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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T100000
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T110000
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SUMMARY:ASO Burnet Woods Monthly Nature Walks
DESCRIPTION:ASO Burnet Woods Monthly Bird 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 first of the monthly walks\, 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. The next walk will be March 1st and 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-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:20260314T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T120000
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SUMMARY:Early Spring Birding and General Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Early Spring Birding and General Nature Walk\nLocation: Heritage Acres Memorial Sanctuary\nDate: Saturday\, March 14th\, 2026\nMeet: At 8:00 A.M. at the Heritage Acres Parking Area (see directions below)\nCo-Leader: Bill Stanley\, (513) 324-2796\,  tyrannus58@gmail.com\nCo-Leader: Patrick Sanders\, Sanctuary Steward\, 1 (513)-231-6438\,\npatrickheritageacres@gmail.com. \nThe site for this field trip\, Heritage Acres Memorial Sanctuary\, is the first and only dedicated natural “green” burial ground in the Cincinnati area. They also offer educational and recreational opportunities for the public to enjoy the beauty and wonder of nature. They have a commitment to creating a nature preserve where people may be laid to rest naturally. By centering environmental stewardship in our end-of-life choices\, Heritage Acres can leave a legacy for future generations by protecting land from development\, preserving habitats and ecosystems\, and allowing our bodies to return naturally to the earth. \nPatrick Sanders\, the Sanctuary Steward\, reached out to ASO and invited us to conduct a joint field trip at their Preserve. Members of Heritage Acres were also invited to take part on this walk. Our trip leader is our current ASO President\, Bill Stanley. Bill is an expert birder and naturalist\, and has led many\, many field trips over the years. Patrick Sanders will also co-lead this trip. While Bill will handle the bird finding part of the trip\, Patrick will show us around the grounds\, tell us about their organization\, their future plans and answer any of our questions. \nHeritage Acres Memorial Sanctuary consists of 40 acres that are comprised of roughly 60% meadow and 40% forest. There are also two small ponds on the preserve. The flora at Heritage Acres is diverse and creates a wonderful natural area. Of course we will be looking for birds and we expect to find seasonal species that should include a diverse number of grassland\, successional and forest species. In addition to our permanent residents expect to see winter residents that have not left yet\, as well as early spring migrants and new arrivals. \nSo come on out with us and enjoy early spring weather while we explore a unique natural area. This trip will end around noon. It is still March so prepare for cold weather. This trip will consist entirely of walking. The walking however will be over mostly level ground and at a birders (slow) pace. There are several paths and trails but expect wet grass and possible muddy spots. Good quality footwear will make your trip more enjoyable. Binoculars are necessary to see birds well. Porta Potties are the only rest room facilities available. Bring water\, as there is none available on the grounds. We only cancel field trips do to hazardous weather conditions. If you are unsure contact Bill or Patrick for any questions you may have. \nDirections\nHeritage Acres Memorial Sanctuary address is 796 Locust Corner Road\, but their entrance is well marked by signage and is located directly across the street from 809 Locust Corner Road. Turn onto a short entryway that will take you toward our own gravel drive and a wider parking area. You should see a silo directly in front of you. \nOne of the biggest challenges people have in finding Heritage Acres is that their address is 796 Locust Corner Road\, but some satellite-based map directions take you to a steep gravel driveway that is not our entrance.  The parking area and entrance to Heritage Acres is directly across the street from 809 Locust Corner Road. If you are using a mapping application or GPS\, you might be better served by typing in that address\, then just turn in across the street when you get there. If you see a gravel drive that goes up a hill\, do not turn in there. Look for a short paved entryway\, our kiosk\, and a silo. If you see those\, you are at the right place. \nLink to Heritage Acres Memorial Sanctuary website:\nhttps://www.heritageacresmemorial.org \nLink to Heritage Acres Direction Page:\nhttps://www.heritageacresmemorial.org/visits/#directions \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger)
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/early-spring-birding-and-general-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Heritage Acres Memorial Sanctuary\, 796 Locust Corner Road\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45245\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T221519
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SUMMARY:Early Spring Botanical and Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Early Spring Botanical and Bird Walk\nLocation: Spring Grove Cemetery\nDate: Sunday\, March 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 \nMarch can have tricky weather. As the old adage states\, “March comes in like a lion and leaves like a lamb”. But chances are good that signs of early spring will be present\, if not abundant. Some species of plants are already beginning to bud at this season and according to our trip leader\, Denis Conover\, there should already be a few spring wildflowers popping up. Regardless of the weather\, Denis\, our regular Spring Grove leader\, will focus on whatever nature brings us. Snow will not cancel this field trip. Severe weather of course would cancel the trip. If you are unsure at the time\, don’t hesitate to contact Denis. Denis 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. \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.  Denis 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 on what hopefully will be a pleasant early spring morning walk and gain some tips and insight into plant identification and their natural history as well as winter resident and early spring migrant 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 wet grass or possibly snow. This will be a three to four hour leisurely 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. \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/early-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:20260318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T210000
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SUMMARY:Audubon SO Monthly Meeting for March
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Untrained Numerical Competence in Wild Mockingbirds \nPresenter: Dr. George Farnsworth\, Xavier University \nDate: March 18\, 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 \n  \nWe often marvel at how clever mockingbirds can be vocally\, but incredible mimicry isn’t the only trick these birds have in their repertoire. Xavier professor Dr. George Farnsworth studied the puzzle-solving abilities of our local wild population and revealed amazing problem resolution abilities in untrained wild birds. By designing custom trapdoor feeders\, Dr. Farnsworth and his students were able to peek into the avian mind and observe their ability to analyze a puzzle numerically in order to take the path of least resistance to a free dinner. Join us on Wednesday\, March 18th at 7pm at the Sharon Centre to hear Dr. Farnsworth’s riveting findings and to see videos of the mockingbirds solving their puzzles. \nThis meeting will also be available on Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/98359555438 \nMeeting ID: 983 5955 5438 \n(Contributed by Ryan Jorgensen) \n 
