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SUMMARY:Sotterley Presents:  Saving Grassland Birds in Sotterley's Hayfields
DESCRIPTION:Presentation (In Person)\nSpeaker: DAVID MOULTON\, founder of Saving Southern Maryland’s Grassland Birds \nDavid will discuss the role Historic Sotterley has played in finding ways to bale hay while trying not to harm baby birds at the\nsame time. Some of our most beloved species of grassland birds\, such as the Eastern Meadowlark\, nest only in large hay fields during May and June – often conflicting directly with the spring hay harvest. What can be done? With Sotterley’s property manager\, Joe Goldsmith\, David has undertaken a series of experiments to demonstrate that by altering harvest techniques\, timing and patterns\, Southern Maryland hay farmers can often maintain their haying operations while significantly increasing the reproductive success of the birds. He will outline their findings and share ideas about maintaining our agricultural heritage and conserving our threatened wildlife. \nThis event will be in-person only. We request that you register in advance: Register for FREE Here!
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/sotterley-presents-saving-grassland-birds-in-sotterleys-hayfields/
LOCATION:Historic Sotterley\, 44300 Sotterley Lane\, Hollywood\, MD\, 20636\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230916T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
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SUMMARY:Migration on the Point
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip\nLeader: TYLER BELL \nJoin us at Southern Maryland’s premier birding hotspot as fall migrants funnel south to cross the Chesapeake Bay and the Potomac River. Loblolly pines\, mixed hardwoods\, beaches\, marshes and broad water views regularly deliver a wide variety of species and occasional rarities. \nNote:  Since Point Lookout State Park is a fee area\, we’ll meet at the Ridge Post Office parking lot and arrange carpooling from there. From Lexington Park drive south on Rte. 235 for 13 miles. Go left on Rte. 5 for 0.7 miles then left into the Ridge Post Office parking lot. \nBathroom facilities available. Flat\, easy terrain. Mosquitos can be problematic so bring bug spray. Sunscreen recommended. Maximum of 15 participants. RSVP to Tyler at 301-862-4623 or jtylerbell@yahoo.com.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/migration-on-the-point-2/
LOCATION:Point Lookout State Park\, St. Mary’s County\, 11175 Point Lookout Road\, Scotland\, MD\, 20687
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230917T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230917T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
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SUMMARY:Learning Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Nature Workshop\nLeader: KAELYN STEWART \nNature journaling is easier than you think! You don’t have to be an artist or a writer to get closer to birds and nature with a notebook and pen. Kaelyn will guide you through exercises that will sharpen your observational skills and expand your personal experience with nature in the tranquil setting of Gilbert Run Park. On our fairly easy walk to a peaceful spot to journal\, we could traverse some slightly hilly areas with exposed tree roots. Comfortable walking shoes recommended. \nRSVP required to president.somdaudubon@gmail.com. Workshop is free.  Open to all ages 10 and above. Sketchbook and pen will be provided. \nDirections:  Eight miles east of La Plata on Route 6. Enter parking lot and look for us beneath a hand-held Southern Maryland Audubon logo sign.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/learning-nature-journaling/
LOCATION:Gilbert Run Park\, 13140 Charles St.\, Charlotte Hall\, MD\, 20622\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230923T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20230821T191838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T191838Z
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SUMMARY:Birding the Fields and Woods of JPPM
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Southern MD Youth Birders Event\nLeader: PHIN ROULAND\, Southern Maryland Audubon Youth Birders Club \nCatch the tail end of migration on another field trip for youth to get into birding!! This wonderful location offers easy walks with little elevation change through open fields\, wooded areas\, and river view which provides for good bird diversity. When finished birding we recommend you checkout this large reserve with archaeological sites & historical\nexhibits\, plus trails and a Native American village. \nMeet at the visitor center/museum parking lot. Loaner binoculars provided\, but please bring your own if you have them! This event will include two adults for supervision of youth. Geared for ages 7 to 18\, but youth under the age of 12 must include an adult. Maximum of 12 youth participants. RSVP to Phin at phin.rouland@gmail.com
