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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon - Weekly Hike at Millennium Park
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Hike at Millennium Park \nThursdays\, 9:00  – 11:00 AM \nMeet at the end of the dead-end section of Veterans Memorial Drive \n3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534 \nHike Millennium Park to see what’s hanging around! \nThe walk meets at the cul de sac of Veterans Memorial Drive about .5 miles east of Maynard SW. It is a 3-4 mile flat walk through a variety of habitats. The walk begins at 8 a.m. May through September and 9:00 a.m. October through April. We do not have a set time limit and walks may last from 2-4 hours depending on what birds are seen as well as the weather. \nThe walk occurs under most weather conditions year round except for major holidays that fall on Thursdays. There are options for shorter routes if you prefer. \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-rapids-audubon-weeklyhike/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260404T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260404T110000
DTSTAMP:20260320T130506Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Audubon Society of Kalamazoo - Beginning Birding Walk at Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery
DESCRIPTION:Beginning Birding Walk at Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery \nSaturday\, April 4\, 9:00 AM \nLed by experienced birders from the Audubon Society of Kalamazoo. Free and open to the public. \nMeet at the second parking lot at Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery in Mattawan\, on County Road 652\, just south off of M-43. All skill levels are welcome. \nWe enjoy nature while typically identifying 20-40 species of birds\, plus butterflies\, frogs\, etc. Over 200 bird species have been sighted at Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery\, which offers a variety of habitats and easy walking trails. Annual highlights include colorful songbirds like orioles\, warblers\, and tanagers\, hawks and eagles\, kingfishers\, Great Blue and Green Herons\, and over 20 species of waterfowl. Eastern Bluebirds can be found year-round! Children accompanying adults are welcome. The focus is on birding fundamentals\, and extra binoculars are always available. \nFor further information\, see www.kalamazooaudubon.org. The walk typically takes about 2 hours (but feel free to arrive late or leave early). \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-audubon-society-of-kalamazoo-beginning-birding-walk-at-wolf-lake-state-fish-hatchery/
LOCATION:Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Birding Tour,Chapter Event,Educational Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Society of Kalamazoo":MAILTO:gebhard.ilse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163632Z
CREATED:20260403T163632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T163632Z
UID:10010341-1775296800-1775304000@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: WBU Woodhaven - Detroit International Wildlife Refuge Walk
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 4\, 2026\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm \nDetroit River International Wildlife Refuge\, Dingell Visitor Center\n5437 W Jefferson Ave\, Trenton\, MI 48183-4711\, United States \nJoin Phil\, owner of WBU Woodhaven and Kristy Taylor\, Events & Outreach Manager\, Michigan Audubon\, for a relaxing bird walk along the Detroit River\, on the Orange Trail\, suitable for beginning birders! Bring binoculars and hiking shoes\, water\, and dress for the weather. The Orange Trail surface is crushed gravel. We will meet in front of the John D. Dingell Jr. Visitor Center. As of now\, the Visitor Center is scheduled to be open with indoor and outdoor restrooms available. \nEvent will be cancelled in the case of heavy rain. Please register at (734) 307-3456 to receive updates. \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-wbu-woodhaven-detroit-international-wildlife-refuge-walk/
LOCATION:Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge\, 5437 W Jefferson Ave\,\, Trenton\, MI\, 48183
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Educational Event,Michigan Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260407T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260407T110000
DTSTAMP:20260320T131129Z
CREATED:20260320T131129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T131129Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Audubon Society of Kalamazoo - Kal Haven Trail Walks
