POP UP WALK THIS SUNDAY!! 🪾
Come out for a winter bird walk with Lake County Audubon Society as we explore the trail system at Ryerson Conservation Area. Located within the Des Plaines River Watershed, Ryerson provides a home for a wide variety of bird species during the coldest months. 🦆🦅
Through mid-February, there have been 63 species reported on the Ryerson eBird hotspot page for 2026. In just the past week there has been an increase in bird activity, with some of the earliest songbirds in our area beginning to sing. We'll be on the lookout for the resident, yet somewhat elusive barred owls and pileated woodpeckers.
After the walk we invite participants to stay for a social gathering inside the Welcome Center, where a FeederWatch station has been set up by the Lake County Forest Preserves.
Specific details about the walk and parking location are included via the registration link below:
Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Trip Leaders: Brad Stein (773) 213-1808 & Matt Tobin (847) 951-1483