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/birding-the-fields-and-woods-of-jppm/
LOCATION:Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum\, 10515 Mackall Rd\, St. Leonard\, MD\, 20685\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230930T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230930T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20230821T192021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T192021Z
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SUMMARY:Birding the Fields and Trails of Sotterley
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip\nLeader: DEAN NEWMAN \nJoin us for a fall excursion to this scenic and historic Patuxent River property\, sponsored jointly by Southern Maryland Audubon and Historic Sotterley. Bald Eagles\, migrant songbirds and lingering meadowlarks and sparrows can be found via Sotterley’s trails and river views. \nDirections: From Rt. 235\, go north on Sotterley Road; turn right through gates to the visitors’ center parking lot. \nEasy walking and very gentle slopes. RSVP to  Dean Newman at deannewman03@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/birding-the-fields-and-trails-of-sotterley/
LOCATION:Historic Sotterley\, 44300 Sotterley Lane\, Hollywood\, MD\, 20636\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231007T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20230821T192405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T192405Z
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SUMMARY:Southern Maryland Birds of Prey
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Meeting Program (Note: in-person and different date and time than regular monthly meeting)\nSpeaker: MIKE CALLAHAN — Southern Maryland Audubon Raptor and Grassland Birds Conservation Co-Chair\, Environmental Educator \nJoin us in-person and meet some of our Southern Maryland raptors face-to-face as raptor expert Mike Callahan\ndiscusses the behavior and habits of the hawks\, eagles and owls indigenous to our region. Mike will be accompanied by several live raptors from the Nanjemoy Creek Environmental Education Center\, providing a closer look at these magnificent and remarkable birds. Mike will discuss the effort to re-establish a sustainable breeding program for Barn Owls which Maryland Department of Natural Resources lists on its Rare\, Threatened\, and Endangered Species lists as rare\, and in need of conservation. \nRSVP not required.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/southern-maryland-birds-of-prey/
LOCATION:Port Tobacco Recreation Center\, 8190 Port Tobacco Road\, Port Tobacco\, MD\, 20677\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231008T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20230821T192541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T192541Z
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SUMMARY:Sharp-Tailed Sparrows and Migrants
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip\nLeader: BOB BOXWELL \nCove Point beach and marsh is a unique habitat on the Western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. A living shoreline project is helping to restore the freshwater marsh from saltwater incursion. We will target sparrows\, marsh inhabitants and migrants. \nFlat sandy walk. May be wet (wind and tide dependent). This is a restricted area and we are limited to ten\nguests. Exact location and directions given upon reservation. RSVP by September 29 to Bob at 410-231-1251 or\nrobertboxwell1@outlook.com.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/sharp-tailed-sparrows-and-migrants-2/
LOCATION:Cove Point\, Private\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231014T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231014T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T001221Z
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SUMMARY:Count Me In for Birds
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip \nLeader: LYNNE WHEELER \nJoin Lynne at the Port Tobacco River Park pavilion and learn how to identify birds\, and count them! This trip will prepare you to participate in upcoming Christmas Bird Counts (CBC) in December. We need your help! Multiple Christmas Bird Counts are held December 16 – December 31 throughout southern Maryland in Charles\, Calvert\, and St. Mary’s County. This is an opportunity to learn how it is done\, as well as how to use the MERLIN bird I.D. smart phone app. We will have a 30-minute discussion at the pavilion\, followed by a bird walk in the park. Binoculars and the MERLIN bird app is recommended. RSVP to Lynne at somdaudubon@yahoo.com or 301-751-8097 (text only).
