The Forest Preserves of Cook County & Will County Audubon Society are co-sponsoring the annual Hummingbird Fest on August 17, 2024 at Sagawau Environmental Learning Center in Lemont, Illinois.
The highlight of the festival will be the capture and banding of ruby-throated hummingbirds, our smallest North American bird. This hummingbird banding will be conducted between the hours of 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM only. Vern Kleen, one of only three licensed hummingbird banders in the state of Illinois, will conduct the capture and banding operations. Vern will provide details about the life history of hummingbirds and why they are banded.
Food vendors will NOT be present at the Hummingbird Festival but you are welcome to bring snacks and beverages (no alcohol), and water. Seating is limited. Clean, indoor restrooms are available.