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SUMMARY:Nocturnal Vocalizations in a Marsh
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Nocturnal Vocalizations in a Marsh \nLocation: Miami Whitewater Park (Shaker Trace Wetlands) \nDate: Friday Evening\, March 27\, 2026 \nRain Out Date: The following evening\, Saturday evening\, March 28\, same time and place \nMeet: At *7:00 P.M. in the Baughman Road Parking Lot (see directions below) \nLeader: Brian Keane\, (513) 961-4476\, keaneb@miamioh.edu \n*Note that this is an evening trip. \nJoin us for this unique field trip\, the general theme of which is night sounds\, or more specifically\, nocturnal vocalizations. This trip has proven to be quite popular over the past many years and has become an annual event. If you’re looking for something different you might not want to miss this one. \nJoin our trip leader Brian Keene for what should be a leisurely evening/night walk around the Miami Whitewater Wetlands known as Shaker Trace. Brian is a retired Zoology Professor at Miami University and is the vice president of our Audubon Chapter. Brian is an expert and skilled naturalist and an expert in vertebrate zoology. His goal on this night will be to find and identify a variety of wildlife by ear. \nBrian plans to begin the trip with a leisurely walk around the marsh for about an hour before sunset. During our walk around the marsh we should see several species of waterfowl\, Wilson’s Snipe\, Northern Harrier and other hawks and songbirds. It may be a little late for Short-Eared Owls which winter here. \nAt dusk we will listen for the raspy flight calls of snipe and the “peenting” of American Woodcock. Once woodcock are located by sound we will be able to watch their courtship displays\, at least until it becomes too dark to see them. We should hear many and see several. Once darkness has completely fallen we will turn our attention to the amphibian chorus which should be quite loud in this wetland habitat. American Toads\, Spring Peepers and Chorus Frogs should dominate the musical\, but Wood Frogs and Leopard Frogs might be heard as well. Other species that might possibly be heard during our walk would be our resident owls. There is no guarantee here\, but Great Horned\, Barred and Eastern Screech are all locally present. Even howling coyotes are possible as they are becoming quite common in our rural areas. We are still a week or two early on this date for rails and bitterns\, but they are known for their nocturnal vocalizations as well. So come out and join Brian for what will most certainly be a fun and interesting trip under a night sky. \nNote that sunset on March 27th will be 7:56 PM and Civil Twilight ends (becomes totally dark) at 8:23 PM. This trip will consist entirely of walking but at a slow birders pace. It will consist of level\, moderate walking\, stopping often. However the trails through the wetlands are not paved and can be damp and muddy\, so wear appropriate footwear. Heavy rain at the time will cancel this trip but we have set a rain date for the following evening\, Saturday March 28th\, same time\, and same place. \nThis trip should end sometime around 9:30 PM. There are no restroom facilities at the Miami Whitewater wetlands\, but they are available in the main park area nearby. It can be very cold on this date\, especially in a marsh at night\, so dress accordingly. Binoculars are not essential on this trip but are highly recommended. A Hamilton County Park Motor Vehicle Permit is required ($5.00 daily\, $10.00 annual) at Miami Whitewater for each vehicle. If you have any questions feel free to contact Brian. \nDirections: We will begin our walk at 7:00 p.m. sharp from the wetlands parking area on Baughman Road\, so try to arrive a bit before 7:00. From I-74\, take the Dry Fork Road exit # 3\, and turn right. Continue past West Rd\, and stay on Dry Fork until it ends. Turn right onto New Haven Road. At the first stop sign\, turn left onto Oxford Road\, and then immediately left again onto Baughman Road. Go about .6 of a mile to the parking area on the right side of the road\, just past the bike trail crossing. \nFor a park map\, directions and other info visit the Miami Whitewater/Great Parks website. \nhttp://greatparks.org/parks/miami-whitewater-forest \n (Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/nocturnal-vocalizations-in-a-marsh/
LOCATION:Miami Whitewater Shaker Trace Wetlands\, Baughman Rd\, Harrison\, Ohio\, 45030
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T163000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
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SUMMARY:ASO Burnet Woods Monthly Nature Walks
DESCRIPTION:ASO Burnet Woods Monthly Plant Walk \nOur ASO chapter also has two regular monthly field trips to Burnet Woods each and every month. They will always be scheduled on the same days every month. Both trips are general nature walks. \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 held March 29th and will be led by ASO board member Denis Conover: Denis Conover (513) 390-0863\, conovedg@hotmail.com \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger) \n 
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/aso-burnet-woods-monthly-nature-walks-3/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
