOtto Armleder Park is located at 5057 Wooster Pike\, Cincinnati\, OH 45226. It is located directly north of Lunken Airport and Beechmont Avenue\, but can only be accessed from Wooster Pike. You can access Wooster Pike and Armleder Park from Columbia Parkway (US 50)\, and Red Bank Road from the north or Beechmont Avenue (Rt. 125) or Wilmer Avenue from the south. From Wooster Pike\, turn into Otto Armleder Park and follow the Park road straight to the stop sign at the T intersection. Then go straight ahead\, into the main Pavilion Parking lot where we will meet. \nOtto Armleder Website (Includes Google Directions & Park Map) \nhttps://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/cincyparks/visit-a-park/find-a-parkfacility/otto-armleder-memorial-park/ \nThe meeting place can be found here: Otto Armleder Pavilion \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/otto-armleder-memorial-park-with-lisa-conner/
LOCATION:Otto Armleder Memorial Park\, 5057 Wooster Pike\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45227\, United States
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SUMMARY:Audubon Society of Ohio Burnet Woods Monthly Nature Walks
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Birds \nLocation: Burnet Woods \nDate: Sunday\, November 2nd\, 2025 \nMeet: At 9:00 AM at the Trailside Nature Center \nLeader: Brian Keane\, (513) 961-4476\, keaneb@miamioh.edu \nThe first monthly walk\, which will focus on birds\, will always be conducted on the first Sunday of every month beginning at 9:00 am and will meet at the Trailside Nature Center in the Park. This walk will be led by ASO board member and VP Brian Keane: Brian Keane\, (513) 961-4476\, keaneb@miamioh.edu \nThe meeting place can be found here: Trailside Nature Center
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/audubon-society-of-ohio-burnet-woods-monthly-nature-walks/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T100000
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SUMMARY:Late Fall Botanical & Bird Walk With Denis Conover
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Late Fall Botanical & Bird Walk \nLocation: Spring Grove Cemetery \nDate: Sunday\, November 9th\, 2025 \nMeet: 10:00 A.M. at Spring Grove Cemetery\, along the road just beyond the tunnel from the main entrance on Spring Grove Avenue \nLeader: Denis Conover\, (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com \nJoin us for our monthly field trip to Spring Grove Cemetery. The trees and shrubs on this beautiful property should still be showing some brilliant fall colors on this date. Who better to answer our questions concerning how trees and other plants prepare for winter than our regular Spring Grove field trip leader\, noted botanist Denis Conover. Denis will focus on fall color and the seasonal change that all plants go through and will point out the diverse botanical community found at Spring Grove Cemetery. Denis is an ASO Board Member\, a UC biology professor\, and an expert botanist and naturalist.  \nDenis will identify the tremendous diversity of trees\, shrubs\, fallen leaves and other plants that can be found here and expound on their ecology. Denis will also point out our native flora\, invasive species\, and ornamental plantings as well as show us some of the champion trees found here. Denis has interests in all aspects of natural history and he will be sure to point out the birds and other fauna we are sure to see. So come along and join Denis to see the fall foliage on what should be a beautiful autumnal morning and gain some tips and insight on plant identification and their natural history. Late migrant songbirds and new winter arrivals should be plentiful and many should be seen.  \nParticipants should be prepared for a few hours of steady walking\, most of which will be relatively flat and on pavement\, but there will also be some walking off pavement on trails or in damp or wet grass. This will be a three to four walk. Denis is always willing to stay later if anyone wants to go longer. We suggest wearing good waterproof footwear and dress for cool to cold temperatures. Binoculars are not necessary to see plants but are recommended if you have them\, or want to see birds clearly. Restrooms are available at the cemetery office. Denis says rain will not cancel this trip. If you have any questions feel free to contact Denis. \nDirections: The Spring Grove Cemetery main entrance is located on Spring Grove Avenue just west of the Winton Road intersection. To find our meeting spot\, drive in through the main entrance gates and go straight. You will go through a short tunnel. Just beyond the tunnel\, pull over and park along the right side of the road.  \nSpring Grove Cemetery website: \nhttps://www.springgrove.org/locations/spring-grove-cemetery-arboretum/ \nSpring Grove Cemetery Map: \nhttps://www.springgrove.org/resource/maps/ \n  \nThe meeting place can be found here: Spring Grove Cemetery \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/late-fall-botanical-bird-walk-with-denis-conover/
LOCATION:Spring Grove Cemetery\, 4521 Spring Grove Avenue\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45232\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T080000
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SUMMARY:Caesar Creek State Park with Bill Stanley
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Late Fall Migration\nLocation: Caesar Creek State Park\nDate: Saturday\, November 15\, 2025\nMeet: 8:00 A.M. at the Swimming Beach Parking Lot at Caesar Creek SP (see the directions below)\nLeader: Bill Stanley\, (513) 324-2796\, tyrannus58@gmail.com \nLate fall migration will be well underway and the focus of this trip will be waterfowl (ducks\, geese\, swans) and\nwater birds (i.e. loons\, grebes\, gulls etc.). Over the years Caesar Creek Lake has attracted numerous rarities\nduring the fall and there is always a good chance for a surprise to show up. Franklin’s Gulls have been fairly\nregular in recent years\, and Lesser Black-backed Gull\, Red-throated Loon and Black Scoter have recently been\nseen. Of course the diverse habitats of this large area attracts a host of other species and we expect to find a\ndiversity of species including Bald Eagles and a number of other raptors as well as late migrant and winter\nresident songbirds. \nOur trip leader\, Bill Stanley\, is a skilled and expert birder and an experienced and well-rounded naturalist.\nMany of you know Bill as he has led many field trips for ASO and several other local conservation organizations\nover the years. Bill is a long time ASO advocate and is our ASO chapter’s current president.