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SUMMARY:Local Bird Walk: Cement Creek Lake\, north Fort Worth at HWY 820 & BUS 287 intersection
DESCRIPTION:Join Jim Sipiora for a guided walk around Cement Creek Lake. The total distance around the lake is about 1 mile. Targeted birds will be marsh and grassland birds. Rubber boots are recommended. There are no restrooms available on the property. Parking is limited. \nAccess to the lake: Take HWY 820 to BUS 287 / N. Main Street. Go south on Main Street less than a 1/4 mile. You will see a dirt road entrance on your right. Follow the dirt road back north along the Meacham Airport perimiter fence until you reach a small parking area. (the dirt road turns left\, but only authorized vehicles are allowed to drive down to the lake) \nCement Creek Lake\, Fort Worth
URL:https://fwas.org/event/local-bird-walk-cement-creek-lake-north-fort-worth-at-hwy-820-bus-287-intersection-3/
LOCATION:Cement Creek Lake\, Fort Worth\, Fort Worth\, 76106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T103000
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SUMMARY:Prairie Walk at Sid Richardson Tract / Benbrook Lake
DESCRIPTION:Join Suzanne Tuttle to explore the Sid Richardson Tract on the southeastern shore of Lake Benbrook. This is one of the few prairie habitats remaining in Tarrant county. \nIt is recommended that folks consider car-pooling to limit the number of cars. NOTE: Because of the remoteness of this area\, please send a note to Suzanne that you plan to join her. Text 817-845-5656. \nThis fieldtrip will be held on the 3rd Friday of the months February thru June.\nThe meet-up times for April\, May and June will be 8:00 AM.\nThe meet-up times for February and March will be 9:00 AM.  \nThe fieldtrip will last approximately 1.5 hours\, but Suzanne will stay longer if the day is very birdy. The trail is natural surface\, some will wander off trail\, so please wear appropriate footwear and clothing for the weather conditions. There are no facilities on the property. \nPlease note that this trip is not available from July thru January due to heat in the summer months and annual hunting seasons from September thru January.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/prairie-walk-at-sid-richardson-tract-benbrook-lake/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:Sid Richardson Tract / Benbrook Lake\, Old Granbury Rd\, Crowley\, TX\, 76036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
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SUMMARY:Observations at Elmer Oliver Park\, Mansfield
DESCRIPTION:Join leader Jennifer Cross to explore Elmer W. Oliver Park in Mansfiel\, TX. The bird walk is held on the third Tuseday of the months September through May. Start time is 8:30 AM and usually goes to 10:30 AM. Oliver Park is located at 1650 Matlock Rd. in Mansfield. \nClick here for a PDF with walk details.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/observations-at-oliver-park-mansfield/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:Oliver Nature Park\, 1650 Matlock Rd.\, Mansfield\, TX\, 76063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T220810Z
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SUMMARY:Tandy Hills Birding Walk with Tom Stevens
DESCRIPTION:This event was rescheduled from it’s February date (postponed due to weather conditions)  \nBird walk at the Tandy Hills Natural Area on Sunday\, February 15\, ate 9:oo AM.  \nThe walk will be led by Tom Stevens. The event is sponsored by The Friends of Tandy Hills Natural Area. This may be a great addition to your other bird counts this weekend for the Great Backyard Bird Count! Details can be found here. RSVP to join: In order to join this walk\, you must RSVP by sending an email to Tandy Hills using the following email address: info@tandyhills.org  \nSome of our older members may remember that Tom spoke at one of our General Meetings about his college thesis work.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/tandy-hills-birding-walk-with-tom-stevens/
LOCATION:Tandy Hills Natural Area\, 3325 View Street\, Fort Worth\, 76103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T110000
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SUMMARY:Foster Park Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Jean Ferguson at Foster Park on the second Saturday of every month. \nThe park is located at Trail Lake Dr. in south Fort Worth. This is Ft. Worth Audubon’s longest running monthly field trip! This is a great field trip for both beginning and experienced bird watchers as this linear trail attracts many migrants thanks to a small stream and wooded canopy. Easy walking on paved trails. The walk usually lasts 1 to 2 hours.  \nStart Time for June through September is 7:30 AM.\nStart time for October through May is 8:30 AM. \nDress for the current weather conditions\, and bring water and snacks if wanted. \nClick here for a PDF with details for this walk.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/foster-park-bird-walk/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:Foster Park\, located on Trail Lake Drive at South Dr. in Fort Worth\, Fort Worth\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T203000
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SUMMARY:March General Meeting: Secret Life of Whimbrels\, presented by Sam Wolfe
