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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T083000
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SUMMARY:Every Thursday Morning Exton Park\, Exton\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Seasonal birds \nPlace: Exton Park\, 8:30 a.m. \nLeader: Various leaders in conjunction with Friends of Exton Park \nNote: Formerly known as Church Farm Pond and now a part of Exton Park\, this pond and surrounding wetland had been a popular birding spot for years. \nDirections: From the intersection of Routes 30 and 202\, drive west along Route 30 and turn right on Valley Creek Blvd. At the end of the road\, make a left on Swedesford Road and park in the gravel parking lot on your left where the perimeter trail starts. This is a 1.5 mile walk and will take between 1.5 and 2 hours. \nExton Park
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/every-thursday-morning/2026-04-02/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260405T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T043552
CREATED:20240901T152402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T183535Z
UID:10001705-1775376000-1775386800@westchesterbirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Beginner Bird Walk at Okehocking Preserve
DESCRIPTION:For: Local birds and early migrants \nPlace: Okehocking Preserve parking lot\, 8:00 a.m. \nLeader: Bob Murray (610-644-5440\, rmurraymmi@gmail.com) \nNote: Trip is an approximately two- to three-hour walk covering about 2 miles with some moderate hills. \nDirections: From West Chester\, take Route 3 East. After passing Route 926\, at the next light (DelChester Road) make a u-turn and come back to the Okehocking Parking lot. \nOkehocking Preserve
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/beginner-bird-walk-at-okehocking-preserve-chester-county-pa/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T043552
CREATED:20240901T152847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T183916Z
UID:10001706-1775637000-1775647800@westchesterbirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Westtown Lake\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Wildflowers and migrating and resident birds \nPlace: Westtown School cabin parking lot\, 8:30am. \nLeaders: Tim and Janny Sterrett (484-678-8528\, timsterrett@gmail.com) \nNote: This is a half-day trip. This is a walk that will cover about 2 miles over some hilly areas and take around 3 hours. \nDirections: From West Chester\, follow Route 3 east to Westtown Way road\, turn right. Take the next left\, follow Walnut Hill Road until you see Westtown School entrance. Turn right then park in first parking lot on the right. \nWesttown School
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/westtown-lake-pa-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T043552
CREATED:20220909T172839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T133803Z
UID:10003461-1775723400-1775730600@westchesterbirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Every Thursday Morning Exton Park\, Exton\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Seasonal birds \nPlace: Exton Park\, 8:30 a.m. \nLeader: Various leaders in conjunction with Friends of Exton Park \nNote: Formerly known as Church Farm Pond and now a part of Exton Park\, this pond and surrounding wetland had been a popular birding spot for years. \nDirections: From the intersection of Routes 30 and 202\, drive west along Route 30 and turn right on Valley Creek Blvd. At the end of the road\, make a left on Swedesford Road and park in the gravel parking lot on your left where the perimeter trail starts. This is a 1.5 mile walk and will take between 1.5 and 2 hours. \nExton Park
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/every-thursday-morning/2026-04-09/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T043552
CREATED:20240901T155208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T184127Z
UID:10001708-1776240000-1776254400@westchesterbirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Struble Lake and Marsh Creek State Park\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Waterfowl\, snipe \nPlace: Struble Lake Parking lot\, 8:00 a.m. \nLeader: Jim Russell (610-399-1580\, jrussell73@verizon.net) \nNote: This is a half day trip. There is minimal walking involved. \nDirections: From Downingtown\, take Route 322 west about 7 miles then take a slight right onto Chestnut Tree Road (after Sunoco gas tanks.) In about 3 miles bear left at stop sign onto Morgantown Road. The parking area for Struble Lake is 0.5 miles on the left. \nStruble Lake \nMarsh Creek State Park
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/struble-lake-and-marsh-creek-state-park-pa-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T043552
CREATED:20220909T172839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T133803Z
UID:10003462-1776328200-1776335400@westchesterbirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Every Thursday Morning Exton Park\, Exton\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Seasonal birds \nPlace: Exton Park\, 8:30 a.m. \nLeader: Various leaders in conjunction with Friends of Exton Park \nNote: Formerly known as Church Farm Pond and now a part of Exton Park\, this pond and surrounding wetland had been a popular birding spot for years. \nDirections: From the intersection of Routes 30 and 202\, drive west along Route 30 and turn right on Valley Creek Blvd. At the end of the road\, make a left on Swedesford Road and park in the gravel parking lot on your left where the perimeter trail starts. This is a 1.5 mile walk and will take between 1.5 and 2 hours. \nExton Park
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/every-thursday-morning/2026-04-16/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T043552
CREATED:20240901T155633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T184632Z
UID:10001709-1776499200-1776513600@westchesterbirdclub.org
SUMMARY:History and Birds -  Rapp’s Dam Trailhead\, Chester County\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Migrants and resident birds \nPlace: Parking lot on 1123 Rapp’s Dam Rd. \nLeader: Rick Wolf (610-933-6414\, randewolf@icloud.com) \nNote: We will walk approximately 2 level miles along French Creek looking for migrating & resident birds in addition to learning about the rich history of the immediate area. \nDirections: Take route 113 to Rapps Dam Road for 1/4 mile to the trail head or email or call leader for directions or use the link below. \nEast Pikeland Township Building 
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/history-and-birds-rapps-dam-trailhead-chester-county-pa/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T110000
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SUMMARY:The Great Marsh
DESCRIPTION:For: Spring Migrants \nPlace: 28 Moores Road\, Elverson\, PA\, 8:00 a.m. \nLeader: Mike Coulter. If you plan to attend please email the Great Marsh Institute at lori@greatmarshinstitute.org to let them know to expect you. This will help them to organize and keep groups small. This event is free but donations are always welcome via Paypal\, Venmo\, or cash donations at the door. \nNote: Join local birding expert Mike Coulter as he guides us through the Great Marsh\, an ancient periglacial marsh and the largest marsh in Southeastern Pennsylvania. \nThis event is hosted by the Great Marsh Institute\, a non-profit with the mission of supporting scientific studies and educational opportunities for all! This event is free\, but donations of any amount are welcome to support the Institute! For full trip details see here. This will be about a 3 hour walk. Conditions could be muddy and very wet so wear appropriate footwear. \nPlease note that the property is private but you can always visit during our planned trips. \nDirections: The marsh is off of Rt. 401 four miles northwest of Rt. 100 at Ludwig’s Corner. Lat/Long = 40.127651\, -75.767697 or use 28 Moores Road for GPS directions. Meet at the grassy parking area at the top of the hill near 28 Moores Road. Once you turn off of Rt. 401 on to Moore’s Road proceed 1/4 mile along the gravel road. You will cross a bridge and at the 1/4 mile mark make a right up the hill on the paved part of the drive. This is the first right after the bridge. At the top of the hill you should see other cars parked in the meeting area.