\nIn addition to checking many sites around Caesars Creek Lake\, Bill will possibly make stops at nearby Spring\nValley Wildlife Area and the Roxanna gravel pits if time allows. This will be longer than a half day trip\nextending well past noon\, so be sure to bring a lunch and drinks. The trip will consist mostly of driving from\none lake view to another\, interspersed with short walks here and there. Restrooms are available throughout\nthe area. Assume it will be cold and dress accordingly. Ordinary rain will not cancel this trip. Scopes will be\nuseful of course\, but if you don’t have one don’t let that stop you from coming. If you have any questions\nabout this trip feel free to contact Bill. \nDirections: We will meet at the Caesar Creek swimming beach parking lot. From Cincinnati\, take I-71 north\nfrom I-275 and go north for about 28 miles to the State Route 73 exit # 45. Turn left (west) onto SR 73 and go\nabout 5.5 miles. After crossing the SR 73 Bridge over Caesar Creek Lake\, turn right at the State Park entrance\nand follow the signs to the swimming beach. \nFor more Information visit to the Caesar Creek State Park Website listed below.\nhttps://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/caesar-creek-state-park\nHere is the link for the Spring Valley WA website.\nhttps://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/spring-valley-wildlife-area \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/caesar-creek-state-park-with-bill-stanley/
LOCATION:Caesar Creek Beach\, OH\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T210000
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SUMMARY:Cincinnati Bird Window Collisions: A Study in Bird Mortality and Building Mitigation
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Cincinnati Bird Window Collisions: A Study in Bird Mortality and Building Mitigation \nPresenter: Dr. Ron Canterbury \nDate: Thursday November 20\, 2025 \nTime: 7PM \nLocation: Sharon Center at Sharon Woods or on Zoom \n  \nEvery year an estimated ONE BILLION birds collide with windows in the United States alone! Due to their inability to detect glass facades on our many homes\, buildings\, and other glass structures\, they often do not survive these encounters with these man-made barriers. In the midst of a loss of 3 billion North American birds since 1970\, collisions with human structures figure to be a large contributor to the loss of our avian friends. \nLocally\, many birds perish as they pass over the glass-crowned hilltops of Clifton\, as well as other heavily built-up corridors\, such as downtown and the riverfront. Dr. Ron Canterbury\, an ornithologist at the University of Cincinnati\, has taken action to document and address this problem locally. Dr. Canterbury has been documenting window collision mortality on the UC campus for well over a decade\, and has also been monitoring local bird populations through other means\, such as leg banding. Please join us at 7pm the evening of Thursday\, November 20th at the Sharon Centre to hear Dr. Canterbury discuss window collisions and methods that can be taken to reduce the threats of glass on your property. He will also give us updates of the progress he has made in making the UC campus bird safe and any ways you may be able to contribute to making Cincinnati more bird-friendly! \nThis meeting is in person at Sharon Centre and on zoom as well. \nThe Meeting Place can be found here: Sharon Centre \nThe zoom invite for those who want to attend from home is: https://zoom.us/j/99976125788 \nPlease wait until 6:50 before clicking the link.  You will be admitted when the program is ready to begin. \n  \nContributed by Ryan Jorgenson
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/cincinnati-bird-window-collisions-a-study-in-bird-mortality-and-building-mitigation/
LOCATION:Sharon Woods Visitor Center\, 11450 Lebanon Road\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45241\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T170000
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SUMMARY:Audubon Society of Ohio Burnet Woods Monthly Nature Walks.
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Botany and Birds \nLocation: Burnet Woods \nDate: Sunday\, November 30\, 2025 \nMeet: At 2:30 PM at the Trailside Nature Center \nLeader: Denis Conover (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com \nThe second monthly walk will focus on plants and will always be conducted on the last Sunday of every month beginning at 2:30 pm. We will meet at the Trailside Nature Center in the Park. This walk will be led by ASO board member Denis Conover.  \nDenis Conover (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com  \nThe meeting place can be found here: Trailside Nature Center
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/audubon-society-of-ohio-burnet-woods-monthly-nature-walks-2/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T103000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20251130T143244Z
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SUMMARY:Audubon SO Burnet Woods Nature Walks
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Birds\nLocation: Burnet Woods\nDate: Sunday\, December 7th\, 2025\nMeet: At 9:00 AM at the Trailside Nature Center\nLeader: Brian Keane\, (513) 961-4476\, keaneb@miamioh.edu \nThis walk will focus on birds and will always be conducted on the first Sunday of every month beginning at 9:00 am. We will meet at the Trailside Nature Center in the Park. This walk will be led by ASO board member and VP Brian Keane. \nBrian Keane\, (513) 961-4476\, keaneb@miamioh.edu\nThe meeting place can be found here: Trailside Nature Center
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/audubon-so-burnet-woods-nature-walks-2/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251221
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
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SUMMARY:Adams County Christmas Count
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Audubon Society of Ohio and the National Audubon Society \n  \nThe Christmas Bird Count is a tradition begun in 1900. Participants divide into groups to count all the birds they can find in a circle which is 15 miles in diameter\, then meet to add up their results.  See the National Audubon Society web site for more information about the Christmas Bird Count. \nEveryone is invited to participate regardless of skill level. There is no participation fee. You can request the area you would like to census. And you can participate all day\, for just a couple of hours or just by staying home and counting the birds at your feeders if you live in the count area. Christmas Bird Counts are a lot of fun and always turn up some interesting finds. The data collected from this citizen/science effort goes into a historical database that is used in all sorts of bird related projects. Come join this long running program and help support the birds we love. \nThe Adams County count will be held on Saturday\, December 20. The count circle includes Adams Lake State Park\, Chapparal Prairie\, and several Edge of Appalachia preserves\, along with other smaller areas. \nContact the compiler\, Mark Zloba\, at mzloba@cincymuseum.org\, or (937) 544-2880 ext 12 for information on where to meet and for more details about this Christmas Count.
