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UID:42771-1778284800-1778371140@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:May Count
DESCRIPTION:Watch for details
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/may-count-2/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20260206T195228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T200946Z
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SUMMARY:Skywatch at Mount Pleasant unofficial Big Sit
DESCRIPTION:You can show up and leave at any time. This is an unofficial Big Sit. We will look for flyovers and look and listen to surrounding birds. No need to sign up\, just show up. \nCancelled in the event of heavy rain. \nLeader – Lynn Gregg\, lhg5037@gmail.com
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/skywatch-unofficial-big-sit/
LOCATION:Howard County Conservancy at Mount Pleasant\, 10520 Old Frederick Rd\, Woodstock\, MD\, 21163
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20260204T194127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T195632Z
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SUMMARY:Birds of Wetlands\, Lakes\, and Ponds by Bonnie Ott
DESCRIPTION:Bonnie Ott is a long-time member of MOS and the Howard Bird Club. Over four decades of birding\, Bonnie has expanded her interests to include a vast array of subjects. Bonnie started a journey into photography and focuses on documenting unusual species and behaviors. Her pictures have been published in many field guides and used for educational purposes throughout the world. Bonnie has worked on multiple projects and atlases for birds\, dragonflies\, herps and everything else that she can capture with her lens.  \nBonnie will present a program on how to understand the birds you find in various wetland habitats throughout the seasons. Focusing on birds of central Maryland\, Bonnie will explain the difference between our common species. When and where to find them in our lakes\, ponds\, rivers\, streams and marshes. As usual with Bonnie\,  you can expect to see a few other inhabitants of these areas throughout the program.
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/birds-of-wetlands-lakes-and-ponds-by-bonnie-ott/
LOCATION:Robinson Nature Center\, 6692 Cedar Lane\, Columbia\, MD\, 21044
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20251015T021553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T162306Z
UID:42993-1778803200-1779062399@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:MOS Convention -- CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:MOS has been informed that the Solomons Inn has experienced flooding from a burst pipe. The hotel will be closing all guest rooms and will not be available for the May 15-17 MOS Convention. There is not enough time\, or a suitable venue\, to plan and host a convention in Solomons this spring. MOS will most likely host the 78th Annual MOS Convention in a different region in Autumn 2026. MOS will share dates and information as soon as possible.
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/maryland-ornithological-society-convention-2/
LOCATION:Solomons Inn Resort and Marina\, 155 Holiday Drive\, Solomons\, MD\, 20688\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20260206T200513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T200822Z
UID:45458-1779004800-1779015600@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Western Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:Use the parking lot to the left of the Gary Arthur Senior Center (2400 MD-97\, Cooksville MD)\, not the Western Regional Park lots.) \nModerate walking along field edges and woodland trails. Opportunity for warblers\, sparrows\, thrushes\, and flyovers. Facilities available. \nLeader – Lisa Colangelo\, lcolangelo@verizon.net
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/western-regional-park-2/
LOCATION:Gary Arthur Senior Center\, 2400 MD 97\, Cooksville\, Maryland\, 21723
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T235900
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20260205T004022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T004128Z
UID:45402-1779494400-1779580740@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Delaware Shorebird Hotspots
DESCRIPTION:An all-day trip to shorebird hotspots along the Delaware Bay in Kent and Sussex Counties\, Delaware. Specific locations to be selected based on reported birds at the time – but may include Port Mahon\, Ted Harvey Conservation Area\, DuPont Nature Center and nearby Marvel Salt Marsh Preserve\, and Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. Expect hot\, windy\, and potentially buggy conditions – but the possibility of some truly amazing shorebird action will be worth it! We will stop at Wawa (or similar) for lunch\, but packed snacks and water are a good idea. \nContact the leader\, Russ Kovach\, russell.kovach@gmail.com to make reservations and get directions. \n\nReservations required
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/delaware-shorebird-hotspots/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20260205T005533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T005533Z
UID:45410-1779521400-1779537600@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Patapsco Scrubland
DESCRIPTION:Meet at 735 River Road (up long drive take right-hand split & park by house).\nStarting in the scrubland\, we’ll look for warblers\, vireos\, thrushes\, and other edge species. Depending on conditions\, we may continue into the woods. Moderate to possibly difficult walking: steep trails with several stream crossings\, so wear appropriate footwear. We will also be able to view Felicia’s Chimney Swift tower. Facilities available. \nLeader – Felicia Lovelett\, c5nest@gmail.com
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/patapsco-scrubland/
LOCATION:Patapsco Scrubland\, 735 River Road\, Sykesville\, MD\, 21784\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20251001T232512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T232512Z
UID:42773-1779996600-1779996600@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:HCBC Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/hcbc-board-meeting-13/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20260205T004804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T004804Z
