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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon Walk at Leelanau Trail
DESCRIPTION:GT Audubon September Sunday Bird Walks \n\nJoin us 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 times listed below for the individual Sunday Bird Walks. Contact Coordinators listed below. \nSeptember 6 – 8:30 am – Leelanau Trail at Fouch Road\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/Vdh7obKUhk9ej8Ps6 \nPaved trail\, level\, no restroom.\nContact Leader Kirk Waterstripe (4walkinglightly@gmail.com) \n  \n*All events listed herein by the Grand Traverse Audubon Club are strictly voluntary in nature.  As such\, members who participate in any of the events do so by their own choice.  If a member so chooses to participate\, that person knowingly and voluntarily enters into this waiver and release of liability and hereby waives any and all rights\, claims\, and causes of action resulting from that person’s participation in that event and releases the Club\, its members and board members for any injury directly or indirectly caused by participation in that event.  Voluntary participation in club events implies holding harmless the Club against any and all claims\, suits\, or actions of any kind for liability\, damages\, compensation\, or otherwise brought by said person or anyone on that person’s behalf.* \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-walk-at-leelanau-trail/
LOCATION:Leelanau Trail at Fouch Road
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T200000
DTSTAMP:20260826T184309Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T184309Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Jackson Audubon Society Program: Exploring U.S. National Parks
DESCRIPTION:Exploring our U.S. National Parks & JAS Member Meeting \nElla Sharp Museum 3225 S Fourth St.\, Jackson\, MI \nTuesday\, September 08\, 2026 6:30 PM EDT \nExploring our U.S. National Parks \nDoug Leffler presents “Exploring our U.S. National Parks.” He will discuss the diversity of our National Parks\, based on personal visits\, and also take a brief look at notable state and local parks. \nBefore the Doug’s presentation\, a representative from Irish Hills Concerned Citizens will provide information and updates on the proposed gravel mine adjacent to Watkins Lake SP/NP. \nMeetings will begin with a social time at 6:30 PM then the member meeting followed by the program starting at 7:00 PM. \nBring recyclables (magazines\, feeders\, etc.) to the program. \nWeather cancellation Policy:  JAS programs and activities will be cancelled if Jackson Schools close. \n  \nMore information:  PROGRAM: Exploring our U.S. National Parks & JAS Member Meeting \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-jackson-audubon-society-program-exploring-u-s-national-parks/
LOCATION:Ella Sharp Museum\, 3225 S Fourth St.\, Jackson\, MI\, 49203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T203000
DTSTAMP:20260901T203019Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Oakland Bird Alliance: eBird/MBRC Review Process
DESCRIPTION:eBird/MBRC Review Process (Scott Terry) \nOBA meetings open at 6:30 PM and talks begin at 7:00 PM. \nCity of Auburn Hills Community Center – 3350 E Seyburn Dr\, Auburn Hills\, MI 48326 \nAnybody that uses eBird to record their bird sightings knows that the records are reviewed by\nindividuals who check for the validity of sightings\, likelihood and the numbers recorded. But\nhow does that process work? Also\, the Michigan Bird Records Committee gets to weigh in on\nthe acceptability of rare bird sightings and the evidence provided to support those sightings.\nHow does that process work? These questions and others you may have can be answered in\nthis presentation by someone who knows how this works. Come and learn more about both\nprocesses and how they affect you and your bird sighting records. \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-oakland-bird-alliance-ebird-mbrc-review-process/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T123628Z
CREATED:20260902T123325Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Holland Audubon Club: No Bird Brains Here Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Holland Audubon Club Meeting \nSept 8th at Hope Church\, 7pm (6:30 social)\, 77 W. 11th\, St. Holland MI \n“No Birdbrains Here: The Latest on Bird Learning\, Instinct and Intelligence” by Susan Schneider\, PhD A fascinating thing has been revealed: birds can learn from consequences\, as we and many other species can. Baby chicks learn to peck accurately\, wild mockingbirds learn to recognize individual people\, and pigeons have learned to categorize art and music. Even instinctive behaviors like imprinting can be more flexible than scientists used to