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, March 13\, 2026\, for our General Meeting. Tonight’s program will be The Secret Life of Whimbrels\, presented by Sam Wolfe\, a shorebird biologist with Manomet Conservation Sciences. In this presentation\, we will learn about the spectacular migration of Whimbrels. We will have the opportunity to see the little-known & remote places Whimbrels venture throughout the year\, including a stopover site in Texas that supports more than 25% of the population. \nSam has a master’s degree in range and wildlife management from Texas A&M University—Kingsville\, and lives in Rockport\, Texas. Her career has focused on understanding bird migration and habitat associations\, having worked across a variety of landscapes and geographies. \nThis will be both a live in-person meeting and streamed on Zoom. Sam hopes to be at the meeting\, but may need to join us on Zoom as well.  Click here for the on-line Zoom link. \nPlease remember to give yourself extra time to arrive as the (now 12 month!!!) road construction project might still have the entrance to the parking lot from Camp Bowie Blvd. closed. Montgomery Street is also under construction. Since I drive from downtown Ft Worth\, I take West 7th Street to get to Clifton Street and the parking lot.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/march-general-meeting-secret-life-of-whimbrels-presented-by-sam-wolfe/
LOCATION:The University of North Texas Health & Science Center\, Research and Education Building\, Room 100\, 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd.\, Fort Worth\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T093000
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SUMMARY:NEW! Settler's Park\, Grapevine\, (formerly Silverlake) with Jim Sipiora
DESCRIPTION:Go exploring with Jim Sipiora at a new park in east Grapevine near Grapevine Lake. The city has not officially listed this park on their website yet. But folks on eBird have been there several times and listed it as a Hotspot. If you use the address listed on Google maps you will see directions on how to get to the park. \nJim and other local birders have visited the park a few times this winter and reported on eBird that there are Greater Scaup. There is a short 0.75 mile trail around the lake with some woodlands.  \nCurrently\, Google Maps shows the entrance and small parking area are on Bass Pro Court. If there is not enough parking available in the park\, there may be ample parking on the street. 
URL:https://fwas.org/event/new-settlers-park-grapevine-formerly-silverlake-with-jim-sipiora-2/
LOCATION:Settlers Park\, Grapevine\, 2235 Bass Pro Court\, Grapevine\, 76051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20250810T185541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T191759Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday Feathers Bird Walk at Kelly Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Chuck Baskin and others as they explore Kelley Park in Arlington on the first Friday of every month. Chuck asked that everyone meet him at the parking lot at the end of Creekside Drive. (from Arkansas Lane\, turn north on Woodside Dr.\, then east on Creekside. The walk is usually 2 hours\, depending on how birdy it is. Bring water and snacks if needed. Easy walking on mostly paved trails. \nStart time for June through September is 7:30 AM \nStart Time for October through May is 8:30 AM \nClick here for a PDF with trip details.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/first-friday-feathers-bird-walk-at-kelly-park/2026-03-06/
LOCATION:Kelley Park\, 4195 W. Arkansas Lane in Arlington\, 4195 W. Arkansas Lane\, Arlington\, TX
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20260207T223838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T224638Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Project Bluebird Kickoff Party with Jim Marshall
DESCRIPTION:Come join your fellow bluebirder hosts at the Keith House for the 2026 Project Bluebird Kickoff Party. There will be Bites and Beverages and lots of chatting with other Bluebird season box hosts. This group of enthusiasts put up Bluebird boxes all over Tarrant County\, then monitor the birds through the summer mating season. \nJim Marshall will again be your host for this event. If you would like to learn more about this group\, contact Jim at jmarshall3@sbcglobal.net \n 
URL:https://fwas.org/event/2026-project-bluebird-kickoff-party-with-jim-marshall/
LOCATION:Keith House\, 4814 Edwards Ranch Road\, Fort Worth\, 76109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20250816T210049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250816T210246Z
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SUMMARY:FWAS Board Meetings\, 2025-2026
DESCRIPTION:Chapter Members of Fort Worth Audubon Society are invited to join our bi-monthly virtual board meetings held 6 times each year. Learn what happens behind the scenes as the various chair positions share their reports of past and future activities\, chapter finances\, and upcoming events. \nThese meetings are on Zoom only. If you are interested in monitoring the meeting\, send an email to avianadmin@fwas.org. Jim Jones will send you the Zoom meeting ID and passcode.\nClick here for the Zoom Meeting \n  \nThe 1-hour Board Meetings are held on the first Tuesday night of the month at 6:30 PM\, usually 1 week before the Thursday night General Meetings except when there is another activity or holiday that falls on the regular night.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/fwas-board-meetings-2025-2026/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:This will be a Virtual Meeting on Zoom.