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SUMMARY:Early Spring Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Theme:  Early Spring Bird Walk \nLocation: Otto Armleder Memorial Park and Environs \nDate: Saturday\, Saturday April 4th\, 2026 \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 is 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 resident and migrant 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 board member of our Audubon Society. Lisa’s plan is to walk the trails through the diverse habitats this Park has to offer and then visit another nearby site to end our day. On this trip we expect to find an abundance of early spring migrants and resident birds. A variety of a diverse seasonal birds should be seen. Bald Eagles (a pair nests nearby which we could visit) 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. We hope for a mild day but prepare for cold temperatures and dress accordingly. Good footwear will make your walk more enjoyable. Bring water. 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 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. \n Otto Armleder Website (Includes Google Directions & Park Map) \nhttps://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/cincyparks/visit-a-park/find-a-parkfacility/otto-armleder-memorial-park/ \n https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/cincyparks/visit-a-park/find-a-parkfacility/otto-armleder-memorial-park/otto-armleder-printable-trail-map/ \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/early-spring-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Otto Armleder Memorial Park\, 5057 Wooster Pike\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45227\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
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SUMMARY:ASO Burnet Woods Monthly Nature Walks
DESCRIPTION:ASO Burnet Woods Monthly Nature Walks \nOur ASO chapter has two regular monthly field trips to Burnet Woods. These trips are conducted every month of the year and are always scheduled on the same days every month. Both trips are general nature walks.  The first trip\, which focuses on birds\, will be the first Sunday of the month.  The second trip\, which focuses on plants\, will be on the last Sunday of the month. \nApril’s bird walk will be Sunday April 5\, 2026 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 \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/aso-burnet-woods-monthly-nature-walks-4/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
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SUMMARY:Spring Botanical and Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Spring Botanical & Bird Walk\nDate: Sunday\, April 12\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM\nLocation: Spring Grove Cemetery\nMeet: 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 \nSpring will be in full swing on our monthly field trip to Spring Grove Cemetery. Our trip leader\, Denis Conover\, has become our designated ASO field trip leader for our monthly field trip to Spring Grove Cemetery. He 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. Denis says that rain will not cancel this field trip. \nTrees\, shrubs\, wildflowers and a host of other plants will all be budding or in full bloom on this walk. Birds\, both resident and spring migrants will also be present in good numbers. As always\, Denis will take us on a walk through the beautiful cemetery grounds and point out the diverse botanical community and seasonal birds found at Spring Grove Cemetery.  Denis will identify the tremendous diversity of wildflowers\, trees\, shrubs\, and other plants that can be found here and expound on their ecology. Showy woodland wildflowers should be particularly on display on this walk. 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. \nDenis 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 and hear. So come along and join Denis on what hopefully will be a pleasant spring morning walk and gain some tips and insight into plant identification and natural history\, as well as see some spring migrant and resident birds. \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 (possibly) wet grass. This will be a three hour leisurely walk\, but you can always end your walk whenever you like. We suggest wearing good footwear and dress for cool 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. \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. \nSpring Grove Cemetery website:\nhttps://www.springgrove.org/locations/spring-grove-cemetery-arboretum/ \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/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:20260415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T210000
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SUMMARY:ASO April Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Big Year Birding on a Budget\nPresenter: Connor Fox\nDate: Wednesday\, April 15\, 2026\nTime: 7pm\nLocation: Sharon Centre in Sharon Woods\, 11450 Lebanon Road\, Sharonville\, OH 45241 or on Zoom (see link below)\nOrganizer: Ryan Jorgensen at jorgensen28ryan@gmail.com \nHow do you see over 600 bird species in the lower 48 with only six trips? Connor Fox takes you inside his Big Year journey seeing over his ambitious goal of 600 species in limited trips\, sharing the tactics\, decision-making\, and lessons learned along the way. Perfect for birders looking to bird smarter\, not just harder. \nJoin us as Connor shares stories and photos from his many adventures completing a “big year” of birding! Considering some birding trips of your own? Connor will also share some tips and tricks for finding those lifers — on a budget! \n\nThis meeting will also be available on Zoom at \nhttps://zoom.us/j/93348353579?pwd=loOfbJzOflx1QGQB6W1l1naO3zCIbp.1 \nMeeting ID: 933 4835 3579 \nPasscode: 643973 \n(Contributed by Ryan Jorgensen)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/aso-april-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Sharon Woods Visitor Center\, 11450 Lebanon Road\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45241\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T120000