think\, and songbird song appears particularly malleable. \nJoin Holland Audubon Club at our season opener as we explore bird learning and intelligence\, from everyday foraging\, to learning through observing\, to tool use. Susan will share her keen knowledge on how such adaptability may be critical as wild birds attempt to adjust to the many threats they face today and how scientists also take advantage of this powerful learning ability to help save endangered species. A poignant\, timely program you’ll find intriguing and not to be missed. A Behavioral and Bio-psychologist\, Dr. Schneider is an expert on learning principles\, with many academic publications. \nShe’s also an avid birder and field trip leader. A Kalamazoo Audubon Board member\, Schneider has served on the boards of four Audubon chapters and been president of two. Her award-winning book\, The Science of Consequences\, covers basic learning principles\, their role in nature-nurture relations\, and their broad range of applications. It was a selection of the Scientific American Book Club.\nA member of the psychology faculty at Western Michigan University\, Schneider is currently focused on applying learning principles to the climate crisis. \nhollandaudubon@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-holland-audubon-club-no-bird-brains-here-presentation/
LOCATION:Hope Church\, 77 W 11th St\,\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T131221Z
CREATED:20260902T131100Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon Club: Avian Influenza
DESCRIPTION:GRAND TRAVERSE AUDUBON CLUB \nOur regular programs are usually the second Thursday of the month. They are held typically at Boardman River Nature Center on Cass Road at 7:00 PM.  (Except May/June/July/August) Everyone (including non-members) is welcome to attend! \nSeptember 10 – (Thursday) – Dr. Paul Coussens Program on Avian Influenza (HPAI H5N1) \nDr. Paul Coussens\, professor of animal science at Michigan State University\, will present a program on Avian Influenza.  Come and learn about the bird flu virus\, where it hides in nature\, how it jumped to mammals and humans\, how it impacts agriculture such as eggs and chickens\, and what we can do about it.  Bring your questions! \n \n*All events listed herein by the Grand Traverse Audubon Club are strictly voluntary in nature.  As such\, members who participate in any of the events do so by their own choice.  If a member so chooses to participate\, that person knowingly and voluntarily enters into this waiver and release of liability and hereby waives any and all rights\, claims\, and causes of action resulting from that person’s participation in that event and releases the Club\, its members and board members for any injury directly or indirectly caused by participation in that event.  Voluntary participation in club events implies holding harmless the Club against any and all claims\, suits\, or actions of any kind for liability\, damages\, compensation\, or otherwise brought by said person or anyone on that person’s behalf.* \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-avian-influenza/
LOCATION:Boardman River Nature Center\, 1450 Cass Rd\, Traverse City\, 49685\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260913T103000
DTSTAMP:20260902T131817Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon Walk at Maple Bay Natural Area
DESCRIPTION:GT Audubon September Sunday Bird Walks \nJoin us 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 times listed below for the individual Sunday Bird Walks. Contact Coordinators listed below. \nSeptember 13 – 9:00 am – Maple Bay Natural Area\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/J7XdgJW7CuhMU3Zi9\nTrails along the bay and woods\, and views of Petobego Pond\nContact Leader\, Kathie Wiley (dujour1@gmail.com) \n  \n*All events listed herein by the Grand Traverse Audubon Club are strictly voluntary in nature.  As such\, members who participate in any of the events do so by their own choice.  If a member so chooses to participate\, that person knowingly and voluntarily enters into this waiver and release of liability and hereby waives any and all rights\, claims\, and causes of action resulting from that person’s participation in that event and releases the Club\, its members and board members for any injury directly or indirectly caused by participation in that event.  Voluntary participation in club events implies holding harmless the Club against any and all claims\, suits\, or actions of any kind for liability\, damages\, compensation\, or otherwise brought by said person or anyone on that person’s behalf.* \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-walk-at-maple-bay-natural-area/
LOCATION:Maple Bay Natural Area
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T193000
