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SUMMARY:Michigan Audubon Birdathon
DESCRIPTION:Community Powered. Science Driven.  \nBirdathon is back! This year we’re transforming our traditional Birdathon Big Day into a week-long celebration of birds\, research\, and community-powered conservation. \nFrom May 18-25\, chapter teams will each select a 24-hour period to count as many birds as possible at Michigan Audubon sanctuaries\, Michigan Nature Association properties and/or established eBird hotspots around the state. Every species documented contributes to a clearer understanding of bird diversity and habitat use during spring migration. \nOur Goal: Raise $15\,000 to strengthen bird research across Michigan! \nSupport the effort by making a general donation or by donating to a chapter team. \nEach chapter team receives 10% of the funds they raise\, and chapters with the most donations and the most recorded bird species will each receive 25% of the funds they raise. \nClick here to: \n\nSubmit a general donation\nSupport a chapter team\nLearn more about Birdathon
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/2026-michigan-audubon-birdathon/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Community Science Event,Michigan Audubon
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523
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SUMMARY:Tawas Beginning Birding Tour
DESCRIPTION:Tawas Beginning Birding Tour \nMay 23-24\, 2026 \nAre you interested in learning the basics of birding and bird identification in an action-packed weekend at a premier birding spot? Then join Michigan Audubon on a beginning birder tour in Iosco County. This adventure will travel by caravan around the Tawas area to see the many migrating birds\, specifically the vibrant array of warblers\, shorebirds\, and waterfowl. The weekend will include visiting Kirtland’s Warblers on their breeding grounds. Enjoy the many wonders the area has to offer while learning birding skills. \nThe Beginning Birding trip is limited to 12 participants\, and we anticipate it filling fast. \nThis trip is rated MODERATE. Travel is by car caravan with foot travel at a variety of sites. Some sites are paved\, others are grass or gravel paths. Terrain ranges from flat to hilly and mud may be a factor. Participants should be able to withstand a variety of weather possibilities including rain\, wind\, and sun. \n\nCost: $175 for members | $200 for non-members (meals and lodging not included)\nGroup Size: Limited to 12 participants\nActivity Level: Moderate (Mix of car travel and walking on varied terrain.)\nRegistration: Opens February 20 at 9 a.m.\n\nIf you have questions regarding this tour\, please email events@michiganaudubon.org. \n\nRefund Policy: If you must cancel your participation in a Michigan Audubon event\, fees are refundable (minus a $25 processing fee) up until one month prior to the tour. If the cancellation occurs less than a month before but more than two weeks before the tour\, a 50% refund will apply. Cancellations occurring less than two weeks prior to the tour will forfeit the entire fee. Membership fees are not refundable. All refund requests must be made in writing and sent via email or mail to: \nevents@michiganaudubon.org\nEvents\nMichigan Audubon\n2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\nOkemos\, MI 48864 \nFor questions about travel and tour cancellation policies\, email events@michiganaudubon.org. \n\nTrips & Workshops
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/tawas-beginning-birding-tour/
LOCATION:Tawas Point State Park\, East Tawas\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Birding Tour,Educational Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701
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SUMMARY:Kirtland's Warbler Tours
DESCRIPTION:Michigan Audubon\, in collaboration with Hartwick Pines State Park\, offers Kirtland’s Warbler Tours from May 23 through June 30\, 2026. \nTours available daily at 7:00am Saturday\, May 23 – Tuesday\, June 30\, 2026.\nSaturdays and Sundays we offer additional tours at 11 a.m. \nFor more information and to register\, please visit – https://www.michiganaudubon.org/kirtlands-warbler-tours/ \n 
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/kirtlands-warbler-tours-3/
LOCATION:Interpretive Center located within Hartwick Pines State Park\, Grayling\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Birding Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T060000
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SUMMARY:Michigan Audubon Birdathon - Capital Area Audubon at CCBS