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SUMMARY:Spring Migration & Wetland Biodiversity
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Spring Migration & Wetland Biodiversity\nDate: Sunday\, April 19\, 2026\nTime: 8:00 AM\nLocation: Gilmore Ponds Preserve\nMeet: We will meet in the Gilmore Ponds south parking lot located at the intersection of Symmes Rd and Bilstein Blvd. (See directions below)\nLeader: Mike Busam (513) 259-3262\, mbusam@gmail.com \nGilmore Ponds is steeped in local birding history and at times can be among the most productive birding sites in our region. The Audubon Society has named it an “Important Bird Area”. Gilmore Ponds is a roughly 270 acre seasonal wetland located in south central Butler County with considerable adjacent privately owned acreage. Gilmore can be very wet or fairly dry from year to year\, or season-to-season\, depending on the amount of rainfall the area receives. When it is wet\, it can teem with water related species. The dense brushy borders and edges and the wet woodlands are always great for warblers and other migrant songbirds during spring and fall migration. This is one of the wet seasons so we can expect a diversity of species on this trip. \nAt one time Gilmore Ponds was privately owned. During the 1980’s the Gilmore Ponds Conservancy\, a citizen’s conservation group\, was formed to try to protect the area from development. The Conservancy had some success\, acquired some land and got the attention of the Butler County Park District\, who eventually took control and now owns the property. Today Gilmore Ponds faces a new set of threats\, but for the time being\, it is still a wonderful birding site. \nMike Busam\, our trip leader\, is an expert and skilled birder\, an all-around naturalist and a long-time Audubon Society advocate. Mike is also a past President and founder of the Gilmore Ponds Conservancy\, and remains a vigilant protector and advocate of this area. Mike knows as much\, or more\, about Gilmore Ponds\, past and present\, than anyone. With Mike’s expert help\, we can expect to find a great diversity of species on our walk and almost any species that migrates through our region can be expected here. Mike will also bring our attention to the diverse flora and other fauna of this wonderful wetland. \nSpring migrant and resident warblers (this is a great Prothonotary Warbler spot) and other songbirds (Bell’s Vireo?) should abound and be very vocal on this date. The wetlands may hold shorebirds\, rails\, bitterns\, herons\, egrets\, grebes and ducks. Many marsh species which normally breed only in the northern half of the state have been recorded breeding here over the years during wet springs and summers. Over the past few years the resident Great Blue Heron\, Green Heron and Black-crowned Night-Heron colonies have been joined by nesting Great Egrets and Double-crested Cormorants. Most recently\, and perhaps most interestingly\, Yellow-crowned Night-Herons\, which are considered very rare breeding birds in Ohio\, have successfully nested here over the past several years. \nMike’s plan is to follow the trails throughout the preserve. This entire trip will be on foot\, but it will consist of flat terrain and walked at a leisurely birders pace. To make your walk more comfortable\, we recommend waterproof footwear and to bring water. The only restrooms available at Gilmore Ponds are a couple of Porta Potties. This is scheduled as a half-day trip and will end around noon. Butler County Parks requires non-residents to purchase a Motor Vehicle Permit. They can be purchased from Park Rangers if you see one. If you have any questions\, feel free to contact Mike. \nLocation: Gilmore Ponds is located in Fairfield in south central Butler County.  Gilmore Ponds proper is bounded on the south by Symmes Road\, on the east by the Route 4 Bypass\, on the west by North Gilmore Road and on the north by the Butler County Regional Airport. There is a parking lot on Symmes Road at the intersection of Bilstein Blvd. and another parking lot on N. Gilmore Rd. just south of the RR tracks. We will meet in the Symmes Rd/Bilstein Blvd Parking Lot. \nThere are several ways to get to Gilmore Ponds. Two ways are described below. \nDirections 1: To reach Gilmore Ponds from I-275\, take the Route 4 exit #41 and go north on Rt. 4 for about 2.5 miles. Turn right onto the Route 4 Bypass and go about 1.5 miles to Symmes Road. Turn left onto Symmes and go about .5 mile and make a right turn into the Gilmore Ponds parking lot\, located directly across from Bilstein Blvd. \nDirections 2: You could also take the I-275 Winton Rd exit #39 and go north on Winton Rd. Be aware that Winton Rd. changes its name to South Gilmore Road in Butler County. Continue north on S. Gilmore Rd to the intersection/stop light at Rt. 4. Cross Rt. 4 and go straight. This road becomes Bilstein Blvd. Continue on Bilstein Blvd to the T intersection with Symmes Road. Go straight through the stoplight and into the Symmes Road Parking Lot. \nFor preserve information\, directions and a trail map visit the Butler County Gilmore Ponds web page link below:\nhttps://www.yourmetroparks.net/parks/gilmore-metropark