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/6486/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251221
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SUMMARY:Ohio River Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Audubon Society of Ohio and the National Audubon Society \n  \nThe Ohio River Christmas Bird Count is being rescheduled to SATURDAY DECEMBER 20 due to the inclement weather anticipated for December 14. \nThe Christmas Bird Count is a tradition begun in 1900. Participants divide into groups to count all the birds they can find in a circle which is 15 miles in diameter\, then meet to add up their results.  See the National Audubon Society web site for more information about the Christmas Bird Count. \nEveryone is invited to participate regardless of skill level. There is no participation fee. You can request the area you would like to census. And you can participate all day\, for just a couple of hours or just by staying home and counting the birds at your feeders if you live in the count area. Christmas Bird Counts are a lot of fun and always turn up some interesting finds. The data collected from this citizen/science effort goes into a historical database that is used in all sorts of bird related projects. Come join this long running program and help support the birds we love. \nThe Ohio River count will be held Sunday\, December 14. The Count circle includes Shawnee Lookout County Park and the Great Miami and Ohio Rivers; much of the circle is in Kentucky and Indiana. \nContact the compiler\, Jack Stenger\, at jackstenger@gmail.com or (513) 503-3389 for information on where and when to meet and for more details about this Christmas Count.
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/ohio-river-christmas-count/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251221
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
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UID:6131-1766188800-1766275199@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Hamilton - Fairfield Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Audubon Society of Ohio and the National Audubon Society \n  \nThe Christmas Bird Count is a tradition begun in 1900. Participants divide into groups to count all the birds they can find in a circle which is 15 miles in diameter\, then meet to add up their results.  See the National Audubon Society web site for more information about the Christmas Bird Count. \nEveryone is invited to participate regardless of skill level. There is no participation fee. You can request the area you would like to census. And you can participate all day\, for just a couple of hours or just by staying home and counting the birds at your feeders if you live in the count area. Christmas Bird Counts are a lot of fun and always turn up some interesting finds. The data collected from this citizen/science effort goes into a historical database that is used in all sorts of bird related projects. Come join this long running program and help support the birds we love. \nThe Hamilton-Fairfield count will be held on Saturday\, December 20. The count circle includes Gilmore Ponds\, Voice of America\, Hamilton Riverside Natural Area\, and several Butler County Metro Parks\, along with many other smaller areas. \nContact the compiler\, Mike Busam\, at mbusam@gmail.com (513) 259-3262 for information on where and when to meet and for more details about this Christmas Count.
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/hamilton-fairfield-christmas-count/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251222
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20201207T185606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T001923Z
UID:6117-1766275200-1766361599@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Western Hamilton County Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Audubon Society of Ohio and the National Audubon Society \n  \nThe Christmas Bird Count is a tradition begun in 1900. Participants divide into groups to count all the birds they can find in a circle which is 15 miles in diameter\, then meet to add up their results.  See the National Audubon Society web site for more information about the Christmas Bird Count. \nEveryone is invited to participate regardless of skill level. There is no participation fee. You can request the area you would like to census. And you can participate all day\, for just a couple of hours or just by staying home and counting the birds at your feeders if you live in the count area. Christmas Bird Counts are a lot of fun and always turn up some interesting finds. The data collected from this citizen/science effort goes into a historical database that is used in all sorts of bird related projects. Come join this long running program and help support the birds we love. \nThe Western Hamilton County will be held on Sunday\, December 21. The count circle includes Miami-Whitewater\, Fernald Preserve\, Winton Woods\, Mitchell Forest\, Spring Grove Cemetery\, and Mt. Airy Forest\, along with many other smaller areas. \nContact the compiler\, Ned Keller\, at nedkeller49@gmail.com or (513) 349-3369 for information on where and when to meet and for more details about this Christmas Count.
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/western-hamilton-county-christmas-bird-count/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251229
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20201207T190602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T002156Z
UID:6122-1766880000-1766966399@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Cincinnati Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Audubon Society of Ohio and the National Audubon Society \n  \nThe Christmas Bird Count is a tradition begun in 1900. Participants divide into groups to count all the birds they can find in a circle which is 15 miles in diameter\, then meet to add up their results.  See the National Audubon Society web site for more information about the Christmas Bird Count. \nEveryone is invited to participate regardless of skill level. There is no participation fee. You can request the area you would like to census. And you can participate all day\, for just a couple of hours or just by staying home and counting the birds at your feeders if you live in the count area. Christmas Bird Counts are a lot of fun and always turn up some interesting finds. The data collected from this citizen/science effort goes into a historical database that is used in all sorts of bird related projects. Come join this long running program and help support the birds we love. \nThe Cincinnati count will be held on Sunday\, December 28. The count circle includes Cincinnati Nature Center\, Camp Dennison and Newtown gravel pits\, Kelly’s Nature Preserve\, Withrow and Woodland Mound Parks\, Ault Park\, Otto Armleder Memorial Park and the Ohio River\, along with many other smaller areas. \nContact the compiler\, Jay Stenger\, at  jaystenger1@gmail.com or (513) 910-2087 for information on where and when to meet and for more details about this Christmas Count.
