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Spotlight on Chicago Nature: Why Birdwatching Basics at FCEC Matters The Birdwatching Basics workshop, hosted at the Ford Calumet Environmental Center (FCEC), offers more than just an introduction to avian identification; it’s an invitation to connect Chicagoans with the nature hiding in plain sight throughout our city. In a bustling metropolis like Chicago, green spaces like those surrounding FCEC provide invaluable opportunities for education, relaxation, and community engagement. This event empowers locals to become stewards of our shared environment while cultivating awareness of the diverse birds that call our city home. By learning to spot and appreciate these feathered neighbors in the welcoming, eco-conscious space of FCEC, participants help foster a culture of conservation and pride in our local eco-heritage. Birdwatching Basics is more than a workshop—it’s a step toward a greener, more connected Chicago.