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SUMMARY:WPBO Bird Walks at the Point
DESCRIPTION:Join us for WPBO Migratory Bird Walks with Michigan Audubon’s Field Ornithologist at WPBO!\nEvery Saturday and Sunday Morning\, August 15 – November 15\, 2026\n9 a.m. – 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nRegistration: No registration required.\nCost: Free!\nLocation: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory in Paradise\, Michigan\nMeet at the small white building on the southeast side of the cul-de-sac. \nThe 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Tour (2-hour Tour)\nOn this early morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the hiking trails\, shoreline\, bird feeders\, and along our boardwalks\, including the Raptor Deck. \nTour Distance: 1-1.5 Miles\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Moderate; sandy beach shoreline\, hiking trails on dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nThe 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Tour (1-hour Tour)\nOn this late-morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the boardwalks\, shoreline\, and the bird feeders. \nTour Distance: Less than 1 mile\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Easy; dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nImportant Tour Tips!\n\nThe WPBO Migratory Bird Walks are open to the public\, for all ages\, come rain or shine!\nDress in Layers: Weather can change quickly at the Point.\nComfortable Footwear: Sturdy\, waterproof hiking boots or shoes are ideal for uneven terrain.\nBring Binoculars: Essential for spotting birds from a distance! A field guide or birding app\, such as Merlin\, is also handy. We also have extra binoculars\, should you need them.\nPack Water and Snacks: Stay hydrated and energized during the tour.\nSun Protection: Bring a hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen.\nInsect Repellent: Keep bugs at bay.\nCamera or Smartphone: Capture the birds and the beautiful scenery!\nRespect Nature: Stay on designated trails with our tour guide and maintain a quiet\, respectful presence.\n\nPlease continue to reference this webpage for the most updated information\, including any changes to the tour dates or times. The event may be cancelled at any time due to unforeseen circumstances.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wpbo-bird-walks-at-the-point/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
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SUMMARY:WPBO Bird Walks at the Point
DESCRIPTION:Join us for WPBO Migratory Bird Walks with Michigan Audubon’s Field Ornithologist at WPBO!\nEvery Saturday and Sunday Morning\, August 15 – November 15\, 2026\n9 a.m. – 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nRegistration: No registration required.\nCost: Free!\nLocation: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory in Paradise\, Michigan\nMeet at the small white building on the southeast side of the cul-de-sac. \nThe 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Tour (2-hour Tour)\nOn this early morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the hiking trails\, shoreline\, bird feeders\, and along our boardwalks\, including the Raptor Deck. \nTour Distance: 1-1.5 Miles\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Moderate; sandy beach shoreline\, hiking trails on dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nThe 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Tour (1-hour Tour)\nOn this late-morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the boardwalks\, shoreline\, and the bird feeders. \nTour Distance: Less than 1 mile\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Easy; dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nImportant Tour Tips!\n\nThe WPBO Migratory Bird Walks are open to the public\, for all ages\, come rain or shine!\nDress in Layers: Weather can change quickly at the Point.\nComfortable Footwear: Sturdy\, waterproof hiking boots or shoes are ideal for uneven terrain.\nBring Binoculars: Essential for spotting birds from a distance! A field guide or birding app\, such as Merlin\, is also handy. We also have extra binoculars\, should you need them.\nPack Water and Snacks: Stay hydrated and energized during the tour.\nSun Protection: Bring a hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen.\nInsect Repellent: Keep bugs at bay.\nCamera or Smartphone: Capture the birds and the beautiful scenery!\nRespect Nature: Stay on designated trails with our tour guide and maintain a quiet\, respectful presence.\n\nPlease continue to reference this webpage for the most updated information\, including any changes to the tour dates or times. The event may be cancelled at any time due to unforeseen circumstances.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wpbo-bird-walks-at-the-point-2/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Educational Event,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Camp Newaygo Wetland Trail Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Camp Newaygo Wetland Trail Grand Opening & Hidden Lake Environmental Center Launch\nOctober 22\, 9-5pm \nCamp Newaygo\, 5333 S S Centerline Road\, Newaygo\, MI 49337 \nCamp Newaygo is celebrating a major milestone: the reopening of its historic Wetland Trail\, plus the launch of the Hidden Lake Environmental Center\, a new year-round environmental education initiative. \nThe day includes two parts. \nFrom 9:00 AM–4:00 PM\, join a free day of speakers and learning (advance registration required\, deadline October 18)\, including birders Will Keller (“The Love of Birds\, Versus a Love of Birding”) and renowned author/illustrator David Allen Sibley (“The Psychology of Bird Identification\,” with a book signing to follow). Breakfast and lunch included. \nAt 4:00 PM\, the celebration opens to the public with a ribbon cutting for the newly rebuilt Wetland Trail boardwalk\, a bog/wetland habitat that’s been a birding destination for generations. This part is free\, open to everyone\, and needs no registration. Inaugural trail walks follow from 4:15–5:00 PM. \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-camp-newaygo-wetland-trail-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Camp Newaygo\, 5333 S CENTERLINE RD\, Newaygo\, MI\, 49337\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Educational Event,Presentation
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SUMMARY:WPBO Bird Walks at the Point
DESCRIPTION:Join us for WPBO Migratory Bird Walks with Michigan Audubon’s Field Ornithologist at WPBO!\nEvery Saturday and Sunday Morning\, August 15 – November 15\, 2026\n9 a.m. – 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\nRegistration: No registration required.\nCost: Free!\nLocation: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory in Paradise\, Michigan\nMeet at the small white building on the southeast side of the cul-de-sac. \nThe 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Tour (2-hour Tour)\nOn this early morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the hiking trails\, shoreline\, bird feeders\, and along our boardwalks\, including the Raptor Deck. \nTour Distance: 1-1.5 Miles\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Moderate; sandy beach shoreline\, hiking trails on dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nThe 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Tour (1-hour Tour)\nOn this late-morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the boardwalks\, shoreline\, and the bird feeders. \nTour Distance: Less than 1 mile\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Easy; dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nImportant Tour Tips!\n\nThe WPBO Migratory Bird Walks are open to the public\, for all ages\, come rain or shine!\nDress in Layers: Weather can change quickly at the Point.\nComfortable Footwear: Sturdy\, waterproof hiking boots or shoes are ideal for uneven terrain.\nBring Binoculars: Essential for spotting birds from a distance! A field guide or birding app\, such as Merlin\, is also handy. We also have extra binoculars\, should you need them.\nPack Water and Snacks: Stay hydrated and energized during the tour.\nSun Protection: Bring a hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen.\nInsect Repellent: Keep bugs at bay.\nCamera or Smartphone: Capture the birds and the beautiful scenery!\nRespect Nature: Stay on designated trails with our tour guide and maintain a quiet\, respectful presence.\n\nPlease continue to reference this webpage for the most updated information\, including any changes to the tour dates or times. The event may be cancelled at any time due to unforeseen circumstances.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wpbo-bird-walks-at-the-point/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Educational Event,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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