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SUMMARY:2017 Bee Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 18\, 2017\nTime: 1-4 p.m.\nLocation: Michigan State University Horticulture Gardens\, 1066 Bogue St\, East Lansing\, MI 48824\nContact: Julianna Wilson\, jkwilson@msu.edu \n\nFor people of all ages\, this is a free\, fun and educational afternoon of interactive activities centered on understanding the wonderful world of pollinators. The beautiful gardens will be dotted with displays on honey bees\, bumble bees\, wild bees of Michigan\, plants to support pollinators\, garden pesticide safety\, bee-friendly lawn-care and how important bees and other pollinators are for our food supply. Hands-on workshops will show you how make a native bee hotel\, how to make seed “bombs” to support pollinators\, and how to identify different pollinators in your garden. Pollinator-themed face painting will be back by popular demand\, too! \nThe MSU Horticulture Gardens are located on the southwest corner of Bogue Street and Wilson Road on the MSU campus in East Lansing\, Michigan\, with ample parking on the west and east side of the gardens. For updates and more information\, visit the MSU Bee Palooza website or our Bee Palooza Facebook Event page. \nStep in at the Bug House\nOn the other side of campus in Room 147 of the Natural Science Building\, the MSU Bug House will also be open for visitors on the same day\, June 18\, from 1-4 p.m.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/2017-bee-palooza/
LOCATION:Michigan State University Horticulture Gardens\, 1066 Bogue St\, East Lansing\, MI 48824\, East Lansing\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170801T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170801T200000
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SUMMARY:No Family Left Indoors - Introduction to Birding
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the North Country Trail Association\, join us for an Introduction to Birding event at the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary in beautiful Barry County. This event is part of the Barry County “No Family Left Indoors” initiative. The program begins at 6:30 p.m. \nThe event is free\, but please register in advance by clicking the link below. \n[vc_button url=”http://www.cedarcreekinstitute.com/forms/view.php?id=253660″ text=”>> Register for Introduction to Birding ” size=”big” align=”left” type=”primary” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_blank”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/no-family-left-indoors-introduction-birding/
LOCATION:Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, 3560 Havens Road\, Hastings\, MI\, 49058
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Sanctuary Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170801T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170801T200000
DTSTAMP:20170627T192859Z
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SUMMARY:Red Knots & Horseshoe Crabs: A Talk by Author Deborah Cramer\, August 1
DESCRIPTION:Deborah Cramer\, author\, at Wingersheek Beach in Gloucester\, MA\, November 13\, 2014.© 2014 Shawn G. Henry • 978.590.4869 \nRed knots\, flying between Tierra del Fuego and their Arctic nesting grounds each year\, take the measure of a shoreline running the length of two continents. Its flight coincides with a different migration – that of the familiar horseshoe crab. When the moon is full in spring\, horseshoe crabs emerge from Long Island Sound and other coastal waters to lay their eggs\, a prime source of protein for Red Knots. \nIt’s a feat of biological timing that has gone on for eons. But both creatures are in peril. In many of the birds’ critical stopovers\, it is a shoreline of the Anthropocene\, increasingly reshaped by development\, overfishing\, beach erosion and storm surges. These changes are touching the knots\, listed as endangered in a number of countries along its route\, and now the first U.S. bird listed under the U.S. Endangered Species Act because its future is imperiled by global warming. Author Deborah Cramer accompanied the birds along their extraordinary migration to bring back a firsthand account in her award-winning book The Narrow Edge: A Tiny Bird\, An Ancient Crab\, and An Epic Journey. Join her to explore the lives of Red Knots in a rapidly changing world\, and the work of the many scientists dedicated to providing the birds safe passage. \nCramer’s talk\, sponsored by Michigan Audubon\, is free and open to the public\, however\, attendees are asked to register by July 16. The event is part of the inaugural meeting of the newly formed American Ornithological Society and the Society of Canadian Ornithologists/Société des ornithologistes du Canada. \nIn addition to the plight of the Red Knot and the horseshoe crab\, her talk will also focus on the use of the horseshoe crab’s blue blood to detect harmful bacteria during surgery on humans\, a procedure that protects patients from life-threatening infections. \nCopies of The Narrow Edge will be for sale\, and the talk will be followed by a book signing by the author. \nHonors for The Narrow Edge:\nBest Book\, National Academy of Sciences\nRachel Carson Book Award\nWinner of the Reed Award in Environmental Writing \n>> CLICK HERE TO REGISTER BY JULY 16
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/red-knots-horseshoe-crabs-talk-author-deborah-cramer-august-1/
LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, 219 S Harrison Rd\, East Lansing\, MI\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170805T100000
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SUMMARY:Birds\, Bugs\, Butterflies\, & Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Flock on into the Saginaw Children’s Zoo for a special garden day with festive presentations and activities featuring all of your buggy and feathery friends. Vote for your favorite Adopt-a-Garden\, too! This event is sponsored by Michigan Audubon. \nAdmission $5.00. Saginaw Children’s Zoo Members FREE. \nTrain and carousel rides: $1 per person/per ride
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/birds-bugs-butterflies-blooms/
LOCATION:Saginaw Children’s Zoo\, 1730 S. Washington Avenue\, Saginaw\, Michigan\, 48601
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170808T203000
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Swifts in the City!
