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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Blue River Parkway
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nYour leader for this trip is Don Arney. Meet at 7:30 a.m. at the Minor Park tennis courts parking lot. We’ll walk the hiking/biking trails along the Blue River\, approx. 2 miles. Trail conditions can be very muddy\, depending on precipitation and temperature. Watch this page for weather/cancellation updates\, and feel welcome to contact Don at 22sora@gmail.com with any questions.\n\nFeatured Image: Blue-gray Gnatcatcher by Jesse Gordon
URL:https://burroughs.org/volunteer-opportunities/field-trip-blue-river-parkway-3/
LOCATION:Blue River Parkway\, 11420 Blue River Road\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64131
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T080000
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Marais Des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:**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 816-565-1839. Also\, if you know someone else participating\, please share this info.** Join us for this all-day field trip South of the city to this NWR\, full of bottomland hardwood forests. We will be on the lookout for Orioles\, Meadowlarks\, Vireos\, Bobwhite and birds of prey. Meet at the visitor center. We will also travel to York road and other accessible points within the refuge. Once we complete our birding on the refuge\, we’ll travel West across the highway to Marais Des Cygnes Waterfowl Area (state property) and visit a few moist soil units on the property. Bring a sack lunch. Be prepared to be walking on uneven ground throughout our trip. We’ll travel to each area by car but otherwise be on foot. Bring binoculars-there will be a few extra to share.  \nLeader: Sally Urdang — urdang.sal@gmail.com | 816-565-1839 \nFeatured Image: Northern Bobwhite by Stephen Pollard
URL:https://burroughs.org/volunteer-opportunities/field-trip-marais-des-cygnes-national-wildlife-refuge/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Jerry Smith Park
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLeader: Sherry Leonardo | home172@aol.com \nFeatured Image: Indigo Bunting by Megumi Aita
URL:https://burroughs.org/volunteer-opportunities/field-trip-jerry-smith-park-2/
LOCATION:Jerry Smith Park Trailhead Parking Lot\, 13493 Prospect Ave\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64146
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T120000
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Baker Wetlands
DESCRIPTION: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. Bring binoculars-there will be a few extra to share.  \nLeader: Sally Urdang — urdang.sal@gmail.com | 816-565-1839 \nFeatured Image: Blue Grosbeak by James Diehl
URL:https://burroughs.org/volunteer-opportunities/field-trip-baker-wetlands/
LOCATION:Baker Wetlands\, 1365 N 1250 Rd\, Lawrence\, KS\, 66046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Loess Bluffs NWR -- CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Canceled — Join us for this all-day field trip North of the city to this iconic National Wildlife Refuge\, full of moist soil units (wetlands) with an auto-tour route around the property. We’ll be looking for Egret\, Bobwhite\, blackbirds\, Pelicans and more. Travel time is approximately 1.5 hours from KC\, so plan accordingly. Meet at the visitor center. Bring a sack lunch-we’ll eat at noon. After lunch we’ll hike the dirt trail behind the visitor center\, looking for species like Wood Thrush\, Cedar Waxwing\, Cuckoo and Vireo. The hike portion of this trip is moderately difficult with rigorous ascents. Wear hiking shoes and prepare for hot weather. Bring binoculars-there will be a few extra to share.  \nLeader: Sally Urdang — urdang.sal@gmail.com | 816-565-1839 \nFeatured Image: Great Egret by Jerry Amende
URL:https://burroughs.org/volunteer-opportunities/field-trip-loess-bluffs-nwr/
LOCATION:loess bluffs wildlife refuge\, 159 State Hwy E\, Mound City\, MO\, 64470
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Clinton Lake / Bloomington Beach
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 27 @ 7:30 am. We’ll spend the morning looking for gulls\, shorebirds\, and other fall migrants. Meet at the Bloomington Beach parking lot at 7:30 a.m. If the beach gate is locked\, proceed left to the boat ramp parking lot\, and we will walk to the beach. Though expecting to end by 11:00 am\, this trip may be extended\, depending on what we find. Bring all the usual gear: binoculars\, spotting scopes\, water\, snacks\, field guides\, etc. You will need to purchase a park day pass if you do not have one. All ages and levels of birding experience are welcome. We will have a couple of pairs of binoculars to loan\, if needed. Questions: contact Mark Land at kestrelland@gmail.com or leave a text or voice mail at 816-590-9814.
URL:https://burroughs.org/volunteer-opportunities/field-trip-clinton-lake-bloomington-beach/
LOCATION:Clinton Lake – Bloomington Beach\, 700 N 1190 Road\, Lawrence\, KS\, 66047\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Lewis-Young Park
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 9 @ 8:00 am. We’ll walk the paths of this Louisburg\, KS city park looking for straggling warblers and summer species\, but perhaps some early winter birds\, too! Meet at the disc golf course parking lot\, west of the bathroom building\, at 8:00 a.m. All ages and levels of birding experience are welcome. Questions: contact Chris Krafft at chriskrafft2@gmail.com.
URL:https://burroughs.org/volunteer-opportunities/field-trip-lewis-young-park/
LOCATION:Lewis-Young Park\, 26600 Jingo Rd\, Louisburg\, KS\, 66053\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Clinton Lake
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, October 12 @ 7:30 am. Clinton Lake. Meet at the Corp of Engineers office at 7:30 a.m. We’ll proceed to the dam where we hope to witness the Franklin’s Gull migration in full swing. We’ll then proceed to Bloomington Park and Clinton State Park as time allows. Though expecting to end by Noon\, this trip may be extended\, depending on what we find. Bring all the usual gear: binoculars\, spotting scopes\, water\, snacks\, field guides\, etc. You will need to purchase a park day pass if you do not have one. All ages and levels of birding experience are welcome. We will have a couple of pairs of binoculars to loan\, if needed. Questions: contact Mark Land at kestrelland@gmail.com or leave a text or voice mail at 816 590-9814.
