FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
BOB ROTATORI - 216-635-3263 -or-
HOLLY KECK - 216-635-3253
March heralds the beginning of spring. The days warm gradually which signal birds to stir and become more active. The frenzy of spring bird migration also begins.
In March, Cleveland Metroparks offers several, free bird walks and programs for novice and seasoned birders, alike.
The bird programs offered in March include:
Sunday Bird Walk
Sunday, March 10 � 9 - 11 a.m.
North Chagrin Nature Center � North Chagrin Reservation
Song sparrows singing, cardinals a-calling and buzzards returning can only mean one thing: spring is on its way! Bring the family for an easy, 2-mile bird walk and enjoy the beginning of bird migration and those already setting up territories. Some binoculars are available for loan. 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.
Birds And Coffee
Saturday, March 16 � 9 - 10 a.m.
North Chagrin Nature Center's Nature Education Building � North Chagrin Reservation
Practice bird identification while enjoying a hot cup of coffee. Observe cardinals, chickadees, woodpeckers and more through one-way glass at the Nature Education Building's bird feeding garden. Registration is required. North Chagrin Nature Center's Nature Education Building 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 Mayfield Village. For more information, call 440-473-3370. For registration, go to clevelandmetroparks.com.
Monthly Morning With The Birds
Saturday, March 16 � 9 a.m. - noon
Rocky River Nature Center parking lot � Rocky River Reservation
Meet Naturalist Ken Gober for this month's 1.75-mile hike to survey bird activity near Rocky River Nature Center. Afterwards, warm up with a cup of hot cocoa. Bring binoculars and bird guide if available. 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.
Spring Bird Primer: Woodland and Waterfowl
Monday, March 18 � 7 - 8 p.m.
Look About Lodge � South Chagrin Reservation
Prepare for the upcoming frenzy of spring bird migration! Review field identification and songs of non-warbler woodland birds and waterfowl. Look About Lodge is located at 37374 Miles Road in South Chagrin Reservation, between SOM Center Road/Route 91 and Chagrin River Road in Bentleyville. For more information, call 440-247-7075.
Woodlands of Bedford: Bird Watching
Saturday, March 23 � 7:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Hemlock Creek Picnic Area � Bedford Reservation
Volunteer Naturalist Fred Losi leads a fairly easy 3-mile hike along Tinker's Creek and through Circle Emerald Field. Enjoy the beauty of early spring and seek out early migrating birds. Beginners are welcome and some binoculars are available for loan. Hemlock Creek Picnic Area is located off Button Road in Bedford Reservation, just east of Dunham Road in Walton Hills. For more information, call 216-341-3152.
Spring Bird Primer: Warblers and Vireos
Monday, March 25 � 7 - 8 p.m.
Look About Lodge � South Chagrin Reservation
The frenzy of spring bird migration will be here soon. Review identification and songs of these colorful spring migrants and vireos. Look About Lodge is located at 37374 Miles Road in South Chagrin Reservation, between SOM Center Road/Route 91 and Chagrin River Road in Bentleyville. For more information, call 440-247-7075.
Enjoy spring bird walks and programs with Cleveland Metroparks - part of your life, naturally!
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