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SUMMARY:October 16th Monthly Meeting Program
DESCRIPTION:Join Park Manager Steve Ward for a presentation and discussion on the management of Radnor Lake the past 10 years and what is ahead for Radnor Lake State Natural Area for the next 10 years. \nSteve Ward has been the Park Manager at Radnor Lake State Natural Area & State Park since December 2001. He is a Native of Donelson\, Tennessee. Steve is a USMC Veteran\, graduate of Middle Tennessee State University with a BS degree in Geoscience\, and a state park ranger with Tennessee State Parks since 1995. \nPlease join us to learn more about this beloved State Natural Area and State Park where NTOS meets monthly and hikes in Spring and Fall during bird migration. \nRadnor Lake Visitors Center at 1160 Otter Creek Road on the third Thursday of every month (except July and August). We usually gather and greet one another at 7:00 pm; have a Business Meeting at 7:15; followed by a program at 7:30 pm.\nAll are welcome. Membership in NTOS is not required.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/october-16th-monthly-meeting-program/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,NTOS Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T070000
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SUMMARY:November 1st - Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 1st – Duck River Unit\, Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge \nFor our November walk\, we will be guided by Daniel Redwine as we continue our annual tradition of \nvisiting the Duck River Unit just before its seasonal closure. This beautiful refuge is a prime birding \nspot in early November\, with large numbers of waterfowl already returned for the winter. With luck\, \nwe could spot up to 20 species of ducks and geese. Duck River is also a reliable location for winter- \ning raptors such as Bald Eagles\, Northern Harriers\, Red-tailed Hawks\, and perhaps a falcon or two. \nWe’ll also focus on sparrows\, with the potential to see at least 10 species. If conditions are favora- \nble\, we’ll possibly offer an optional “sparrow stomp” through marshy fields in hopes of flushing out \nLeConte’s Sparrow and other skulking species. \nCarpooling is highly encouraged for this trip due to limited parking and group coordination. For \nthose who wish to carpool\, please meet at the MTA Park-and-Ride in Bellevue and depart \npromptly at 6:15am\, or you can meet us directly at the refuge entrance (35.97407\, -87.95305) at \n8:00am. \nPlease dress in layers for the weather\, bring water and snacks\, and if you plan to participate in the \nsparrow stomp\, waterproof shoes or muck boots are strongly recommended. We expect to wrap up \nby mid-day or early afternoon. Come join us for one of the season’s best birding outings!
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/november-1st-field-trip/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183039Z
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SUMMARY:November 20th Monthly Meeting and Program description
DESCRIPTION:Radnor Lake Visitors Center at 1160 Otter Creek Road on the third Thursday of every month (except July and August). We usually gather and greet one another at 7:00 pm; have a Business Meeting at 7:15; followed by a program at 7:30 pm.\nAll are welcome. Membership in NTOS is not required.\n\nIn July of 2024\, Jon May and his traveling companions embarked on a two-week trip taking them from north to south through Brazil’s Pantanal\, the vast UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in central South America.  The expedition concluded with a three-day visit to Iguazu Falls\, certainly one of the world’s most spectacular waterfalls. Please join us as Jon shares a photographic sampling of the dazzling variety of birds and wildlife encountered throughout the Pantanal\, including Jaguar\, Hyacinth Macaw\, Crested Caracara\, Jabiru Stork\, Giant River Otter\, and Giant Anteater.\n\nJon May is a long-time member of NTOS – probably since the late 1970’s or early 1980’s. He has had a lifelong interest in outdoor activities\, travel\, and nature photography. Since retirement eleven years ago he has been fortunate to be able to pursue those interests more actively. Jon\, his wife\, and daughter have traveled extensively in natural areas and parks  in the US\, in Africa\, and in Central and South America.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/november-20th-monthly-meeting-and-program-description/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,NTOS Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T183513Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Christmas Gathering\, meeting and program - December 18th
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our final 2025 NTOS monthly meeting and program which will include a Holiday Potluck meal. Please bring your favorite dish to share. (NTOS will provide all drinks and paper products.)  We will begin gathering at 6:00 p.m. and eat together. We will have a very short business meeting and election at 7:15 followed by the program\, Birding India when Ken Oeser will present photographs and stories from his time in India. \n“Birding India” presented by Ken Oeser – Our December program will be presented by Ken Oeser who traveled to India with a WINGS Birding Tour earlier in 2025. The tour was of northern India from Delhi all the way to the lower Himalayan Mountains including  several National Parks. \nKen Oeser has always lived in and around Nashville and is a long-time member of NTOS.  In addition to birding in Tennessee counties\, Ken has recently completed birding in all 50 states with a total of over 100 species. \n 
