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SUMMARY:Pineridge Banding Station
DESCRIPTION:Migration is a magical time of year! Join us for a unique opportunity to experience science in action and observe a wildlife biologist banding and collecting important scientific data on live\, migrating birds. The data collected gives us insight to many aspects of avian life history and can be used to inform conservation decisions. \nThis program is provided at no cost to participants due to generous support from donors\, but registration is required for all individuals and groups. Groups are limited to 15 people per one hour time slot. One hour programs are available Tuesday – Friday from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and Saturdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. (closed Sundays & Mondays). \nSchedule is weather permitting. Station is closed during precipitation or high winds\, and may close early during very hot weather and open later if very cold. \nClick here to register! \nParking closest to the Banding Station is at Maxwell Natural Area (3502 CR 42C Fort Collins\, CO). From there\, access to the Station requires a very short walk across a road\, then down and up a small hill on a packed dirt trail. Please note\, this location is not easily wheelchair accessible. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Stephanie Wheeler\, Education Manager\, at stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org or (970) 482-1707 x40
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/pineridge-banding-station-14/
LOCATION:Pineridge Banding Station\, 3502 CR 42C\, Fort Collins\, CO\, 80526
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Wheeler%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
DTSTAMP:20260415T040034
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SUMMARY:Pineridge Banding Station
DESCRIPTION:Migration is a magical time of year! Join us for a unique opportunity to experience science in action and observe a wildlife biologist banding and collecting important scientific data on live\, migrating birds. The data collected gives us insight to many aspects of avian life history and can be used to inform conservation decisions. \nThis program is provided at no cost to participants due to generous support from donors\, but registration is required for all individuals and groups. Groups are limited to 15 people per one hour time slot. One hour programs are available Tuesday – Friday from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and Saturdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. (closed Sundays & Mondays). \nSchedule is weather permitting. Station is closed during precipitation or high winds\, and may close early during very hot weather and open later if very cold. \nClick here to register! \nParking closest to the Banding Station is at Maxwell Natural Area (3502 CR 42C Fort Collins\, CO). From there\, access to the Station requires a very short walk across a road\, then down and up a small hill on a packed dirt trail. Please note\, this location is not easily wheelchair accessible. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Stephanie Wheeler\, Education Manager\, at stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org or (970) 482-1707 x40
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/pineridge-banding-station-15/
LOCATION:Pineridge Banding Station\, 3502 CR 42C\, Fort Collins\, CO\, 80526
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Wheeler%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T100000
DTSTAMP:20260415T040034
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UID:29160-1778313600-1778320800@www.birdconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Nebraska Bird Month - Birding Walk
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Nebraska Bird Month\, the Nebraska Birding Bowl\, and World Migratory Bird Day by going birding with Bird Conservancy of the Rockies at the Morrill Sandpits\, just south of Morrill\, NE! Did you know that western Nebraska is a fantastic place to see birds? Our unique and diverse habitats enable numerous bird species to thrive here year-round. \nWhether you are new to birds & birding or an avid birder\, we invite you to join this great opportunity to connect not only to birds but also to nature and other outdoor enthusiasts. \nBinoculars and field guides will be available to borrow. Registration limited to 15 people. This event is free\, but registration is required. Click here to register! \nOur community of practice is to be an organization that welcomes people of all backgrounds and abilities\, regardless of how one identifies\, to join in\, benefit from\, and contribute to our mission.
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/nebraska-bird-month-birding-walk/
LOCATION:Morril Sandpits\, Morrill\, NE
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Delanie Bruce%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:delanie.bruce@birdconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T040034
CREATED:20260331T143411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T143411Z
UID:29159-1778335200-1778342400@www.birdconservancy.org
SUMMARY:World Migratory Bird Day with Bird Conservancy
DESCRIPTION:Visit Bird Conservancy educators at the Scotts Bluff National Monument Visitor Center anytime during the afternoon to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day and chat about amazing migrating birds and birding in Nebraska. \nWe will have a table set up on the Scotts Bluff National Monument’s front lawn of the visitors center\, and we look forward to sharing our passion for birds with you! \nOur community of practice is to be an organization that welcomes people of all backgrounds and abilities\, regardless of how one identifies\, to join in\, benefit from\, and contribute to our mission.
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/world-migratory-bird-day-with-bird-conservancy/
LOCATION:Scotts Bluff National Monument\, 190276 Old Oregon Trail\, Gering\, NE\, 69341
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Delanie Bruce%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:delanie.bruce@birdconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260509T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T040034
CREATED:20260331T143226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T143226Z
UID:29158-1778346000-1778353200@www.birdconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Birding at the Bluff
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a pleasant early evening birding stroll around the vicinity of the Scotts Bluff National Monument Visitor Center to wrap up World Migratory Bird Day. Whether you are new to birding\, an avid birder\, or just want to get outdoors and enjoy some time with others\, everyone is welcome! \nWe will meet on the front lawn of the visitor’s center. Binoculars will be available to borrow. This event is free thanks to generous donors. \nOur community of practice is to be an organization that welcomes people of all backgrounds and abilities\, regardless of how one identifies\, to join in\, benefit from\, and contribute to our mission.