CATEGORIES:FWAS Special Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20250515T200005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T165151Z
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SUMMARY:Trinity Trails Bird Walk (now a monthly walk!)
DESCRIPTION:Join Tom Haase and Jean Ferguson on the 4th Sunday from September thru May (2026)\, at 8:30 AM for the field trip visiting the Trinity Trails walk along the Clear Fork Trinity River. \nMeeting place: The walk will begin on Bellaire Drive on/near the bridge crossing the tributary/path leading to the Trinity River. Parking is available all along the street leading up to the bridge. If you would like to arrive early for coffee\, there is a Starbucks located at the Trinity Commons Shopping Area back on Hulen Street.  \nClick here for a PDF with trip details \nNOTE:  The start times might change as the year progresses. Check the Event’s Calendar.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/trinity-trails-bird-walk/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Trinity Trails / Clearfork Trinity\,  Fort Worth\, 3000 S. Hulen St.\, Fort Worth\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T103000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20250811T170658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T170658Z
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SUMMARY:Prairie Walk at Sid Richardson Tract / Benbrook Lake
DESCRIPTION:Join Suzanne Tuttle to explore the Sid Richardson Tract on the southeastern shore of Lake Benbrook. This is one of the few prairie habitats remaining in Tarrant county. \nIt is recommended that folks consider car-pooling to limit the number of cars. NOTE: Because of the remoteness of this area\, please send a note to Suzanne that you plan to join her. Text 817-845-5656. \nThis fieldtrip will be held on the 3rd Friday of the months February thru June.\nThe meet-up times for April\, May and June will be 8:00 AM.\nThe meet-up times for February and March will be 9:00 AM.  \nThe fieldtrip will last approximately 1.5 hours\, but Suzanne will stay longer if the day is very birdy. The trail is natural surface\, some will wander off trail\, so please wear appropriate footwear and clothing for the weather conditions. There are no facilities on the property. \nPlease note that this trip is not available from July thru January due to heat in the summer months and annual hunting seasons from September thru January.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/prairie-walk-at-sid-richardson-tract-benbrook-lake/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:Sid Richardson Tract / Benbrook Lake\, Old Granbury Rd\, Crowley\, TX\, 76036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T211147Z
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SUMMARY:Observations at Elmer Oliver Park\, Mansfield
DESCRIPTION:Join leader Jennifer Cross to explore Elmer W. Oliver Park in Mansfiel\, TX. The bird walk is held on the third Tuseday of the months September through May. Start time is 8:30 AM and usually goes to 10:30 AM. Oliver Park is located at 1650 Matlock Rd. in Mansfield. \nClick here for a PDF with walk details.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/observations-at-oliver-park-mansfield/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Oliver Nature Park\, 1650 Matlock Rd.\, Mansfield\, TX\, 76063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20260115T184215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T184215Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Great Backyard Bird Count / Join the World in Connecting to Birds
DESCRIPTION:Each February\, for four days\, the world comes together for the love of birds. Launched in 1998 by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society\, the GBBC was the 1st online community science project. During the 4 day weekend\, they invite people to spend time in their favorite places watching and counting as many birds as they can find and reporting them on the GBBC website. To learn more\, click here… \nHow to participate:  Step 1. Decide where you will watch birds; Step 2. Watch birds for 15 minutes or more at least once over the 4 days; Step 3. Report your observations on your favorite app (Merlin or eBird.) If you already use these apps\, keep using them as anything reported during the 4 days will count towards the GBBC. \n 
URL:https://fwas.org/event/2026-great-backyard-bird-count-join-the-world-in-connecting-to-birds-2/2026-02-16/
CATEGORIES:Bird Count
