The focus will be on songbirds: nesting songbirds and those returning to SW Ohio to nest, as well as any other species we encounter! Beginning Birders are welcome! Dress for the weather; binoculars/camera, sturdy shoes, and water recommended. Depending on birds seen, the hike should last 2-3 hours but you may leave the hike at any time. Meet at Kirby Nature Preserve, 2 East Main Street in Addyston, Ohio. Cost: Free. RSVP required.

Kathi Hutton began birding in the winter of 1993-94 when she identified her first White-crowned Sparrow. In the thirty years since, she has attained a Life List of 514 species worldwide, 433 species in North America, and 324 species in Ohio. When not birding, Kathi enjoys spending time with and training her dogs, growing orchids, gardening with native plants, and Reds baseball. Kathi is an Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist. Her interests go beyond birding to include wildflowers, butterflies, and the interconnection of the natural world. Her joy is to share her passion for nature with others.