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/spring-migration-wetland-biodiversity/
LOCATION:Gilmore Ponds\, 7950 N Gilmore Rd\, Hamilton\, Ohio\, 45015\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
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SUMMARY:Audubon SO Invitation - Remembering Ann Oliver
DESCRIPTION:Audubon SO Invitation – Remembering Ann Oliver \n  \nOn Sunday\, April 26 at 9:00 AM the Audubon Society of Ohio will be celebrating the life of Ann Oliver\, expert birder\, ASO board member\, champion for all birders and environmental causes. We will be dedicating a permanent bench in Ann’s honor. The bench is installed at Cardinal Land Conservancy’s Grail property in Loveland\, Ohio. This place was close to Ann’s heart as she was very active in Cardinal’s work\, but most importantly\, she married her husband Mike here. \n  \nWe will meet in the parking lot at 9:00 AM and move to the location of Ann’s bench. Here we will have a brief ceremony dedicating Ann’s bench. We will then have a walk around Cardinal land and enjoy the birds arriving on their spring journey north and local birds beginning their nesting season. \n  \nAfter the bird walk\, approximately 11:00 AM\, those who wish to stay can join us for refreshments. If you do plan on joining us for refreshments\, please RSVP by April 23 to tyrannus58@gmail.com so we can plan accordingly. \n  \nCardinal Land Conservancy Grail \n930 O’Bannonville Rd. \nLoveland\, OH   45140 \nThe meeting place can be found on Google Maps here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iPcaZZBp42dd8Edp
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/audubon-so-invitation-remembering-ann-oliver/
LOCATION:Cardinal Land Conservancy Grail\, 930 O'Bannonville Rd.\, Loveland\, Ohio\, 45140
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T163000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
CREATED:20260412T143157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T143157Z
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SUMMARY:ASO Monthly Burnet Woods Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:ASO Monthly Burnet Woods Nature Walks \nOur ASO chapter has two regular monthly field trips to Burnet Woods. These trips are conducted every month of the year and are always scheduled on the same days every month. Both trips are general nature walks.  The first trip\, which focuses on birds\, will be the first Sunday of the month.  The second trip\, which focuses on plants\, will be on the last Sunday of the month. \nApril’s plant walk will be Sunday April 26\, 2026 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/aso-monthly-burnet-woods-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T230000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
CREATED:20260412T144218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T144218Z
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SUMMARY:ASO Monthly Burnet Woods Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:ASO Monthly Burnet Woods Nature Walk \nOur ASO chapter has two regular monthly field trips to Burnet Woods. These trips are conducted every month of the year and are always scheduled on the same days every month. Both trips are general nature walks.  The first trip\, which focuses on birds\, will be the first Sunday of the month.  The second trip\, which focuses on plants\, will be on the last Sunday of the month. \nMay’s bird walk will be Sunday May 3\, 2026 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
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/aso-monthly-burnet-woods-nature-walk-2/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
CREATED:20260510T212201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T212201Z
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SUMMARY:ASO May Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:ASO May Monthly Meeting  \n  \nTitle: Time Machine Salamander \nPresenter: Ryan Jorgensen \nTime and Date: Wednesday\, May 20th\, 7pm \nLocation: Sharon Centre in Sharon Woods\, 11450 Lebanon Road\, Sharonville\, OH 45241 and Zoom (see link below) \nOrganizer: Ryan Jorgensen at jorgensen28ryan@gmail.com \nMany organisms around us feel far removed from a human life\, but if we look closer\, we can find many surprising similarities that give us a window into the history of life on Earth. By observing the anatomy and physiology of a salamander\, we can look back to a time where vertebrates were originally moving on to land. With their amphibious lifestyle and ancient body plan\, salamanders have many traits that resemble our ancient ancestors. Come join salamander fanatic and ASO board member Ryan Jorgensen as he walks us through the adaptations necessary for a fish to move to land and how we can see many of these adaptations in today’s salamanders. \nThis meeting will also be available on Zoom at:  https://zoom.us/j/96615275424?pwd=dAvhZKBKatZ7mlsNWiqpU3fA4UsZLN.1 \nMeeting ID: 966 1527 5424 \nPasscode: 579054 \n  \n(Contributed by Ryan Jorgensen) \n 
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/aso-may-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Sharon Woods Visitor Center\, 11450 Lebanon Road\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45241\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
CREATED:20260516T204748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260516T204748Z