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/birding-at-the-bluff-3/
LOCATION:Scotts Bluff National Monument\, 190276 Old Oregon Trail\, Gering\, NE\, 69341
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Delanie Bruce%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:delanie.bruce@birdconservancy.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260517
DTSTAMP:20260415T040034
CREATED:20260120T200519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T200519Z
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SUMMARY:Pineridge Banding Station
DESCRIPTION:Migration is a magical time of year! Join us for a unique opportunity to experience science in action and observe a wildlife biologist banding and collecting important scientific data on live\, migrating birds. The data collected gives us insight to many aspects of avian life history and can be used to inform conservation decisions. \nThis program is provided at no cost to participants due to generous support from donors\, but registration is required for all individuals and groups. Groups are limited to 15 people per one hour time slot. One hour programs are available Tuesday – Friday from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and Saturdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. (closed Sundays & Mondays). \nSchedule is weather permitting. Station is closed during precipitation or high winds\, and may close early during very hot weather and open later if very cold. \nClick here to register! \nParking closest to the Banding Station is at Maxwell Natural Area (3502 CR 42C Fort Collins\, CO). From there\, access to the Station requires a very short walk across a road\, then down and up a small hill on a packed dirt trail. Please note\, this location is not easily wheelchair accessible. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Stephanie Wheeler\, Education Manager\, at stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org or (970) 482-1707 x40
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/pineridge-banding-station-16/
LOCATION:Pineridge Banding Station\, 3502 CR 42C\, Fort Collins\, CO\, 80526
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Wheeler%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T040034
CREATED:20260331T142903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T142903Z
UID:29156-1778698800-1778706000@www.birdconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Nebraska Nature Nerd Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Calling All Nature Nerds! Join us and Nebraska Game and Parks for the Statewide Nebraska Nature Nerd Trivia Night on Wednesday\, May 13! Test your nature knowledge and team up with fellow nature lovers (teams of up to 5) to compete for fun\, nerdy prizes awarded to the top three teams! \n**No registration required. This event is FREE\, but we encourage you to support your host brewery with a purchase.
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/nebraska-nature-nerd-trivia/
LOCATION:Flyover Brewing Company\, 1824 Broadway\, Scottsbluff\, NE\, 69361
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Delanie Bruce%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:delanie.bruce@birdconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T113000
DTSTAMP:20260415T040034
CREATED:20260407T144845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T144845Z
UID:29186-1778920200-1778931000@www.birdconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Ash Hollow Birdy Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the 1st Annual Ash Hollow Birdy Blitz! \nThe Birdy Blitz is an exciting event for you and the Lewellen community to visit Bird Conservancy’s new bird banding station at Ash Hollow State Historical Park! Enjoy expert-led visits at the banding station\, engage in birding around the pond\, and participate in bird-tastic scavenger hunts. This is your opportunity to learn more about Bird Conservancy and the vital work we do for bird conservation and education in Nebraska. Come for a little while or stay as long as you’d like! \nMay 16th is a free-park entry day for Nebraska Game & Parks Commission! No vehicle permit required\, enjoy lunch and afternoon activities on Ash Hollow after visiting us.
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/ash-hollow-birdy-blitz/
LOCATION:Ash Hollow State Historical Park\, 4265 Highway 26\, Lewellen\, NE\, 69147
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Delanie Bruce%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:delanie.bruce@birdconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T040034
CREATED:20260121T150933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T142726Z
UID:28956-1778952600-1778961600@www.birdconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Lory State Park Bird Walk - West Valley/Well Gulch Trail
DESCRIPTION:Come along on this hike of the Well Gulch Nature Trail to spot the early migrants passing through settling into the landscape. Interact with and meet other local birders in the community and see what other spring beauty Lory has to offer. Early blooms will brighten up the walk and shake off the winter. This will be an evening hike\, during which we might catch some Caprimulgids. Bird Conservancy will provide binoculars to those who need them. Whether new to birding\, or a seasoned birder\, participants of all experience levels are welcome! \nClick here to register! \nThe trail is a 1.7 mile loop with an ascent of 417 ft. It is graded as an easy trail that families and newer hikers could handle. Please dress for the weather and bring plenty of water and snacks. A headlamp or flashlight is also advised in case some of the trails are darker close to sunset. \nBird Conservancy is committed to making our events as accessible as possible\, if you require an accommodation or service to participate\, please contact Stephanie Wheeler at stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org. Our community of practice is to be an organization that welcomes people of all backgrounds\, beliefs\, colors and creeds to join in\, benefit from\, and contribute to our mission. We strive for inclusivity of all persons regardless of race\, color\, sex\, age\, national origin\, religion\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, or other status. \nPlease note\, a $10 Daily or Annual Colorado State Parks Pass is required for entry into the park at all times. \n 
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/lory-state-park-bird-walk-west-valley-well-gulch-trail/
LOCATION:Lory State Park\, 708 Lodgepole Dr\, Bellvue\, CO\, 80512
