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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
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SUMMARY:Waterfords Flats Closed June 15 -July 15
DESCRIPTION:Waterfords Flats Closed June 15 -July 15
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/waterfords-flats-closed-june-1-july-31/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T123000
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SUMMARY:Tern Raft in Worcester County
DESCRIPTION:oyal\, Common\, Forster’s\, and maybe other terns\, Black Skimmers\, pelicans and much more. \nThere is a fee for the boat ride of $100 which includes the tip. The fee will need to be paid in advance to secure your reservation. There is a limit of 25 people. We will set up a carpool location in Howard County for those who wish to carpool. \nEveryone will meet at the West Ocean City Harbor.  There is plenty of free parking there.  Then\, a boat ride south down to South Point and then the tern raft.   That takes around an hour to ride down\, we will pass the flats near Castaways\, a great birding spot\, and along the waterway between Assateague and South Point.  When we ride out to the Tern raft\, we generally will not stay more than 30 minutes in order to protect the chicks and be sure everyone is fed\, etc.  We can get pretty close\, but they won’t want us there too long.   \nWe can add a lunch too by Assateague Outfitters if you choose as well.  They can meet us at South Point Boat ramp and we can eat the boxed lunches for the ride back.  They have a good assortment of options that we could send out prior.  If you don’t want that option\, that is fine too.  Generally\, the cost is around $20 with tip per lunch which offers a sandwich\, chips\, water\, and a big cookie.   \nTo reserve a spot\, contact Joe Hanfman at auk1844@gmail.com You will then receive details of how to pay for the boat. \n\nSuitable for less experienced birders.\nReservations required.
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/tern-raft-in-worcester-county/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T113000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20260522T230427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T011919Z
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SUMMARY:Visit to  Cliff Swallow Colony on Stephens Road.
DESCRIPTION:Park along South Eternal Rings Drive off of Stephens Road\, near intersection with Ironleaf Trail (39.13242998020882\, -76.84676592393559).\nCancelled in case of rain. Good for beginning\, as well as more experienced\, birders. Great potential for photographs. Easy walking on sidewalks and powerline gravel roads; stout shoes advised; less than 0.5 mile.\nA rare opportunity to visit an eye-level colony and see a variety of other powerline species. Learn some fascinating aspects of this handsome species’ life history along with information about its expansion within Howard County.\nContact leader Sue Muller to sign up:  howard@mdbirds.org
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/visit-cliff-swallow-colony-on-stephens-road/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T123000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20260510T140744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T142238Z
UID:46378-1781947800-1781958600@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Butterfly Class and Walk
DESCRIPTION:Class at 9:30 a.m.\, walk at 11:00 a.m. \nJoin experts from the Howard County Bird Club for a morning all about butterflies! Start indoors with a beginner-friendly butterfly identification class covering key features\, common local species\, and simple techniques to help you recognize butterflies in the field. Then participate in a guided walk around our Mt. Pleasant trails and gardens to apply the butterfly identification tips and tricks you just learned about. Our native plant and pollinator gardens are bursting with flowers that attract butterflies for you to observe. \nDetails:  \n\nPlease remember to dress for the weather and bring your reusable water bottle.\nThis is beginning level walk for adults and interested children over 8 years old (accompanied by an adult).\nThough dogs on leash are permitted on our grounds\, please refrain from bringing your pet on this hike.\n\nFree / Space limited \nRegister at Howard Nature (not yet posted)
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/butterfly-class-and-walk/
LOCATION:Howard County Conservancy at Mount Pleasant\, 10520 Old Frederick Rd\, Woodstock\, MD\, 21163
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T093000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20260122T011240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T022759Z
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SUMMARY:Font Hill Wetland Park
DESCRIPTION:Park on the street at the Font Hill Dr. entrance (3520 Font Hill Dr.).\nNo facilities. Limit 10 people. Register with the tour leader Lily Saul\, ljsaul604@gmail.com \n\nGood for beginning birders\nHandicapped accessible
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/font-hill-wetland-park-2/
LOCATION:Font Hill Wetland Park\, 3520 Font Hill Drive\, Ellicott City\, MD\, 21042\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T123000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20260510T141040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T142844Z
UID:46380-1783420200-1783427400@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk
DESCRIPTION:Participate in a guided walk around our Mt. Pleasant trails and gardens to apply the butterfly identification tips and tricks you just learned about. Our native plant and pollinator gardens are bursting with flowers that attract butterflies for you to observe. \nDetails:  \n\nPlease remember to dress for the weather and bring your reusable water bottle.\nThis is beginning level walk for adults and interested children over 8 years old (accompanied by an adult).\nThough dogs on leash are permitted on our grounds\, please refrain from bringing your pet on this hike.\n\nFree / Space limited \nRegister at Howard Nature
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/butterfly-walk/
LOCATION:Howard County Conservancy at Mount Pleasant\, 10520 Old Frederick Rd\, Woodstock\, MD\, 21163
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T093000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20260403T194501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T220736Z
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SUMMARY:Meadowbrook Park
DESCRIPTION:Facilities available \nLimit 10 people. Register with the trip leader Lily Saul\, ljsaul604@gmail.com \n\nSuitable for less experienced birders.\nReservations required.