DESCRIPTION:Swifts in the City! A free workshop hosted by Michigan Audubon\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, August 8 \nTime: 7 – 8:30 p.m. \nLocation: Michigan Audubon Headquarters\, 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI 48864 \n\n\nPlease join us for Michigan Audubon’s August Workshop: Swifts in the City! Have you heard chipping and chattering above your head when you’re in an urban downtown area or neighborhood? Have you seen small “bats” flying during the daytime? Chimney Swifts are unique\, “cigar-shaped” birds that live alongside people in many cities and neighborhoods and are easily confused with bats. They play an important role as natural pest control by consuming thousands of flying insects per day. Sadly\, these birds are declining across the country\, but you can help! Join us to learn about these charming city-loving birds and find out how to help through monitoring and creating habitat. The workshop will include an indoor talk followed by a short carpool to a Chimney Swift roost location to witness the amazing spectacle of roosting behavior. This workshop is great for non-birders and birders alike\, newbies to experts. Educators or community leaders are encouraged to attend as counting swifts in the fall is a fun\, easy activity for all ages and makes for a great evening community event. And consider participating in “A Swift Night Out”\, an annual continent-wide effort that began in 2001 to raise awareness about and encourage interest in Chimney Swifts and Vaux’s Swifts. On one night (Friday\, Saturday or Sunday) over the second weekend of August and/or September observe a roost starting about 30 minutes before sunset and estimate the number of swifts that enter the site. Then submit your data to the Michigan Audubon Chimney Swift Roost Monitoring project. For more information\, visit https://www.michiganaudubon.org/our-conservation-impact/chsw/.\n\n[vc_button url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/michigan-audubon-workshop-series-2017-swifts-in-the-city-tickets-36513775686″ text=”>> Click here to register for Swifts in the City” size=”big” align=”left” type=”primary” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_blank”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/workshop-swifts-city/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science Event,Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170828T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170828T210000
DTSTAMP:20170822T143036Z
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SUMMARY:Swift Night Out in East Lansing
DESCRIPTION:Join Michigan Audubon for a social hour and swift viewing event on Monday\, August 28 at 7 p.m. We will meet at Crunchy’s for a drink or dinner\, then walk to the nearby People’s Church (200 W Grand River Ave\, East Lansing\, MI) at 8 p.m. to watch the roost chimney. Swifts will start gathering in large numbers around 8:30 p.m. and the spectacle will end by 9 p.m. No birding experience or equipment is necessary but cameras and binoculars are encouraged. Come out for a fun\, casual evening to view these urban birds as they migrate south! \nRSVP to Rachelle Roake at rroake@michiganaudubon.org or (517) 580-7364. This event is weather dependent and will be canceled for rain. Those who RSVP ahead of time will receive an email notification announcing any changes. \nIf you’re not able to join us\, you can still help! Surveying for swifts is fun\, easy\, and suitable for all ages. Potential roost locations are fun to search for – start looking for large\, uncapped chimneys on historical buildings\, old factories\, schools\, churches\, courthouses\, or libraries. Learn more about conducting surveys\, find data sheets\, and enter survey data at our website at https://www.michiganaudubon.org/our-conservation-impact/chsw/
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/swift-night-east-lansing/
LOCATION:Crunchy’s\, 254 E Grand River Ave\, East Lansing\, INGHAM\, 48823\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science Event,Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170912T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170912T090000
DTSTAMP:20170810T181731Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Birding Guide Training
DESCRIPTION:Interested in leading or assisting with guided bird walks? Join Michigan Audubon for a special workshop to introduce you to the world of guiding people through nature and introducing them to the world of birds around them. A walk itself\, this workshop will offer an overview\, plus tips and tricks along with core skills needed to become a successful\, engaging volunteer birding guide. \nParticipants are asked to fill out a volunteer application* and commit to volunteering with Michigan Audubon as a bird guide\, assistant\, or event supporter at future Michigan Audubon events. \n*A link to our volunteer application will be sent to your email address after you register for the workshop. \n[vc_button url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/michigan-audubon-workshop-series-2017-volunteer-birding-guide-training-registration-36896466324″ text=”>> Register for Volunteer Birding Guide Training” size=”big” align=”left” type=”primary” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_blank”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/volunteer-birding-guide-training/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Workshop Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170912T130000