UID:8168-1779523200-1779537600@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Spring Migrant and Breeding Birds Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Spring Migrant and Breeding Birds Nature Walk \nLocation: Indian Creek State Wildlife Area \nDate:  Saturday\, May 23\, 2026 \nMeet:  At 8:00 AM at the Marathon Gas & Food Mart in Fayetteville Ohio\, located on the northwest corner of the US 50 & SR 68 intersections in Fayetteville. See directions below. \nLeader: Bill Stanley\, (513) 324-2796\, tyrannus58@gmail.com \n  \nWe have not visited this unique area for quite a while\, but prior ASO trips have always proved popular and successful. If you have never been to this location\, you are in for a surprise. \nLocated about 20 miles east of Milford and just south of US 50\, the 1800 acre Indian Creek State Wildlife Area (SWA)\, is a little known\, but wonderful hidden gem that can teem with birds and other wildlife and provides excellent birding at any season. Woodlands\, weedy and brushy fields\, many marshy ponds\, wooded riparian Indian Creek and a managed wetland create a multitude of habitats which in turn attract a diversity of birds and other species. This quiet and little visited area has miles of gravel roads which make for easy access and walking. \nOn this date spring migration may be a bit past peak\, but there still should be many migrants moving through. Summer resident birds should be abundant and near their breeding peak. Many songbirds\, raptors and wetland birds should be found. Some interesting species that are likely present include Northern Bobwhite\, Red-headed Woodpecker\, Bell’s Vireo\, and Blue Grosbeak. \nOur trip leader\, Bill Stanley\, is an expert birder and naturalist who knows this area very well.  Bill is the current president of our Audubon Society (ASO) and also an officer of the Cincinnati Herpetological Club. We will meet Bill at the Fayetteville Marathon Station (see directions below) and caravan from there.  Indian Creek is easily accessed off of US 50 and is only about a 3 minute drive from our meeting spot. Expect mostly walking on this trip\, but the walking will be moderate over level ground and at a leisurely birders pace. Bill will probably occasionally drive from one stop to another. \nBill figures this trip will last no later than noon. It can be hot in late May\, so you may want to bring water\, sun screen\, insect repellent and a hat to make your trip more comfortable. Bill will plan restroom stops along the way. There is a restroom at our meeting location and a few primitive facilities at Indian Creek. Feel free to contact Bill if you have any questions. \nDirections to Marathon Gas & Food Mart in Fayetteville\, Ohio: \nFrom I-275 at the Milford Parkway/US 50 Exit # 59\, take US 50 east for about 20 miles to the intersection of US 68 in Fayetteville\, Ohio. The Marathon Station is located on the NW corner. Meet in the Parking Lot\, but park away from the front doors if possible. \nIndian Creek SWA website: \nhttps://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/indian-creek-wildlife-area \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/spring-migrant-and-breeding-birds-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Indian Creek State Wildlife Area
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
CREATED:20260516T210859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260516T210859Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Botanical and Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Spring Botanical and Bird Walk \nLocation: Spring Grove Cemetery \nDate: Monday\, May 25\, 2026 Memorial Day  \nMeet: 9:00 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  \nDenis Conover has become our designated ASO field trip leader for our monthly field trip to Spring Grove Cemetery. 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. Denis says that rain will not cancel this field trip. \nTrees\, shrubs\, wildflowers and a host of other plants will be near or in full bloom on this walk. Birds\, both resident and spring migrants will also be present in good numbers. Spring migration will be winding down on this date and the breeding season will be moving into full swing. Some migrants will still be around of course\, especially those species which are particularly late migrants. Summer resident breeding birds should be obvious. \nAs always\, Denis will take us on a walk through the beautiful cemetery grounds and point out the diverse botanical community and seasonal birds found at Spring Grove Cemetery. He will identify the tremendous diversity of wildflowers\, trees\, shrubs\, and other plants that can be found here and expound on their ecology. Woodland wildflowers should be particularly on display on this walk. 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. \nDenis 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 and hear. So come along and join him on what hopefully will be a pleasant spring morning walk and gain some tips and insight into plant identification and their natural history\, as well as see some spring migrant and resident birds. \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 (possibly) wet grass. This will be a three-hour leisurely walk\, but you can always end your walk whenever you like. We suggest wearing good footwear and dress for mild temperatures (which vary in the spring). 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 Directions: 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. \nSpring Grove Cemetery website: \nhttps://www.springgrove.org/locations/spring-grove-cemetery-arboretum/ \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  \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/spring-botanical-and-bird-walk-2/