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/cincinnati-christmas-bird-count/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20251130T142849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T142849Z
UID:7989-1766932200-1766937600@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Audubon SO Burnet Woods Nature Walks
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Botany and Birds\nLocation: Burnet Woods\nDate: Sunday\, December 28th\, 2025\nMeet: At 2:30 PM at the Trailside Nature Center\nLeader: Denis Conover (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com \nThis walk will focus on plants and birds and will always be conducted on the last Sunday of every month beginning at 2:30 pm. We will meet at the Trailside Nature Center in the Park. This walk will be led by ASO board member Denis Conover. \nDenis Conover (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com\nThe meeting place can be found here: Trailside Nature Center
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/audubon-so-burnet-woods-nature-walks/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260104
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20201210T001312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T002351Z
UID:6127-1767398400-1767484799@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:East Fork Lake Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Audubon Society of Ohio and the National Audubon Society \n  \nThe Christmas Bird Count is a tradition begun in 1900. Participants divide into groups to count all the birds they can find in a circle which is 15 miles in diameter\, then meet to add up their results.  See the National Audubon Society web site for more information about the Christmas Bird Count. \nEveryone is invited to participate regardless of skill level. There is no participation fee. You can request the area you would like to census. And you can participate all day\, for just a couple of hours or just by staying home and counting the birds at your feeders if you live in the count area. Christmas Bird Counts are a lot of fun and always turn up some interesting finds. The data collected from this citizen/science effort goes into a historical database that is used in all sorts of bird related projects. Come join this long running program and help support the birds we love. \nThe East Fork Lake count will be held on Saturday\, January 3. The count circle includes East Fork Lake State Park and Grant Lake Wildlife Management Area\, along with many other smaller areas. \nContact the compiler\, Bill Stanley\, at tyrannus58@gmail.com\, (513) 324-2796 for information on where and when to meet  and for more details about this Christmas Count.
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/east-fork-lake-christmas-count/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260105
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20221203T135519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T004600Z
UID:6489-1767484800-1767571199@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Michaela Farm - Oldenberg Christmas Count
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Audubon Society of Ohio and the National Audubon Society \n  \nThe Christmas Bird Count is a tradition begun in 1900. Participants divide into groups to count all the birds they can find in a circle which is 15 miles in diameter\, then meet to add up their results.  See the National Audubon Society web site for more information about the Christmas Bird Count. \nEveryone is invited to participate regardless of skill level. There is no participation fee. You can request the area you would like to census. And you can participate all day\, for just a couple of hours or just by staying home and counting the birds at your feeders if you live in the count area. Christmas Bird Counts are a lot of fun and always turn up some interesting finds. The data collected from this citizen/science effort goes into a historical database that is used in all sorts of bird related projects. Come join this long running program and help support the birds we love. \nThe Michaela Farm – Oldenberg  count will be held on Sunday\, January 4. The count circle includes Michaela Farm\, Lake Santee\, Metamora and other spots along the Whitewater River\,  along with other smaller areas in Franklin and Ripley Counties\, Indiana. \nContact the compiler\, Wayne Wauligman\, at wrwpgw@aol.com\, or (513) 680-4447 for information on where to meet and for more details about this Christmas Count.
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/michaela-farm-oldenberg-christmas-count/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T103000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20251226T231028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T231809Z
UID:8031-1767517200-1767522600@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Audubon SO Burnet Woods Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Birds\nLocation: Burnet Woods\nDate: Sunday\, January 4th\, 2026\nMeet: At 9:00 AM at the Trailside Nature Center\nLeader: Brian Keane\, (513) 961-4476\, keaneb@miamioh.edu \nThis walk will focus on birds and will always be conducted on the first Sunday of every month beginning at 9:00 am. We will meet at the Trailside Nature Center in the Park. This walk will be led by ASO board member and VP Brian Keane. \nBrian Keane\, (513) 961-4476\, keaneb@miamioh.edu\nThe meeting place can be found here: Trailside Nature Center
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/audubon-so-burnet-woods-nature-walk/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20260111T220821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T220821Z