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/the-great-marsh-57/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T043552
CREATED:20220925T210433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T163706Z
UID:10001502-1776758400-1776769200@westchesterbirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Stroud Preserve\, Chester County\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Spring migrants\, butterflies\, etc. \nPlace: Stroud Preserve parking lot\, 8:00 a.m. \nLeaders: Barry Blust (610-996-7913\, barryblust@comcast.net) \nNote: Trip is an approximately two- to three-hour walk covering about 2 miles with some moderate hills. \nDirections: From West Chester\, take Route 162 west for about 2 miles and turn left onto North Creek Road. The parking lot is on the right. \nStroud Preserve
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/stroud-preserve-chester-county-pa-8/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T043552
CREATED:20220909T172839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T133803Z
UID:10003463-1776933000-1776940200@westchesterbirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Every Thursday Morning Exton Park\, Exton\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Seasonal birds \nPlace: Exton Park\, 8:30 a.m. \nLeader: Various leaders in conjunction with Friends of Exton Park \nNote: Formerly known as Church Farm Pond and now a part of Exton Park\, this pond and surrounding wetland had been a popular birding spot for years. \nDirections: From the intersection of Routes 30 and 202\, drive west along Route 30 and turn right on Valley Creek Blvd. At the end of the road\, make a left on Swedesford Road and park in the gravel parking lot on your left where the perimeter trail starts. This is a 1.5 mile walk and will take between 1.5 and 2 hours. \nExton Park
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/every-thursday-morning/2026-04-23/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T043552
CREATED:20260414T185640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T185640Z
UID:10003503-1777104000-1777114800@westchesterbirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Binky Lee Preserve\, Chester County\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Migrants and resident birds \nPlace: Park at Binky Lee Preserve\, 1445 Pikeland Road in Chester Springs\, 8:00 a.m. \nLeaders: Luc Jacobs (484-706-1999\, jacobsluc52@yahoo.com) \nNote: This will be a 2 to 3 hour walk covering about 2.5 miles with a decent grade at one point. We will be looking for resident and migrating birds in grass fields\, shaded woodland paths and swampy areas. \nDirections: Call or email the leader for directions or use the link below. \nBinky Lee Preserve
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/binky-lee-preserve-chester-county-pa-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260426T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T043552
CREATED:20240901T161712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T191806Z
UID:10001712-1777190400-1777201200@westchesterbirdclub.org
SUMMARY:ChesLen Preserve (formerly Embreeville County Park)\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Early migrants \nPlace: Newlin Township Maintenance Building\, 8:00 a.m. \nLeaders: Judy Ford (484-682-7748\, RareJBird@verizon.net) and Mike Gardner (484-880-7083\, birdnerd@zoominternet.net) \nNote: Approximately 3 hours\, walking over mostly flat\, marshy terrain\, about 1-2 miles. Waterproof boots or shoes a must. \nDirections: The Newlin Twp Bldg parking lot (1751 Embreeville Rd Coatesville PA 19320) is west of West Chester\, on PA Rte 162\, directly across from the marsh. \nCheslen Preserve \nNewlin Township Building map
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/cheslen-preserve-formerly-embreeville-county-park-pa-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T043552
CREATED:20220909T172839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T133803Z
UID:10003464-1777537800-1777545000@westchesterbirdclub.org
SUMMARY:Every Thursday Morning Exton Park\, Exton\, PA
DESCRIPTION:For: Seasonal birds \nPlace: Exton Park\, 8:30 a.m. \nLeader: Various leaders in conjunction with Friends of Exton Park \nNote: Formerly known as Church Farm Pond and now a part of Exton Park\, this pond and surrounding wetland had been a popular birding spot for years. \nDirections: From the intersection of Routes 30 and 202\, drive west along Route 30 and turn right on Valley Creek Blvd. At the end of the road\, make a left on Swedesford Road and park in the gravel parking lot on your left where the perimeter trail starts. This is a 1.5 mile walk and will take between 1.5 and 2 hours. \nExton Park
URL:https://westchesterbirdclub.org/event/every-thursday-morning/2026-04-30/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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