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays in April & May – 9:00 AM \nKal Haven Trail\, Kalamazoo \nContinuing the years’ long tradition of Tuesday morning trail walks\, our weekly Kal-Haven Trail walks will be on Tuesdays at 9:00 AM in April and May\, starting April 7. We will meet and start at the trailhead on North 10th Street between G and H Avenues. A few of us walk 2.5 miles to the usually very birdy marsh at 8th Street and then back for a total of 5 miles\, but anyone can cut that short and turn around at any time. There will not be a “leader\,” although someone will be keeping a species list. \nFeel free to arrange your own spotting or shuttling of cars. The Kal-Haven Trail walks are handicap accessible. \nIf you would like to be in an email group to be notified of the latest status of the walks or to discuss weather conditions\, please send an email to Donna Keller at askpresident@kalamazooaudubon.org. \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-audubon-society-of-kalamazoo-kal-haven-trail-walks/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:Kal-Haven Trail\, Kalamazoo\, MI
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Society of Kalamazoo":MAILTO:gebhard.ilse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260407T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260407T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163012Z
CREATED:20260317T125005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T163012Z
UID:10010096-1775590200-1775593800@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Jackson Audubon Society - Woodcock Night View
DESCRIPTION:Woodcock Night View \nDate: Tuesday\, April 7\, 2026 7:30 PM EDT \nRiethmiller Rd. DNR Parking Lot \nThis is an EVENING event starting at 7:30 PM. \nIt is March we are in Michigan\, and the sun will be setting – so dress warmly. \nMeet at DNR parking lot\, north side of Riethmiller Rd.\, west of St. Jacob’s church. NOTE:  This is the parking lot in the prairie area\, not the parking lot that is in the wooded area east of the church. \nBring a flashlight and see the annual breeding spectacle of the American Woodcock \, a.k.a. Timberdoodle\, peenting at the Riethmiller Road grassland.  This prairie is a reliable and excellent observation location. \nGoogle Map link \nEmail jacksonaudubon@gmail.com for more information. \nWeather cancellation Policy:\nJAS programs and activities will be cancelled if Jackson Schools close. \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-jackson-audubon-society-woodcock-night-view/
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T110000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133038Z
CREATED:20260325T133038Z
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UID:10010187-1775725200-1775732400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon - Weekly Hike at Millennium Park
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Hike at Millennium Park \nThursdays\, 9:00  – 11:00 AM \nMeet at the end of the dead-end section of Veterans Memorial Drive \n3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534 \nHike Millennium Park to see what’s hanging around! \nThe walk meets at the cul de sac of Veterans Memorial Drive about .5 miles east of Maynard SW. It is a 3-4 mile flat walk through a variety of habitats. The walk begins at 8 a.m. May through September and 9:00 a.m. October through April. We do not have a set time limit and walks may last from 2-4 hours depending on what birds are seen as well as the weather. \nThe walk occurs under most weather conditions year round except for major holidays that fall on Thursdays. There are options for shorter routes if you prefer. \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-rapids-audubon-weeklyhike/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260412T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260412T100000
DTSTAMP:20260317T135550Z
CREATED:20260317T135550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T135550Z
UID:10010099-1775980800-1775988000@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon - Sunday Bird Walks
DESCRIPTION: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. \nContact Coordinators listed below. \nApril 12 – 8:00 am – Pyatt Lake Preserve (New Parking Lot off Peninsula Drive)\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/6khKb7uUxzHBqR4P6\nADA compliant 2 mile path through woods with overlooks \nContact Leader 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-sunday-bird-walks-2/
LOCATION:Pyatt Lake Preserve\, Traverse City\, MI
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T110000
DTSTAMP:20260320T131129Z
CREATED:20260320T131129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T131129Z
UID:10010123-1776157200-1776164400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Audubon Society of Kalamazoo - Kal Haven Trail Walks
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays in April & May – 9:00 AM \nKal Haven Trail\, Kalamazoo \nContinuing the years’ long tradition of Tuesday morning trail walks\, our weekly Kal-Haven Trail walks will be on Tuesdays at 9:00 AM in April and May\, starting April 7. We will meet and start at the trailhead on North 10th Street between G and H Avenues. A few of us walk 2.5 miles to the usually very birdy marsh at 8th Street and then back for a total of 5 miles\, but anyone can cut that short and turn around at any time. There will not be a “leader\,” although someone will be keeping a species list. \nFeel free to arrange your own spotting or shuttling of cars. The Kal-Haven Trail walks are handicap accessible. \nIf you would like to be in an email group to be notified of the latest status of the walks or to discuss weather conditions\, please send an email to Donna Keller at askpresident@kalamazooaudubon.org. \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-audubon-society-of-kalamazoo-kal-haven-trail-walks/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:Kal-Haven Trail\, Kalamazoo\, MI
