Birding

Birdwatching or birding is a form of wildlife observation in which the observation of birds is a recreational activity. It can be done with the naked eye, through a visual enhancement device like binoculars and telescopes, or by listening for bird sounds.

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Hawk Mountain Sanctuary

For raptor migration viewing, visit in autumn. Each fall, 18,000 hawks, eagles, and falcons pass Hawk Mountain. http://www.hawkmountain.org/vis… Peak…

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Helgoland / Heligoland

Helgoland is a fantastic year-round destination with stunning wildlife to view. However, there are some very special months. The best time to visit…

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Ellis County

Spring and late summer is best for birds

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Richland Chambers Wetlands

The spring and fall is great but birds are always there

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Starved Rock State Park

The best time to visit Starved Rock State Park for spotting the eagles is in January and February. The most comfortable weather conditions can be…

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Somme Estuary

20.000 birds both in winter and in passage periods