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/annual-christmas-gathering-meeting-and-program-december-18th/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,NTOS Meeting
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251221
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SUMMARY:2025 Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:The NTOS 2025 Christmas Bird Counts dates will be Saturday\, December 20th and Thursday\, Januaary 1st. \nInformation will be forthcoming as time draws nearer….but mark those calendars and join us for this annual event.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/2025-christmas-bird-count/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T180911Z
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SUMMARY:"Lake CBC Count" - January 1st
DESCRIPTION:NTOS Second Christmas Bird Count will take place on January 1st.  For information or to volunteer please contact Richard Connors – didymops07@gmail.com \nPlease put CBC in the subject… \nThank you!
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/lake-cbc-count-january-1st/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20251209T154940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T154940Z
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SUMMARY:NTOS Monthly Meeting - January 15th
DESCRIPTION:The Nashville Chapter of the Tennessee Ornithological Society (NTOS) meetings are held at the Radnor Lake Visitors Center at 1160 Otter Creek Road on the third Thursday of every month (except July and August). We usually gather and greet one another at 7:00 pm; have a Business Meeting at 7:15; followed by a program at 7:30 pm. All are welcome. Membership in NTOS is not required. \n\nThis month’s program is “Jammin’ in Jamaica” presented by NTOS member Steve Lasley.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/ntos-monthly-meeting-january-15th-2/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,NTOS Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20251207T180005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T222656Z
UID:5322-1769846400-1769868000@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED due to dangerous road conditions - Field Trip to Hatchie NWR - O'Neal Lake
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED DUE TO DANGEROUS ROAD CONDITIONS….Kick off the new birding year with NTOS as we head west to the beautiful Hatchie National Wildlife Refuge! We will join trip leader Mark Greene for a morning walk around O’Neal Lake\, where we’ll search for flocks of wintering waterfowl and scan the surrounding fields for seasonal specialties. Our walk will largely take place along a gravel road\, but sturdy footwear is recommended. \nWe’ll meet at 8:00 AM ON JANUARY 31ST at the O’Neal Lake parking area\, just past the Hatchie NWR Visitor Center at 6772 TN-76 Stanton\, TN 38069 (Coordinates: 35.49797\, -89.26051). \nDress warmly\, bring a spotting scope if you have one\, and come enjoy a crisp winter morning exploring one of West Tennessee’s most scenic refuges. Let’s start the year off birding together! \nFor questions\, contact Shelley Smith at wkusmith@gmail.com and include “NTOS Field Trip” in the subject line. \nPlease note: This field trip may be canceled if hazardous weather conditions arise. Any cancellations will be announced as soon as possible on the TN-Bird Listserv and NTOS’s social media accounts.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/january-24th-field-trip-to-hatchie-nwr-oneal-lake/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T180200Z
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SUMMARY:February 14th - Field trip to Fowler Rd Irrigation Pond - Lincoln County
DESCRIPTION:What better way to brighten up chilly February than with two NTOS field trips on the calendar? \nFirst up: Saturday\, February 14th\, when we’ll head to one of Tennessee’s premier birding hotspots\, the Fowler Road Irrigation Pond. Trip leader Avery Fish knows this site very well and has turned up an impressive list of species here over the years. \nOur targets for the morning include a great mix of waterfowl and sparrows\, with possibilities like LeConte’s Sparrow\, Western Meadowlark\, Longspurs\, and Short-eared Owl. \nWe’ll be walking through grassy areas\, so waterproof boots or muck boots are strongly recommended. \nBecause parking at the pond is extremely limited\, we’ll meet at 7:30 AM at the Lincoln Park Shopping Center near the McDonald’s in Fayetteville (Address: 1410 Huntsville Hwy\, Fayetteville\, TN 37334; Coordinates: 35.13046\, -86.56586) and carpool the short 20-minute drive to the site. If you have a vehicle that can comfortably transport other participants\, please bring it; carpooling is essential for this trip. \nFor questions\, contact Shelley Smith at wkusmith@gmail.com and include “NTOS Field Trip” in the subject line. \nBundle up and join us for what promises to be a fantastic winter outing! \nPlease note: This field trip may be canceled if hazardous weather conditions arise. Any cancellations will be announced as soon as possible on the TN-Bird Listserv and NTOS’s social media accounts.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/february-14th-field-trip-to-fowler-rd-irrigation-pond-lincoln-county/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20251209T155134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T184508Z
UID:5334-1771527600-1771534800@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:NTOS Monthly meeting - FEBRUARY 19th - CANCELLED DUE TO STORM DAMAGE AND SUBSEQUENT CLEAN-UP!