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Society of Kalamazoo":MAILTO:gebhard.ilse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260415T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T125812Z
CREATED:20260415T125812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T125812Z
UID:10010350-1776240000-1776272400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Jackson Audubon Society - Wildflower Walk at Nan Weston Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Wildflower Walk Through Nan Weston Preserve Nan Weston Preserve\nDate: Tuesday\, April 28\, 2026 10:00 AM EDT \nJoin us for a wildflower walk through the Nan Weston Preserve.  This is always a great kickoff to our spring season.   The tour will be led by Joann Ballbach. \nNOTE:  Tour will start at 10 AM \nFor more information reply to the email announcement or email jacksonaudubon@gmail.com \nMeet at the Preserve parking lot.  The preserve is west of Manchester in Washtenaw county.  It is on Easudes Road 0.9 miles from Sharon Hollow Road. A small parking lot is available at the trail-head on the south side of the road. \nMore information:  Wildflower Walk Through Nan Weston Preserve \nThanks and we are looking forward to seeing you! \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-jackson-audubon-society-wildflower-walk-at-nan-weston-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Nan Weston Preserve\, Easudes Rd.\, Manchester\, MI\, 48158\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T110000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133038Z
CREATED:20260325T133038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T133038Z
UID:10010188-1776330000-1776337200@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon - Weekly Hike at Millennium Park
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Hike at Millennium Park \nThursdays\, 9:00  – 11:00 AM \nMeet at the end of the dead-end section of Veterans Memorial Drive \n3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534 \nHike Millennium Park to see what’s hanging around! \nThe walk meets at the cul de sac of Veterans Memorial Drive about .5 miles east of Maynard SW. It is a 3-4 mile flat walk through a variety of habitats. The walk begins at 8 a.m. May through September and 9:00 a.m. October through April. We do not have a set time limit and walks may last from 2-4 hours depending on what birds are seen as well as the weather. \nThe walk occurs under most weather conditions year round except for major holidays that fall on Thursdays. There are options for shorter routes if you prefer. \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-rapids-audubon-weeklyhike/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260325T200314Z
CREATED:20260325T200314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T200314Z
UID:10010323-1776495600-1776513600@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY - Grand Rapids Audubon - Spring Marsh Birds & Hawks
DESCRIPTION:Spring Marsh Birds and Hawks – Led By: Steve Minard \nSaturday\, April 18\,  7:00 AM 12:00 PM \nMeet at the Boy Scout Headquarters in Walker \n3213 Walker Ave NWWalker\, MI\, 49544 \nJoin us to look for marsh birds at Lane’s Landing in the Muskegon State Game Area. Rails should be in the marsh by this date and Swamp Sparrows should be on territory. After checking out the marsh\, we’ll see how the winds blow and either head over to the Muskegon Wastewater to check out the waterfowl or head to Grand Haven to check out Harbor Island and hawk watch locations to look for migrating hawks. At the Wastewater\, Northern Shoveled and Ruddy Duck are likely; in Grand Haven\, we could see Caspian Tern on Lake Michigan or rails in the Harbor Island marshes. Birders of all skills are welcome. \nEssentials: Meet at the Boy Scout Headquarters west off Walker Road just north of I-96 at 7:00 AM. We plan to bird until noon\, you may want to bring a snack to hold you over until lunch. \nSafety Hazards: Driving in a caravan can be hazardous. Get directions from the leader for travel to the next stop. Please exercise caution on the roads at all times\, and watch the car ahead of you when driving in a caravan. Please have a passenger handle all radio or phone communications while in a car. \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-rapids-audubon-spring-marsh-birds-hawks/
LOCATION:Boy Scout Headquarters west off Walker Road just north of I-96\, Muskegon\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event