DTSTAMP:20170810T181229Z
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SUMMARY:Backyard Bird Habitat Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A backyard can be a haven for birds and wildlife\, but where to start and what’s right for your backyard? Join Michigan Audubon’s Rachelle Roake for an introduction to the elements of a bird-friendly backyard. Tips for top-performing native gardens\, bird feeders\, and nest boxes will be covered. In a time when habitat loss is the leading threat to birds\, every backyard\, no matter the size\, can provide important habitat. Come learn how to attract birds\, butterflies\, and more by creating a nature sanctuary in your own backyard. \nThis workshop is free\, but please register at the link below. \n[vc_button url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/michigan-audubon-workshop-series-backyard-bird-habitat-registration-36868978106″ text=”>> Register for Backyard Bird Habitat Workshop” size=”big” align=”left” type=”primary” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_blank”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/backyard-bird-habitat-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Michigan Audubon Office\, 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Workshop Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170923T203000
DTSTAMP:20170920T165226Z
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SUMMARY:Swift Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Swift Night Out at the Swift Sanctuary and Historic Winery \nDate: Saturday\, September 23 and Sunday\, September 24\nTime: 6 p.m. to just after sunset\nLocation: Swift Sanctuary\, 31505 Grand River Farmington\, MI 48336 \nJoin Detroit Audubon and partners at the Swift Sanctuary to watch the spectacular show as up to 50\,000 Chimney Swifts swirl around and around like a tornado before the avian funnel cloud swirls right down into this historic winery. A wooded area behind the historic winery abuts the Rouge River\, so there may be some migrants lurking there as well. This could be the largest roost of Chimney Swifts in North America! \nAs the swifts go down the chimney we will see a projection of a live video cam of their activity in the chimney\, which was partly supported by Detroit Audubon. Bring a lawn chair to watch this incredible show. Detroit Audubon will have a table at this Swift festival both nights\, we will present a PowerPoint program on swifts\, and in past years there was band to add to the festive atmosphere leading up to the grand mass descent of thousands of swifts into the chimney for the night. \nThere will be refreshments and a raffle a well\, all to raise funds for the expensive upkeep of this historic chimney! \nPlease RSVP at: https://goo.gl/forms/ZC8WAxDQqbiCf13D3 or please kindly email Jac@DetroitAudubon.org
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/swift-night-out/2017-09-23/
LOCATION:Swift Sanctuary\, 31505 Grand River\, Farmington\, MI
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170924T203000
DTSTAMP:20170920T165226Z
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SUMMARY:Swift Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Swift Night Out at the Swift Sanctuary and Historic Winery \nDate: Saturday\, September 23 and Sunday\, September 24\nTime: 6 p.m. to just after sunset\nLocation: Swift Sanctuary\, 31505 Grand River Farmington\, MI 48336 \nJoin Detroit Audubon and partners at the Swift Sanctuary to watch the spectacular show as up to 50\,000 Chimney Swifts swirl around and around like a tornado before the avian funnel cloud swirls right down into this historic winery. A wooded area behind the historic winery abuts the Rouge River\, so there may be some migrants lurking there as well. This could be the largest roost of Chimney Swifts in North America! \nAs the swifts go down the chimney we will see a projection of a live video cam of their activity in the chimney\, which was partly supported by Detroit Audubon. Bring a lawn chair to watch this incredible show. Detroit Audubon will have a table at this Swift festival both nights\, we will present a PowerPoint program on swifts\, and in past years there was band to add to the festive atmosphere leading up to the grand mass descent of thousands of swifts into the chimney for the night. \nThere will be refreshments and a raffle a well\, all to raise funds for the expensive upkeep of this historic chimney! \nPlease RSVP at: https://goo.gl/forms/ZC8WAxDQqbiCf13D3 or please kindly email Jac@DetroitAudubon.org
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/swift-night-out/2017-09-24/
LOCATION:Swift Sanctuary\, 31505 Grand River\, Farmington\, MI
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170926T190000
DTSTAMP:20170818T144434Z
CREATED:20170818T144434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170818T144434Z
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SUMMARY:Swifts in the City
DESCRIPTION:Have you heard chipping and chattering above your head when you’re in an urban downtown area or neighborhood? Have you seen small “bats” flying during the daytime? Chimney Swifts are unique\, “cigar-shaped” birds that live alongside people in many cities and neighborhoods and are easily confused with bats. They play an important role as natural pest control by consuming thousands of flying insects per day. Sadly\, these birds are declining across the country\, but you can help! \nJoin Rachelle Roake from Michigan Audubon to learn about these charming city-loving birds and find out how to help through monitoring and creating habitat. The workshop will include an indoor talk followed by a short carpool to a Chimney Swift roost location to witness the amazing spectacle of roosting behavior. This workshop is great for non-birders and birders alike\, newbies to experts. \n\nThis program is open to all ages. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear to be outside. We will have the program rain or shine. \nTo register for this program please follow the “Tickets” link or visit woldumar.org
