FOR IMMEDIATE
RELEASE:
JANUARY 19, 2011
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
BOB ROTATORI - 216-635-3263 -or-
KAREN FREEDMAN - 216-635-3253
Cleveland Metroparks celebrates the majesty of a variety of
wild-winged species this February at the following free,
bird-related programs:
Sunday Bird Walk
Sunday, February 6 � 9 - 11 a.m.
North Chagrin Nature Center � North Chagrin
Reservation
The increase in daylight brings an increase in bird activity.
February brings the nesting of owls and some early territory
displays by cardinals. Search for these behaviors and maybe even
some early southern migrants on this 2-mile journey. North Chagrin
Nature Center is located off Buttermilk Falls Parkway, off the
Sunset Lane entrance of North Chagrin Reservation, off SOM Center
Road/Route 91 in Mayfield Village. For more information, call
440-473-3370.
Urban Bird Count
Sunday, February 6 � 2 - 3 p.m.
Garfield Park Nature Center � Garfield Park
Reservation
Do you love birds? If so, come help document the birds that live
in an urban setting. The results of the study will be sent to
Cornell University as part of their national study of what species
thrive in urban settings. All are welcome. Bring binoculars and
dress for the weather. Garfield Park Nature Center is located off
Mill Creek Lane, off the Broadway Avenue entrance of Garfield Park
Reservation in Garfield Heights. For more information, call
216-341-3152.
Winter Warriors of West Creek
Monday, February 7 � 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
West Creek Reservation
Join Naturalist Jen Brumfield on a quiet winter hike through the
crisp fields and forests of West Creek Reservation. Be on the
lookout for resident birds, like titmice, juncos and bluebirds,
that are toughing out the season here in Parma's �big backyard.�
Binoculars recommended. West Creek Reservation's main entrance is
located off West Ridgewood Drive, between State and Broadview roads
in Parma. For more information, call
216-341-9225.
Birds and Coffee
Sunday, February 13 � 9 - 10 a.m.
North Chagrin Nature Center's Nature Education Building �
North Chagrin Reservation
Enjoy birds visiting the feeders while sipping on hot coffee.
Learn how to attract birds to your own backyard and behaviors of
the birds that are being observed. This is a great opportunity to
have bird questions answered. Registration, beginning February 1,
is required and space is limited. NorthChagrinNatureCenter's
NatureEducationBuilding is located behind the nature center, off
Buttermilk Falls Parkway, off the Sunset Lane entrance of North
Chagrin Reservation, off SOM Center Road/Route 91 in
MayfieldVillage For more information and to register, call
440-473-3370.
Bird Banding at Rocky RiverNatureCenter
Sundays, February 13 & 27 � 9:30 a.m. - noon
Rocky River Nature Center � Rocky River Reservation
Better than binoculars, see intricate details of birds while
watching the capture, banding and release of birds from the feeder.
Learn about bird banding, an essential tool for learning about our
feathered friends. Program will be cancelled if raining. Drop in
anytime between 9:30 a.m. and noon. Rocky River Nature Center is
located at 24000 Valley Parkway in Rocky River Reservation, north
of Cedar Point Road in North Olmsted. For more information, call
440-734-6660.
Great Backyard Bird Count
Friday, February 18 - Monday, February 21 � 9:30 a.m. - 4:30
p.m., daily
CanalWay Center � Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation
Stop by CanalWay Center anytime to help count backyard birds.
People across the continent will be counting birds at their
feeders. The list of birds visitors might see, field guides and
some binoculars to use will be available. CanalWay Center is
located on Whittlesey Way, off the East 49th Street
entrance of Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation, between Grant Avenue
and Canal Road in Cuyahoga Heights. For more information, call
216-206-1000.
Coffee with the Birds
Sunday, February 19 � 9 - 10 a.m.
Rocky River Nature Center � Rocky River Reservation
Bird watching is fun, interesting and enjoyable. Adults and
teens are invited to Rocky River Nature Center for a relaxing hour
to see which birds arrive at the nature center's bird feeders.
Bring a coffee mug! Registration is required. Rocky River Nature
Center is located at 24000 Valley Parkway in Rocky River
Reservation, north of Cedar Point Road in North Olmsted. For more
information and to register, call
440-734-6660.
Bird or Bust: Erie Gulls &Waterfowl
Monday, February 28 � 9:30 a.m. - noon
Join avid birder Naturalist Jen Brumfield on a quest to see rare
Arctic gulls that visit the tundra-esque Cleveland lakefront in
winter. Hopefully the ice shelf will have pushed these gulls and
waterfowl towards the shore for a morning of intense field study.
Dress extremely warm. Binoculars required. Spotting scope
recommended. Space is limited. Registration is required. Complete
program details will be given upon registration. For more
information and to register, call 216-341-9225.
Experience the world of birds this February with
Cleveland Metroparks - part of your life,
naturally.
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