GEO:43.2341813;-86.2483921
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T155121Z
CREATED:20260407T144750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155121Z
UID:10010342-1776517200-1776524400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Jackson Audubon Society - Haehnle Sanctuary Beginning Birder Walk
DESCRIPTION:Haehnle Sanctuary Beginning Birder Walk Haehnle Sanctuary\nDate: Saturday\, April 18\, 2026\, 1:00 – 3:00 PM \nJoin Jackson District Library and JAS members Sydney Fitzpatrick and John Scaramucci for a beginning birder walk at Haehnle Sanctuary.  Registration preferred\, walk-ins welcome. \nHaehnle is located at the intersection of  Seymour Rd & Fairlane Dr\, Grass Lake.\nThe sanctuary is across the street. \nGoggle Map\nMeet at the Wing Overlook kiosk on Seymour Road. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore information:  Haehnle Sanctuary Beginning Birder Walk \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-jackson-audubon-society-haehnle-sanctuary-beginning-birder-walk/
LOCATION:Phyllis Haehnle Memorial Sanctuary\, Grass Lake\, MI\, 49240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event,Sanctuary Event
GEO:42.321296;-84.289047
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260419T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260419T200000
DTSTAMP:20260317T140352Z
CREATED:20260317T140352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T140352Z
UID:10010100-1776623400-1776628800@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon - Sunday Bird Walks
DESCRIPTION: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. \nContact Coordinators listed below. \nApril 19 – 6:30 pm – (EVENING Bird Walk) meet at Hull Park parking lot behind the Traverse Area District Library\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/3Sajvj5DR4veHHsq8\nPaved pathway with foot bridge\nContact Leader Kevin Breen (kevthebreen1@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-3/
LOCATION:Hull Park\, Traverse City\, MI
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T110000
DTSTAMP:20260320T131129Z
CREATED:20260320T131129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T131129Z
UID:10010124-1776762000-1776769200@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Audubon Society of Kalamazoo - Kal Haven Trail Walks
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays in April & May – 9:00 AM \nKal Haven Trail\, Kalamazoo \nContinuing the years’ long tradition of Tuesday morning trail walks\, our weekly Kal-Haven Trail walks will be on Tuesdays at 9:00 AM in April and May\, starting April 7. We will meet and start at the trailhead on North 10th Street between G and H Avenues. A few of us walk 2.5 miles to the usually very birdy marsh at 8th Street and then back for a total of 5 miles\, but anyone can cut that short and turn around at any time. There will not be a “leader\,” although someone will be keeping a species list. \nFeel free to arrange your own spotting or shuttling of cars. The Kal-Haven Trail walks are handicap accessible. \nIf you would like to be in an email group to be notified of the latest status of the walks or to discuss weather conditions\, please send an email to Donna Keller at askpresident@kalamazooaudubon.org. \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-audubon-society-of-kalamazoo-kal-haven-trail-walks/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Kal-Haven Trail\, Kalamazoo\, MI
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Society of Kalamazoo":MAILTO:gebhard.ilse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T150400Z
CREATED:20260403T150400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T150400Z
UID:10010340-1776763800-1776787200@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Jackson Audubon - Muskegon Wastewater & Pools of Calhoun County
DESCRIPTION:Muskegon Wastewater Facility & Pools of Calhoun County \nMuskegon County Wastewater Plant\nDate: Tuesday\, April 21\, 2026 9:30 AM EDT \nJoin us for one of the most favorite birding spots in Michigan:  the Muskegon County Resource Recovery Center.  This facility includes the wastewater treatment pools\, surrounding trails\, and an adjacent landfill.  The center is very bird-friendly. \nThis location can bring in some rarely seen species and large number of waterfowl and gulls.  The plant visit will be followed by lunch at Turk’s Tavern or another venue. \nAn option on our way back to greater Jackson\, Dale Kennedy & Doug White might take us to some Calhoun County water hotspots to find some shorebirds. \nRegistration is required for this event as cars driving on the dikes require a permit.  Registration will OPEN on 04/01 and will close on Friday 04/17.  A carpool will leave from the Jackson area at 8:00 AM. \nTo register\, please email jacksonaudubon@gmail.com or respond to the invitation email.  Advise if you are able to drive. \nEmail jacksonaudubon@gmail.com for more information.  \nMore information:  Muskegon Wastewater Facility & Pools of Calhoun County \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-jackson-audubon-muskegon-wastewater-pools-of-calhoun-county/