UID:8047-1768730400-1768737600@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Spring Grove Cemetery Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Location: Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum\nDate: Sunday\, January 18\, 2026\nMeet: At 10:00 A.M. at Spring Grove Cemetery. Park along the main road\, just beyond the tunnel from the main entrance on Spring Grove Avenue (see directions below).\nLeader: Denis Conover\, (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com \nSpring Grove Cemetery is one of Cincinnati’s most beautiful natural settings and its designation as an arboretum is well deserved. A tremendous diversity and number of native and ornamental plants can be found here. Our monthly field trips here will be general nature walks that will focus on botany and birds and all other aspects of nature we come across. \nOver the years our trip leader\, Denis Conover\, has become our go to guy when botany is the theme of our field trips and we are fortunate to have him share his knowledge with us. Denis is a professor in the department of Biological Sciences at the University of Cincinnati and has been involved in various types of botanical research since 1981. Denis is also a current board member of our local Audubon Society of Ohio and also has a great interest in birds and will equally focus on them. \nDenis’s usual plan is to take us on a long but leisurely late morning walk through the cemetery observing plants\, birds and other wildlife. Each season offers its own diversity of migrant\, summer and winter resident species of birds and plants in varying stages of their annual cycle. Denis will point out native plants\, ornamental plantings\, invasive species\, shrubs and trees. Birds are usually abundant at Spring Grove and will also be pointed out. \nOther than a short drive from here or there to move to a different part of the cemetery\, participants should be prepared for a few hours of being on foot and moderate walking. Much of the walking will be relatively flat and on pavement\, but there are a few low hills. In January we suggest wearing sturdy footwear and clothes to accommodate the temperatures\, and bringing water. Binoculars are necessary to see birds well. Restrooms are available at the cemetery office. If you have any questions\, feel free to contact Denis. \nDirections: The Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum main entrance is located at 4521 Spring Grove Avenue just west of the Winton Road intersection. To find our meeting spot\, drive in the Spring Grove Avenue main gates and go straight. You will go through a short tunnel (old RR archway). Just beyond the tunnel\, pull over and park alongside the road and look for Denis. \nSpring Grove Cemetery website: \nhttps://www.springgrove.org/locations/spring-grove-cemetery-arboretum/#hrs \nSpring Grove Cemetery Map: \n(Click on or cut and paste into your browser) \nhttps://assets.takeshape.io/af54a46e-9d1d-4a13-84ea-ea820654ba30/dev/66f7f564-13e7-4da3-9599-d5fc44c9d764/Spring%20Grove%20Cemetery%20and%20Arboretum%20Map.pdf \nThe Meeting Place can be found here: Spring Grove Cemetery \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/monthly-spring-grove-cemetery-nature-walk/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20260110T161302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T161302Z
UID:8043-1769022000-1769029200@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting Program
DESCRIPTION:Theme: A Few Favorite Photos and Things Learned\nSpeaker: Steve Maslowski\nDate: Wednesday\, January 21\, 2026\nMeet: At 7 PM on Zoom only\nLeader: Ryan Jorgensen at jorgensen28ryan@gmail.com \nSteve Maslowski began photographing wildlife around Cincinnati and beyond in the early 1970’s.  He was trained by his father\, Karl Maslowski\, a pioneer in wildlife photography\, and a founder of the Cincinnati Bird Club\, which recently melded with the Audubon Society of Ohio. \n  \nPhotos by Steve and the Maslowski family have appeared in countless outdoor magazines. An assignment for a calendar on birds has continued uninterrupted for more than 50 years. \n  \nSteve has also been a cameraman for numerous PBS shows.  His recent documentary about his father won the President’s Award from the Outdoor Writers Association of America\, an honor given to the best of the winners in the annual Outdoor Writer competition. \n  \nIn “A Few Favorite Photos and Things Learned” Steve will revisit some enlightenments in life and wildlife he had while afield. \n  \nThe Zoom link for the program is: https://zoom.us/j/98717747214?pwd=L1lqAUQCWxgzUVuyXBzn6DOmkPtSfE.1 \nMeeting ID: 987 1774 7214 \n  \n(Contributed by Steve Maslowski and Ryan Jorgensen)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/monthly-meeting-program/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20260103T200256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T153429Z
UID:8035-1769108400-1769115600@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes at the Cincinnati Museum Center Zoology Collection - Update
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Behind the Scenes at the Museum Center Zoology Collection\nLocation: Geier Center \nDate: Thursday January 22\, 2026\nMeet: 7 PM (directions upon registration)\nOrganizer: Ryan Jorgensen at jorgensen28ryan@gmail.com. \nUpdate: All spaces are booked for this program\, including both the January and February dates. Email to join the waitlist.    \nCome join the Audubon Society of Ohio as we tour behind the scenes at the Museum Center’s Zoology Collection! Cincinnati Museum Center’s Zoology Collection includes birds\, mammals\, reptiles\, amphibians\, fish\, insects\, and shells.  These animals represent wildlife diversity from all over the world\, but with a regional focus.  We’ll explore all of these collections\, as well as learn about how specimens arrive at the museum\, how they are prepared\, and how we use them.  You’ll also meet our extinct birds (one in particular has been in the news lately).  The museum is planning a major collections move in 2027 – we’ll share some details on that\, as well. \n  \nThe collections cover a wide range of birds and other critters\, and we will have a chance to look at any attendee’s specimens of choice. This trip will be led by Dr. Heather Farrington\, the current Curator of Zoology at the Museum Center (and a former president of our Audubon Chapter!). The field trip will be on Thursday\, January 22nd at 7pm. We will meet at the Geier Center. Directions for parking will be shared with registered attendees prior to the field trip. \n  \nSince there is limited space available in the collections\, we are only able to accommodate 15 people for this field trip. If you wish to attend\, please email Ryan Jorgensen at jorgensen28ryan@gmail.com. The first 15 to email will be given slots to attend. If there is high demand\, we are planning a second field trip date in February. If you do not make the list for January\, please let Ryan know if you would like to be first considered for February. \n(Contributed by Ryan Jorgensen)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/behind-the-scenes-at-the-cincinnati-museum-center-zoology-collection/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20260110T161658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T001600Z
UID:8045-1769351400-1769358600@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk in Burnet Woods - Canceled Due To Weather