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/swifts-in-the-city/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science Event,Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171017T193000
DTSTAMP:20170919T133630Z
CREATED:20170919T125820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170919T133630Z
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SUMMARY:Engaging Young Birders Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Interested in engaging the next generation of birders and conservationists? Join Michigan Audubon’s Lindsay Cain for an introduction to engaging young birders. Educators\, parents\, grandparents\, chapter members\, and other volunteers will all benefit from these tips and tools for introducing birds and bird-related conservation to youth of all ages. From species-specific activities to general bird-related resources\, these skills can be used in formal educational settings and at informal meetings and events. Come learn some new ways to engage youth in this area and share ideas and activities that have worked for you! This workshop is free\, but registering in advance is appreciated. \n[vc_button url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/michigan-audubon-workshop-series-engaging-young-birders-tickets-37878783461?aff=utm_source%3Deb_email%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnew_event_email&utm_term=eventurl_text” text=”Register for Engaging Young Birders” size=”big” align=”left” type=”primary” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_self”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/engaging-young-birders-workshop/
LOCATION:Michigan Audubon Office\, 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Young Birders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171118T110000
DTSTAMP:20171115T150627Z
CREATED:20171115T150627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171115T150627Z
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SUMMARY:Creating a Bird-friendly Backyard
DESCRIPTION:A backyard can be a haven for birds and wildlife\, but where to start and what’s right for your backyard? \nJoin Michigan Audubon’s Rachelle Roake for an introduction to the elements of a bird-friendly backyard. Tips for top-performing native gardens\, bird feeders\, and nest boxes will be covered. In a time when habitat loss is the leading threat to birds\, every backyard\, no matter the size\, can provide important habitat. Come learn how to attract birds\, butterflies\, and more by creating a nature sanctuary in your own backyard. \nPlease join us for this free event.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/creating-bird-friendly-backyard/
LOCATION:Dexter Mill\, 3515 Central St.\, Dexter\, MI\, 48130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Mi Bird-Friendly Communities
GEO:42.3397055;-83.8820186
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180125T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180125T193000
DTSTAMP:20180115T145849Z
CREATED:20180115T145849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180115T145849Z
UID:10002571-1516905000-1516908600@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Winter Sowing with Michigan Native Plants
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 25\, 2018\, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Okemos Public Library. \nJump start your garden with seedlings from native plants. Seed varieties and potting soil provided but bring up to three clean gallon milk jugs. *Registration required; please click on “Register” below. \n[vc_button url=”https://cadl.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?eventid=42304&lib=8″ text=”>> Register” size=”” align=”left” type=”midnight” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_self”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/winter-sowing-michigan-native-plants/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180306
DTSTAMP:20180122T202707Z
CREATED:20180122T202707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T202707Z
UID:10002579-1520121600-1520294399@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Wildflower Association of Michigan Conference: Growing in a Post-Wild World
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Michigan Wildflower Conference presents local\, regional and national speakers who are experts in their fields. Topics include native plants\, invasive controls\, environmental concerns\, forestry\, landscape design\, wildlife and much more. There will be general and concurrent sessions both days.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wildflower-association-michigan-conference-growing-post-wild-world/
LOCATION:Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center\, 219 S Harrison Rd\, East Lansing\, MI\, 48824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
GEO:42.7317521;-84.493658
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180310T120000
DTSTAMP:20180205T155914Z