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20260115T184215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T184215Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Great Backyard Bird Count / Join the World in Connecting to Birds
DESCRIPTION:Each February\, for four days\, the world comes together for the love of birds. Launched in 1998 by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society\, the GBBC was the 1st online community science project. During the 4 day weekend\, they invite people to spend time in their favorite places watching and counting as many birds as they can find and reporting them on the GBBC website. To learn more\, click here… \nHow to participate:  Step 1. Decide where you will watch birds; Step 2. Watch birds for 15 minutes or more at least once over the 4 days; Step 3. Report your observations on your favorite app (Merlin or eBird.) If you already use these apps\, keep using them as anything reported during the 4 days will count towards the GBBC. \n 
URL:https://fwas.org/event/2026-great-backyard-bird-count-join-the-world-in-connecting-to-birds-2/2026-02-15/
CATEGORIES:Bird Count
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20260115T181041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T181041Z
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SUMMARY:River Legacy Environmental Learning Center Great Backyard Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Come out and join other FWAS volunteers to help visitors and guests take part in the 2026 Great Backyard Bird Count. We need volunteers to help at the bird blind area\, and to lead a few walking trips on some of the many trails at the center and over to the Village Creek Drying Beds.  \nThis event will also be a great way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a partner! \nPlease let Jim Jones know if you plan to attend. email:  jim_jones@fwas.org
URL:https://fwas.org/event/river-legacy-environmental-learning-center-great-backyard-bird-count/
LOCATION:River Legacy Living Science Center\, 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd\, Arlington\, TX\, 76006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Count
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20250810T191524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T191524Z
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SUMMARY:Foster Park Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Jean Ferguson at Foster Park on the second Saturday of every month. \nThe park is located at Trail Lake Dr. in south Fort Worth. This is Ft. Worth Audubon’s longest running monthly field trip! This is a great field trip for both beginning and experienced bird watchers as this linear trail attracts many migrants thanks to a small stream and wooded canopy. Easy walking on paved trails. The walk usually lasts 1 to 2 hours.  \nStart Time for June through September is 7:30 AM.\nStart time for October through May is 8:30 AM. \nDress for the current weather conditions\, and bring water and snacks if wanted. \nClick here for a PDF with details for this walk.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/foster-park-bird-walk/2026-02-14/
LOCATION:Foster Park\, located on Trail Lake Drive at South Dr. in Fort Worth\, Fort Worth\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
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SUMMARY:GBBC at Randol Mill Park in Arlington
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of Randol Mill Park for their 1st annual Great Backyard Bird Count. They will meet in the Pavilion parking lot at 8:00 AM. The pavilion is located on your left on Randall Mill Park Road. (there are tennis courts directly across from the pavilion.) This will be a 2-hour walk on fairly level ground. Bring your binoculars and camera. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and closed toe shoes. \nIf you haven’t done so already\, download the Merlin application from Cornell University on your phone. The Merlin app will assist you in accurately identifying bird songs heard while on the walk. \nIf any questions\, contact Carol Marcotte at 817-793-3917.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/gbbc-at-randol-mill-park-in-arlington/
LOCATION:Randol Mill Park\, 1901 W. Randol Mill Road\, Arlington\, 76012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Count
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260215
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T184215Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Great Backyard Bird Count / Join the World in Connecting to Birds