LOCATION:Spring Grove Cemetery\, 4521 Spring Grove Avenue\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45232\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T163000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
CREATED:20260510T212921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T212921Z
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SUMMARY:ASO Monthly Burnet Woods Nature Walks
DESCRIPTION:ASO Monthly Burnet Woods Nature Walks \n  \nOur ASO chapter has two regular monthly field trips to Burnet Woods. These trips are conducted every month of the year and are always scheduled on the same days every month. Both trips are general nature walks.  The first trip\, which focuses on birds\, will be the first Sunday of the month.  The second trip\, which focuses on plants\, will be on the last Sunday of the month. \nMay’s plant walk will be Sunday May 31\, 2026 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 \n  \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/aso-monthly-burnet-woods-nature-walks/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
CREATED:20260510T213341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T213341Z
UID:8165-1780822800-1780830000@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:ASO Monthly Burnet Woods Nature Walks
DESCRIPTION:ASO Monthly Burnet Woods Nature Walks \n  \nOur ASO chapter has two regular monthly field trips to Burnet Woods. These trips are conducted every month of the year and are always scheduled on the same days every month. Both trips are general nature walks.  The first trip\, which focuses on birds\, will be the first Sunday of the month.  The second trip\, which focuses on plants\, will be on the last Sunday of the month. \nJune’s bird walk will be Sunday June 7\, 2026 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 \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/aso-monthly-burnet-woods-nature-walks-2/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
CREATED:20260523T144158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T144158Z
UID:8176-1781335800-1781352000@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Breeding Birds in Riparian & Mature Forests - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Breeding Birds in Riparian & Mature Forests\nDate: Saturday\, June 13\, 2026\nLocation: Boone County Cliffs Area & Middle Creek Park & Road\, Boone County\, Kentucky\nMeeting Time & Place: At 7:30 AM in the Middle Creek Park Parking Lot\, Boone County\, Kentucky. (See directions below).\nLeader:  Ryan Jorgensen\, (630) 333-2631\, jorgensen28ryan@gmail.com \nMiddle Creek Park\, a 230 acre Boone County Park\, Dinsmore Woods\, a 107 acre Preserve and the Boone County Cliffs Preserve (a Nature Conservancy property) are all nestled in the wooded hills of western Boone County\, Kentucky. The picturesque Middle Creek and Middle Creek Road run between these three locations and comprise one of the most beautiful riparian corridors in our region. Join our trip leader Ryan Jorgensen as he explores this fascinating area on what should be a pleasant morning walk in early summer. Ryan is a skilled birder and naturalist and an expert level herpetologist and current ASO board member. \nSpring migration will be over by this date\, but at least 13 species of warblers and many other birds breed along Middle Creek and in the forested hillsides of this beautiful area. The birding in this area can be phenomenal. The whole region is forested and contains some old-growth forest habitat reliable for breeding Worm-eating Warblers which are generally rare in most of our region. Other breeding forest birds are also expected\, including Broad-winged Hawk\, Cerulean\, Hooded and Kentucky Warblers\, Ovenbird\, Louisiana Waterthrush and both Scarlet & Summer Tanagers. Middle Creek\, which flows through the area\, is loaded with Northern Parula’s\, Yellow-throated Warblers and numerous other breeding birds. Prairie Warblers & Yellow-breasted Chats are common in adjacent successional areas. \nRyan plans to begin the trip at Middle Creek Park and Dinsmore Woods Nature Preserve and spend some time walking and birding along the trails in these adjacent and wonderful parks. He may then make a few driving stops along picturesque Middle Creek Road if time permits. Middle Creek Road is an excellent birding spot\, but it is narrow and has limited space to pull off. Nonetheless we should be able to walk a good bit of this lovely secluded and little used road. We will finish this section of the trip near the “closed” Boone County Cliffs Preserve. There is a possibility that Ryan may get permission to visit this preserve. \nThe end of this trip may include a mile or so drive further out KY 18 to Belleview’s Conservancy Park\, a mix of forty-five acres of prairie\, woodland\, lake and hillsides on a reclaimed gravel pit. Yellow-breasted Chats\, Orchard Orioles and abundant butterflies can be found here. Blue Grosbeaks can also be found in several places in the area. \nThis trip will end around noon and will consist mostly of moderate to steep walking along the trails at Middle Creek Park and Boone County Cliffs. Also note that there are no restrooms in any of these places\, but a port-o-let is usually available at Middle Creek Park. Comfortable sturdy shoes\, water\, sun screen and insect repellent will all make your trip more enjoyable. Contact Ryan if you have any questions. \nDirections to Middle Creek Park:\nFrom I-75: Take Kentucky 18\, exit # 18\, at Florence and go