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Winter Bird Walk at Trailside Museum of Natural History

February 22 @ 8:00 am

Location

Trailside Museum of Natural History

738 Thatcher Ave.

River Forest, IL 60305

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Description

Join Trailside Museum of Natural History for a casual bird walk to observe the resident birds and their behavior. All birding levels welcome. Binoculars available.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 8 a.m. Feb. 22, 2025

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 708-366-6530

Website: https://fpdcc.com/event/winter-bird-walk-2/

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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