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/count-me-in-for-birds/
LOCATION:Port Tobacco River Park\, 7740 Chapel Point Road\, Port Tobacco\, MD\, 20677\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231022T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231022T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20230911T001157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230924T040005Z
UID:3475-1697968800-1697974200@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Joy of Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Nature Workshop (New Date)\nLeader: KAELYN STEWART \nAlways wanted to learn nature journaling? Or want to take your journaling up a notch? A great way to spend a fall morning getting closer to birds and nature. Kaelyn will guide us in learning to observe nature on a more intimate level at White Plains Regional Park. An easy walk to a pleasant setting. Workshop is free.  Open to all ages 10 and above. Sketchbook and pen will be provided. Meet in the park parking lot\, look for us beneath a hand-held Southern Maryland Audubon logo sign. RSVP required to president.somdaudubon@gmail.com
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/joy-of-nature-journaling/
LOCATION:White Plains Regional Park\, 1015 St. Charles Parkway\, White Plains\, MD\, 20695\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231028T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20230911T223759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T223759Z
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SUMMARY:October Birding at the Chestnut Land Trust
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip\nLeader: DEAN NEWMAN \nEnjoy the possibility of both late summer migrants heading south and arriving winter songbirds. Easy terrain through field\, wood\, and wetland. \nDirections: From Solomons Island Road turn onto Dares Beach Rd. Continue for 2.5 miles before taking a right onto Double Oak Rd. From here attendees will drive another mile before turning left into the Land Trust parking lot where the walk will begin. No park fee. Contact Dean Newman at deannewman03@gmail.com
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/october-birding-at-the-chestnut-land-trust/
LOCATION:American Chestnut Land Trust\, 676 Double Oak Road\, Prince Frederick\, 20678\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231101T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231101T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20230911T223818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T223818Z
UID:3483-1698865200-1698868800@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Winter Warblers
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Meeting Program via Zoom\nSpeaker:  CODY KENT\, Assistant Professor of Quantitative Vertebrate Biology\, Frostburg State University \nNew World warbler beauty and diversity has long fascinated birders and scientists. Their spring arrival begins the height of bird activity across most of North America. But much of their time is spent wintering in southern latitudes\, particularly in the Caribbean where concentrated warbler diversity reaches its zenith. Research over the last two decades has shed more light on the importance of wintering conditions for their survival and nesting success. Dr. Kent will discuss our current understanding of warbler population biology in the Caribbean including foraging behavior\, distribution and interactions with other species. Dr. Kent completed a Ph.D. at Tulane University where he began research on wintering Caribbean warblers.  His current research includes examining how small-scale land management actions impact bird diversity within Washington DC and large-scale studies of how human activities impact niche diversity in warblers across the United States. \nZoom in and join us online. The presentation is free and open to all. To receive the link to join\, you must sign up for our Osprey newsletter using the form at the bottom of this web page. We will email the link prior to the event.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/winter-warblers/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231206T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20230911T223905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T192412Z
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SUMMARY:Tiger Salamander Restoration in Maryland
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Meeting Program via Zoom\, Saving the Salamanders\nSpeaker: KEVIN STOHLGREN\, Regional Heritage Program biologist for the Maryland\nDepartment of Natural Resources (MD DNR) – Note:  speaker change from Ms. Schlimm.\n\n\nThe MD DNR has been working for years to reverse the decline of tiger salamanders\, which can grow to over a foot in length in Delmarva wetlands. Beth will discuss how wetland biologists have helped restore numerous Delmarva bays by returning hydrology and vegetation to natural conditions favorable to increasing tiger salamander breeding. Although still endangered in Maryland\, these efforts are bearing fruit with an increase in salamander populations over the past few years. Beth has worked for MD DNR since 2016. She is a conservation specialist whose primary responsibilities include monitoring and habitat restoration efforts for rare\, threatened and endangered reptiles and amphibians.\nZoom in and join us online. The presentation is free and open to all. To receive the link to join\, you must sign up for our Osprey newsletter using the form at the bottom of this web page. We will email the link prior to the event.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/tiger-salamander-restoration-in-maryland/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231217