CREATED:20180131T160643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180205T155914Z
UID:10002580-1520676000-1520683200@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Nest Box Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin us for a fun and informative Nest Box Workshop. Being a responsible bird “landlord” includes providing a safe nesting situation. This can be accomplished through regular nest checks\, maintenance\, and predator guards. Gene Wasserman will cover the basics of nest box monitoring. Learn how to perform regular nest checks\, safeguard against parasites and predators\, and record monitoring data. As an added bonus\, there will be an opportunity to construct and take home your very own nest box. \nPlease register at the link below. \nThe cost is $10. Please bring payment to the workshop. Cash\, check\, or credit card will be accepted. If you have any questions\, please email events@michiganaudubon.org or call (517) 580-7364. \n[vc_button url=”https://goo.gl/forms/A7zlI1gkW9NY61b23″ text=”>> Register for Nestbox Monitoring Workshop” size=”” align=”left” type=”midnight” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_blank”]\n  \nSaturday\, March 10\, 2018\n10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nMichigan Audubon Office\n2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\nOkemos\, MI 48864
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/nestbox-monitoring-workshop/
LOCATION:Michigan Audubon Office\, 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Mi Bird-Friendly Communities
GEO:42.7067963;-84.4353536
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Michigan Audubon Office 2310 Science Parkway Suite 200 Okemos MI 48864 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200:geo:-84.4353536,42.7067963
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180312T200000
DTSTAMP:20180306T162431Z
CREATED:20180306T162431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180306T162431Z
UID:10002591-1520881200-1520884800@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Seminar Series: Introduction to eBird with Caleb Putnam
DESCRIPTION:Join Caleb Putnam\, Michigan Bird Conservation Coordinator for Audubon Great Lakes and Michigan DNR\, to learn about eBird. Both the website and mobile applications will be discussed. This introduction will have you populating lists and finding species of interest in no time. Not an eBirder yet? The seminar will guide you through the easy steps to register your eBird account! \nThis event is part of the Michigan Audubon Seminar Series. Seminars are free and open to the public. Sessions take place on the second Monday of each month from 7 – 8 p.m. at the Michigan Audubon office located at 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos MI\, 48864.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/seminar-series-introduction-ebird-caleb-putnam/
LOCATION:Michigan Audubon Office\, 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Seminar Series
GEO:42.7067963;-84.4353536
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180317
DTSTAMP:20180205T172323Z
CREATED:20180205T172323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180205T172323Z
UID:10002582-1520985600-1521244799@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Michigan Bird Conservation Initiative Syposium
DESCRIPTION:Join the Michigan Bird Conservation Initiative for their 2018 symposium in Mackinaw City. \nFor more details and registration information\, click below. \n[vc_button url=”https://mibci.org/” text=”>> Learn more about the Michigan Bird Conservation Initiative Symposium” size=”” align=”left” type=”midnight” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_blank”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/michigan-bird-conservation-initiative-syposium/
LOCATION:Mackinaw Beach and Bay Inn\, Machinaw City\, MI
CATEGORIES:Conference,Educational Event,PUMA Spotlight Events
GEO:45.7774987;-84.7271465
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180329T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180329T200000
DTSTAMP:20180115T150348Z
CREATED:20180115T150348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180115T150348Z
UID:10002572-1522348200-1522353600@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Heirloom Seed Collecting
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 29   6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Okemos Public Library \nLearn the art of seed collecting and the tradition behind heirloom plants. Meet seed keepers\, find new seeds and learn their many stories. Some seed varieties provided. Facilitator Ben Cohen\, smallhousefarm.com
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/heirloom-seed-collecting/
LOCATION:Okemos Public Library\, 4321 Okemos Road\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
GEO:42.7072986;-84.433012
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180404
DTSTAMP:20180110T145655Z
CREATED:20180110T145655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180110T145655Z
UID:10002234-1522713600-1522799999@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:ORNITHOLOGY: AN IN-DEPTH STUDY OF BIRDS