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/meadowbrook/
LOCATION:Meadowbook Park\, 5001 Meadowbrook Lane\, Ellicott City\, MD\, 21043\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T093000
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CREATED:20260510T141335Z
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Class and Walk
DESCRIPTION:Class at 9:30 a.m.\, walk at 11:00 a.m. \nJoin experts from the Howard County Bird Club for a morning all about butterflies! Start indoors with a beginner-friendly butterfly identification class covering key features\, common local species\, and simple techniques to help you recognize butterflies in the field. Then participate in a guided walk around our Mt. Pleasant trails and gardens to apply the butterfly identification tips and tricks you just learned about. Our native plant and pollinator gardens are bursting with flowers that attract butterflies for you to observe. \nDetails:  \n\nPlease remember to dress for the weather and bring your reusable water bottle.\nThis is beginning level walk for adults and interested children over 8 years old (accompanied by an adult).\nThough dogs on leash are permitted on our grounds\, please refrain from bringing your pet on this hike.\n\nFree / Space limited \nRegister at Howard Nature
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/butterfly-class-and-walk-2/
LOCATION:Howard County Conservancy at Mount Pleasant\, 10520 Old Frederick Rd\, Woodstock\, MD\, 21163
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T123000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20260510T141528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T141559Z
UID:46384-1785839400-1785846600@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk
DESCRIPTION:Participate in a guided walk around our Mt. Pleasant trails and gardens to apply the butterfly identification tips and tricks you just learned about. Our native plant and pollinator gardens are bursting with flowers that attract butterflies for you to observe. \nDetails:  \n\nPlease remember to dress for the weather and bring your reusable water bottle.\nThis is beginning level walk for adults and interested children over 8 years old (accompanied by an adult).\nThough dogs on leash are permitted on our grounds\, please refrain from bringing your pet on this hike.\n\nFree / Space limited \nRegister at Howard Nature
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/butterfly-walk-2/
LOCATION:Howard County Conservancy at Mount Pleasant\, 10520 Old Frederick Rd\, Woodstock\, MD\, 21163
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T123000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20260510T141754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T141754Z
UID:46386-1787391000-1787401800@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Butterfly Class and Walk
DESCRIPTION:Class at 9:30 a.m.\, walk at 11:00 a.m. \nJoin experts from the Howard County Bird Club for a morning all about butterflies! Start indoors with a beginner-friendly butterfly identification class covering key features\, common local species\, and simple techniques to help you recognize butterflies in the field. Then participate in a guided walk around our Mt. Pleasant trails and gardens to apply the butterfly identification tips and tricks you just learned about. Our native plant and pollinator gardens are bursting with flowers that attract butterflies for you to observe. \nDetails:  \n\nPlease remember to dress for the weather and bring your reusable water bottle.\nThis is beginning level walk for adults and interested children over 8 years old (accompanied by an adult).\nThough dogs on leash are permitted on our grounds\, please refrain from bringing your pet on this hike.\n\nFree / Space limited \nRegister at Howard Nature
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/butterfly-class-and-walk-3/
LOCATION:Howard County Conservancy at Mount Pleasant\, 10520 Old Frederick Rd\, Woodstock\, MD\, 21163
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T210000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20251001T232512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T194503Z
UID:42774-1789068600-1789074000@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Tales from the Maryland Woods by Brian Smith
DESCRIPTION:Watch for details
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/howard-county-bird-club-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Robinson Nature Center\, 6692 Cedar Lane\, Columbia\, MD\, 21044
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20260511T162514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T162612Z
UID:46392-1789200000-1789214400@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Waterford Farm
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the farm parking area\, through the barns on the right. Moderate walking over crop stubble\, farm roads and paths on this working farm.  Fields with crop residue\, extensive woodlands\, Cattail Creek and floodplain\, three ponds and five shallow waterfowl impoundments make for diverse habitats and good birding opportunities. Knee-high waterproof footwear required for part of the walk. Port-a-pots available. Leader – Wes Earp\, wesandsue@gmail.com