DESCRIPTION:The FEBRUARY MEETING of the Nashville Chapter of the Tennessee Ornithological Society (NTOS) has been CANCELLED. \nThe recent ICE storm caused extensive tree damage to the Park.  The Park also remains without electricity and water. \n\nClean-up and restoration is expected to take until at least March 1st. \nPlease make sure to check back here to see if the March meeting will take place so you don’t make an unnecessary trip over there to find a locked gate. \nWe will attempt to reschedule our speaker for another month. \nField trips will take place as scheduled unless notified by Shelley Smith. \nThank you for your understanding…be well and take good care.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/ntos-monthly-meeting-february-19th/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,NTOS Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260226T181904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T181904Z
UID:14940-1772092800-1772125200@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:Join us for the Annual Spring Meeting...
DESCRIPTION:TOS Registration Form 2026
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/join-us-for-the-annual-spring-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20251207T180340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T180340Z
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SUMMARY:February 28th - Field Trip to Cornelia Fort Airpark - Davidson County
DESCRIPTION:For our second field trip of the month\, we’re staying close to home and heading to one of Nashville’s popular birding spots: Cornelia Fort Airpark in Shelby Bottoms Park. Trip leader Ariel Dunham\, an expert on the birds of Shelby Park\, will guide us on this outing on Saturday\, February 28th. \nThis trip offers a unique twist: we’ll begin in the afternoon\, exploring the ponds for waterfowl and sparrows as we make our way toward sunset. As dusk settles\, we’ll keep our eyes on the open fields\, hoping to catch a Short-eared Owl sweeping across the airpark. \nWe’ll meet at 3:30 PM at the Airpark parking area (Address: 2640 Airpark Dr Nashville\, TN 37206; coordinates: 36.19080\, -86.70387). Dress warmly and wear sturdy footwear as we’ll be navigating pasture areas around the ponds. \nFor questions\, contact Shelley Smith at wkusmith@gmail.com and include “NTOS Field Trip” in the subject line. \nPlan to join us for an afternoon of late-winter birdwatching! \nPlease note: This field trip may be canceled if hazardous weather conditions arise. Any cancellations will be announced as soon as possible on the TN-Bird Listserv and NTOS’s social media accounts.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/february-28th-field-trip-to-cornelia-fort-airpark-davidson-county/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20251209T155437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T155437Z
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SUMMARY:NTOS Monthly meeting - MARCH 19th
DESCRIPTION:The Nashville Chapter of the Tennessee Ornithological Society (NTOS) meetings are held at the Radnor Lake Visitors Center at 1160 Otter Creek Road on the third Thursday of every month (except July and August). We usually gather and greet one another at 7:00 pm; have a Business Meeting at 7:15; followed by a program at 7:30 pm. All are welcome. Membership in NTOS is not required. \nThis month’s program is “Birding Agentina” by Graham Gerdeman.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/ntos-monthly-meeting-march-19th/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,NTOS Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20251207T180519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T180622Z
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SUMMARY:March 21st - Lytle/Ravenwood Park - Davidson County