DTSTAMP:20260807T195719Z
CREATED:20260807T195719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T195719Z
UID:10011013-1789581600-1789587000@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: WBNA Meeting - The Pantanal and Atlantic Lowland Forest of Brazil with Mike Kielb
DESCRIPTION:The Pantanal and Atlantic Lowland Forest of Brazil with Mike Kielb\nDate:Wednesday\, September 16Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm\nAnn Arbor District Library: Downtown \n343 South Fifth Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48104\n\nPlease join us for a photographic review of a twelve day adventure that started in the Pantanal wetlands of southwestern Brazil at the end of the dry season\, when seeing large mammals is optimal. Then heading to the Atlantic coast for coastal birds; enjoy this trip report and photos with Mike Kielb\, past president of Washtenaw Bird and Nature Alliance\, Board Member of Michigan Audubon\, tour guide\, and an author of Birds of Washtenaw County. Retired from Biology Faculty at  Eastern Michigan University. \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-wbna-meeting-the-pantanal-and-atlantic-lowland-forest-of-brazil-with-mike-kielb/
LOCATION:Ann Arbor District Library Downtown\, 343 South Fifth Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260919T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T185118Z
CREATED:20260610T185118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T185118Z
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SUMMARY:Chapter Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:Chapter Leadership Conference – September 19\, 2026 – Register Now! \nChapter leaders from around the state are encouraged to join us at this one-day Chapter Leadership Conference in Lansing\, MI.  Each chapter will receive two complimentary tickets for two board members or chapter leaders to attend. Additional chapter leaders are welcome to attended this year for $40. \nLocation: Crowne Plaza Lansing\, 925 S Creyts Rd\, Lansing\, MI 48917 \nTimes: 7:30am Arrival \, 8:00am Event starts\, 3:30 pm Concludes\, Optional Walk follows \nThe day will include: \n\nMichigan Audubon program updates\nConservation topics\nChapter-focused workshops\nNetworking with fellow leaders\, board\, and staff\nNew! Field Trip and bird walk to Michigan Audubon’s Capital City Bird Sanctuary\n\nBreakfast\, lunch\, and prizes provided! Travel expenses are the responsibility of the chapter or attendee.  Discounted rates at the Crowne Plaza are in the works\, stay tuned.  A detailed agenda will be provided prior to the event. \n  \nRegistration is now open\, please register here.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/chapter-leadership-conference/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Lansing\, 925 S Creyts Rd\, Lansing\, MI\, 48917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Chapter Event,Conference,Educational Event,Michigan Audubon,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260920T103000
DTSTAMP:20260902T131758Z
CREATED:20260902T131758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T131758Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon Walk at Timbers Recreational Area
DESCRIPTION:GT Audubon September Sunday Bird Walks \nJoin us 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 times listed below for the individual Sunday Bird Walks. Contact Coordinators listed below. \nSeptember 20 – 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  \n*All events listed herein by the Grand Traverse Audubon Club are strictly voluntary in nature.  As such\, members who participate in any of the events do so by their own choice.  If a member so chooses to participate\, that person knowingly and voluntarily enters into this waiver and release of liability and hereby waives any and all rights\, claims\, and causes of action resulting from that person’s participation in that event and releases the Club\, its members and board members for any injury directly or indirectly caused by participation in that event.  Voluntary participation in club events implies holding harmless the Club against any and all claims\, suits\, or actions of any kind for liability\, damages\, compensation\, or otherwise brought by said person or anyone on that person’s behalf.* \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-walk-at-timbers-recreational-area/
LOCATION:Timbers Recreation Area\, Traverse City\, MI
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260927T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T132010Z