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/20260912waterfordfarm/
LOCATION:Waterford Farm\, 4003 Jennings Chapel Road\, Brookville\, MD\, 20833
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T235900
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20251001T232526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T232923Z
UID:42775-1789776000-1789862340@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Fall Count
DESCRIPTION:Watch for details
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/fall-count-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T123000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20260510T142001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260510T142001Z
UID:46388-1789810200-1789821000@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk
DESCRIPTION:Participate in a guided walk around our Mt. Pleasant trails and gardens to apply the butterfly identification tips and tricks you just learned about. Our native plant and pollinator gardens are bursting with flowers that attract butterflies for you to observe. \nDetails:  \n\nPlease remember to dress for the weather and bring your reusable water bottle.\nThis is beginning level walk for adults and interested children over 8 years old (accompanied by an adult).\nThough dogs on leash are permitted on our grounds\, please refrain from bringing your pet on this hike.\n\nFree / Space limited \nRegister at Howard Nature
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/butterfly-walk-3/
LOCATION:Howard County Conservancy at Mount Pleasant\, 10520 Old Frederick Rd\, Woodstock\, MD\, 21163
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T210000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20251001T232527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T220114Z
UID:42776-1790191800-1790197200@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:HCBC Board meeting --Sep 23 (not Sep 24)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/hcbc-board-meeting-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20260227T021433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T021433Z
UID:45568-1790294400-1790553599@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:MOS Convention in Salisbury
DESCRIPTION:Watch for details.
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/mos-convention-in-salisbury/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T210000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20251001T232527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T194737Z
UID:42777-1791487800-1791493200@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Menhaden-Osprey Demise on Chesapeake Bay by Barnett Rattner
DESCRIPTION:Watch for details
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/howard-county-bird-club-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Robinson Nature Center\, 6692 Cedar Lane\, Columbia\, MD\, 21044
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T193000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20251001T232527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T232527Z
UID:42778-1792697400-1792697400@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:HCBC Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/hcbc-board-meeting-15/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20251001T232527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T194701Z
UID:42779-1794511800-1794517200@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Birding in New Zealand by Kurt Schwarz
DESCRIPTION:Watch for details
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/howard-county-bird-club-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Robinson Nature Center\, 6692 Cedar Lane\, Columbia\, MD\, 21044
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T193000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20251001T232542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T232542Z
UID:42780-1796326200-1796326200@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:HCBC Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/hcbc-board-meeting-16/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20251001T232542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T194627Z
UID:42781-1796931000-1796936400@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Marshes for Tomorrow by David Curson
DESCRIPTION:Watch for details
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/howard-county-bird-club-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Robinson Nature Center\, 6692 Cedar Lane\, Columbia\, MD\, 21044
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270320T210000
DTSTAMP:20260614T172837
CREATED:20260528T175429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T175429Z
UID:46527-1805565600-1805576400@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Howard County Bird Club Potluck
DESCRIPTION:Watch for details.
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/howard-county-bird-club-potluck/
LOCATION:Robinson Nature Center\, 6692 Cedar Lane\, Columbia\, MD\, 21044
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