DESCRIPTION:Come explore Lytle Park\, one of the newest gems in Nashville’s expanding park system! \nOur fall field trips to this park have consistently drawn great interest\, and this year we’re switching things up with a visit in a different season. March brings a unique blend of lingering winter species and the earliest signs of spring migration. From sparrows and raptors to waterfowl on the ponds\, this under-birded landscape promises exciting discoveries even in the final weeks of winter. \nFor this field trip\, we’ll be guided by Grant Winter\, a local birder who frequents Lytle/Ravenwood Park and knows its habitats well. March 21st offers a wonderful blend of lingering winter species and the first hints of early spring migration. \nWe’ll meet at 7:00 AM at the parking lot and playground at Ravenwood Park in Hermitage (Park Coordinates: 36.190870\, -86.646290). Trails are largely unimproved\, so sturdy footwear is recommended\, and early mornings can be chilly so please dress warmly. \nFor questions\, contact Shelley Smith at wkusmith@gmail.com and include “NTOS Field Trip” in the subject line. \nJoin us as we explore the beauty of Lytle/Ravenwood Park in late winter! \nPlease note: This field trip may be canceled if hazardous weather conditions arise. Any cancellations will be announced as soon as possible on the TN-Bird Listserv and NTOS’s social media accounts.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/march-21st-lytle-ravenwood-park-davidson-county/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260313T192125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T192125Z
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SUMMARY:April 16th - Monthly meeting - 7 pm followed by a wonderful program...
DESCRIPTION:April 16th – “Forty Favorite Spring Songsters” – \npresented by Richard Connors\n \nRichard will conduct a mini workshop\, with a brief review and quiz to brush up on our Spring migrant and resident songbirds. He will share tips and techniques to better identify and enjoy our local birdsong. With practice\, he says\, you may be less dependent on\, and maybe even outperform\, your Merlin app.\n\n\nRichard Connors is a Nashville photographer\, naturalist and birder. A long-time member of TOS\, Richard has served as NTOS chapter president and as state president. He has used his birding skills developed over the years in scientific projects such as USFWS Breeding Bird Surveys\, Partners in Flight point counts\, Christmas bird counts\, and seasonal surveys. For several years he conducted Beginning Birding and Birding by Ear classes at Warner Parks and at Radnor Lake S.P.  In recent years\, dragonflies and damselflies\, and butterflies have come into focus as favorite subjects. But Spring birds will always be a favorite.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/april-16th-monthly-meeting-7-pm-followed-by-a-wonderful-program/
CATEGORIES:NTOS Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260304T011456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T011456Z
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SUMMARY:April 18th Field Trip to Harpeth River State Park-Gossett Tract (Cheatham Co.) - 7:00 am
DESCRIPTION:Join NTOS for a spring field trip to the Gossett Tract of Harpeth River State Park (1230 Cedar Hill Rd\, Kingston Springs\, TN 37082)\, a scenic riverside property in Kingston Springs. This tract features a mix of open fields\, riparian habitat along the Harpeth River\, and wooded edges making it an excellent spot to look for early spring migrants as well as resident species. The river corridor can be especially productive for swallows\, warblers\, vireos\, and flycatchers\, while the fields may host sparrows and other grassland birds. \nWe’ll begin at 7:00 a.m. and take an approximately 2-mile walk along the gravel and natural-surface pathways. The terrain is relatively flat and open\, offering wide views of the surrounding habitat. \nBring water\, binoculars\, and dress for the weather. We hope you’ll join us for a beautiful spring morning along the Harpeth!