DESCRIPTION:Birdathon at Capital City Bird Sanctuary \nMay 23 – For 24 hours! \nThe Capital Area Audubon Society will be participating in the2026 Michigan Audubon Birdathon.  This is  a 24-hour marathon birding event held at Capital City Bird Sanctuary.  The goal is to have the CAAS team count as many species on the property in one day as possible.    This fundraising event of Michigan Audubon will pass along a portion of the proceeds to Capital Area Audubon Society.  Online donations can be made for the CAAS team.  We are competing against other teams across the state.  We get a portion of the donations for participating. If our team has the highest donations or highest bird count\, our portion from MA is increased by 150%. \nYou can participate in 2 ways \nJoin the bird count team by emailing natemccarty@gmail.com \n\nor \nDONATE NOW
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/michigan-audubon-birdathoncaas/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Community Science Event,Michigan Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T080000
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Petoskey Regional Audubon - Saturday Morning Birding Walks
DESCRIPTION:The Petoskey Regional Audubon Society invites you to birding walks at Little Traverse Conservancy’s Waldron Fen Preserve on Saturday mornings during the month of May at 8am. \nSpot migratory and resident bird species on this hike throughout a variety of habitats led by trip leader Brooke Knickerbocker – an enthusiastic birder and high school student. This preserve has nearly 2 miles of trails\, two small ponds\, a viewing platform\, and is a sizable wetland-fen complex. Expect this walk to take two to three hours. \nWe will meet in the dirt parking lot next to the Waldron Fen Nature Preserve sign off Banwell Road (look for the LTC sign). The parking area is unpaved and offers no restroom facilities. Bug spray is strongly encouraged. Trails can be muddy. Proper footwear is a must. The trail is a loop and there is no short-cut back. \nThe Fen truly is a magical spot with 148 acres. For example\, on one morning in May 2025 our small group called 51 species and 137 individual birds. The terrain is uneven\, sometimes wet\, and bug spray is always recommended. As you can imagine\, birds love this kind of habitat; but it’s not for everyone. \n  \nNotes:  \n\nRSVP is not necessary to attend the bird walk. Just show up.\nBring binoculars if you have them. If not\, loaner pairs will be available.\nBeginning birders always welcome.\nNo pets. No smoking.\nDress for conditions and insect protection.\nDirections – From Alanson\, head east on M-68 to Banwell Road. Turn right. Continue on Banwell 3.3 miles to entrance on left.\n\n\nThis event was submitted to our community calendar page by an outside organizer and is not a Michigan Audubon event. If you have questions\, please reach out to the event organizers or the contact information provided in the event description.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-petoskey-regional-audubon-saturday-morning-birding-walks/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Waldron Fen Nature Preserve
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon - Birding and Kayaking the Lower Platte River
DESCRIPTION:Birding and Kayaking the Lower Platte River \nSaturday\, May 23\, 9:00 a.m.  \n9:00 am Bring your own Kayak: We’ll see and hear waterbirds\, shorebirds\, warblers\, and others. We’ll be passing through Loon Lake and end at Lake Michigan with breathtaking views of Platte Bay and Sleeping Bear Dunes. \nPaddle trip is estimated at 2 to 2 1/2 hrs. Participation is understood to be at one’s own risk. Limited number of spaces (8). Registration required: Birding and Kayaking Registration. We will meet up a the put in/drop off and ready to shuttle by 9:00. Lower Platte River Kayak Drop Off. We will shuttle to the take-out at Platte Beach. *National Park Pass Required* \nContact Leaders Jenny Young (jenny@timandjenny.com) & Kathie Wiley (dujour1@gmail.com) \n\nThis event was submitted to our community calendar page by an outside organizer and is not a Michigan Audubon event. If you have questions\, please reach out to the event organizers or the contact information provided in the event description.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-grand-traverse-audubon-birding-and-kayaking-the-lower-platte-river/
LOCATION:Lower Platte River\, MI
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event
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