CREATED:20260902T132010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T132010Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon Walk at Reffitt Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:GT Audubon September Sunday Bird Walks \nJoin us 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 times listed below for the individual Sunday Bird Walks. Contact Coordinators listed below. \n*September 27 – 3:00 pm – Reffitt Nature Center\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/BTS3Ss2HbYPGTTKy5\n* Young Birders Walk *\nIt’s never too early to become a birder! This walk will introduce children of all ages and their parents to the wonder and joy of birds and bird watching.  In addition\, young birders with birding experience will enjoy this bird walk in the special habitat of Reffitt Nature Preserve. Bring binoculars and a bird guide if you have them. Children 12 and younger should be accompanied by an adult.\nContact Leader\, Maryellen Newport (maryellen.newport@gmail.com) \n  \n*All events listed herein by the Grand Traverse Audubon Club are strictly voluntary in nature.  As such\, members who participate in any of the events do so by their own choice.  If a member so chooses to participate\, that person knowingly and voluntarily enters into this waiver and release of liability and hereby waives any and all rights\, claims\, and causes of action resulting from that person’s participation in that event and releases the Club\, its members and board members for any injury directly or indirectly caused by participation in that event.  Voluntary participation in club events implies holding harmless the Club against any and all claims\, suits\, or actions of any kind for liability\, damages\, compensation\, or otherwise brought by said person or anyone on that person’s behalf.* \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-walk-at-reffitt-nature-center/
LOCATION:Reffitt Preserve
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event,Presentation,Young Birders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260928T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260928T200000
DTSTAMP:20260827T124124Z
CREATED:20260819T190054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T124124Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Dynamic Bird Diversity of Sarett Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Audubon Society of Kalamazoo monthly meetings are held on the 4th Monday of September-April (except for December) \nA social time begins at 6:30 with the program beginning at 7:00. \nPeople’s Church\, 1758 North 10th Street\, Kalamazoo. \nOn September 28\, Nate Fuller\, Executive Director at Sarett Nature Center\, Benton Harbor\, Michigan\, will share the dynamic story of bird diversity at the nature center as habitats and climate conditions change. We will schedule a field trip to visit Sarett this fall. \n \nSEPTEMBER MONTHLY MEETING: “DYNAMIC BIRD DIVERSITY OF SARETT NATURE CENTER” \nBy Nate Fuller and Gail Walter \nNate Fuller will share the dynamic story of bird diversity at the nature center as habitats and climate conditions change. Sarett owns over 1\,000 acres in Southwest Michigan that include a wide range of habitats from wet to dry and forested to open grassland. Sarett staff and volunteers have been documenting its wildlife diversity\, especially birds\, for over 50 years. Learn how fluctuating water levels are impacting Prothonotary Warblers while habitat restoration is helping American Kestrels and Eastern Bluebirds. Sarett staff are witnessing northern range shifts of historically southern species like Yellow-breasted Chats\, White-eyed Vireos\, and Blue Grosbeaks while species like Common Ravens and Red-shouldered Hawks recover historic breeding ranges. And what is the deal with Fish Crows? We will schedule a field trip to Sarett in the fall. \nNate Fuller is the Executive Director of Sarett Nature Center. He first worked at Sarett as a naturalist from 1995 to 2001 before returning as director in 2019. In between times working at Sarett\, he was the Conservation and Stewardship Director for Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy. In that role he worked to establish public natural areas and restore wildlife habitat across nine counties of Southwest Michigan. Nate received a bachelor’s degree in biology from Northland College in Ashland\, Wisconsin\, and a master’s degree in geography with an emphasis in environmental and resource analysis from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. \nWe hope you’ll join us on Monday\, September 28th\, at People’s Church\, 1758 North 10th Street\, Kalamazoo. This program is geared to all audiences\, and we enthusiastically invite families and nature lovers of any age to join us!  Come at 6:30 PM (new time) for some refreshments and socializing. Snacks and beverages will be provided. It’s helpful if you bring your own cup. The one-hour program will start at 7:00 PM. Handicap parking and access is at either the front or the rear entrance of the building. \nWe will have a simultaneous Zoom link to the meeting for those who can’t make it or feel uncomfortable as yet to attend in person. This link will be available shortly before the meeting in the October newsletter that is emailed to you. We will also be recording the meeting for later viewing. \nAll programs will be Zoomed virtually and also recorded for later viewing. \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-monthly-program-3/
