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SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Barnett\, Elizabeth and Cranna lakes – Lacombe \nMeet: Burman University Physical Education Centre parking lot \nWhen: November 9\, 2024 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-165/
LOCATION:Burman University Admin. Building Auditorium\, 6730 University Drive\,  Lacombe\, AB\, T4L 2E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241116T130000
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SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Barrett\, Coronation and Gaetz Park Trails \nMeet: Rotary Park parking lot\, and we’ll walk East and North from there. For those that want to walk the full distance 3.5 kms\, we’ll finish at the stairs/landing at 45 Avenue and 59 Street. People can arrange for a shuttle or pick-up there\, or simply return along the reverse route. \nWhen: November 16\, 2024 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. May be longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \nRotary Park
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-166/
LOCATION:Rotary Park\, 4837 43 Street\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20240902T215147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T215147Z
UID:13408-1732356000-1732366800@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Bower Woods \nMeet: In the green space across from 37 Selkirk Boulevard \nWhen: November 23\, 2024 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \nBower Woods
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-167/
LOCATION:Bower Woods\, Selkirk Boulevard\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20241104T013257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T013257Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: McKenzie Trails Recreation Area \nMeet: In the main parking lot near the shelter \nWhen: November 30\, 2024 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-168/
LOCATION:McKenzie Trails\, McKenzie Trails Red Deer\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20241104T013902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T013902Z
UID:13620-1733565600-1733576400@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: River Bend Golf & Recreation Area – Perimeter Trail \nMeet: In the main parking lot \nWhen: December 7\, 2024 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-169/
LOCATION:River Bend Golf and Recreation Area\, 3800 River Bend Drive\, Red Deeer\, Alberta\, T4P 0Y4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20241104T014407Z
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UID:13623-1734170400-1734184800@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Gaetz Lake Migratory Bird Sanctuary \nMeet: Inside the Kerry Wood Nature Centre \nWhen: December 14\, 2024 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen  \nThis will be our last scheduled walk for the season. Coffee and treats to follow (about 1:00 p.m.) at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre. We’ll use this opportunity to debrief our season\, so even if you can’t make the walk\, try and come out to enjoy the group and to share your feedback and ideas/suggestions for next year. \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-170/
LOCATION:Gaetz Lakes Migratory Bird Sanctuary\, gaetz lake mirgratory bird sanctuary\, red deer\, alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250309T234045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T234045Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk Field Trip\n\n\nHost: Chris OlsenLocation: Carburn Park\, 67 Riverview Drive SE Calgary\, AlbertaCarburn Park is a large natural area park nestled along the Bow River. It features two man-made ponds\, a regional pathway and numerous\, wildlife and waterfowl to experience.Meet: In the main parking lot at Carburn Park.When: March 22\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.\n\n\nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome!\n\n\nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Wear layers and sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Carry water and an energy snack. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues.\n\n\n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \n\nCarburn Park site information and link to site map\n\n\n\n\n\nCarburn Park Driving Map
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-field-trip-16/
LOCATION:Carburn Park\, 67 Riverview Drive SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250329T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250310T000128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T000128Z
UID:13877-1743242400-1743253200@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: River Bend Golf & Recreation Area – Perimeter Trail \nMeet: In the main parking lot \nWhen: March 29\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \nRiver Bend Golf & Recreation Area
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-171/
LOCATION:River Bend Golf & Recreation Area\, 3800 River Bend Drive\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, T4P 0Y4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250310T001920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T001920Z
UID:13880-1743847200-1743858000@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Gaetz Lake Migratory Bird Sanctuary \nMeet: Inside the Kerry Wood Nature Centre 6300 – 45 Avenue Red Deer\, AB T4N 3M4 \nWhen: April 5\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen  \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-172/
LOCATION:Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Avenue\, Red Deer\, AB\, T4N 3M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250412T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250310T003430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T003430Z
UID:13883-1744452000-1744462800@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: McKenzie Trails Recreation Area to River Bend Golf & Recreation Area \nMeet: In the main parking lot at McKenzie Trails near the shelter. Arrange your own shuttle from River Bend or return to McKenzie Trails. \nWhen: April 12\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-173/
LOCATION:McKenzie Trails\, McKenzie Trails Red Deer\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250310T004248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T004248Z
UID:13886-1745056800-1745067600@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Maskepetoon Park – located in the subdivision of Oriole Park West. \nMeet: In the fitness park parking lot of Kerry Wood Drive/Oak Drive. Parking lot is on the west side of Kerry Wood Drive/Oak Drive. \nWhen: April 19\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by conditions. Carry rain gear and a hat as required. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-174/
