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Allerton Park Bird Club – Est. 2019

The Allerton Park Bird Club (APBC) represents and supports the birding community of Allerton Park and Piatt County, IL. The mission of the APBC is:

  • To promote observation, enjoyment, and study of birds
  • To provide opportunities for birders to become acquainted and to share information and experience.
  • To maintain well-documented records of bird sightings in Piatt County
  • To support the protection, conservation, and research of birds and their habitats.
  • To promote educational opportunities in bird and nature study.

Membership:
Membership is $20/individual or $40/family. All funds will be used to promote bird education and/or conservation at Allerton Park and/or in Piatt County.

Membership Benefits:

  • Free registration to all bird-related hikes into the Allerton Natural Areas
  • Free rentals of Bird Club binoculars on a first-come, first-served basis
  • Allerton Park Bird Club Sticker

Download + Fill Out The Allerton Park Bird Club Membership Form.

For more information or questions about birding at Allerton, contact us at allertoninfo@illinois.edu.

Allerton Park Photography Group

All levels are welcome to join the Allerton Park Photography Group (APPG) as they learn more about the art and science of photography, while capturing the beauty of Allerton. Meetings are held the third Saturday of each month, and offer exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the Park and Mansion! Follow the group on Facebook.

For more information or to join the APPG, please contact Sarah at sputman2@illinois.edu.

Credit: Bill Hoffman

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