# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Birdwatching Hike - Dixon Waterfowl Refuge
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Enjoy a guided hike through the scenic wetlands led by Illinois Extension’s Master Naturalist volunteers.  The 3,000 acre Refuge is home to more than 730 native plant species and 270 bird species.  Thousands of migrating waterfowl use Hennepin & Hopper Lakes as a critical stopover during the spring migration.  Explore the wetlands and learn about the important conservation work being done at the Refuge. 
 
This program is suitable for all ages and levels of birdwatching experience, from curious beginners to seasoned enthusiasts.  For August we will have a special evening hike! Be sure to bring flashlights/headlamps, binoculars, and wear bug spray. 


August 22, 2026
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Sue & Wes Dixon Waterfowl Refuge 
Sandy Hollow
6377 IL-26
Hennepin, IL 61327

Register online at go.illinois.edu/BirdDixonAugust


If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Emily Hansen at emhansen@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged in order to allow sufficient time to meet access needs.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hennepin/birdwatching-hike-dixon-waterfowl-refuge/200030523248638
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Slot details of has slots**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 13

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Hennepin
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Dixon Waterfowl Refuge
- **lat**: 41.209574437773
- **long**: -89.323921555248
- **full address**: Dixon Waterfowl Refuge, 7511 Audubon Dr, Hennepin, IL 61327-5055, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Birdwatching Hike - Dixon Waterfowl Refuge being held?
  - **A:** Birdwatching Hike - Dixon Waterfowl Refuge takes place on Sat, 22 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 28 Nov, 2026 at 08:00 am at Dixon Waterfowl Refuge, 7511 Audubon Dr, Hennepin, IL 61327-5055, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Birdwatching Hike - Dixon Waterfowl Refuge?
  - **A:** Birdwatching Hike - Dixon Waterfowl Refuge is organized by University of Illinois Extension: Bureau,LaSalle,Marshall & Putnam Counties.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at University of Illinois Extension: Bureau,LaSalle,Marshall & Putnam Counties's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given University of Illinois Extension: Bureau,LaSalle,Marshall & Putnam Counties a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. University of Illinois Extension: Bureau,LaSalle,Marshall & Putnam Counties has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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