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/audubon-so-monthly-meeting-for-march/
LOCATION:Sharon Woods Visitor Center\, 11450 Lebanon Road\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45241\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T221519
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T190447Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Birding and Herping Walk
DESCRIPTION:Spring Birding and Herping Walk \nLocation: East Fork State Park \nDate: Saturday\, March 21\, 2026 \nMeet: 8:00 A.M. at the South Swimming Beach Parking Lot (see the directions below) \nLeader:  Ryan Jorgensen\, (630) 333-2631\, jorgensen28ryan@gmail.com \n The focus of this field trip will be early spring migrant birds\, of which we can expect a great diversity due to the diverse habitats found throughout the 4890 acres at East Fork Lake State Park including Harsha Lake. But the trip will equally focus on finding and identifying reptiles and amphibians\, or “herps” as many naturalists refer to them (from herpetology). This group of animals includes snakes\, turtles\, lizards (reptiles) and frogs\, toads and salamanders (amphibians). Amphibians\, especially salamanders\, will be our primary goal in the herp department. \nWe can expect to see waterfowl (ducks and geese) loons\, grebes\, gulls\, maybe a few shorebirds\, hawks\, Bald Eagles\, and many species of early spring migrant songbirds. Our overall chances of success on this walk should be very good because our field trip leader\, Ryan Jorgensen\, is not just a skilled birder but also an expert herpetologist and naturalist as well. Ryan is also a board member of our Audubon Society and has a Master’s degree in Biological Science at UC where he specialized in herpetology. With Ryan’s skills we can expect to find and identify what should be a great diversity of species on this trip. \nBe forewarned that this is a robust trip which will entail quite a bit of walking. While much of the walking will be along paved roads\, there will also be considerable walking along woodland trails that might be muddy. And while we may have a warm day it can still be quite cold in March\, so dress accordingly and wear appropriate footwear. This trip will run until around noon. Restrooms are available in the Park. If you have any questions feel free to contact Ryan. \nDirections: \nWe will meet at the swimming beach parking lot located on the south side of East Fork State Park. We will meet at 8 AM on the far left side of the beach parking lot (when facing the lake); although at that time of day it shouldn’t be a problem finding our group. To get to the beach\, enter the park from the south side and follow the park signs to the beach. To get to the south side entrance to East Fork SP 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 Bantam Rd. (opposite Rt. 222) and follow the signs to the park entrance. \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  \n(Contributed by Jay Stenger) \n 
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/spring-birding-and-herping-walk/
LOCATION:East Fork State Park\, Park Rd 2\, Bethel\, OH\, 45106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T221519
CREATED:20251219T004250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T004250Z
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SUMMARY:Living Landscapes - Native Tree and Shrub Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join Midwest Native Plant Society on an exhilarating journey to discover our local native trees and shrubs to be held at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens.  These vital plants in our ecosystems play a multifaceted role\, providing structure\, biodiversity\, regulating processes\, and supporting a diverse array of species. The health and stability of these ecosystems are intrinsically linked to the presence and functioning of trees and shrubs.  These magnificent plants play a crucial role in supporting various forms of life. Pollinators\, birds\, and a diverse array of wildlife rely on these plants for sustenance and shelter. They provide essential food sources such as caterpillars for birds\, nuts\, seeds\, and fruits\, as well as habitats and shelter for pollinators\, insects\, birds\, and mammals.  Without them\, many species would face the brink of extinction. \nThey also contribute to environmental conservation by effectively controlling stormwater runoff and erosion. Moreover\, they enhance air and water quality by purifying the environment. Additionally\, native trees and shrubs are better adapted to local conditions\, requiring less water and maintenance. They are essential for local biodiversity\, fostering a resilient and healthy ecosystem that has evolved over time. \nWhen: March 21\, 2026   10:00–4 PM. \nWhere: Cincinnati Zoo\, Frisch’s Theater. Zoo pass included for one day and parking. Buffet Lunch included. \nSpeakers: Jim McCormac\, Tom Borgman\, Sam Settlemyre\, Greg Torres and and Brian Jorg.  \nBesides the program\, the $95 registration fee includes zoo admission\, parking\, and lunch. More details are on the Midwest Native Plant Society website\, at https://www.midwestnativeplants.org/other-events#LivingLandscapes-TreesandShrubs.  \nPRIOR REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. You can register online at https://midwestnativeplantsociety.regfox.com/treeshrubattendee.
URL:https://cincinnatiaudubon.org/event/living-landscapes-native-tree-and-shrub-symposium/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T213000
DTSTAMP:20260414T221519
CREATED:20260315T194327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T194327Z
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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:20260414T221519
CREATED:20260225T230315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T230315Z
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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:20260414T221519
CREATED:20260315T195200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T195200Z
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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:20260414T221519
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T195846Z
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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:20260414T221519
CREATED:20260409T204950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T204950Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T221519
CREATED:20260401T135831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T135831Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260414T221519
CREATED:20260412T142156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T142156Z
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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:20260426T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T163000
DTSTAMP:20260414T221519
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:20260414T221519
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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