west. When you reach Burlington\, KY\, continue for 6.5 miles to the Middle Creek Park entrance\, which will be on your left (south side of KY 18). The entrance and parking lot are just a short distance past Middle Creek Rd. \nFrom the west: Take I-275 south and cross the Ohio River. After crossing the river take the first exit\, which is KY 8\, exit # 11. Turn right (west) onto KY 8\, which immediately becomes KY 20 after a short distance. Continue west and then south on KY 20 for about 12 miles. At the intersection with KY 18\, turn left or east onto KY 18 and go about 1 mile. The entrance to Middle Creek Park will be on your right (south side of KY 18). Middle Creek Rd. is just a short distance ahead. \nFor directions\, a map and information about Middle Creek Park and Dinsmore Woods Nature Preserve (Boone County KY Parks) go to the following webpages:\nhttps://www.boonecountyky.org/departments/parks/middle_creek_park.php\nhttps://www.boonecountyky.org/departments/parks/dinsmore_woods.php \nFor further info on the Nature Conservancy’s Boone County Cliffs go to the following webpage:\nhttps://www.boonecountyky.org/departments/parks/boone_cliffs.php\n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/breeding-birds-in-riparian-mature-forests-field-trip/
LOCATION:Middle Creek Park\, 5701 Burlington Pike\, Burlington\, KY\, 41005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
CREATED:20260523T143035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T143035Z
UID:8174-1781722800-1781730000@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:ASO June Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Title: Surviving in a changing world: Lizards and Salamanders in Human-Altered Landscapes \nDate: Wednesday\, June 17\, 2026 \nTime: 7pm \nLocation: Location: Sharon Centre in Sharon Woods\, 11450 Lebanon Road\, Sharonville\, OH 45241 and Zoom (see link below) \nSpeaker: Dr. Allison Rickfelder \nOrganizer: Ryan Jorgensen at jorgensen28ryan@gmail.com \n  \nNatural habitats are increasingly modified by humans\, posing novel and unique challenges to native organisms while often facilitating the establishment of nonnative organisms. Through this presentation\, we will cover two case studies representing two sides of the same coin\, exploring how animals respond to human-induced environmental change. Our case studies will focus on the eastern hellbender\, a fully aquatic salamander experiencing drastic declines\, and common wall lizards\, a prolific invader of urban environments including Cincinnati\, OH. \n  \nThis meeting will also be available on Zoom at: https://zoom.us/j/99798621609?pwd=zPX9QaNjlS2aARBa1wIlQZFXxJpRKF.1 \nMeeting ID: 997 9862 1609 \nPasscode: 834710 \n(Contributed by Ryan Jorgensen)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/aso-june-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Sharon Woods Visitor Center\, 11450 Lebanon Road\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45241\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
CREATED:20260523T145006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T145006Z
UID:8178-1781942400-1781956800@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Theme: Wetland Breeding Birds & Summer Residents - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Wetland Breeding Birds & Summer Residents\nDate & Time: Saturday\, June 20\, 2026\, 8:00 AM\nLocation: Gilmore Ponds Preserve\nMeet: We will meet in the Gilmore Ponds south parking lot located at the intersection of Symmes Rd and Bilstein Blvd. (See directions below)\nLeader: Mike Busam (513) 259-3262\, mbusam@gmail.com \nGilmore Ponds is steeped in local birding history and at times can be among the most productive birding sites in our region. The Audubon Society has named it an “Important Bird Area”. Gilmore Ponds is a roughly 270 acre seasonal wetland located in south central Butler County with considerable adjacent privately owned acreage. Gilmore can be very wet or fairly dry from year to year\, or season-to-season\, depending on the amount of rainfall the area receives. When it is wet\, it can teem with water related species. This season has been wet so far so we can expect a diversity of species on this trip. \nAt one time Gilmore Ponds was privately owned. During the 1980’s the Gilmore Ponds Conservancy\, a citizen’s conservation group\, was formed to protect the area from development. The Conservancy had some success\, acquired some land and got the attention of the Butler County Park District\, who eventually took control and now owns the property. Today Gilmore Ponds faces a new set of threats\, but for the time being\, it is still a wonderful birding site. \nMike Busam\, our trip leader\, is an expert birder\, an all-around naturalist and a long-time Audubon Society advocate. Mike is also a past President and founder of the Gilmore Ponds Conservancy\, and remains a vigilant protector and advocate of this area. Mike knows as much\, or more\, about Gilmore Ponds\, past and present than anyone. With Mike’s help we can expect to find a great diversity of species on our walk. Mike will also bring our attention to the diverse flora and other fauna of this wonderful wetland. \nOver the past few years Great Blue Heron\, Green Heron and Black-crowned Night-Heron colonies have been joined by nesting Great Egrets and Double-crested Cormorants. A Neotropic Cormorant (very rare) is present here and hangs around the cormorant colony\, but there has been no proof of nesting activity to date. Most recently\, and perhaps most interestingly\, Yellow-crowned