Fall Bird Banding
2024-09-11 07:30 - 11:00, 2024-09-13 07:30 - 11:00, 2024-09-16 07:30 - 11:00, 2024-09-18 07:30 - 11:00, 2024-09-20 07:30 - 11:00, 2024-09-23 07:30 - 11:00, 2024-09-25 07:30 - 11:00, 2024-09-27 07:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) and 15 more dates | Nature Center at Shaker Lakes, 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio, 44120
Meet Julie West at the table near the right side of the driveway to observe migratory birds as they are banded. Generally, the timing is around 30 minutes after sunrise and goes until 12PM. Weather permitting. Free. All ages and abilities welcome.

The Big Sit
2024-10-13 07:00 - 19:00
The Big Sit, also known as the ultimate tailgate party for bird watchers, is a 24-hour period of birdwatching!
Attending The Big Sit is free, and no registration is required. Pledges and donations are accepted to support bird banding research and bird-related projects here at the Nature Center. Pledges can be made in-person at the Nature Center, on Sunday at the Big Sit or by email to Julie West at jwest@ameritech.net.
Registration Link: https://shakerlakes.doubleknot.com/event/the-big-sit-2024/3064731

Build-a-Birdhouse Workshop
2024-12-17 18:00 - 19:30
Build-a-Birdhouse Workshop
Tuesday, December 17 | 6pm – 7:30pm | Nature Center
Join us with your family and friends for a fun, winter craft- a gift that keeps on giving back to nature! We’ll be creating sturdy birdhouses that provide safe havens for local bird species and learning the role they play in supporting our feathered friends.
Please note: No prior experience necessary! To ensure your birdhouse is dry and ready to be placed outdoors, it will need to stay at the Nature Center for 48 hours before it can be picked up.
Come join us for a cozy crafting night of creativity! One birdhouse can be worked on by an entire family or group of friends. $32 per birdhouse includes all materials, instruction, and presentation.
Registration Link: https://givebutter.com/KjEGDE

Christmas Bird Count
2024-12-21 08:00 - 17:00
Christmas Bird Count
Saturday, December 21 | Nature Center
The Christmas Bird Count is a long-standing program of the National Audubon Society, with over 100 years of citizen science involvement. Come join us for a bird walk to locate and identify our resident winter birds. Count and tally the number of birds you can see or hear throughout the day.

Guided Bird Walk
2025-01-05 08:00 - 09:30
1/5/2025 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Join a guided walk through the Shaker Parklands looking and listening for birds. The first walk of each month begins on our ADA-accessible boardwalk and moves to dirt trails throughout the Parklands. The second walk of each month is fully accessible and includes an ASL interpreter. For all hikes, meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Binoculars are available. Rain or shine. Free. $5 suggested donation. Registration required.
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Accessible Bird Walk
2025-01-19 08:00 - 09:30
1/19/2025 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Join a guided walk through the Shaker Parklands looking and listening for birds. The first walk of each month begins on our ADA-accessible boardwalk and moves to dirt trails throughout the Parklands. The second walk of each month is fully accessible and includes an ASL interpreter. For all hikes, meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Binoculars are available. Rain or shine. Free. $5 suggested donation. Registration required.
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Accessible Bird Walk - Rescheduled!
2025-01-26 08:00 - 09:30
1/26/2025 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Join a guided walk through the Shaker Parklands looking and listening for birds. The first walk of each month begins on our ADA-accessible boardwalk and moves to dirt trails throughout the Parklands. The second walk of each month is fully accessible and includes an ASL interpreter. For all hikes, meet in the Nature Center parking lot. Binoculars are available. Rain or shine. Free. $5 suggested donation. Registration required.
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February Build-a-Birdhouse Workshop
2025-02-28 18:30 - 20:00
February Build-a-Birdhouse Workshop
Friday, February 28 | 6:30PM – 8PM | Nature Center
Back by popular demand! Join us with your family and friends for a fun, winter craft- a gift that keeps on giving back to nature! We’ll be creating sturdy birdhouses that provide safe havens for local bird species and learning the role they play in supporting our feathered friends.
Come join us for a cozy crafting night of creativity! One birdhouse can be worked on by an entire family or group of friends. $32 per birdhouse includes all materials, instruction, and presentation.
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