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Introduction to Bird-Watching

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Explore the fascinating world of bird-watching in the beautiful setting of Chicago. Learn the fundamentals of bird identification and observation techniques in this immersive class at the renowned Chicago Botanic Garden. Join us for an unforgettable bird-watching experience and discover the diverse avian species that call this area home.

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Basic Tree ID

  • All levels
  • 16 and older
  • $34
  • 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL
  • 2 hours & 30 minutes

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  • $34
  • Thornhill Shelter @ 4100 Illinois Rte 53, Lisle, IL 60532
  • 2 hours & 30 minutes
  • Venue: P-21
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What you'll learn in this nature tours class:

Learn to identify the common trees you see in local preserves or in your neighborhood.  Use characteristics such as leaves, bark, branches, flowers, and fruit to ID a tree. 

Learn to use keys and field guides. Walk the grounds of the Arboretum with an expert, who will point out key identifiers of common trees. See and understand your natural surroundings in a new way.

    Notes: Held indoors and outdoors.

    School Notes: The registrars office is the one who confirms registrations ([email protected]). They respond to emails Monday through Friday between 8:30 and 4pm. If a student registers through Coursehorse on Friday evening for a Saturday class, we will not have a way to confirm them.

    Refund Policy

    Refund requests must be submitted to the registrar by email ([email protected]) or by phone (630-719-2468) one full business day prior to the program start date. 

    Fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable within 24 hours the program’s start date. The Morton Arboretum cannot refund fees requested on or after the start date of a program or for sessions missed due to student illness or other personal situations. 

    Students will be issued a full refund in the event that The Morton Arboretum cancels a class for any reason.

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    The Morton Arboretum

    When Joy Morton established The Morton Arboretum in 1922, he envisioned a “great outdoor museum” of trees. Today, our living collections inspire visitors to appreciate, learn about, plant, and protect trees. The Arboretum champions the world's trees through plant collections, science and conservation,...

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