LOCATION:Muskegon County Wastewater Management\, 698 N Maple Island Rd\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T110000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133038Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon - Weekly Hike at Millennium Park
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Hike at Millennium Park \nThursdays\, 9:00  – 11:00 AM \nMeet at the end of the dead-end section of Veterans Memorial Drive \n3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534 \nHike Millennium Park to see what’s hanging around! \nThe walk meets at the cul de sac of Veterans Memorial Drive about .5 miles east of Maynard SW. It is a 3-4 mile flat walk through a variety of habitats. The walk begins at 8 a.m. May through September and 9:00 a.m. October through April. We do not have a set time limit and walks may last from 2-4 hours depending on what birds are seen as well as the weather. \nThe walk occurs under most weather conditions year round except for major holidays that fall on Thursdays. There are options for shorter routes if you prefer. \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-rapids-audubon-weeklyhike/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T123546Z
CREATED:20260414T123546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T123546Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Jackson Audubon Society - Bird Walk & Volunteer Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Bird Walk and Volunteer Work Day Leaf and Feather Farms \n13980 Calhoun Rd. Cement City\nThursday\, April 23\, 2026 9:00 AM EDT \nLeaf and Feather Farms:\nBird Walk and Volunteer Work Day \nCome out and lend a hand.  We will start off with a bird walk from 9am to 11am and then we’ll get to work removing invasive plants\, doing trail maintenance\, and any other project that needs doing. \nDress appropriately for nature walking and outside working with layers and closed-toed shoes. We will have some safety equipment and tools available\, but if you are thinking of joining us and can bring your own work gloves\, eye protection\, clippers\, etc. please do! \nWe will provide a sandwich and sides lunch as an additional thank you for your efforts. Vegan and gluten free options will be available. \nWe hope to see you at LAFF on one or both of these days! \nHave questions or need help finding us? Text or call 404-384-5602 or email at info@leafandfeatherfarms.com \nNOTE:  This is NOT a Jackson Audubon Event \nMore information:  LAFF: Bird Walk and Volunteer Work Day \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-jackson-audubon-society-bird-walk-volunteer-work-day/
LOCATION:Leaf and Feather Farms\, 13980 Calhoun Rd\, Cement City\, MI\, 49233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260424T213000
DTSTAMP:20260413T155514Z
CREATED:20260413T155514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T155514Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Nature at Night - Ingham County Parks
DESCRIPTION:Nature at Night at Burchfield Park!\nFriday\, April 24\, 2026\, 6:30-9:30pm\n$10\, registration required\n\n\n\n\nAs part of our ECO Nature Program (Special Events)\, we are offering an opportunity for you and your rising 1st-7th grader to explore Burchfield Park at night! Experts from MSU and Michigan Audubon will guide you through moth trapping and more nocturnal animal identification once the sun goes down!\n\n\n\nRegistration is limited to 40 children (parents are free) and can be completed here: https://pk.ingham.org/news_detail_T31_R160.php\n\n\nQuestions? E-mail us at parks@ingham.org\n\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-nature-at-night-ingham-county-parks/
LOCATION:Burchfield Park\, 881 Grovenburg Road\, Holt\, MI\, 48842\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260425T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260317T124335Z
CREATED:20260317T124335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T124335Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon Club - Arcadia Marsh Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 25 – Grand Traverse Audubon Club – Arcadia Marsh Field Trip \nThe Grand Traverse Audubon Club annual field trip to Arcadia Marsh (on Route 22\, Manistee County) is scheduled for Saturday April 25th. We’ll look for Sandhill Cranes\, waterfowl\, blackbirds\, early warblers\, and much more. \n*Parts of this trip will be accessible to those with mobility issues. Meet up at the car wash by Meijer on US 31 South at 7:00 AM and then carpool/caravan to the marsh. If if it more convenient for folks\, we’ll also stop at Wendy’s parking lot at Interlochen Corners at 7:20 am to carpool/caravan to the marsh. If you would like\, you can also meet up with the group at the marsh parking lot off of M-22 44.489058\, -86.231795 at about 8:15. \nContact leader Jenny Young with questions: jenny@timandjenny.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-club-arcadia-marsh-field-trip/