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Botany and Birds\nLocation: Burnet Woods\nDate: Sunday\, January 25\, 2026\nMeet: At 2:30 PM at the Trailside Nature Center\nLeader: Denis Conover (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com \nThis walk will focus on plants and birds and will always be conducted on the last Sunday of every month beginning at 2:30 pm. We will meet at the Trailside Nature Center in the Park. This walk will be led by ASO board member Denis Conover. \nDenis Conover (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com \nThe meeting place can be found here: Trailside Nature Center
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/nature-walk-in-burnet-woods/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20260130T223112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T223112Z
UID:8068-1769936400-1769943600@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Burnet Woods Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Bird Walk\nLocation: Burnet Woods\nDate: Sunday\, February 1\, 2026\nMeet: At 9:00 AM at the Trailside Nature Center\nLeader: Brian Keane\, (513) 961-4476\, keaneb@miamioh.edu \nThis walk will focus on birds and will always be conducted on the first Sunday of every month beginning at 9:00 am. We will meet at the Trailside Nature Center in the Park. This walk will be led by ASO board member and VP Brian Keane. \nBrian Keane\, (513) 961-4476\, keaneb@miamioh.edu\nThe meeting place can be found here: Trailside Nature Center
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/burnet-woods-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T183000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20260120T184648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T184648Z
UID:8058-1770451200-1771093800@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Fernald Preserve Winter Bird Fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Audubon SO is spreading the word about an upcoming event that many members may find interesting happening at Fernald Preserve.  In support we are providing refreshments for the Fest. \n  \nFernald Preserve Winter Bird Fest 2026 \nJoin fellow bird-lovers and nature fans at the 2nd Annual Winter Bird Fest held at the\nFernald Preserve\, February 7-14. This free week-long event features a menu of events geared for bird-lovers of all ages\, from Family Day\, nature walks and birdwatching activities to hands-on educational opportunities\, special guest performances and presentations\, and even bird identification and banding. Winter Bird Fest is your chance to see and learn more about our feathered friends and bring the family for a host of fun activities! For registration\, email Fernald at: fernald@lm.doe.gov \nAll programs begin at the Fernald Preserve Visitors Center atrium unless otherwise specified. Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted. Off-site program registration information is provided in the program descriptions\, available on request. \nSaturday\, Feb. 7 \n\nWaterfowl Walk with Luke Thies: 8-9 a.m.\nBirders’ Social — tea and coffee provided by Cincinnati Audubon Society (registration not required): 9:30-10 a.m.\nThe Raptors of Spring Grove Cemetery Presentation with Jordan West\, Community Meeting Room: 10-11 a.m.\nBird Banding Demonstration — drop-in program behind the visitors center (registration not required): 11 a.m.-4 p.m.\nBirding Basics with Frances Boyens\, Community Meeting Room: 11-11:30 a.m.\nBirds and Botany Walk with the Midwest Native Plant Society: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.\nIt’s for the Birds — Build a Birdhouse Off-site Program with MetroParks of Butler County: 1-2:30 p.m.\nFernald History and Exhibits Tour with Reilly Earhart (registration not required):12:30-1:15 p.m. and 1:15-2 p.m.\nMerlin Sound ID and Birding by Ear Presentation and Walk with Brian Wulker\, Community Meeting Room: 2-3:30 p.m.\nIntroduction to Bird Identification with Ash Conway\, Community Meeting Room: 4-5 p.m.\nShort-eared Owl Walk with Fernald Staff: 5:15-6:30 p.m.\nBirds of the Oxbow Presentation with Jon Seymore of Oxbow Inc\, Community Meeting Room: 6:30-7:30 p.m.\n\nSunday\, Feb. 8 –- FAMILY DAY \n\nMusic Concert with Chris Rowlands (registration not required)\, Community Meeting Room: 1-2 p.m.\nScience and Art Stations (registration not required): 1-5 p.m.\nAll About Eagles! Interactive Program with Neil Baker from the Ohio Division of Wildlife (registration not required): 2:30-3 p.m.\nArt Lesson with Chris Rowlands\, Community Meeting Room: 3-4 p.m.\nOwl Walk for Families with Fernald Staff: 5:15-6 p.m.\n\nMonday\, Feb. 9 \n\nVisitors Center Special Event Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\n\nTuesday\, Feb. 10 \n\nVisitors Center Special Event Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.\nOwl Prowl Off-site walk with MetroParks of Butler County: 6:30-7:30 p.m.\n\nWednesday\, Feb. 11 \n\nBirds of the Preserve Walk with Luke Thies: 8-11 a.m.\nFernald History and Exhibits Tour with Reilly Earhart (registration not required): 12:30-1:15 p.m. and 1:15- 2 p.m.\nShort-eared Owl Walk with Fernald Staff: 5:15-6:30 p.m.\n\nThursday\, Feb. 12 \n\nFernald History and Exhibits Tour with Reilly Earhart (registration not required): 12:30 -1:15 p.m. and 1:15-2 p.m.\nA Big Year on a Budget Presentation with Connor Fox\, Community Meeting Room: 6-7 p.m.\n\nFriday\, Feb. 13 \n\nWaterfowl ID Workshop and Walk with Luke Thies\, Community Meeting Room: 8-10 a.m.\nWinter Birding Walk with Wayne Wauligman of Oxbow Inc: 10 a.m.-Noon\nFernald History and Exhibits Tour with Reilly Earhart (registration not required): 12:30-1:15 p.m. and 1:15-2 p.m.\nBirding Basics with Frances Boyens\, Community Meeting Room: 4:30-5 p.m.\nAccessible Owl Watching with Fernald Staff: 5:15-6:30 p.m.\nAdult Science Night — Owl Pellet Dissection with Fernald staff\, Community Meeting Room: 6:30-7:30 p.m.\n\nSaturday\, Feb. 14 \n\nSparrows of Fernald Presentation and Walk with Jim McCormac\, Community Meeting Room: 8-11 a.m.\nBirding Walk at Bortz Family Preserve Off-site Walk with Jack Stenger of Cardinal Land Conservancy: 9 a.m.\nAll About Owls Live Raptors Program with Raptor Inc\, Community Meeting Room: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.\nFernald History and Exhibits Tour with Reilly Earhart (registration not required): 12:30-1:15 p.m. and 1:15-2 p.m.\nLove in the Garden (adults only) Presentation with Carol Mundy\, Community Meeting Room: 2-3:30 p.m.\nThe Love Lives of Birds Virtual Presentation hosted at Fernald with Laura Erickson\, Community Meeting Room and online (register to receive a link!): 3:30-4:30 p.m.\nOn-Site Disposal Facility Sunset Owl Walk with Fernald Staff: 5-6:30 p.m.\n\nFor more information & registration please email Fernald@lm.doe.gov.