DESCRIPTION:Each February\, for four days\, the world comes together for the love of birds. Launched in 1998 by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society\, the GBBC was the 1st online community science project. During the 4 day weekend\, they invite people to spend time in their favorite places watching and counting as many birds as they can find and reporting them on the GBBC website. To learn more\, click here… \nHow to participate:  Step 1. Decide where you will watch birds; Step 2. Watch birds for 15 minutes or more at least once over the 4 days; Step 3. Report your observations on your favorite app (Merlin or eBird.) If you already use these apps\, keep using them as anything reported during the 4 days will count towards the GBBC. \n 
URL:https://fwas.org/event/2026-great-backyard-bird-count-join-the-world-in-connecting-to-birds-2/2026-02-14/
CATEGORIES:Bird Count
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20260115T184215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T184215Z
UID:10000766-1770940800-1771027199@fwas.org
SUMMARY:2026 Great Backyard Bird Count / Join the World in Connecting to Birds
DESCRIPTION:Each February\, for four days\, the world comes together for the love of birds. Launched in 1998 by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society\, the GBBC was the 1st online community science project. During the 4 day weekend\, they invite people to spend time in their favorite places watching and counting as many birds as they can find and reporting them on the GBBC website. To learn more\, click here… \nHow to participate:  Step 1. Decide where you will watch birds; Step 2. Watch birds for 15 minutes or more at least once over the 4 days; Step 3. Report your observations on your favorite app (Merlin or eBird.) If you already use these apps\, keep using them as anything reported during the 4 days will count towards the GBBC. \n 
URL:https://fwas.org/event/2026-great-backyard-bird-count-join-the-world-in-connecting-to-birds-2/2026-02-13/
CATEGORIES:Bird Count
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20260115T183627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183627Z
UID:10000762-1770940800-1771027199@fwas.org
SUMMARY:2026 Great Backyard Bird Count / Join the world in connecting to birds.
DESCRIPTION:Each February\, for four days\, the world comes together for the love of birds. Launched in 1998 by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society\, the GBBC was the 1st online community science project. During the 4 day weekend\, they invite people to spend time in their favorite places watching and counting as many birds as they can find and reporting them on the GBBC website. To learn more\, click here… \nHow to participate:  Step 1. Decide where you will watch birds; Step 2. Watch birds for 15 minutes or more at least once over the 4 days; Step 3. Report your observations on your favorite app (Merlin or eBird.) If you already use these apps\, keep using them as anything reported during the 4 days will count towards the GBBC. \n 
URL:https://fwas.org/event/2026-great-backyard-bird-count-join-the-world-in-connecting-to-birds/
CATEGORIES:Bird Count
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20260115T180251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T180251Z
UID:10000751-1770922800-1770928200@fwas.org
SUMMARY:February 2026 General Meeting:  Feather Trails: A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds with Sophie A. H. Osborn
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, February 12\, 2026 for our General Meeting. Tonight’s program will be Feather Trails: A journey of discovery among endangered birds\, with Sophie A. H. Osborn\, an award-winning environmental writer and wildlife biologist whose work has included the study and conservation of more than a dozen bird species in the Americas.  \nSophie will discuss how birds are visible\, vocal sentinels that alert us to environmental harms through their declining numbers or their failure to thrive. In her new book Feather Trails—A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds\, she shares her personal experiences reintroducing endangered Peregrine Falcons\, Hawaiian Crows\, and California Condors to the wild. While immersing readers in the triumphs and tribulations of being a wildlife biologist\, Sophie explores the threats that imperiled these birds\, and reveals that what harmed them threatens us\, too. She will discuss what led to the endangerment of these three captivating species\, recount the efforts of biologists to recover their populations\, and read a few excerpts from her book that describe what it was like to work with these magnificent birds. \nThis will be both a live in-person meeting and streamed on Zoom. Click here for the on-line Zoom link. \nPlease remember to give yourself extra time to arrive as the road construction might still have the entrance to the parking lot from Camp Bowie Blvd. closed. Montgomery Street is also under construction. Since I drive from downtown Ft Worth\, I take West 7th Street to get to Clifton Street and the parking lot.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/february-2026-general-meeting-feather-trails-a-journey-of-discovery-among-endangered-birds-with-sophie-a-h-osborn/
