36 reviews
May 16 - 20, 2023
Group size: 8 - 20
About this trip
Chicago is an excellent place to witness spring warbler migration, with as many as 30 species of warblers passing through. On this IFO tour, we learn about warbler identification, behavior, habitat, and conservation through field trips and workshops that are designed to be complementary, with the lessons learned in the classroom applicable in the field, and vice versa.
What’s included
- Accommodation4 hotel nights
- Meals3 meals per day from dinner on day 1 until breakfast until day 4. Including non-alcoholic beverages during meals.
- TransportationIn-country private transportation to and from sites visited.
- Guiding feesAll guiding fees for tour leaders and local guides.
- Entrance feesAll entrance fees to sites mentioned in the itinerary.
- ActivitiesAll activities as described in the itinerary.
- Field MuseumBehind-the-scenes tour of the Field Museum Bird Collection.
What’s not included
- TransportationTransportation to and from Chicago.
- Airport transfersAirport transfers to and from Evanston Hillton Orrington Hotel.
- Alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic beverages
- Personal purchasesItems such as (but not limited to) laundry service, room service, phone calls, toiletries, souvenirs etc.
- InsuranceNo insurance is included. We do strongly recommend you get your own travel, cancellation, and medical insurance.
- TipsAny tips you would like to offer tour leaders, guides, drivers, porters, wait staff, housekeeping etc. for outstanding service.
Available Packages
Double occupancy
This is the price per person in a shared room (double or twin).
NOTE:
If you don't have a roommate, or if we can't find one for you, you should book in single occupancy and a single supplement ($600) applies.
$2,750
Deposit: $1,375
Local package WITHOUT ACCOMMODATIONS
This package is for locals who want to join the trip, but live in the area and therefore don't need accommodations. Bear in mind that it is your own responsibility to get from your home to the hotel in time for our early morning departures, and back home for the night after dinner. We cannot change our itinerary to pick participants up or drop them off en route.
$2,300
Deposit: $1,150
Available options
1 extra hotel night before the tour
$250
1 extra hotel night for 1 person in Evanston (useful in case you can't make it in time on the first day of the trip).
1 extra hotel night after the tour
$250
1 extra hotel night for 1 person in Evanston (useful in case you can't get an afternoon flight on the last day of the tour).
Your Organizer
American Birding Association
36 reviews
The ABA exists to build a better world by sharing the positive values and irresistible excitement of birding. We are a connector for all birders where they will feel part of a community, interact with fellow birders, and make fulfilling relationships with each other and nature.
We provide resources to our members and the birding community at large on our website, through our print publications, our podcast, in-person events, festivals, and tours, partnerships, and ABA Community network. Wherever you find birders, you’ll find ABA.
Reviews
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I had an enjoyable weekend speaking with OM System and ABA staff. The bird walk was at a nice pace and Mike’s Camera in-store presentations were informative. Bonus was Mike’s Camera generous discount on OM System products and for various camera gear.
By Alonzetta M for ABA Community Weekend in Boulder, CO, July 13-14, 2024 on Jul 24, 2024
We had a great time. I enjoyed spending time with fellow bieders. Great bird walks and a great presentation by Tykee.
By Phil E for ABA Community Weekend in Boulder, CO, July 13-14, 2024 on Jul 23, 2024
I had a great time and met some amazing people!
By Robb C for ABA Community Weekend in Boulder, CO, July 13-14, 2024 on Jul 23, 2024
The Saturday outing was very rewarding with many different species (lots of raptors!) and excellent leadership provided by Ted Floyd. Sunday's outing fell to a back-up location due to a wildfire at NCAR. Still, Ted Floyd put a good morning together complete with a hummingbird feeding on spiders dangling over Boulder Creek. Great two day event. Thanks ABA!
By Rob W for ABA Community Weekend in Boulder, CO, July 13-14, 2024 on Jul 23, 2024
We had an incredible time being with other young birders and our amazing hosts at the Schoodic Institute. My son learned so much and had a great time. Laura and Jason were so helpful and so great with the kids and the adults.
By Poonam S for ABA Adventure at Acadia National Park on Jul 17, 2024