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20231203T231522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231203T231522Z
UID:3572-1702684800-1702771199@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:124th Christmas Bird Count - Four Dates
DESCRIPTION:124th Christmas Bird Count\nPlease join us and help count birds in one of the largest and oldest citizen science programs.  Beginner birders welcome! \nFour Dates Available:\nDecember 16 – Saturday \n\nLocation:  Point Lookout\nCompiler:  Bob Boxwell\, 410-231-1251 or robertboxwell1@outlook.com\nSign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46472862-point\n\nDecember 17 – Sunday\n\nLocation: Port Tobacco\nCompiler:  Gwen Brewer\, Coordinator Contact Mike Callahan\, 240-765-5192 or raptorsrulemc@gmail.com\nSign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46472964-port#/\n\nDecember 23 – Saturday\n\nLocation:  Patuxent River\nCompiler:  Ben Springer\, 443-771-6636 (text preferred) or ben.springer@comcast.net\nSign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46473031-patuxent#/\n\nDecember 30 – Saturday\n\nLocation:  Ft Belvoir\, Maryland Shoreline\nMD Sector Coordinators: Lynne Wheeler\, 301-751-8097 or somdaudubon@yahoo.com and/or Bob Lukinic\, 301-283-6317 or rdlukinic@gmail.com\nSign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46472628-fort#/
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/124th-christmas-bird-count-four-dates-4/
LOCATION:MD
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231218
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20231203T231452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231203T231452Z
UID:3576-1702771200-1702857599@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:124th Christmas Bird Count - Four Dates
DESCRIPTION:124th Christmas Bird Count\nPlease join us and help count birds in one of the largest and oldest citizen science programs.  Beginner birders welcome! \nFour Dates Available:\nDecember 16 – Saturday \n\nLocation:  Point Lookout\nCompiler:  Bob Boxwell\, 410-231-1251 or robertboxwell1@outlook.com\nSign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46472862-point\n\nDecember 17 – Sunday\n\nLocation: Port Tobacco\nCompiler:  Gwen Brewer\, Coordinator Contact Mike Callahan\, 240-765-5192 or raptorsrulemc@gmail.com\nSign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46472964-port#/\n\nDecember 23 – Saturday\n\nLocation:  Patuxent River\nCompiler:  Ben Springer\, 443-771-6636 (text preferred) or ben.springer@comcast.net\nSign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46473031-patuxent#/\n\nDecember 30 – Saturday\n\nLocation:  Ft Belvoir\, Maryland Shoreline\nMD Sector Coordinators: Lynne Wheeler\, 301-751-8097 or somdaudubon@yahoo.com and/or Bob Lukinic\, 301-283-6317 or rdlukinic@gmail.com\nSign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46472628-fort#/\n\n 
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/124th-christmas-bird-count-four-dates-3/
LOCATION:MD
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231224
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20231203T231429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231203T231429Z
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SUMMARY:124th Christmas Bird Count - Four Dates
DESCRIPTION:124th Christmas Bird Count\nPlease join us and help count birds in one of the largest and oldest citizen science programs.  Beginner birders welcome! \nFour Dates Available:\nDecember 16 – Saturday \n\nLocation:  Point Lookout\nCompiler:  Bob Boxwell\, 410-231-1251 or robertboxwell1@outlook.com\nSign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46472862-point\n\nDecember 17 – Sunday\n\nLocation: Port Tobacco\nCompiler:  Gwen Brewer\, Coordinator Contact Mike Callahan\, 240-765-5192 or raptorsrulemc@gmail.com\nSign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46472964-port#/\n\nDecember 23 – Saturday\n\nLocation:  Patuxent River\nCompiler:  Ben Springer\, 443-771-6636 (text preferred) or ben.springer@comcast.net\nSign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46473031-patuxent#/\n\nDecember 30 – Saturday\n\nLocation:  Ft Belvoir\, Maryland Shoreline\nMD Sector Coordinators: Lynne Wheeler\, 301-751-8097 or somdaudubon@yahoo.com and/or Bob Lukinic\, 301-283-6317 or rdlukinic@gmail.com\nSign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46472628-fort#/
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/124th-christmas-bird-count-four-dates-2/
LOCATION:MD
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231230
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231231
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20231203T231410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231203T231410Z
UID:3581-1703894400-1703980799@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:124th Christmas Bird Count - Four Dates
