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    DISCOVER MORE ABOUT MAGNIFICENT CREATURES OF FLIGHT

    News & Press | January 2011

    DISCOVER MORE ABOUT MAGNIFICENT CREATURES OF FLIGHT

    Posted: January 19, 2011
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    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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