Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Activity Level: Moderate, Walk 2-3 miles (mostly crushed-gravel paths, with some dirt/grass segments)
*This walk is designed for beginning and newer birders, but anyone is allowed to register for the trip.
Trip Leaders: Matt Hayner (608) 213-2382
Matt Tobin (847) 951-1483
Location: Independence Grove Forest Preserve
16400 Buckley Rd
Libertyville, IL 60048
We will meet in the North Bay parking lot for the walk, pinned in Google Maps below.
Google Maps: Independence Grove Forest Preserve - North Bay 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 leaders so your spot can be re-opened.
Bring binoculars (if available). We will have some loaner pairs on hand if you need to borrow one for the walk.
Please dress accordingly for the weather conditions and wear appropriate footwear for walking 2-3 miles on mostly crushed-gravel/grass/paved trails.
Feel free to leave the walk at any time.
In case of inclement weather forcing a cancellation, the trip leaders will notify all participants via email/text.