DESCRIPTION:ORNITHOLOGY: AN IN-DEPTH STUDY OF BIRDS  is a great course for novice and intermediate birders alike.  It is also a wonderful place for photographers to learn more about their subjects. \nWe have “streamlined” the original class but it still covers topics including anatomy\, physiology\, migration\, song and flight in the Tuesday evening lectures. Saturday field trips are filled with bird identification\, behavior observations and tips on how to find those birds you seek. We usually travel by carpool to our field trip sites. \nThe class consists of 4 weeks of Tuesday evening lectures and Saturday morning field trips\, beginning on April 3.  Most field trips begin at 8 AM. We try to end as close to noon as possible. Not everyone makes it to all the classes and field trips. We definitely understand and will do our best to be  be sure you can makeup any topics you miss. \nAs in previous years\, the class size will be limited to 20 individuals. We have sold out for 4 years in a row so registering as early as you can is advisable. \nYou can register on the web site at the link below. \n[vc_button url=”https://www.miavianexperience.org/field-classes/” text=”REGISTER FOR ORNITHOLOGY: AN IN-DEPTH STUDY OF BIRDS” size=”” align=”left” type=”midnight” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_blank”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ornithology-depth-study-birds/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180407T160000
DTSTAMP:20180330T164133Z
CREATED:20180330T164133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180330T164133Z
UID:10002252-1523095200-1523116800@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:MSU Science Festival: Expo Zone
DESCRIPTION:Experience exciting hands-on activities and demonstrations on topics ranging from art to zoology. Learn about astronomy\, microbiology\, veterinary medicine\, the relationship between art and science\, and much more! With three buildings full of presentations\, there’s something for everyone! Visit the full schedule of events on April 7 to see all of the activities taking place. \n[vc_button url=”http://www.sciencefestival.msu.edu/Event/View/1139″ text=”>> Learn more about MSU Science Festival Expo Zone” size=”” align=”left” type=”midnight” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_blank”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/msu-science-festival-expo-zone/
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180409T200000
DTSTAMP:20180306T162705Z
CREATED:20180306T162705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180306T162705Z
UID:10002592-1523300400-1523304000@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Seminar Series: Birding 101 with Dea Armstrong
DESCRIPTION:Interested in exploring skills helpful to beginning birders? Join us for Birding 101\, a workshop that will help you learn the basic skills to get started. Topics will include where and when to go birding\, binocular use\, identification tips\, and much more. \nThis event is part of the Michigan Audubon Seminar Series. Seminars are free and open to the public. Sessions take place on the second Monday of each month from 7 – 8 p.m. at the Michigan Audubon office located at 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos MI\, 48864.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/seminar-series-birding-101-dea-armstrong/
LOCATION:Michigan Audubon Office\, 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Seminar Series
GEO:42.7067963;-84.4353536
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Michigan Audubon Office 2310 Science Parkway Suite 200 Okemos MI 48864 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200:geo:-84.4353536,42.7067963
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180418T190000
DTSTAMP:20180405T202540Z
CREATED:20180405T202253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T202540Z
UID:10002255-1524078000-1524078000@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Film "Hometown Habitat\, Stories of Bringing Nature Home"
DESCRIPTION:“Hometown Habitat\, Stories of Bringing Nature Home”  is a 90-minute environmental education documentary by award-winning director Catherine Zimmerman. The film features renowned entomologist Dr. Douglas Tallamy\, whose research\, books and lectures on the use of non-native plants in landscaping have focused attention on habitat and species loss. The movie highlights projects from around the country where people are working together to reverse this trend and restore habitat for birds\, pollinators\, and all wildlife. \nThis event is free and open to the public so invite your friends! Donations welcomed. Refreshments will be provided. \nThis event is sponsored by Wild Ones Red Cedar Chapter\, Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lansing\, Wildtype Native Plant Nursery\, Michigan Audubon\, Mason Sycamore Creek Garden Club\, MSU Shadows Program and Beverly Hershberger. Other sponsorship packages are available. Contact the Red Cedar Chapter of Wild Ones for more information by clicking here. \nDownload a flyer for this event to share with friends and family.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/film-hometown-habitat-stories-of-bringing-nature-home/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lansing\, 5509 S. Pennsylvania Ave\, Lanisng\, MI
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
GEO:42.6772275;-84.5370469
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lansing 5509 S. Pennsylvania Ave Lanisng MI;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5509 S. Pennsylvania Ave:geo:-84.5370469,42.6772275
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180505T130000
DTSTAMP:20180413T144117Z
CREATED:20180413T143134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T144117Z
UID:10002257-1525507200-1525525200@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Welcome Back Birds!
