Field Trips

Join us as we venture around the lake both by car and by foot. We will look for Flycatchers, Vireos and other Spring migrants, as well as waterfowl.  Meet at Shelter #11 and walk the Longview Lake Greenway as well as down to the lake. We’ll get back in our cars to travel to other ... Read more

****Weather Update**** From field trip leader Sherry: "Jerry Smith Park is muddy and very wet. Neither the trail or grassy service road that we walk have been mowed, so vegetation comes up to lower shin. Temps are forecasted to be in the 40’s. So, please dress appropriately. The trail on the west side of the ... Read more

Join us at the Heartland Overlook Preserve (HOP) along the Blue River Corridor in Kansas City. This nature preserve is 40 acres, and is a high-point in the area. We will look for Spring migrants, like Flycatchers, Vireos and Warblers. Anticipate walking on off-camber trails. We’ll meet at the parking area at the top of ... Read more

Join us at this 160-acre property in the middle of urban KC. We will walk the roads that weave through the cemetery, visiting graves of famous Kansas Citians while we bird. We will look for Spring migrants, resident Red-Headed Woodpeckers and Great Horned Owls, as well as Warblers and other songbirds. Meet at the cemetery ... Read more

June is prolific with blooms and bird song! Enjoy a guided naturalist walk around the Discovery Center with Deep Roots and Burroughs Audubon to learn about native plants and birds that depend on them. Grab your binoculars and get ready! This leisurely walk is for all experience levels and a great opportunity to ask your ... Read more

Join us as we conduct a summer breeding bird census along the Blue River. We'll search for late migrant and year-round residents that use this riparian habitat. This census assists KC WildLands and their mission of preserving the natural communities around Kansas City. This census counts toward volunteer hours for Master Naturalists. Your leader for ... Read more

**WEATHER NOTICE: We are on as of now. Please pack boots and jackets in case of rain and lunch/snacks. Additionally, we are intending to be out all day but the rain looks like it might pick up mid-afternoon, so we'll end our trip when it begins. If you have any questions, please contact Sally at ... Read more

The breeding bird census for KC Wildlands is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17th. Please meet at 7:30 am in the parking lot. Be sure to bring water, snack, insect repellent and sunscreen. We’ll be looking for nesting species such as Indigo Bunting, Blue Grosbeak, Dickcissel, Summer Tanager, Yellow-breasted Chat and Field Sparrows. Leader: Sherry Leonardo ... Read more

Join us for this field trip to the beautiful wetlands outside of Lawrence, KS. We’re on the lookout for shorebirds, songbirds, waterfowl and other interesting species, like Grosbeaks and Bitterns. Meet at the Discovery Center (closed on Saturdays). Paths are made of peat gravel and there are wooden bridges to cross. Expect lots of walking. ... Read more