International Migratory Bird Day Mist Netting Demo

International Migratory Bird Day Mist Netting Demo

5/11/2024 to 5/11/2024 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Program Location: Homer Lake Interpretive Center, 2573 S Homer Lake Rd, Homer, IL 61849

May 11th is World Migratory Bird Day, and we are celebrating at the Homer Lake Interpretive Center! From 9-11 a.m., learn more about the birds that live in this region with avian biologists from the University of Illinois.

They will capture and band live birds with mist-nets, and talk about unique traits of each species as well as the importance of bird banding for conservation.

Rain backup date: May 18. FREE. All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

For more info: (217) 896-2455 or jwick@ccfpd.org.