Saturday, May 16, 7:30–11:00 am Lebanon Hills Regional Park, Eagan, MN 55123 Lebanon Hills Regional Park in Eagan is a terrific place for migrant and resident songbirds! Join friendly birders seeking the sounds and colors of springtime in a section of this beautiful 2,000-acre regional park. We will walk maintained woodland, meadow, and lakeside trails. […]
Sunday, May 17 - 9 -11 am Spring Migration in the Heart of the City Swede Hollow Park 622 Beaumont St, St Paul, MN 55106 St. Paul Bird Alliance joins with Friends of Swede Hollow, Friends of the Parks and Trails of St. Paul and Ramsey County, and the St. Paul Public Library to offer a great spring […]
May 17, 2026 @ 11:00 am-12:30 pm Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center 3815 American Boulevard, East Bloomington, MN, 55425 Hosted by the Land of Lakes Bird Alliance (formerly the Audubon Chapter of Minneapolis); co-sponsored by Birdability ® and Saint Paul Bird Alliance Sign Up today - Advance registration is required. Limited to 20 participants. […]
1567 Ben Franklin Road, Arden Hills, MN Monday, May 18, 7-9 AM (with optional extension to 11 AM) The Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) is a 2,370-acre military training area for the Minnesota National Guard and the Minnesota Department of Military Affairs. Its vast area and variety of habitats are also used for environmental […]
Tuesday, May 19, 7 - 9 AM 2659 E. 7th Street, Maplewood 55119 Wooded land and water deep within the metro area are prized by migrants and residents alike. This is an opportunity to experience the trails, sights, and sounds of Ramsey County’s Maplewood Nature Center. DIRECTIONS: On Century Avenue, look for the Nature Center […]
A monthly gathering to meet other birders and talk about birds! Come and share your birding stories and hear what's new. We gather in the Ashland Room at Sweeney's Saloon to visit over a meal and beverages.
Wednesday, May 20, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM 1 George Street E, St. Paul, MN 55107 Come and learn about birding, including how to use binoculars and a field guide. St. Paul Bird Alliance collaborates with the St. Paul Public Library and the Urban Bird Collective to offer this beginning birding field trip. DIRECTIONS: […]
Birding is "The act of enjoying wild birds". We welcome all levels of birding experience and strive to create a supportive, inclusive environment. We are excited to meet you. 16821 O’Brien Trail N, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047 William O’Brien has a wide variety of habitats for us to explore. We will start by […]
15280 Pilar Rd, Scandia, MN 55073 Saturday, May 30, 7:30-10:30 AM This private 20-acre homestead located just north of Scandia includes a terrific variety of habitat (hardwood, prairie, wetland, open water, bog) as well as bird feeders that are bound to run up the day’s bird count. For those who are interested, our hosts will […]
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 50th Street S Parking Lot, Afton, MN 55001 The Park has a wide variety of habitats, and the target bird for this trip is the Dickcissel. Note: The trip starts at the 50th Street Parking Lot. DIRECTIONS: Take 94 west from St. Paul to exit MN-95 S/Manning Ave S […]
Friday, June 5, 7-9 AM The Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS) is a 2,370-acre military training area for the Minnesota National Guard and the Minnesota Department of Military Affairs. Its vast area and variety of habitats are also used for environmental and wildlife conservation programs. Over 170 species of birds have been recorded at […]
June 6, 2026 9 am - 1 pm Market: Purchase MN native plants from multiple growers. No systemic insecticides. Expo: Learn to select and grow native plants for pollinators, wildlife, and water quality. Visit with educators and experts from conservation and environmental organizations. Get your landscaping questions answered. 9 am-1 pm + Food Truck […]