LOCATION:Maskepetoon Park\, Maskepetoon Park\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250426T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250426T080000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250316T223657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T223735Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Our Host Chris Olsen has booked the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk to join the Wainwright Wildlife Society (WWS) in their annual Sharp-tailed Grouse Tour on April 26\, 2025.  WWS set comfortable blinds on a lek site. The birds come in the pre-dawn to display to potential mates\, and it is truly amazing to witness the strutting\, posturing\, rattling and even aggression in the dawn light. Dancing at this very site was recently filmed and shown on the Nature of Things. Go to CBC GEM and search the Nature of Things; look for a 3-part documentary titled the ‘Secret World of Sound’. The segment that includes Sharp-tailed Grouse on this lek is in part 2\, ‘Love and Rivals’.  \nPre-registration is required contact olsencdel@gmail.com to participate. Deadline for registering is April 5\, 2025. Chris has reserved 15 seats for $35 adults\, $15 students (cash) to support the WWS – bring exact change. We are full but you can be added to a waitlist. This outing will meet at a parking lot (tba) in Wainwright and depart for the lek at 4:00 a.m. sharp. Plan to be in the blinds until about 8:00 a.m.\, dress in warm layers\, and bring a hot thermos and a snack. If you are unfamiliar with this spectacle\, you will be amazed! If you wish to attend on your own on a different date the WWS runs this Sharp-tailed Grouse Watch from mid April to mid May. See www.facebook.com/WainwrightWildlifeSociety for details and more information about the tour. \nThe Tofield Snow Goose Festival also runs the weekend of April 26-27\, 2025\, based on offerings of years’ past\, there is a ‘bird festival’ site in the Town and guided bus excursions with a biologist or interpreter to area wetlands. You can expect to see very large aggregations of Snow Geese and other migrating waterfowl and shore birds. Two or three hour bus tour options\, tickets go on sale March 4\, 2025. You can pre-register to reserve your seat! Visit www.snowgoosefestival.ca for more information. It may be something you may want to do after the Sharp-tailed Grouse watch\, or the next day\, depending on travel logistics. \n Photo by Chris Olsen
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-field-trip-2/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250317T004103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T004103Z
UID:13895-1746266400-1746277200@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Heritage Ranch\, meet in the first parking lot past the entrance. \nWhen: May 3\, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-175/
LOCATION:Heritage Ranch\, 6300 Cronquist Drive\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250510T133000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250317T004732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T004732Z
UID:13898-1746871200-1746883800@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Raven Brood Trout Station \nDirections: 54034 Twp Rd 36-0. From Hwy 54\, go south on Hwy 22 approximately 5 km\, turn west onto Twp Rd 36-0. Turn right at the first fork. \nMeet: Park by the picnic shelter. \nWhen: May 10\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Maybe longer.\n \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. \nBring your binoculars\,* camera/phone\, bug spray and sunscreen. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Carry water and an energy snack. Wear sturdy hiking footwear\, dress in layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-field-trip-3/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250317T011555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T011555Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Alix Lake Nature Trail  \nMeet: Alix Lake Campground \nWhen: May 17\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water\, energy snack\, bug spray and sunscreen. Wear sturdy hiking footwear\, dress in layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-field-trip-4/
LOCATION:Alix Lake Campground\, Alix Lake\, Alix\, Alberta\, T0C 0B0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250531T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250317T015716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T015716Z
UID:13904-1748685600-1748696400@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Kuhnen Park https://www.lacombecounty.com/index.php/parks-and-trails or  https://birdingtrailsalberta.com/central-alberta-east/kuhnen-park-2/ \nWhen: May 31\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars*\, camera/phone\, bug spray and sunscreen. Wear sturdy hiking footwear\, some trails are on rough terrain. Carry water and an energy snack. Wear layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first serve) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-field-trip-5/
LOCATION:Kuhnen Park
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250607T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250317T024043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T024043Z
UID:13907-1749290400-1749301200@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: River Bend Golf & Recreation Area – Upper Trail \nMeet: In the main parking lot \nWhen: June 7\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars*\, camera/phone\, bug spray and sunscreen. Carry water and an energy snack. Wear sturdy hiking footwear\, some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Wear layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first serve) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \nRiver Bend Golf & Recreation Area
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-176/
LOCATION:River Bend Golf & Recreation Area\, 3800 River Bend Drive\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, T4P 0Y4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250614T180000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250423T032106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T032106Z