DESCRIPTION:124th Christmas Bird Count\nPlease join us and help count birds in one of the largest and oldest citizen science programs.  Beginner birders welcome! \nFour Dates Available:\nDecember 16 – Saturday \n\nLocation:  Point Lookout\nCompiler:  Bob Boxwell\, 410-231-1251 or robertboxwell1@outlook.com\nSign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46472862-point\n\nDecember 17 – Sunday\n\nLocation: Port Tobacco\nCompiler:  Gwen Brewer\, Coordinator Contact Mike Callahan\, 240-765-5192 or raptorsrulemc@gmail.com\nSign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46472964-port#/\n\nDecember 23 – Saturday\n\nLocation:  Patuxent River\nCompiler:  Ben Springer\, 443-771-6636 (text preferred) or ben.springer@comcast.net\nSign up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46473031-patuxent#/\n\nDecember 30 – Saturday\n\nLocation:  Ft Belvoir\, Maryland Shoreline\nMD Sector Coordinators: Lynne Wheeler\, 301-751-8097 or somdaudubon@yahoo.com and/or Bob Lukinic\, 301-283-6317 or rdlukinic@gmail.com\nSign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46472628-fort#/
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/124th-christmas-bird-count-four-dates/
LOCATION:MD
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240106T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20231203T231351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231203T231351Z
UID:3560-1704535200-1704540600@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:All the Dirt on Winter Sowing Native Plant Seeds
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Meeting/Workshop Program In-person\nSpeakers: MOLLY MOORE\, President Southern Maryland Audubon\, & member MARLENE SMITH. Both are Charles County Master Gardeners. \nNative plants are critical to supporting birds\, butterflies\, bees and other pollinators\, but they can be expensive to buy! Learn how to grow your own natives from seeds in milk jugs—in the dead of winter. In this hands-on\, in-person workshop\, you’ll plant jugs to take home. Please bring at least one clean milk jug or similar sized container (translucent or clear\, not white). We will have extras and all other supplies\, including seeds available. \nWorkshop is free and open to all but limited to 30 participants. \nYou may sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-46076755-winter \nMeeting to be held in Room A of the Waldorf-West library\, address below.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/all-the-dirt-on-winter-sowing-native-plant-seeds/
LOCATION:Charles County Public Library – Waldorf West\, 10405 O’Donnell Place\, Waldorf\, MD\, 20603\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240120T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20240108T012659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T012659Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Waterfowl Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Jan. 20\, 2024. 8 a.m.-noon\nJefferson Patterson Park\, Calvert County\n10515 Mackall Rd\, St Leonard\, MD 20685\nLeader: Tyler Bell\nOpen fields and wooded areas provide good land birding and the river frontage offers close views of waterfowl including Horned Grebe\, Long-tailed Duck\, lots of Ruddy Ducks\, both scaup\, Common Goldeneye and many others!\nCall or email Tyler for directions to the meeting spot. Maximum of 10 participants. SMAS Covid rules may apply. Will discuss with attendees prior to the trip. RSVP to Tyler at 301-862-4623 or\njtylerbell@yahoo.com.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/winter-waterfowl-field-trip/
LOCATION:Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum\, 10515 Mackall Rd\, St. Leonard\, MD\, 20685\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240127T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240127T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20240108T005246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T010812Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Sowing Native Plants\, Veggies & Herbs in-Person Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, Jan. 27\, 2024. 2-3:30 PM\nSpeakers: MOLLY MOORE\, President Southern Maryland Audubon\, & member MARLENE SMITH. Both are Charles County Master Gardeners. \nNative plants are critical to supporting birds\, butterflies\, bees and other pollinators\, but they can be expensive to buy! Learn how to grow your own natives from seeds in milk jugs—in the dead of winter. In this hands-on\, in-person workshop\, you’ll plant jugs to take home. Please bring at least one clean milk jug or similar sized container (translucent or clear\, not white). We will have extras and all other supplies\, including seeds available.\nTo register\, sign up here:\nhttps://stmalib.libnet.info/event/9177203?registration=truePlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Comment or Message *PhoneSubmit
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/winter-sowing-native-plants-veggies-herbs-in-person-workshop/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s County Public Library Lexington Park\, 21677 FDR Blvd.\, Lexington Park\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240207T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20240108T014920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T032255Z
UID:3667-1707332400-1707336000@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Think Like a Raven: Monthly Meeting Zoom Talk
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Feb. 7\, 2024. 7-8 p.m. ZOOM \nCommon Ravens were identified as a breeding species for the first time ever in Charles County last year and sightings are becoming more frequent. Dr. John Marsluff\, a professor at the University of Washington College of the Environment and a top authority on Ravens\, will discuss his fascinating research in Yellowstone Park. His work provides insight on what we can expect from Ravens as they expand their range in Southern Maryland.\nDr. Marsluff studies the impact of habitat change\, fragmentation and increased urbanization on birds. He focuses primarily on corvids\, but has worked with falcons and hawks throughout the world. He is the author of several science books about crows\, including his most recent “Gifts of the Crow.” He has been awarded the HR Peyton award from the Cooper Ornithological Society as well as the the Washington state book award for general non-fiction.   \nTo receive the link for this free talk sign up for our “Osprey” newsletter on the homepage of our website at www.somdaudubon.org. Common Raven in Yellowstone National Park by Molly Moore
