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Bird Walk: McDonald Woods Forest Preserve

  • McDonald Woods Forest Preserve West Grass Lake Road Lindenhurst, IL United States (map)

Date:  Saturday, September 6, 2025

Time:  8:00 - 10:30 AM
Activity Level:  Moderate, Walk 3-4 miles (mostly crushed-gravel & some wood-chip paths)

Trip Leader:   Matt Tobin   (847) 951-1483

Location:   McDonald Woods Forest Preserve

                    W Grass Lake Rd

                    Lindenhurst, IL 60046

We will meet in the main forest preserve parking lot, pinned in Google Maps below.

Google Maps:  McDonald Woods Forest Preserve - Parking Lot

This trip will be limited to 20 participants. If you register and realize ahead of time you will not be able to make the walk, please send a text to the trip leader so another spot can be re-opened.

Bring binoculars (if available).  We will have a few loaner pairs if you need to borrow one for the walk.

Please dress accordingly for the weather conditions and wear appropriate footwear for walking 3-4 miles on mostly crushed-gravel trails. Sunscreen, insect repellent, drinking water, and a hat are all good items to bring along.

Feel free to leave the walk at any time. We may extend the overall duration of the walk beyond the listed time for anyone who would like to continue a bit longer.

In case of inclement weather, the trip leader will notify all participants via email

Register for McDonald Woods Forest Preserve Bird Walk

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