UID:45406-1780126200-1780138800@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Linganore Creek Sanctuary\, Frederick County
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the West Friendship park-and-ride on the west side of Rt. 32 just north of Interstate 70\nCome and walk the 125 acres of what is slated to become the 11th MOS sanctuary and the only one of size in Central Maryland. Expect warblers\, chats\, red-headed woodpeckers\, and birds of the open fields such as bobolinks\, field sparrows\, and kestrels. Meet at the West Friendship park-and-ride on the west side of Rt. 32 just north of Interstate 70 at 7:30 AM and carpool the 25 minutes to the potential sanctuary. Be ready for wet but mowed grass and one stream crossing (with stepping stones). \nRegister with John McKitterick\, john.mckitterick@mdbirds.org\, since parking is limited at the property. \n\nReservations required
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/linganore-creek-sanctuary-frederick-county/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T103000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20260214T224807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T224807Z
UID:45535-1780212600-1780223400@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Birding Unplugged (no Merlin Bird ID\, no eBird)
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the South Wind Trailhead portion of MPEA\nJoin us for a restorative\, low-tech birding field trip focused on sharpening your own eyes and ears. We’ll leave the apps behind—no Merlin Bird ID\, no eBird—and immerse ourselves in careful observation\, field marks\, behavior\, and birdsong. This is a chance to slow down\, tune in\, and experience birding the old-fashioned way: present\, attentive\, and unplugged.  The trip leader will keep a paper list and will enter an eBird list manually to share with the group following the trip.  Limit 10 participants. \nRegister with the leader – Megan Bolcar\, megbolcar@gmail.com \n\nReservations required
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/birding-unplugged-no-merlin-bird-id-no-ebird/
LOCATION:MPEA Southwind Circle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T093000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20260205T005302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T010032Z
UID:45408-1780299000-1780306200@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Lake Kittamaqundi
DESCRIPTION:Limit 10 people. Register with the leader Lily Saul\, ljsaul604@gmail.com \n\nReservations required
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/lake-kittamaqundi-2/
LOCATION:Lake Kittamaqundi\, 10275 Little Patuxent Pkwy\, Columbia\, MD\, 21044\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20260407T211528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T211528Z
UID:46000-1780826400-1780840800@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Pollinator Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate and meet your favorite pollinators! Learn about bees\, butterflies\, birds\, moths and more at informative stations. Meet members of different local environmental groups and learn about their activities. Meet live insects and our rescue animals if you choose. Make insect-themed crafts\, and enjoy live music\, hands-on\, pollinator-themed activities and games\, book giveaways and more! Register at the Howard County Conservancy  https://howardnature.org/event/pollinator-fest-2026/. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/pollinator-fest/
LOCATION:Howard County Conservancy at Mount Pleasant\, 10520 Old Frederick Rd\, Woodstock\, MD\, 21163
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T123000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20260403T193859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T194202Z
UID:45953-1780905600-1780921800@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:Tern Raft in Worcester County
DESCRIPTION:Rain date of Wednesday June 10. \nRoyal\, 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/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T093000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20260122T011240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T022759Z
UID:45289-1782113400-1782120600@howardbirds.website
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:20260622T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T093000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20260406T233328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T122417Z
UID:45996-1782113400-1782120600@howardbirds.website
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/
LOCATION:Font Hill Wetland Park\, 3520 Font Hill Drive\, Ellicott City\, MD\, 21042\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T093000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20260403T194501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T220736Z
UID:45958-1784273400-1784280600@howardbirds.website
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:20260910T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
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:20260919T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T235900
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
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/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
CREATED:20251001T232527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T232527Z
UID:42776-1790278200-1790278200@howardbirds.website
SUMMARY:HCBC Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://howardbirds.website/event/hcbc-board-meeting-14/
LOCATION:MD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
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/
LOCATION:MD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
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:20260414T214911
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/
LOCATION:MD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
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:20260414T214911
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/
LOCATION:MD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T214911
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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