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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:20260524T060000
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SUMMARY:Michigan Audubon Birdathon - WPBO
DESCRIPTION:Birdathon at Whitefish Point Bird Observatory \nMay 24 – For 24 hours! \nThe WPBO Staff team will be participating in the 2026 Michigan Audubon Birdathon.  This is  a 24-hour marathon birding event held at the Whitefish Point Bird Observatory.  The goal is to have the count as many species on the property in one day as possible.  This fundraising event of Michigan Audubon will support research at the WPBO and Michigan Audubon Sanctuaries across the state. \nYou can participate in 2 ways \nJoin the bird count team by emailing mhenschell@michiganaudubon.org \n\nor DONATE NOW
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/michigan-audubon-birdathon-wpbo/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Community Science Event,Michigan Audubon,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon - Sunday Bird Walks
DESCRIPTION:May Sunday Bird Walks \nJoin Grand Traverse Audubon at various locations around the area for a birding experience designed for those just getting started or wanting to polish their skills. We’ll focus on identification skills\, not just a big list. Outing time for the next Bird Walks will be announced via Bird Alert. Contact Coordinators listed below. \nMay 24 – 8:00 am –Shumsky Road\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/Yh9QYuQv5cPHLFMTA (Shumsky’s Canoe Launch)\nWalking surface is a short walk along the road and Boardman River.\nContact Leader Jenny Young (jenny@timandjenny.com) \nMay 31st – 8:00 am – Port Oneida (meet at the grass parking lot just north of the Kelderhouse Cemetery & Farmhouse on east side of the street)\n*Need a Federal Park Pass* : Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/2ZuQKkVirJSyCgTW8\n2 to 3 mile hike on foot path.\nContact Leader: Kevin Breen (kevinthebreen1@charter.net) \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-sunday-bird-walks-7/
LOCATION:Shumsky Road Canoe Launch
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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