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/april-18th-field-trip-to-harpeth-river-state-park-gossett-tract-cheatham-co-700-am/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260304T010629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T010629Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning Radnor Lake walks...April 22nd - 7:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Join us for these ever popular Wednesday morning Spring migration walks at Radnor Lake State Park. \nMeet at the kiosk to the right of the Visitor’s Center by 7:30 am. \nIf you get stuck in traffic or are running a bit late…we always take the same route.  Up the road\, across the spillway and up the trail to Long Bridge. \nCome for an hour or the whole walk.  Free and open to the Public.  No registration needed. No experience needed as there will be birders of all levels there to help identify the birds. \nThis first walk will be lead by NTOS member Richard Connor’s.  He’ll keep the ‘official’ bird list so call them out as you see them.  Feel free to also keep your own list if you choose.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/wednesday-morning-radnor-lake-walks-april-22nd-730-am/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260304T012258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T012504Z
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SUMMARY:NEW - Thursday Evening Spring Migration walks at Shelby Bottoms - April 23rd
DESCRIPTION:Evening migratoin walk – Shelby Bottoms Park – Phase 3/Forrest Green Trailhead. (Parking lot coordinates: 36.19728\, -86.70295). Each evening’s walk will begin at 5:00 pm. \nWe will walk along a flat\, paved trail that allows for easy birding. The route will take us straight out from the parking lot\, with a left turn at the river\, looping back to the parking area. \nThese evening walks are a great opportunity to experience spring migration and enjoy birds in a relaxed setting. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just getting started\, we’d love to have you join us!
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/new-thursday-evening-spring-migration-walks-at-shelby-bottoms-april-23rd/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20251221T021338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T021338Z
UID:5340-1777075200-1777161599@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:NTOS Spring Bird Count - April 25th
DESCRIPTION:The NTOS Spring bird count will take place on Saturday\, April 25th.  For more information or to sign up to count please contact Barbara Harris – harrbarbara@bellsouth.net
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/ntos-spring-bird-count-april-25th/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260304T010831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T011113Z
UID:24377-1777447800-1777462200@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:2nd Wednesday morning Radnor Lake migration walk - April 29th
DESCRIPTION:Join us for these ever popular Wednesday morning Spring migration walks at Radnor Lake State Park. \nMeet at the kiosk to the right of the Visitor’s Center by 7:30 am on the 29th. \nIf you get stuck in traffic or are running a bit late…we always take the same route.  Up the road\, across the spillway and up the trail to Long Bridge. \nCome for an hour or the whole walk.  Free and open to the Public.  No registration needed. No experience needed as there will be birders of all levels there to help identify the birds. \nThis second walk will be lead by NTOS member Mary Fitzgerald.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/2nd-wednesday-morning-radnor-lake-migration-walk-april-29th/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260304T012418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T012703Z
UID:24394-1777568400-1777575600@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:NEW - Thursday evening spring migration walks at Shelby Bottoms - April 30th
DESCRIPTION:Shelby Bottoms Park – Phase 3/Forrest Green Trailhead. (Parking lot coordinates: 36.19728\, -86.70295). Each evening’s walk will begin at 5:00 pm. \nWe will walk along a flat\, paved trail that allows for easy birding. The route will take us straight out from the parking lot\, with a left turn at the river\, looping back to the parking area. \nThese evening walks are a great opportunity to experience spring migration and enjoy birds in a relaxed setting. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just getting started\, we’d love to have you join us!