UID:14047-1749895200-1749924000@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Field Trip \nLocation: Medicine Lake Provincial Recreation Area (north of Rocky Mountain House on Hwy 22) see map\, best to use a mapping app on your phone as a guide if you have one. Cell phone service is poor at the campground\, but probably text msgs. will get through. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nWhen: June 14\, 2025 bird walk from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and paddling from 3:00 p.m. onward. \nMeet: Day use area/boat launch for both the birding walk and paddling. We may shuttle from there for the walk\, or simply hike back to the trail head. We’ll paddle the lake counter-clockwise\, and so people that want a short outing can see ‘water lily bay’ and do a short loop (about 2 kms) back to the launch. Those that are up for a longer paddle can continue along the far shore for as long as they like\, and eventually we’ll explore the mouth of the Medicine River and loop back to the boat launch (about 4 hrs). \nWhile Medicine Lake Rec. Area can be booked\, there are two non-reservable sites in each loop\, and those are usually available to access on-site if you are interested in camping\, first come first served. Chris will be camping June 13th to 15th\, \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learn from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars\,* camera/phone\, bug spray and sunscreen. Wear sturdy hiking footwear. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Carry water and an energy snack. Wear layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-field-trip-6/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250628T133000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250423T041210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T204541Z
UID:14054-1751104800-1751117400@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Field Trip \nLocation: Radar Hill – see Alberta Discover Guide – https://www.albertadiscoverguide.com/site.cfm?grid=E3&number=12 \nMeet: End of RR 260 – This 480-acre site is approximately 14 km SE of Red Deer. To access the site\, travel 16 km E of Red Deer on Highway 595\, then S 4.8 km on RR 260. \nWhen: June 28\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May be longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learn from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars*\, camera/phone\, bug spray and sunscreen. Wear sturdy hiking footwear. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Carry water and an energy snack. Wear layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first serve) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-field-trip-8/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250906T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250829T042719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T205900Z
UID:14111-1757152800-1757163600@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk\n\n\nLocation: Alix Lake Nature Trail\n\n\nMeet: Alix Lake Campground\n\n\nWhen: September 6\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.\n\n\nHost: Chris Olsen\n\n\nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome!\n\n\nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water\, energy snack\, bug spray and sunscreen. Wear sturdy hiking footwear\, dress in layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. We now have a spotting scope and tripod. This will be a real asset for this event.\n\n\n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first considered) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-field-trip-9/
LOCATION:Alix Lake Campground\, Alix Lake\, Alix\, Alberta\, T0C 0B0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250829T053717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T205957Z
UID:14114-1757757600-1757782800@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Field Trip \nLocation: Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park – The Dry Island Buffalo Jump outing is a full day outing. We meet at the day use area at 10:00 a.m.\, and we will set our route from there depending on moisture conditions. Note\, that the full walk leads around and back over the ‘Island’. It as an ‘intermediate’ hike\, and there will certainly be rough and steep portions. Wear good hikers and bring poles if you use them. The hike will take about 5 hours from the day use area\, so allow 6 hours overall (lunch and water along). If some people are hesitant about the steeper portions\, they can join us for the early stages along the river and then circle back to return by those same trails (the first 2-3 km). \nWhen: September 13\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars*\, camera/phone\, bug spray and sunscreen. Carry water and an energy snack. Wear layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \nRDRN has purchased a spotting scope and tripod. This will be a real asset for outings\, where long distance observations are a challenge. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first considered) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \nDry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-field-trip-17/
LOCATION:Dry Island Buffalo Jump Prov. Park\, Perbeck\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250915T214822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T214822Z
UID:14142-1758362400-1758373200@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Heritage Ranch Trails\, meet in the first parking lot past the entrance. \nWhen: September 20\, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars*\, camera/phone\, bug spray and sunscreen. Wear sturdy hiking footwear\, some trails are on rough terrain. Carry water and an energy snack. Wear layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first considered) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-177/
LOCATION:Heritage Ranch\, 6300 Cronquist Drive\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250915T220828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212058Z
UID:14147-1758967200-1758978000@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:With apologies\, we’ve had some email feedback that Flemming Slough is dry\, and based on a recent view from the QE II Highway\, Slack Slough is very low too. Cootie Pond is dry as well.With all of that\, we will cancel the Slacker’s Tour\, and replace it. We had a pretty good walk at ‘the Lakes of Lacombe’ last year and if the water is also low there we can make do with the forest trails.\n\n\n\nSO OF NOTE THE SLACKER’S TOUR IS CANCELLED AND REPLACED WITH A WALK AT THE LAKES OF LACOMBE.\n\n\n\n\n\nYou are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk\n\n\nLocation: Barnett\, Elizabeth and Cranna lakes – Lacombe\n\n\nMeet: Burman University Physical Education Centre parking lot\n\n\nWhen: September 27\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer.\n\n\nHost: Chris Olsen\n\n\nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome!\n\n\nBring your binoculars*\, camera/phone\, bug spray and sunscreen. Wear sturdy hiking footwear\, some trails are on rough terrain. Carry water and an energy snack. Wear layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. RDRN has purchased a spotting scope and tripod. This will be a real asset for long distance observations.\n\n\n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first considered) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-178/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251004T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250915T224241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T224241Z
