Chicago Botanic Garden Fall 2020

38 To register, visit chicagobotanic.org/education or call (847) 835-6801. Introduction to Bird-Watching: Online and on-site hybrid If you want to become a birder, join this class to learn the basics. On Thursday, you will learn about binoculars, how to use a field guide, and the field marks used to identify common birds of the Chicago area. During the Saturday bird walk, try out your newly acquired skills. Bring binoculars if you have them. The first session of this class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered stu- dents will receive login instructions one day in advance. For the bird walk on Saturday, please dress for the weather. Jim Steffen, ecologist, Chicago Botanic Garden $63/$79 | Online Thursday, September 24, 6:30 – 9 p.m. and Meet at Visitor Center Saturday, September 26, 7:30 – 9 a.m. New! Historic and Amazing Trees of America: Online The various landscapes of the United States— mountains, deserts, forests, swamps, and even the White House lawn—are often defined by their trees. You will learn about some of the most famous trees in our country and about the role U.S. presidents have played in establishing our national parks to protect these natural resources. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. Betsy Iversen, educator $16/$20 | Online Wednesday, September 30, 7 – 8 p.m. Bird Walk: Fall Migration This fall, take a walk in the Garden and learn to identify birds in their sometimes-confusing fall plumage. Earlier bird migration walks will highlight warblers, vireos, and flycatchers, while later ones will feature ducks, sparrows, and hawks. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them. Alan Anderson, research committee chairman, Chicago Audubon Society $16/$20 | Meet at Visitor Center Saturday, October 3, 7:30 – 9 a.m. or Saturday, November 14, 7:30 – 9 a.m. New! Natural History of Maples: Online Discover the world of maples. From the sweet- ness of sugar to the sturdiness of furniture to the myriad species of moths that dwell in their branches, explore where these trees are typically found and how they have been used over the centuries. Hear folklore and stories and learn about faunal partnerships. We’ll also look at species and cultivars available in the Chicago area and take a walk to view these stately trees in the Garden. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. Heather Prince, horticulturist and landscape consultant $32/$40 | Online Saturday, November 14, 9 a.m. – noon New! Bird Buffet: 25 Backyard Feeder Birds: Online Get to know your feathered outdoor dining guests. Learn about common resident and migratory birds. Bird feeding basics such as feeder and food selection, care, and the impor- tance of offering water will be covered. Bird migration, citizen science, and other tips will be discussed. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Reg- istered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. Pam Karlson, artist, certified professional gardener/garden design $24/$30 | Online Saturday, November 21, 10:30 a.m. – noon Nature Studies NOTE TO READERS: This issue went to print in mid-August. Please check chicagobotanic.org and our social media channels for any updates or changes to classes or events.