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/new-thursday-evening-spring-migration-walks-at-shelby-bottoms-april-30th/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260304T013643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T013643Z
UID:24400-1777593600-1777852799@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:TOS Annual Spring State Meeting - May 1-3\, 2026 - Kingsport
DESCRIPTION:We hope you’ll consider joining NTOS and the other 9 TOS Chapters in Kingsport for our Annual State meeting. \nIt’s a grand opportunity to meet folks from other TOS Chapters from across the State while spring birding at hotspots in Kingsport. \nThere there Field trips on both Saturday and Sunday mornings\,  a Board of Directors meeting on Saturday afternoon and a dinner on Saturday night with Keynote Speaker Sheri L Williamson – author of North American Guide to Hummingbirds\, naturalist\, conservationist and all around knowledgeable lady. \nDetails can be found in the April edition of The Warbler or by contacting the Kingsport TOS Chapter.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/tos-annual-spring-state-meeting-may-1-3-2026-kingsport/
CATEGORIES:Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260304T011651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T011651Z
UID:24386-1777705200-1777723200@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:Field trip May 2nd to Fremont Property in Davidson County - 7:00 am
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our recurrent spring trip to explore the private 45-acre property of the Fremont family and their avid birder son\, Ari\, in southeastern Davidson County between Nolensville and Smyrna (8856 Rocky Fork Road\, Smyrna\, TN 37167). Ari will lead us on a walk through their beautiful mix of gardens\, woods\, and pastures; all prime habitat for a wide variety of neotropical migrants during peak spring migration. \nWe’ll begin at 7:00 a.m. Once you arrive at the driveway\, head past the black barn and turn left up the gravel road to the back of the property\, where there is ample parking and access to the trails. A cabin on site (with restrooms available) will serve as our gathering spot. \nAt the conclusion of the walk\, we’ll enjoy cookies\, milk\, and coffee\, along with a little live “farm jazz” music courtesy of Asher and Elinor. Those who would like to linger are welcome to bring a bag lunch and spend more time visiting and enjoying the property. Join us for this fun outing graciously provided by the Fremont family!
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/field-trip-may-2nd-to-fremont-property-in-davidson-county-700-am/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260304T010957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T011025Z
UID:24380-1778052600-1778065200@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:3rd Wednesday morning Radnor Lake State Park migration walk - May 6th
DESCRIPTION:Join us for these ever popular Wednesday morning Spring migration walks at Radnor Lake State Park – May 6th. \nMeet at the kiosk to the right of the Visitor’s Center by 7:30 am. \nIf you get stuck in traffic or are running a bit late…we always take the same route.  Up the road\, across the spillway and up the trail to Long Bridge. \nCome for an hour or the whole walk.  Free and open to the Public.  No registration needed. No experience needed as there will be birders of all levels there to help identify the birds. \nThis third walk will be lead by NTOS member Danny Shelton.  He’ll keep the ‘official’ bird list so call them out as you see them.  Feel free to also keep your own list if you choose.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/3rd-wednesday-morning-radnor-lake-state-park-migration-walk-may-6th/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260304T012630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T012630Z
UID:24396-1778175000-1778180400@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:NEW - Evening Shelby Bottoms Phase 3 migration walk - May 7th
DESCRIPTION:Shelby Bottoms Park – Phase 3/Forrest Green Trailhead. (Parking lot coordinates: 36.19728\, -86.70295). Each evening’s walk will begin at 5:00 pm. \nWe will walk along a flat\, paved trail that allows for easy birding. The route will take us straight out from the parking lot\, with a left turn at the river\, looping back to the parking area. \nThese evening walks are a great opportunity to experience spring migration and enjoy birds in a relaxed setting. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just getting started\, we’d love to have you join us!
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/new-evening-shelby-bottoms-phase-3-migration-walk-may-7th/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260304T011302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T011302Z
UID:24382-1778657400-1778670000@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:4th and final Wednesday morning Spring migration walk at Radnor Lake State Park - May 13th
DESCRIPTION:Join us for these ever popular Wednesday morning Spring migration walks at Radnor Lake State Park on May 13th. \nMeet at the kiosk to the right of the Visitor’s Center by 7:30 am. \nIf you get stuck in traffic or are running a bit late…we always take the same route.  Up the road\, across the spillway and up the trail to Long Bridge. \nCome for an hour or the whole walk.  Free and open to the Public.  No registration needed. No experience needed as there will be birders of all levels there to help identify the birds. \nThis first walk will be lead by NTOS member Melinda Welton.  She’ll keep the ‘official’ bird list so call them out as you see them.  Feel free to also keep your own list if you choose.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/4th-and-final-wednesday-morning-spring-migration-walk-at-radnor-lake-state-park-may-13th/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nashvillebirds.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Unknown.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260304T012906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T012906Z
UID:24398-1778778000-1778785200@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:NEW - Evening migration walk at Shelby Bottoms - Phase 3 - May 14th
DESCRIPTION:Shelby Bottoms Park – Phase 3/Forrest Green Trailhead. (Parking lot coordinates: 36.19728\, -86.70295). Each evening’s walk will begin at 5:00 pm. \nWe will walk along a flat\, paved trail that allows for easy birding. The route will take us straight out from the parking lot\, with a left turn at the river\, looping back to the parking area. \nThese evening walks are a great opportunity to experience spring migration and enjoy birds in a relaxed setting. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just getting started\, we’d love to have you join us!