URL:https://burroughs.org/volunteer-opportunities/field-trip-clinton-lake/
LOCATION:Clinton Lake – US Army Corps of Engineers Office\, 872 N 1402 Rd\, Lawrence\, KS\, 66049\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T103000
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Jerry Smith Park Fall Bird Census
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 21 @ 8:00 am – 10:30 am. This is the 16th annual fall census for KC WildLands. Meet in trailhead parking lot at 8:00 a.m. We’ll look for fall migrants such as sparrows\, Marsh and Sedge Wrens\, vireos\, kinglets and raptors. Bring water\, snacks and insect repellent and wear sturdy shoes. Please contact Sherry Leonardo at home172@aol.com with any questions.
URL:https://burroughs.org/volunteer-opportunities/field-trip-jerry-smith-park-fall-bird-census/
LOCATION:Jerry Smith Park Trailhead Parking Lot\, 13493 Prospect Ave\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64146
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261101T143000
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Central Kansas Wetlands
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a multi-day central Kansas wetland birding trip! We plan to bird some of our favorite areas in two of Kansas’ best wetlands: Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area and Quivira National Wildlife Refuge. As migrant numbers begin to decrease\, we still anticipate several species of owls\, shorebirds\, waders\, gulls\, cranes\, and wetland sparrows and wrens. We have planned several locations and times to allow attendees to pick and chose those that best fit their schedules and interests. All skill levels are welcomed! Please bring binoculars and spotting scopes. Some spare binoculars will be available if you don’t have any\, and we can share scopes. If you have 2-way family radios\, please bring them as well as they’re handy for communicating while we’re driving. Also\, plan your own meals and bring snacks and beverages while traveling/birding. Please note this weekend involves a change from Daylight Saving Time back to Standard Time (‘Fall Back’) on Sunday\, Nov 1.  Your guide for the weekend will be Chris Krafft. Feel free to email questions to: chriskrafft2@gmail.com. \nImportant Reminders: \n– Standard Time begins on Sunday\, Nov 1\, don’t forget to turn clocks back an hour!\n– We can carpool from our meeting points\, but participants will need to make transportation arrangements to and from the KC area\, as well as meals/snacks and overnight accommodations.\n– Water conditions at can vary year-to-year\, and some anticipated birds may not be present or visible.\n– The scheduled days and legs of this trip will happen rain or shine\, but activities may be canceled or delayed due to severe weather. The condition of Barton and Stafford unpaved (sand and gravel) county roads can be quite poor at times\, especially after precipitation. We’ll check on road and weather conditions before we embark and modify plans accordingly. \nItinerary: \nDay 1 – Friday Oct 30 – Meet at Cheyenne Bottoms Headquarters and check station\, (intersection of NE 60th Rd and NE 20 Ave)\, to search for owls. We’ll start about 6:00 p.m. and visit a nearby maintenance area in search of barn owls. Then a short drive to two nearby spots for a chance at both great horned owl and barred owl. \nDay 2 – Saturday Oct 31 – Meet at the Kansas Wetlands Education Center\, (592 NE K-156 Hwy) at 7:30 a.m. We’ll take the short drive to the Cheyenne bottoms east entrance and drive the loop to the other side\, stopping at various locations along the way to scan and scope. We’ll look for geese\, gulls\, grebes\, cranes\, waders\, shorebirds\, and waterfowl. There is a bathroom along the route which we’ll stop at before mid-morning. We’ll conclude this leg at the Cheyenne Bottoms campground for lunch which also has a bathroom. Noon – 1:00 p.m. (approx) From the campground\, we’ll drive to a nearby prairie dog town and scan for burrowing owls and raptors. 1:00 p.m. (approx) – We’ll return to the Kansas Wetlands Education Center\, and for those who are interested\, walk the nature trail. Otherwise\, our day will conclude by early to mid-afternoon. \nDay 3 – Sunday\, Nov 1 – Meet at 7:00 a.m. at the small unpaved parking area (38.201852\, -98.514717) just north of Wildlife Drive entrance at Quivira National Wildlife Refuge. Stop 1: Wildlife Drive – we anticipate seeing geese\, grebes\, gulls\, and waterfowl. This area will provide us our best chance to see Whooping and Sandhill Cranes. Afterwards\, we’ll make a pass along NE 170 Rd\, and depending on water conditions may spend time looking for shorebirds. We’ll also spend time looking for marsh sparrows and wrens before continuing on to Stop 2 – Migrants Mile. Stop 2: 11:30 a.m. (approx) Lunch break and Migrants Mile. We’ll stop for lunch and explore the recently renovated 1-mile trail for passerines and scan the pond for for diving ducks and grebes. \n 
URL:https://burroughs.org/volunteer-opportunities/field-trip-central-kansas-wetlands/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T150000
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Hillsdale Lake
DESCRIPTION:Join Topeka Audubon Society and Burroughs Audubon Society for a joint field trip to Hillsdale Reservoir on Saturday\, November 21. We will bird at various spots around the lake looking for waterfowl\, sparrows\, raptors\, and other cold weather visitors. If interested\, meet at the Hillsdale State Park office building at 8:30 a.m. Please contact Logan Smith at logmelsmith@gmail.com with any questions. See you there!
URL:https://burroughs.org/volunteer-opportunities/field-trip-hillsdale-lake-2/
LOCATION:Hillsdale State Park\, 26001 W. 255th St\, Paola\, KS\, 66071\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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