Night-Herons\, which are considered very rare breeding birds in Ohio\, have successfully nested here over the past several years and are again present. \nMany marsh species which normally breed only in the northern half of the state\, have been recorded breeding here over the years during wet springs and summers. The wetlands may hold a few late migrant shorebirds as well as American Coots\, Common Gallinule\, Sora (rails)\, Least and American Bitterns\, Pied-billed Grebes\, Wood Ducks\, Hooded Mergansers and Blue-winged Teal. There are breeding records for all of these species from Gilmore Ponds. By this date spring migration will be over and the breeding season will be in full swing. Many songbirds also breed here in large numbers. Prothonotary Warblers and Willow Flycatchers are common. Bell’s Vireo\, a rare nester in Ohio\, is a regular summer nester. Red-headed Woodpeckers are summer residents as well. \nMike’s plan is to follow the trails throughout the preserve. This entire trip will be on foot\, but it will consist of flat terrain and walked at a leisurely birders pace. To make your walk more comfortable we recommend waterproof footwear\, wear a hat and to bring water and insect repellant. The only restrooms available at Gilmore Ponds are a couple of Porta Potties. This is scheduled as a half-day trip and will end around noon. Butler County Parks requires non-residents to purchase a Motor Vehicle Permit. They can be purchased from Park Rangers if you see one. If you have any questions\, feel free to contact Mike. \nLocation: Gilmore Ponds is located in Fairfield in south central Butler County.  Gilmore Ponds proper is bounded on the south by Symmes Road\, on the east by the Route 4 Bypass\, on the west by North Gilmore Road and on the north by the Butler County Regional Airport. There is a parking lot on Symmes Road at the intersection of Bilstein Blvd. and another parking lot on N. Gilmore Rd. just south of the RR tracks. We will meet in the Symmes Rd/Bilstein Blvd Parking Lot. \nThere are several ways to get to Gilmore Ponds. Two ways are described below. \nDirections 1: To reach Gilmore Ponds from I-275\, take the Route 4 exit # 41 and go north on Rt. 4 for about 2.5 miles. Turn right onto the Route 4 Bypass and go about 1.5 miles to Symmes Road. Turn left onto Symmes and go about .5 mile and make a right turn into the Gilmore Ponds parking lot\, located directly across from Bilstein Blvd. \nDirections 2: You could also take the I-275 Winton Rd exit # 39 and go north on Winton Rd. Be aware that Winton Rd. changes its name to South Gilmore Road in Butler County. Continue north on S. Gilmore Rd to the intersection/stop light at Rt. 4. Cross Rt. 4 and go straight. This road becomes Bilstein Blvd. Continue on Bilstein Blvd to the T intersection with Symmes Road. Go straight through the stoplight and into the Symmes Road Parking Lot. \nFor preserve information\, directions and a trail map visit the Butler County Gilmore Ponds web page link below\nhttps://www.yourmetroparks.net/parks/gilmore-metropark\n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/theme-wetland-breeding-birds-summer-residents-field-trip/
LOCATION:Gilmore Ponds\, 7950 N Gilmore Rd\, Hamilton\, Ohio\, 45015\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
CREATED:20260523T150006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T150006Z
UID:8180-1782640800-1782651600@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Spring Grove Cemetery Nature Walk - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Monthly Spring Grove Cemetery Nature Walk\nDate: Sunday\, June 28\, 2026\nLocation: Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum\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 \n  \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. The focus of 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. He 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. He is also a current board member of our local Audubon Society 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\, leisurely 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. He 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 and some walking in damp or wet grass. We suggest wearing comfortable waterproof footwear. 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\n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/monthly-spring-grove-cemetery-nature-walk-field-trip/
LOCATION:Spring Grove Cemetery\, 4521 Spring Grove Avenue\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45232\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T163000
DTSTAMP:20260526T162220
CREATED:20260524T155418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T155418Z
UID:8183-1782657000-1782664200@cincinnatiaudubon.org
SUMMARY:ASO Monthly Burnet Woods Nature Walks
DESCRIPTION:ASO Monthly Burnet Woods Nature Walks \n  \nOur ASO chapter has two regular monthly field trips to Burnet Woods. These trips are conducted every month of the year and are always scheduled on the same days every month. Both trips are general nature walks.  The first trip\, which focuses on birds\, will be the first Sunday of the month.  The second trip\, which focuses on plants\, will be on the last Sunday of the month. \nJune’s plant walk will be Sunday June 28\, 2026 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 \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/aso-monthly-burnet-woods-nature-walks-3/
LOCATION:Burnet Woods\, 3251 Brookline Ave\, Cincinnat\, Ohio\, 45220\, United States
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