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Nature Virtual

Be a Better Birder at Forest Preserves of Cook County

January 29 @ 6:00 pm

Graphic for Be a Better Birder virtual bird program featuring Bird the Preserves branding and a bird icon on a bold background

Description

Be a Better Birder is a virtual, educational talk that explores how birds got their common and scientific names. Kids and adults can learn together about bird history and naming changes in a simple, engaging format. Online registration is required and the event is free.

Event cost:
Free

Event times:
6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29
Virtual event

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Age recommendation: Late Elementary (4-5), Parents only, Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago



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