LOCATION:Arcadia Marsh
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260426T110000
DTSTAMP:20260317T140516Z
CREATED:20260317T140516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T140516Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon - Sunday Bird Walks
DESCRIPTION: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. \nContact Coordinators listed below. \nApril 26 – 8:00 am – Timbers Recreation Area\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/452AfyXWTZick8Re7\nWalking surfaces are 2 miles of unpaved path through forest past Long Lake and Fern Lake\nContact Leader Jenny Young (jenny@timandjenny.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-sunday-bird-walks-4/
LOCATION:Timbers Recreation Area\, Traverse City\, MI
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T110000
DTSTAMP:20260320T131129Z
CREATED:20260320T131129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T131129Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Audubon Society of Kalamazoo - Kal Haven Trail Walks
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays in April & May – 9:00 AM \nKal Haven Trail\, Kalamazoo \nContinuing the years’ long tradition of Tuesday morning trail walks\, our weekly Kal-Haven Trail walks will be on Tuesdays at 9:00 AM in April and May\, starting April 7. We will meet and start at the trailhead on North 10th Street between G and H Avenues. A few of us walk 2.5 miles to the usually very birdy marsh at 8th Street and then back for a total of 5 miles\, but anyone can cut that short and turn around at any time. There will not be a “leader\,” although someone will be keeping a species list. \nFeel free to arrange your own spotting or shuttling of cars. The Kal-Haven Trail walks are handicap accessible. \nIf you would like to be in an email group to be notified of the latest status of the walks or to discuss weather conditions\, please send an email to Donna Keller at askpresident@kalamazooaudubon.org. \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-audubon-society-of-kalamazoo-kal-haven-trail-walks/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Kal-Haven Trail\, Kalamazoo\, MI
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Society of Kalamazoo":MAILTO:gebhard.ilse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260326T123903Z
CREATED:20260326T123903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T123903Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon Club - Evening at Reeds Lake
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Evening At Reeds Lake\, Led By: Steve Minard \nTuesday\, April 28\, 6:00 PM 8:00 PM \nEast Grand Rapids Utility Building \n2310 Reeds Lake Boulevard SoutheastGrand Rapids\, MI\, 49506 \nThis trip is an evening walk to the Hodenpyl Woods area at the west end of Reeds Lake. Varied woodland\, marsh\, and lake habitat provides a variety of birds right in town. On this trip\, we will concentrate on waterbirds\, and early warblers. The boardwalk provides good views of the lake and marsh areas so we will visit it. Birders of all skills are welcome. \nEssentials: Meet at the East Grand Rapids Utility Building parking lot on Reeds Lake Blvd north of Gaslight Village at 6:00 PM. Waterproof footwear and insect repellent may be useful. Poison Ivy is thick in places. \nSafety Hazards: Drive safely to meet the group. Watch for traffic when crossing the road and bicycles on the pathway. \nNOTE: While we love dogs\, we ask you to please NOT bring your pup(s) on club field trips\, as it can stress/frighten away the birds. Thank you! \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-rapids-audubon-club-evening-at-reeds-lake/
LOCATION:East Grand Rapids Utility Building parking lot\, East Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T110000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133038Z
CREATED:20260325T133038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T133038Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon - Weekly Hike at Millennium Park
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Hike at Millennium Park \nThursdays\, 9:00  – 11:00 AM \nMeet at the end of the dead-end section of Veterans Memorial Drive \n3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534 \nHike Millennium Park to see what’s hanging around! \nThe walk meets at the cul de sac of Veterans Memorial Drive about .5 miles east of Maynard SW. It is a 3-4 mile flat walk through a variety of habitats. The walk begins at 8 a.m. May through September and 9:00 a.m. October through April. We do not have a set time limit and walks may last from 2-4 hours depending on what birds are seen as well as the weather. \nThe walk occurs under most weather conditions year round except for major holidays that fall on Thursdays. There are options for shorter routes if you prefer. \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-rapids-audubon-weeklyhike/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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