LOCATION:The University of North Texas Health & Science Center\, Research and Education Building\, Room 100\, 3500 Camp Bowie Blvd.\, Fort Worth\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T103000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20260129T191039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T191408Z
UID:10000771-1770798600-1770805800@fwas.org
SUMMARY:NEW! Settler's Park\, Grapevine\, (formerly Silverlake) with Jim Sipiora
DESCRIPTION:Go exploring with Jim Sipiora at a new park in east Grapevine near Grapevine Lake. The city has not officially listed this park on their website yet. But folks on eBird have been there several times and listed it as a Hotspot. If you use the address listed on Google maps you will see directions on how to get to the park. \nJim and other local birders have visited the park a few times this winter and reported on eBird that there are Greater Scaup. There is a short 0.75 mile trail around the lake with some woodlands.  \nCurrently\, Google Maps shows the entrance and small parking area are on Bass Pro Court. If there is not enough parking available in the park\, there may be ample parking across the street at the Hilton Hotel. But be aware if there are No Parking signs at the Hilton then you may have to park on the street.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/new-settlers-park-grapevine-formerly-silverlake-with-jim-sipiora/
LOCATION:Settlers Park\, Grapevine\, 2235 Bass Pro Court\, Grapevine\, 76051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20250810T194402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T194402Z
UID:10000723-1770537600-1770544800@fwas.org
SUMMARY:Parr Park\, Grapevine\, TX
DESCRIPTION:Join Karen Rice and others as they explore this Grapevine\, TX\, city park. Parr Park is located along Bear Creek and the Bear Creek Trail. The habitat is similar to many other suburban city parks with a creek lined with bottom woodlands. The trail is paved and mostly level\, very shady. Karen plans to stay in Parr Park and walk about 2 1/2 miles round trip. There are facilities in the park. \nThis bird walk will be held four times a year on Sundays of the selected months.\nStart times will be at 8:00 AM for the September\, February amd April walks.\nThe start time for the November walk will be 7:30 AM. \nFor further independent exploration\, try the Parr Park Rock Art Trail area. On very birdy days during migration\, it is worthwhile to follow the trail system from Pool Rd. east through Parr Park and over to Bear Creek Park on HWY 360. This would be a 6.2 mile round trip.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/parr-park-grapevine-tx/2026-02-08/
LOCATION:Parr Park\, Grapevine\, TX\, 3010 Parr Lane\, Grapevine\, TX\, 76051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20250810T185541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T191759Z
UID:10000693-1770366600-1770375600@fwas.org
SUMMARY:First Friday Feathers Bird Walk at Kelly Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Chuck Baskin and others as they explore Kelley Park in Arlington on the first Friday of every month. Chuck asked that everyone meet him at the parking lot at the end of Creekside Drive. (from Arkansas Lane\, turn north on Woodside Dr.\, then east on Creekside. The walk is usually 2 hours\, depending on how birdy it is. Bring water and snacks if needed. Easy walking on mostly paved trails. \nStart time for June through September is 7:30 AM \nStart Time for October through May is 8:30 AM \nClick here for a PDF with trip details.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/first-friday-feathers-bird-walk-at-kelly-park/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:Kelley Park\, 4195 W. Arkansas Lane in Arlington\, 4195 W. Arkansas Lane\, Arlington\, TX
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20260123T000001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T000001Z
UID:10000683-1769329800-1769335200@fwas.org
SUMMARY:Trinity Trails Bird Walk (now a monthly walk!)