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/think-like-a-raven-monthly-meeting-zoom-talk/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Monthly Zoom Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240306T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240306T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20240108T020340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T124747Z
UID:3672-1709751600-1709751600@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Safe Skies-How we can protect birds from window collisions: Monthly Zoom Meeting
DESCRIPTION:March 6\, 2024. 7-8 p.m. Zoom. \nAn estimated 1 billion birds die every year in window collisions. Safe Skies Maryland was created to empower citizens to learn more about this major threat to birds and how to prevent it. Dr. Mark Southerland\, director of Safe Skies Maryland\, will provide solutions for how you can stop bird collisions with your home windows\, as well as how you can get involved in community efforts to equip public buildings with bird-safe windows.\nDr. Southerland earned a PhD in ecology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and works as an environmental consultant supporting the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. He also leads the legislative program of Safe Skies Maryland campaign for bird safe buildings laws at county\, city and state levels.\nTo receive the Zoom link for our talk\, sign up for our “Osprey” newsletter on our homepage at www.somdaudubon.org.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/safe-skies-how-we-can-protect-birds-from-window-collisions-monthly-zoom-meeting/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Monthly Zoom Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240309T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240309T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20240229T124516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T124716Z
UID:3828-1709971200-1709971200@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Winter Birds at Pax River Airfield Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:March 9 – SATURDAY – 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  \nField Trip Patuxent River Naval Air Station\, St. Mary’s County 21866 Cedar Point\, Bldg. 2189\, NAS Patuxent River\, MD 20670. Gate #2 “WINTER BIRDS AND TUNDRA SPECIALISTS AT PAX RIVER AIRFIELD”  \nLeader: Dean Newman \nWe are fortunate to have access to sections of the Navy base fronting on the confluence of the Patuxent River and the Chesapeake Bay\, which hosts airfields that provide tundra-like habitat. Previous trips have turned up winter birds such as Snow Bunting\, Lapland Longspurs\, Short-eared Owls\, Horned Larks\, Savannah Sparrows\, Wilson’s Snipe and Peregrine Falcon. Preregistration is required and open to U.S. citizens only. Must bring photo ID. Meet at pass office parking lot\, Gate #2. We will be escorted and traveling together in a van; participant size is limited to 13. No restrooms.Preregister to  Dean Newman at deannewman03@gmail.com
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/winter-birds-at-pax-river-airfield-field-trip/
LOCATION:Patuxent River Naval Air Station\, 21866 Cedar Point\, Bldg. 2189\, NAS Patuxent River\, Maryland\, 20670
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240323T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240323T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20240217T203602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T205124Z
UID:3778-1711188000-1711191600@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:How to Create Your Own Bird B & B
DESCRIPTION:March 23-SATURDAY- 10 a.m.-11 a.m.\nLexington Park Library\, St. Mary’s County\n21677 FDR Blvd.\, Lexington Park\, MD\nPresenter: Molly Moore\, President\, Southern Maryland Audubon Society\nLearn how to attract more birds and pollinators to your yard\, patio or deck without spending a fortune. We will give you tips for providing the native plants\, water sources and shelter birds need to thrive—whether you have a big garden or an apartment window box. And we’ll show you how to make your windows and surroundings safer for the birds you attract. Weather permitting\, we will move outside to identify birds visiting the library grounds. Bring binoculars if you have them\, but we will also have loaners.\nFREE. Register here: https://stmalib.libnet.info/event/9929489
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/how-to-create-your-own-bird-b-b/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s County Public Library Lexington Park\, 21677 FDR Blvd.\, Lexington Park\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240326T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240326T194500
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20240322T173643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T173643Z