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/fernald-preserve-winter-bird-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Fernald Preserve\, 7400 Wiley Road\, Hamilton\, OH\, 45013\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20260211T141904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T141904Z
UID:8074-1771149600-1771160400@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Winter or First Signs of Spring Botanical and Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Winter or First Signs of Spring Botanical and Bird Walk \nLocation: Spring Grove Cemetery \nDate: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026 \nMeet: 10:00 A.M. at Spring Grove Cemetery\, along the road just beyond the tunnel from the main entrance on Spring Grove Avenue \nLeader: Denis Conover\, (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com \n  \nThis late February field trip to Spring Grove Cemetery will look more like winter than early spring as snow will probably still be on the ground. Even though the snow will have begun melting\, a winter landscape will greet us and it will be interesting to see if we can find any signs of the coming spring. Regardless\, our regular Spring Grove leader\, Denis Conover\, will focus on whatever nature brings us. Denis has become our designated ASO field trip leader for our monthly Spring Grove Cemetery field trip. Denis is a UC biology professor\, an ASO Board Member and an expert botanist and naturalist. And he loves Spring Grove and knows it as well as anyone. \n  \nAs always Denis will take us on a walk and point out the diverse botanical community and seasonal birds found at Spring Grove Cemetery.  He will identify the tremendous diversity of trees\, shrubs\, and other plants that can be found here and expound on their ecology. He will also point out our native flora\, invasive species\, and ornamental plantings as well as show us some of the champion trees found here. Denis has interests in all aspects of natural history and he will be sure to point out the birds and other fauna we are sure to see. So come along and join Denis to see the beautiful grounds of the cemetery on what should be a beautiful winter or early spring (your guess is as good as mine) morning walk and gain some tips and insight into plant identification and their natural history as well as winter resident bird species. \n  \nParticipants should be prepared for a few hours of steady walking\, most of which will be relatively flat and on pavement\, but there will also be some walking off pavement on trails or in damp grass or snow. This will be a three to four hour walk but you can always end your walk whenever you like. Denis is always willing to stay later if anyone wants to go longer. We suggest wearing good waterproof footwear and dress for cold temperatures. Binoculars are not necessary to see plants but are recommended if you have them\, or want to see birds clearly. Restrooms are available at the cemetery office. \n  \nSnow will not cancel this field trip. Severe winter weather of course would cancel the trip. If you are unsure at the time\, don’t hesitate to contact Denis. \n  \nDirections: The Spring Grove Cemetery main entrance is located on Spring Grove Avenue just west of the Winton Road intersection. To find our meeting spot\, drive in through the main entrance gates and go straight. You will go through a short tunnel. Just beyond the tunnel pull over and park on the right side of the road. \n  \nSpring Grove Cemetery website: \nhttps://www.springgrove.org/locations/spring-grove-cemetery-arboretum/ \n  \nSpring Grove Cemetery Map: \nhttps://assets.takeshape.io/af54a46e-9d1d-4a13-84ea-ea820654ba30/dev/5d7beeda-d7d3-4c82-966c-d22f93ebe751/2023_Visitor%20Map_current%20champion%20trees%20(2).pdf \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/winter-or-first-signs-of-spring-botanical-and-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Spring Grove Cemetery\, 4521 Spring Grove Avenue\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45232\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20260211T140013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T140013Z
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SUMMARY:Audubon SO Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Herpetofauna of Peru \nLocation: Zoom \nDate: Thursday\, February 19\, 2026 \nTime: 7:00 PM \nOrganizer: Ryan Jorgensen at jorgensen28ryan@gmail.com \n  \nJoin us in welcoming aspiring herpetologist Helen Burdette in her talk about her time herping in the Peruvian Amazon. Peru has a wild diversity of both reptiles and amphibians\, spanning from the high altitudes of the Andes\, to the cloud forests of the slopes all the way down to the Amazon basin. Containing a wild variety of colorful dart frogs\, the world’s heaviest snake\, and the intimidating fer-de-lance\, Peru has herps that will both amaze and surprise you! \nZoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/99028702064?pwd=7sGHcTB6Jar9A1x8GbOtWj1zPKnznM.1 \nMeeting ID: 990 2870 2064 \nPasscode: 874979 \n (Contributed by Helen Burdette and Ryan Jorgensen)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/audubon-so-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20260211T143652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T144706Z
UID:8078-1771689600-1771693200@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Wintering Merlins Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Wintering Merlins Field Trip \nLocation: New St. Joseph’s Cemetery (Price Hill) \nDate: Saturday\, February 21\, 2026 \nMeet: 4:00 P.M. at the Bell Tower and Office parking lot located at the Foley Road and Pedretti Avenue entrance to St. Joseph’s Cemetery. The address is 4500 Foley Road. \nLeader: Bill Zimmerman\, Text or Call (513) 708-8117 \n  \nThis will be a short late afternoon field trip. But it may be one you might not want to miss. On this trip it will be highly likely that we will see at least one\, and maybe more\, Merlins. These smallish raptors are rather rare migrants and winter residents in our region of the country\, but their wintering numbers have seemingly increased over the past decade. And they also seem to have a preference for the habitats found in most cemeteries. Merlins are small hawks and included in the falcon family. They are larger than kestrels and smaller than Peregrines. But don’t let their relatively small size fool you. They are very