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Wheeler%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTSTAMP:20260415T040034
CREATED:20260120T200613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T200613Z
UID:28951-1779148800-1779580799@www.birdconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Pineridge Banding Station
DESCRIPTION:Migration is a magical time of year! Join us for a unique opportunity to experience science in action and observe a wildlife biologist banding and collecting important scientific data on live\, migrating birds. The data collected gives us insight to many aspects of avian life history and can be used to inform conservation decisions. \nThis program is provided at no cost to participants due to generous support from donors\, but registration is required for all individuals and groups. Groups are limited to 15 people per one hour time slot. One hour programs are available Tuesday – Friday from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and Saturdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. (closed Sundays & Mondays). \nSchedule is weather permitting. Station is closed during precipitation or high winds\, and may close early during very hot weather and open later if very cold. \nClick here to register! \nParking closest to the Banding Station is at Maxwell Natural Area (3502 CR 42C Fort Collins\, CO). From there\, access to the Station requires a very short walk across a road\, then down and up a small hill on a packed dirt trail. Please note\, this location is not easily wheelchair accessible. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Stephanie Wheeler\, Education Manager\, at stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org or (970) 482-1707 x40
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/pineridge-banding-station-17/
LOCATION:Pineridge Banding Station\, 3502 CR 42C\, Fort Collins\, CO\, 80526
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Wheeler%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T040034
CREATED:20260331T142637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T142637Z
UID:29155-1779213600-1779219000@www.birdconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Evening Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are new to birds & birding or an avid birder\, we invite you to join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies educators for a relaxing summer evening walk through Riverside Park\, as we look for birds along the North Platte River and within the YMCA Trails West Camp. \nThis is the perfect opportunity to connect with nature\, enjoy the outdoors\, and meet fellow bird and nature lovers. Come for a little while or stay as long as you’d like! \nRegistration is limited to 15 people. There is no cost to attend\, but registration is required. Click here to register! \nOur community of practice is to be an organization that welcomes people of all backgrounds and abilities\, regardless of how one identifies\, to join in\, benefit from\, and contribute to our mission.
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/evening-bird-walk-5/
LOCATION:YMCA Trails West Camp\, 1918 Beltline Hwy W.\, Scottsbluff\, NE\, 69363
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Delanie Bruce%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:delanie.bruce@birdconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260520T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T040034
CREATED:20260407T144546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T144546Z
UID:29184-1779300000-1779307200@www.birdconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Nature Music Bingo
DESCRIPTION:May’s music bingo will highlight anything and everything BIRD related! To celebrate Nebraska Bird Month\, we are excited to partner with Papa Moon Craft Ciders to bring you more Nature Music Bingo! \nWhat does Nature Music Bingo mean? There will be music with “bird” words in the song title and artists’ names\, OR actual calls from some of our local western Nebraska birds. You may hear meadowlark calls\, music from artists like Counting Crows! \nOur community of practice is to be an organization that welcomes people of all backgrounds and abilities\, regardless of how one identifies\, to join in\, benefit from\, and contribute to our mission.
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/nature-music-bingo-5/
LOCATION:Papa Moon HQ\, 3109 Ave B\, Scottsbluff\, NE\, 69361
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Delanie Bruce%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:delanie.bruce@birdconservancy.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20260415T040034
CREATED:20260120T200732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T200732Z
UID:28952-1779753600-1780185599@www.birdconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Pineridge Banding Station
DESCRIPTION:Migration is a magical time of year! Join us for a unique opportunity to experience science in action and observe a wildlife biologist banding and collecting important scientific data on live\, migrating birds. The data collected gives us insight to many aspects of avian life history and can be used to inform conservation decisions. \nThis program is provided at no cost to participants due to generous support from donors\, but registration is required for all individuals and groups. Groups are limited to 15 people per one hour time slot. One hour programs are available Tuesday – Friday from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and Saturdays from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. (closed Sundays & Mondays). \nSchedule is weather permitting. Station is closed during precipitation or high winds\, and may close early during very hot weather and open later if very cold. \nClick here to register! \nParking closest to the Banding Station is at Maxwell Natural Area (3502 CR 42C Fort Collins\, CO). From there\, access to the Station requires a very short walk across a road\, then down and up a small hill on a packed dirt trail. Please note\, this location is not easily wheelchair accessible. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Stephanie Wheeler\, Education Manager\, at stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org or (970) 482-1707 x40
URL:https://www.birdconservancy.org/event/pineridge-banding-station-18/
LOCATION:Pineridge Banding Station\, 3502 CR 42C\, Fort Collins\, CO\, 80526
CATEGORIES:Community Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Wheeler%2C Education Manager":MAILTO:stephanie.wheeler@birdconservancy.org
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