UID:14152-1759572000-1759582800@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Nova Chemicals Community Nature Trail \nMeet: Before you visit you can get a detailed map showing how to get there\, and learn more about the area and visitor guidelines: https://www.novachem.com/wp-content/uploads/Legacy-fact-sheet-1.pdf \nThe Community Nature Trail is located within easy driving distance of many Central Alberta communities: just southwest of the Hamlet of Joffre on Township Rd 390. Directions from Red Deer\, travel east on Highway 11 and turn left onto highway 815. Proceed to Range Road 390 and turn left. It’s a short distance and you will see a sign.  \nWhen: October 4\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water\, energy snack and bear spray. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Dress in layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first considered) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \nNova Chemicals Community Nature Trail
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-field-trip-18/
LOCATION:Nova Chemicals Community Nature Trail\, Nova Chemicals Community Nature Trail\, County of Lacombe\, Alberta\, T0C 0Y0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250915T225545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T225545Z
UID:14155-1760176800-1760187600@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Maskepetoon Park – located in the subdivision of Oriole Park West. \nMeet: In the fitness park parking lot of Kerry Wood Drive/Oak Drive. Parking lot is on the west side of Kerry Wood Drive/Oak Drive. \nWhen: October 11\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by conditions. Carry rain gear and a hat as required. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. RDRN has purchased a spotting scope and tripod. This will be a real asset for long distance observations. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first considered) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-179/
LOCATION:Maskepetoon Park\, Maskepetoon Park\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251018T140000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250915T230503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T230503Z
UID:14159-1760781600-1760796000@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk Field Trip \nLocation: Crimson Lake Provincial Park – Amerada trail follows the lake perimeter for about 10 km. Bring your own lunch for a break at about the mid-point\, and plan for about 4 hours of walking. \nMeet: At the main parking lot \nWhen: October 18\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water\, energy snack\, bear spray\, rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. RDRN has purchased a spotting scope and tripod. This will be a real asset for long distance observations. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first considered) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \nCrimson Lake Provincial Park \nCrimson Lake Provincial Park
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-field-trip-19/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251025T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250916T015622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T015622Z
UID:14162-1761386400-1761397200@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: River Bend Golf & Recreation Area – Upper Trail \nMeet: In the main parking lot \nWhen: October 25\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water\, energy snack\, rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first considered) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \nRiver Bend Golf & Recreation Area \nRiver Bend Golf & Recreation Area
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-180/
LOCATION:River Bend Golf & Recreation Area\, 3800 River Bend Drive\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, T4P 0Y4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250916T021625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T021625Z
UID:14165-1761991200-1762002000@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Dickson Point Trout Pond \nMeet: South of Dickson for 4.1 kilometres on Range Road 31. Located on Gleniffer Lake Reservoir. \nWhen: November 1\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water\, energy snack and bear spray. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. RDRN has purchased a spotting scope and tripod. This will be a real asset for long distance observations. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first considered) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \nDickson Point Trout Pond
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-field-trip-20/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250917T032537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T032537Z
UID:14168-1762596000-1762606800@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: J. J. Collett Provincial Natural Area – located in rural central Alberta near the hamlet of Morningside consists of 635 acres of Aspen Parkland underlain by ancient sand dunes. https://birdingtrailsalberta.com/central-alberta-east/j-j-collett-natural-area/ \nMeet: In the parking lot at the entrance. \nWhen: November 8\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learn from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars\,* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Wear layers and sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant with ice cleats as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first considered) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-field-trip-21/
LOCATION:J. J. Collette Natural Area\, H956+42 Morningside\, Alberta\, Lacombe County\, Alberta\, T4L 2N4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260521T155617
CREATED:20250917T035538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T035538Z
UID:14172-1763200800-1763211600@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Barrett\, Coronation and Gaetz Park Trails \nMeet: Rotary Park parking lot\, and we’ll walk East and North from there. For those that want to walk the full distance 3.5 kms\, we’ll finish at the stairs/landing at 45 Avenue and 59 Street. People can arrange for a shuttle or pick-up there\, or simply return along the reverse route. \nWhen: November 15\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. May be longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \nRotary Park
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-181/
LOCATION:Rotary Park\, 4837 43 Street\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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