UID:3918-1711479600-1711482300@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Learn about Proposed SoMD Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Zoom Meeting (Tues. March 26th\, 7:00 to 7:45 p.m.)\nSpeaker: Dan Murphy\, chief of the Division of Habitat Restoration for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service/Chesapeake Bay Field Office. \nPlease come join the Southern Maryland Audobon Society (SMAS) zoom presentation by Dan Murphy to learn about\, and how you can support\, the proposed Southern Maryland Woodlands National Wildlife Refuge in Anne Arundel\, Calvert\, Charles\, Prince George’s and St. Mary’s counties to protect the habitats of birds\, fish and other wildlife. \nDan Murphy will describe the proposed refuge plan\, opportunities for landowners and wildlife\, and details on the 45-day public comment period now open. \nThe proposal would conserve up to 40\,000 acres in fee-title acquisitions or easements from willing sellers across four watersheds\, helping to conserve habitats that support threatened and endangered species\, waterfowl and migratory birds of conservation concern. \nSMAS is hosting this important meeting without the usual reservation requirement.  So please attend and pass the word. \nJoin Zoom meeting here: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85910554226?pwd=ejQ1UUFyYXpWZXZRbmZ4RDRtbWVhUT09 \nMeeting ID: 859 1055 4226 \nPasscode: 492085 \nOne tap mobile \n+13017158592\,\,85910554226#\,\,\,\,*492085# US (Washington DC) \n+16469313860\,\,85910554226#\,\,\,\,*492085# US \nDial by your location \n• +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) \n• +1 646 931 3860 US \n• +1 305 224 1968 US \n• +1 309 205 3325 US \n• +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n• +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \n• +1 689 278 1000 US \n• +1 719 359 4580 US \n• +1 253 205 0468 US \n• +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \n• +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \n• +1 360 209 5623 US \n• +1 386 347 5053 US \n• +1 507 473 4847 US \n• +1 564 217 2000 US \n• +1 669 444 9171 US \n• +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) \nMeeting ID: 859 1055 4226 \nPasscode: 492085 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/km8swcANv
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/learn-about-proposed-somd-wildlife-refuge/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240330T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20240217T204101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T204101Z
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Early Migration at the Point
DESCRIPTION:March 30 – SATURDAY – 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nPoint Lookout State Park\, St Mary’s County\n10444 Point Lookout Rd\, Scotland\, MD 20687 \nLeader: Phin Rouland\nCatch some of the earliest signs of migration at one of Maryland’s peak hotspots. Attendees will meet at the picnic area parking and together we’ll walk down to the Point. We’ll scan both the Chesapeake and Potomac waters for any remaining winter waterfowl as well as for spring arrivals including Osprey\, Brown Pelican\, and tern species. At the point we’ll target Northern Gannet which are in peak numbers passing by on migration. We’ll spend what time is left around the picnic area and on trails around Fort Lincoln. Highlights could include arriving swallow species\, Blue-gray Gnatcatcher\, and Yellow-throated Warbler. Flat but unpaved\, approximately 2 mile walk. Gate fee $3 per car. Restrooms available. Limit 12.\nRSVP at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0844A8A923ABFFC70-47681455-early or to phin.rouland@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/field-trip-early-migration-at-the-point/
LOCATION:Point Lookout State Park\, St. Mary’s County\, 11175 Point Lookout Road\, Scotland\, MD\, 20687
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240403T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20240313T004009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T004016Z
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SUMMARY:Wild Sex: How Nature Does It
DESCRIPTION:April 3\, 2024. 7-8 p.m. Monthly meeting Zoom talk.\nNature is WILD and sometimes competition for reproduction is fierce–from birds and bees to orchids! Join naturalist Kerry Wixted and learn how different plants and animals procreate in odd\, interesting\, and sometimes deadly ways. Kerry Wixted\, a Maryland naturalist with over 15 years’ experience studying flora and fauna of Maryland\, is the Amphibian & Reptile and Invasive Species Program Manager at the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies. She has previously worked for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. She holds a B.S. degree in Wildlife and Fishers Management from Frostburg State University\, and a M.S. degree in Biology from West Virginia University. To receive the Zoom link please email: president.somdaudubon@gmail.com.\nThis lecture may qualify for Master Naturalist and Master Gardener continuing education hours.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/wild-sex-how-nature-does-it/
LOCATION:MD
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240406T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240406T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20240217T204828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T000907Z
UID:3786-1712397600-1712419200@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Maryland Osprey Nature Festival
DESCRIPTION:April 6 – SATURDAY – 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.\nDrum Point Club\, Lusby\, Calvert County\nSouthern Maryland Audubon is proud to be a co-sponsor of this family event celebrating all things Osprey. We will offer bird trips in a beautiful waterfront forest. We’ll also have a table with info on Ospreys and Osprey swag.\nFor the details on lectures\, children’s crafts and other activities at the event visit: https://marylandospreyfestival.org/
