Inspiring birdwatching, protecting habitat, building community, since 1919.
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Birding Locations We Love
In his book, Dominic Sherony, writes about how birds are fascinating creatures. His talk will include the history and advent of modern birds, adaptation, iridescence, nests, diversity and the need for habitat conservation.
Field trips resume in March 2027, start watching for updates soon. Plan your own bird walks with our guide to Birding Sites under Resources.
Located at Sheridan Road and Clark Street, on a narrow strip of land along Lake Michigan, this 2-acre sanctuary was established in 2015. Its intent is to provide a safe rest stop, with food and shelter, for migrating birds.
This 7.5 acre property at Ewing Avenue and Grant Street in northwest Evanston, is part of the Forest Preserves of Cook County and is likely the most popular birding site in Evanston. A small patch of remnant forest in a residential neighborhood, it attracts an abundance of migrant land birds.
This narrow strip of land wedged between McCormick Blvd and the west side of the channel runs north and south between Church St & Green Bay Rd. Look for Caspian Terns, Great-blue Herons, Belted Kingfishers and gulls flying above the treetops along the channel.