DESCRIPTION:NOTE:  The January 25th walk is cancelled due to weather.   Join Tom Haase and Jean Ferguson on the 4th Sunday from September thru May (2026)\, at 8:30 AM for the field trip visiting the Trinity Trails walk along the Clear Fork Trinity River. \nMeeting place: The walk will begin on Bellaire Drive on/near the bridge crossing the tributary/path leading to the Trinity River. Parking is available all along the street leading up to the bridge. If you would like to arrive early for coffee\, there is a Starbucks located at the Trinity Commons Shopping Area back on Hulen Street.  \nClick here for a PDF with trip details \nNOTE:  The start times might change as the year progresses. Check the Event’s Calendar.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/trinity-trails-bird-walk-2/
LOCATION:Trinity Trails / Clearfork Trinity\,  Fort Worth\, 3000 S. Hulen St.\, Fort Worth\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20260122T235805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T235806Z
UID:10000749-1769238000-1769248800@fwas.org
SUMMARY:Local Bird Walk: Cement Creek Lake\, north Fort Worth at HWY 820 & BUS 287 intersection
DESCRIPTION:The January walk is cancelled due to weather forecast. Join Jim Sipiora for a guided walk around Cement Creek Lake. The total distance around the lake is about 1 mile. Targeted birds will be marsh and grassland birds. Rubber boots are recommended. There are no restrooms available on the property. And parking is limited. \nAccess to the lake: Take HWY 820 to BUS 287 / N. Main Street. Go south on Main Street less than a 1/4 mile. You will see a dirt road entrance on your right. Follow the dirt road back north along the Meacham Airport perimiter fence until you reach a small parking area. (the dirt road turns left\, but only authorized vehicles are allowed to drive down to the lake) \nCement Creek Lake\, Fort Worth
URL:https://fwas.org/event/local-bird-walk-cement-creek-lake-north-fort-worth-at-hwy-820-bus-287-intersection-2/
LOCATION:Cement Creek Lake\, Fort Worth\, Fort Worth\, 76106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20250810T193044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T211147Z
UID:10000716-1768897800-1768906800@fwas.org
SUMMARY:Observations at Elmer Oliver Park\, Mansfield
DESCRIPTION:Join leader Jennifer Cross to explore Elmer W. Oliver Park in Mansfiel\, TX. The bird walk is held on the third Tuseday of the months September through May. Start time is 8:30 AM and usually goes to 10:30 AM. Oliver Park is located at 1650 Matlock Rd. in Mansfield. \nClick here for a PDF with walk details.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/observations-at-oliver-park-mansfield/2026-01-20/
LOCATION:Oliver Nature Park\, 1650 Matlock Rd.\, Mansfield\, TX\, 76063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20250811T230541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T160608Z
UID:10000732-1768550400-1768683600@fwas.org
SUMMARY:Maddin Prairie\, Colorado City\, TX - Trip Attendee Sign-up list is Full
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: The trip attendee list is now full. FWAS was limited to invite 10 participants to join with other North Texas conservation groups to assist in a Bio-blitz to catalog wildlife and plants found on this prairie habitat. If you wish to get on the Wait List\, let Tom Haase know by emai at tom.haase@sbcglobal.net. \nJoin FWAS on a visit to Maddin Prairie Preserve\, located in Mitchell County near Colorado City\, Texas. Maddin Prairie Preserve features remnant and restored mixed-grass prairie\, mesquite savanna and riparian areas. The preserve is owned by Native Prairies Association of Texas (NPAT.) \nMitchell County is approximately 220 miles west of Fort Worth\, The preserve is located about 11 miles south of Colorado City on CR 125 (from I-20\, follow CR 208 south to CR 123\, then east to CR 125\, then north on CR 125 to the entrance)  \nFor exact location of preserve\, enter these coordinates on your mapping application:\n \n32°17’24.6″N 100°47’21.8″W\nNote: If you are interested in checking this location on your own\, Maddin Prairie has limited times when it may be visited. Visit the NPAT webpage.)
URL:https://fwas.org/event/maddin-prairie-colorado-city-tx/
LOCATION:Maddin Prairie Preserve\, Colorado City / Mitchel County / Texas\, Colorado City\, 79512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T111718
CREATED:20250810T191524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T191524Z
UID:10000704-1768033800-1768042800@fwas.org
SUMMARY:Foster Park Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Jean Ferguson at Foster Park on the second Saturday of every month. \nThe park is located at Trail Lake Dr. in south Fort Worth. This is Ft. Worth Audubon’s longest running monthly field trip! This is a great field trip for both beginning and experienced bird watchers as this linear trail attracts many migrants thanks to a small stream and wooded canopy. Easy walking on paved trails. The walk usually lasts 1 to 2 hours.  \nStart Time for June through September is 7:30 AM.\nStart time for October through May is 8:30 AM. \nDress for the current weather conditions\, and bring water and snacks if wanted. \nClick here for a PDF with details for this walk.
URL:https://fwas.org/event/foster-park-bird-walk/2026-01-10/
LOCATION:Foster Park\, located on Trail Lake Drive at South Dr. in Fort Worth\, Fort Worth\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Local Bird Walks
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