DESCRIPTION:Fly back to the estate to celebrate spring and the return of our feathered friends as we Welcome Back Birds at Ford House. Bring the whole flock!\n\nAt Welcome Back Birds\, you will:\n– Take a guided bird walk by Wild Birds Unlimited of Grosse Pointe Woods.\n– Learn about terns on the Detroit River with the Detroit Audubon Society.\n– See live owls\, hawks and other birds of prey presented by the Leslie Science & Nature Center.\n– Make a bird feeder and bird mobile to take home.\n\n– Learn about the owls of Michigan from the DNR’s Outdoor Adventure Center.\n– Enjoy bird-themed games and activities all day long. \n\n\nGuided bird walks will be offered at 8:15 and 9:30 a.m. (space is limited at each time). You will be asked to register for your bird walk time at the door. Live birds of prey demonstrations will be at 9:30 and 11:30 a.m.\n\nTickets are $12 for adults\, $10 for children ages 4 and up. Members are $10 for adults\, $8 for children.\n\n[vc_button url=”https://www.fordhouse.org/event/05052018/welcome-back-birds-2″ text=”>> Learn more and register for Welcome Back Birds!” size=”” align=”left” type=”primary” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_blank”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/welcome-back-birds/
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Educational Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180513
DTSTAMP:20180413T195322Z
CREATED:20180413T195322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T195322Z
UID:10002258-1526083200-1526169599@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day in Mt. Pleasant
DESCRIPTION:Bineshiyag n’ganawaabmaanaanig! (We watch the Birds!) \nJoin the Isabella Conservation District\, Ziibiwing Center of Anishinabe Culture & Lifeways\, and Chippewa Valley Audubon Club on Saturday\, May 12th for our 7th annual World Migratory Bird Day Celebration.  Begin the day at 9:00 AM with a Bird Walk at the Soaring Eagle RV Park (5514 E. Airport Rd\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI) hosted by the Chippewa Valley Audubon Club.  Later at 1:00 PM join us at the Ziibiwing Center (6650 E. Broadway\, Mt. Pleasant\, MI) for an afternoon of educational activities\, arts and crafts\, and giveaways.  Cap the day off with a live raptor presentation from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/celebrate-world-migratory-bird-day-in-mt-pleasant/
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Educational Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180512T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180512T120000
DTSTAMP:20180511T163055Z
CREATED:20180411T145229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180511T163055Z
UID:10002256-1526112000-1526126400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED: Capital City Bird Sanctuary Open House Celebrating World Migratory Bird Day
DESCRIPTION:This event has been canceled due to weather. \nAs the weather forecast is not promising\, Michigan Audubon has decided to cancel this event. We will continue to bring you family-friendly events\, bird walks\, and more throughout the year. Please consider joining us on our next Tuesday Trek at Burchfield County Park on May 15. The park is located at 881 Grovenburg Rd.\, Holt\, MI 48842 and will begin at 8 a.m. As always\, the Capital City Bird Sanctuary is open daily and can be enjoyed by the public from dawn to dusk. \nWe apologize for the inconvenience and wish you a happy spring! \n 
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/capital-city-bird-sanctuary-open-house-celebrating-world-migratory-bird-day/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Sanctuary Event
GEO:42.7648996;-84.6385342
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180514T200000
DTSTAMP:20180306T191937Z
CREATED:20180306T163030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180306T191937Z
UID:10002593-1526324400-1526328000@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Seminar Series: Invasive Species in Mid-Michigan with Erin Pavloski
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about the Mid-Michigan Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA) and how to identify invasive species you’ll find in our area\, as well as new ones to look out for. We’ll also talk about how you can help invasive species management in your community and other invasive species resources. \nThis event is part of the Michigan Audubon Seminar Series. Seminars are free and open to the public. Sessions take place on the second Monday of each month from 7 – 8 p.m. at the Michigan Audubon office located at 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos MI\, 48864.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/seminar-series-invasive-species-mid-michigan-erin-pavlowski/
LOCATION:Michigan Audubon Office\, 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Seminar Series
GEO:42.7067963;-84.4353536
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180520T150000
DTSTAMP:20180502T150701Z
CREATED:20180417T195514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180502T150701Z
UID:10002604-1526806800-1526828400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Bird Habitat Workshop 2018 - Native Design for the Birds
