Trip leaders:
Doug Reitz & Charlotte Pavelka (847) 347-8416
Donna Kenski (847) 347–3474
Matt Tobin (847) 951-1483
Time: 7:00, 7:15 or 7:30 am. Please choose available time slot at registration.
Walk will last around 2.5 - 3 hours
Each group will be capped at 12 participants.
A waitlist will be added if needed
Ryerson is a very special place with exceptional natural areas leading to its dedication as an Illinois Nature Preserve. The combination of savannas, wetlands and deep mature woodlands along the Des Plaines River attracts a high number of migratory birds (and birders) in the spring. Did you know that 34 species of warblers, 6 vireos, 5 thrushes and many more migrants have been historically recorded at this preserve? This is the place in Lake County to be in the spring to see both tropical migrants plus our resident species including red-headed and pileated woodpeckers.
Directions and parking instructions are given in the registration link.
Spotlight Link: Planning on visiting on your own? Here’s the link: Ryerson Area Description & Map