fast fliers and fierce birds of prey that feed on small to medium sized birds. For whatever reason\, they find New St Joseph’s Cemetery suits their needs very well. Four Merlins were seen on last year’s field trip here. \n  \nWhy so late in the day for this field trip you might ask. During the day these birds hunt over a wide area and can be difficult to find. But they roost overnight at St. Josephs. So the best time to see them is an hour or so before nightfall when they come back to the cemetery to roost for the night. \n  \nOur trip leader is Bill Zimmerman who will explain all of this and more about Merlins when we meet. Bill is an exceptional birder and all around naturalist. Bill lives nearby the cemetery and has made it a point to monitor these birds over the past many winters. He has recorded a lot of important data over those years. Several years ago\, Bill began what has become an annual Winter Merlin Survey in the Greater Cincinnati area held on one day in February. The results of these surveys have given us much information regarding wintering Merlin populations in our area. \n  \nBill’s plan is to meet in the Bell Tower and Office parking lot\, located at the Foley Road & Pedretti Avenue entrance. There he will give us a brief overview about Merlins. Bill will then lead us through the cemetery as we look for these birds. We will of course find other species of wintering birds as we move through the grounds. Bill may have us drive into the heart of the cemetery\, but expect some moderate walking on cemetery roads. \n  \nRemember to dress appropriately for cold weather with decent foot wear. You will need binoculars to see birds well. This trip will end when the cemetery closes at 5 PM.  Severe weather will cancel this trip. Contact Bill if you are unsure or have any other questions. \n  \nNew St Joseph’s address: 4500 Foley Road\, Cincinnati\, OH 45238 \nNew St. Joseph’s Cemetery website (with map) https://www.stjoenew.com/ \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger) \n 
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/wintering-merlins/
LOCATION:New St. Joseph’s Cemetery\, 4500 Foley Road\, Cincinnati\, Ohio\, 45238
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20260211T150223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T150638Z
UID:8090-1771770600-1771777800@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Nature Walk In Burnet Woods
DESCRIPTION:­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Theme: Botany and Birds\nLocation: Burnet Woods\nDate: Sunday\, February 22\, 2026\nMeet: At 2:30 PM at the Trailside Nature Center\nLeader: Denis Conover (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com \nThis walk will focus on plants and birds and will always be conducted on the last Sunday of every month beginning at 2:30 pm. We will meet at the Trailside Nature Center in the Park. This walk will be led by ASO board member Denis Conover. \nDenis Conover (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com \nThe meeting place can be found here: Trailside Nature Center
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/monthly-nature-walks-in-burnet-woods/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T235208
CREATED:20260211T144538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T144538Z
UID:8084-1772265600-1772280000@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Early Spring Migration Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Early Spring Migration (especially waterfowl) \nLocation: East Fork State Park (Harsha Lake) \nDate: Saturday\, February 28th\, 2026 \nMeet: 8:00 A.M. at the East Fork State Parks South Swimming Beach parking lot\, nearest the Pavilion (see the directions below). \nLeader: Dave Helm\, (513) 403-4519\, helmmd@icloud.com \n  \nThe focus of this trip will be waterfowl\, gulls and other water birds. Many waterfowl winter in our region and the second half of February marks the beginning of spring waterfowl migration so we should find plenty of ducks of several different species at East Fork. Our trip leader\, Dave Helm\, knows East Fork SP as well as anyone. He is also a long-time expert birder and skilled naturalist. Dave is a long time ASO advocate and is a current member of our ASO board. \n  \nSince our focus will be on waterfowl and water birds\, Dave’s plan is to drive around the lake from one vantage point to another\, stopping and scanning for waterfowl and other birds at each spot.  A diverse number of other species are also expected on this trip and you can be sure that Dave won’t miss much. Winter residents will still be around as well as a few early migrants. There is a decent chance to find Red-headed Woodpeckers and raptors of several different species are also expected\, including Bald Eagles which now nest within the park. And there is always a chance for a rarity\, as East Fork has an excellent reputation in that regard\, particularly during migratory months. \n  \nWhile most of the trip will consist of scanning the lake for water birds from various vantage points\, we can expect some light walking here and there. Any walking we do will be moderate and at a leisurely pace over mostly level trails and roadsides. Spotting scopes will be useful for scanning the lake so bring them if you have one. This trip will break up by noon. Restrooms are available in the park. It is February\, so expect the weather to be cold and possibly wet so dress accordingly. Severe weather will cancel this trip. If you are unsure\, or have any other questions concerning this field trip\, feel free to contact Dave \n  \nDirections: We will meet at the Park’s south swimming beach parking lot\, nearest to the Pavilion. To get to the East Fork SP south entrance from I-275\, take exit #65\, SR 125 (Beechmont Ave./Ohio Pike) and go east about 9 miles to the junction of Rt. 222. Turn left onto Old State Rte. 125 (opposite Rt. 222) and follow the signs to the Park entrance. Follow the Park Road (and signs) to the East Fork SP Swimming Beach. Meet in the Parking Lot nearest the Pavilion. \n  \nVisit the East Fork State Park website for a park map and other info at: \nhttps://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/east-fork-state-park \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/early-spring-migration-field-trip/
LOCATION:East Fork State Park\, Park Rd 2\, Bethel\, OH\, 45106\, United States
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