DESCRIPTION:Join Michigan Audubon and Wesley Landon of Native Edge for an all-day workshop focused on the critical relationship between birds and native plants\, all through the lens of intentional garden design. In this workshop\, participants will learn why birds need native plants\, which native plants are “powerhouses” for birds\, and how to use native plants in both formal and informal landscapes. A common concern when adding native plants to the landscape is their “weedy” or “messy” look – this year’s workshop is focused on bucking this misconception by teaching participants how to select native plants to fit a desired design aesthetic and still support birds\, pollinators\, and wildlife. Wesley Landon is a licensed landscape architect focused on creating resilient\, innovative places which inspire and restore the native environmental fabric of the landscape. He will be sharing his knowledge through an interactive exercise and discussion on site selection and formal design using native plants. Participants should bring aerial images\, sketches of a future garden project\, and/or knowledge about specific site conditions to discuss during the exercise. \nThis workshop will feature an indoor educational session followed by an outdoor walk to view good examples of a bird-friendly landscape. In the afternoon\, the group will travel to Wildtype in Mason\, where owner Bill Schneider will give a tour of this unique native plant nursery and participants will have the opportunity to shop and explore during one of the few days this great resource is open to the public. Participants will take home a resource folder packed with helpful tips and a native shrub to kick-start a backyard habitat transformation. A buffet lunch is included with registration along with a packet of take-home resources. Please dress appropriately for the outdoors as this event will take place rain or shine. \nIf you love watching birds\, please join us to learn how you can support our birds by stewarding healthy native habitat around your home\, office\, school\, or neighborhood. \nCost: $25 for Michigan Audubon or Woldumar Nature Center members; $35 for non-members of either organization \n[vc_button url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2018-backyard-bird-habitat-workshop-tickets-45248807401″ text=”>> Click here to register for the Backyard Bird Habitat Workshop” size=”” align=”left” type=”midnight” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_blank”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/backyard-bird-habitat-workshop-2018-native-design-for-the-birds/
LOCATION:Woldumar Nature Center\, 5739 Old Lansing Road\, Lansing\, MI\, 48917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Mi Bird-Friendly Communities
GEO:42.6915321;-84.6316159
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180611T200000
DTSTAMP:20180306T163317Z
CREATED:20180306T163317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180306T163317Z
UID:10002594-1528743600-1528747200@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Seminar Series: The Art of Birding "by Ear" with Jim McGrath
DESCRIPTION:Studying field guides is valuable for identifying wild birds around you\, but what about the ones that you can’t see? When you gain the ability to “bird by ear\,” you propel yourself to a level of avian awareness that blows away identification by sight alone. Join Nature Discovery’s Jim McGrath for this visually and auditorially-stimulating presentation. Jim will introduce participants to word handles and other tips to help you recognize and remember a host of common birdsongs. At the presentation’s conclusion\, weather permitting\, participants are invited to step outside and begin to put their newly-gained skills to work. Don’t forget your binoculars! Don’t have binoculars? No worries! We’ll have extras on hand. \nThis event is part of the Michigan Audubon Seminar Series. Seminars are free and open to the public. Sessions take place on the second Monday of each month from 7 – 8 p.m. at the Michigan Audubon office located at 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos MI\, 48864.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/seminar-series-art-birding-ear-jim-mcgrath/
LOCATION:MI Audubon\, 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Seminar Series
GEO:42.7071407;-84.4347237
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180709T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180709T200000
DTSTAMP:20180306T163533Z
CREATED:20180306T163518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180306T163533Z
UID:10002595-1531162800-1531166400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Seminar Series: Lobbying on Behalf of Birds with Brian Merlos
DESCRIPTION:Audubon’s Field Organizer program is a nationwide initiative that began in 2016 to grow our grassroots influence in helping to protect birds and the places they need. This presentation\, provided by Michigan Field Organizer Brian Merlos\, will expound upon Audubon’s long history of activism as well as provide an update on the legislative obstacles birds currently face. We hope to provide you with the tools and resources to help birds overcome these threats by taking action at the local\, state\, and federal levels. \nThis event is part of the Michigan Audubon Seminar Series. Seminars are free and open to the public. Sessions take place on the second Monday of each month from 7 – 8 p.m. at the Michigan Audubon office located at 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos MI\, 48864.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/seminar-series-lobbying-behalf-birds/
LOCATION:MI Audubon\, 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Seminar Series
GEO:42.7071407;-84.4347237
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