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/new-evening-migration-walk-at-shelby-bottoms-phase-3-may-14th/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260304T011838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T011838Z
UID:24388-1778913000-1778932800@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:Field Trip May 16th - Bells Bend Park (Davidson County) - 6:30 am
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore one of the most popular birding areas in Davidson County\, Bells Bend Park. Mike Smith will lead us as we explore the fields and woods of Bells Bend Park in search of the birds found here including Northern Bobwhite\, Indigo Bunting\, Orchard and Baltimore Orioles\, Yellow-breasted Chat\, Common Yellowthroat\, Prairie Warbler\, Blue-winged Warbler\, and in recent years\, Dickcissel. We’ll also keep an eye out for other migrating warblers\, flycatchers\, and grassland species such as Bobolink that may be moving through during this time. \nTo maximize the number of birds seen and take advantage of cooler morning temperatures\, we’ll plan on an early start. We will meet at the visitor center on Saturday\, May 16th at 6:30 a.m. Waterproof footwear and bug spray are highly recommended\, as trails may be damp and insects active. We hope you’ll join us for what promises to be a rewarding and bird-filled morning!
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/field-trip-may-16th-bells-bend-park-davidson-county-630-am/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260313T192330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T192330Z
UID:24409-1779350400-1779382800@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:May 21st Monthly meeting - 7 pm
DESCRIPTION:Tonight’s program is a reschedule from our ‘missed’ February meeting due to the damage from the ice storm.   We hope you’ll join us…\n\nMay 21st – “Smart Yards and Bird-friendly Habitats” –\npresented by Gretchen Judkins\n\nJoin Gretchen Judkins from Tennessee Smart Yards to learn about the nine principles of Smart Yards and how they connect to bird-friendly habitats. Tennessee Smart Yards is a free\, online certification program that is all about making your yard more environmentally friendly. Attendees will leave two steps closer to certification with a yard-sketching activity and free rain gauge.\n\nGretchen Judkins is the Environmental Compliance Specialist for Metro Water Services. She inspects industrial facilities that hold National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permits with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and is the public education coordinator for Nashville’s MS4 permit. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. In her free time\, she enjoys browsing estate sales and going on hikes.
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/may-21st-monthly-meeting-7-pm/
CATEGORIES:NTOS Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260606T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T142104
CREATED:20260304T012032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T210219Z
UID:24390-1780768800-1780776000@nashvillebirds.org
SUMMARY:Field trip June 6th: Evening trip to Cedars of Lebanon (with the Lebanon TOS) - Time TBA
DESCRIPTION:Join NTOS and the Lebanon chapter of TOS for a special evening outing at Cedars of Lebanon State Park on Saturday\, June 6th. The evening will begin with a visit to the park’s Native Plant & Butterfly Garden\, followed by a guided exploration of nearby glade habitat in search of nightjars such as Common Nighthawks\, Whip-poor-wills\, and Chuck-will’s-widows. \nAs dusk settles\, we’ll listen and look for nightjars and owls in the unique cedar glade ecosystem of southern Wilson County. This promises to be a relaxed and enjoyable evening of birding\, with opportunities to experience the sights and sounds of late spring after dark. \nBring a lawn chair\, water\, snacks\, and insect repellent. More details including timing\, meeting location\, and additional logistics will be shared as plans are finalized. It’s sure to be a fun night in the field!
URL:https://nashvillebirds.org/event/field-trip-june-27th-evening-trip-to-cedars-of-lebanon-with-the-lebanon-tos-time-tba/
CATEGORIES:Calendar,Field Trip
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