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/maryland-osprey-nature-festival-2/
LOCATION:Drum Point Club\, Lusby\, MD
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240406T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240406T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20240321T190308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T190308Z
UID:3873-1712401200-1712408400@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Chapman Forest:  Forest Ecology\, Spring Bird\, and Ephemeral Plant Walk and Talk
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip: Talk & Walk  (11 am to 1 pm)\nLeader: Lynne Wheeler \nJoin us at historic Mount Aventine situated within Chapman State Park\, a 2200-acre forest. This is a joint event hosted by our new local chapter Wild Ones Chesapeake Bay\, a national non-profit focusing on incorporating native plants into our landscape\, presented by Lynne\, Membership Chair for Southern Maryland Audubon Society and Wild Ones Chesapeake Bay. The event starts with a 40-minute talk at the historic Mount Aventine\, an 1840 antebellum home\, about the unique forest ecology of Chapman Forest. Come and learn about how native plant communities are a direct result of their ecology. As they say: location\, location\, location. The combination of deep ravines\, calcareous soils\, and close proximity to the Potomac River has produced a remarkable flora predominately composed of species typical of the inner piedmont and carbonate areas of the Appalachians that are otherwise are to absent on the Coastal Plain\, especially in association. Chapman Forest is considered to be Maryland’s largest and finest example of this natural community type. It is also designated as an Important Bird Area by Audubon. After the presentation we will take a 60 – 90-minute walk into the forest looking for spring ephemeral plants and birds. \nRSVP required. Space limited to 15. \nRSVP at Signup Genius or to Lynne at somdaudubon@yahoo.com or text to 301-751-8097.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/chapman-forest-forest-ecology-spring-bird-and-ephemeral-plant-walk-and-talk/
LOCATION:Mount Aventine Chapman State Park\, 3452 Ferry Pl\, Indian Head\, MD\, 20640\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240413T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240413T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20240321T190404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T190404Z
UID:3880-1712998800-1713024000@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Virginia Osprey Festival at Colonial Beach
DESCRIPTION:Virginia Osprey Festival (9 am to 4 pm)\nVisit the Southern Maryland Audubon Society’s table at the Virginia Osprey Festival which will include great bird info as well as bird crafts for kids. \nFestival features Osprey and nature experts and exhibits\, arts and crafts vendors\, food and music — and starring the Ospreys which have built nests throughout the town of Colonia Beach\, VA. \nEvents on Town Hill are free. Tickets required for special presentations in the Fisheries Building.\nMore details at: Festival Details.
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/virginia-osprey-festival-at-colonial-beach/
LOCATION:Town Hill in Colonial Beach\, VA\, Town Hill (Intersection of Colonial Avenue and Washington Avenue)\, Colonial Beach\, VA\, 22443\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240420T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222322
CREATED:20240321T190427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T095730Z
UID:3883-1713603600-1713614400@www.somdaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Birding Program and Walk at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip – Earth Day Talk & Walk  (9 am to noon)\nLeader: Annette Cook \nJoin SMAS for a short birding program in the JPPM Visitor’s Center Conference Room\, during which attendees will be introduced to the Merlin bird identification app. The program will be followed by a slow\, guided bird-walk along the park’s trails. \nMeet at the Visitor’s Center by 8:55am\, parking is available across the entrance road from the VC. A limited number of loaner binoculars will be available. Attendees are invited to bring a picnic lunch for after the walk concludes. A large cooler will be available to keep food items cool until lunch. Target Species: JPPM’s many micro-habitats offer the chance to see waterfowl\, woodpeckers\, raptors and various songbirds. Terrain: Easy. Mostly level\, paved or gravel. There is a boardwalk with some steps. Wear comfortable shoes; we will stick to trails\, but some muck is possible. Pace: Slow\, with much pausing to binoculate! We may pause to sit quietly and see what comes to us. Distance: About 1 mile total. Restrooms: Available in Visitor’s Center\, Pavilion\, and portable units in King’s Reach Field parking lot and along Indian Village Trail. \nRSVP at Signup Genius or to acook.somdaudubon@gmail.com
URL:https://www.somdaudubon.org/event/earth-day-birding-program-and-walk-at-jefferson-patterson-park/
LOCATION:Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum\, 10515 Mackall Rd\, St. Leonard\, MD\, 20685\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Southern Maryland Audubon Society":MAILTO:somdaudubon@gmail.com
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