Location: Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary, 200 W. Montrose Harbor Dr., Chicago

Date: Monday, 04/28/25

Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

This trip is specifically tailored for beginner and novice-level birders!

Join COS for morning birding at Bill Jarvis Migratory Bird Sanctuary. This 10-acre hotspot packs diverse habitats including woodland, savanna, and wetland. The majority of our time will be spent at the Sanctuary’s Viewing Platform searching for warblers, vireos, and flycatchers. Our remaining time together will be allocated for a quick walk around the Jarvis trail and a peek out at the lake. Loaner binoculars will be available.

Leaders: Sammy Cabindol

Pre-registration is required. Please contact Sammy Cabindol (wildlifesammy@gmail.com) or Chris Holden (twoheadedvireo@gmail.com) at least 24 hours in advance if you cannot attend or with questions.

Accessibility:

Total trip distance is approximately 0.5 miles and will take place mostly on wide paved, crushed-gravel, or wood-chip trails that are relatively level with minimal incline. We may leave the trail at times to walk through the grass for a better view of the birds. Any recent rain may create muddy conditions.

Restrooms are unavailable.

Weather/Attire/Other:

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Please bring bottled water. Dress for the weather. Based on the forecast, you may want to bring a hat and sunscreen as well as a light jacket. Loaner binoculars will be available.

The exact meeting location will be emailed in advance to registrants. Metered parking is available at The Waveland Parking Lot: 3600 N Recreation Dr, Chicago, IL 60613.  It is also accessible by public transportation, via the following CTA bus routes: 146, 151, 152.

Respiratory Illness Precautions:

COS supports the decision of individual trip participants to wear masks.