LOCATION:People’s Church of Kalamazoo\, 1758 10th Street N\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Society of Kalamazoo":MAILTO:gebhard.ilse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261004T103000
DTSTAMP:20260902T132617Z
CREATED:20260902T132559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T132617Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon Walk at Medalie Park - Logan's Landing
DESCRIPTION:GT Audubon October Sunday Bird Walks \nJoin us 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 times listed below for the individual Sunday Bird Walks. Contact Coordinators listed below. \nOctober 4 – 9:00 am – Medalie Park-Logan’s Landing\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/Arv25XQ2GZXkQprn7\nWe’ll be looking for early migrating ducks.\nContact Leader\, Jenny Young (jenny@timandjenny.com) \n  \n*All events listed herein by the Grand Traverse Audubon Club are strictly voluntary in nature.  As such\, members who participate in any of the events do so by their own choice.  If a member so chooses to participate\, that person knowingly and voluntarily enters into this waiver and release of liability and hereby waives any and all rights\, claims\, and causes of action resulting from that person’s participation in that event and releases the Club\, its members and board members for any injury directly or indirectly caused by participation in that event.  Voluntary participation in club events implies holding harmless the Club against any and all claims\, suits\, or actions of any kind for liability\, damages\, compensation\, or otherwise brought by said person or anyone on that person’s behalf.* \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-walk-at-maple-bay-natural-area-2/
LOCATION:Medalie Park\, 1910 W South Airport Rd\, Traverse City\, MI\, 49686
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261008T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260923T190858Z
CREATED:20260923T190858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T190858Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Livingston Audubon Naturalists - Owls of Michigan Program
DESCRIPTION:Livingston Audubon Naturalists – “Owls of Michigan” \nNature Programs – October 8\, 6:45pm to 8:30pm. \nLAN welcomes Laurel Zoet\, Naturalist Educator as she shares an inside look into the life of owls using pictures and videos. With their nocturnal habits and impeccable camouflage\, it can be hard to spot members from this fascinating group of birds out in the wild. \nWith over 200 species of owls in the world\, this program will also look at which owl species live here in Michigan and what they’re doing this time of year. \nJoin us at First Presbyterian Church\, 300 E. Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI 48116. Meetings are free and open to the public. All are welcome. For more information\, follow us on Facebook at Livingston Audubon Naturalists\, or our website www.livingstonaudubon.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-livingston-audubon-naturalists-owls-of-michigan-program/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church – Brighton\, 300 E Grand River\, Brighton\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T132131Z
CREATED:20260902T132131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T132131Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon Club: North Sky Raptor Program
DESCRIPTION:GRAND TRAVERSE AUDUBON CLUB \nOur regular programs are usually the second Thursday of the month. They are held typically at Boardman River Nature Center on Cass Road at 7:00 PM.  (Except May/June/July/August) Everyone (including non-members) is welcome to attend! \nOctober 8 – (Thursday) North Sky Raptor & Annual Officer Elections\nThis program/meeting will be held at a special venue due to larger audience participation – TBD soon.\nThis is the meeting when we elect officers for 2026. If you would like to take part in the nomination committee\, (party of 3)\, please volunteer with: Kathy Flegel kflegel33@gmail.com \n  \n*All events listed herein by the Grand Traverse Audubon Club are strictly voluntary in nature.  As such\, members who participate in any of the events do so by their own choice.  If a member so chooses to participate\, that person knowingly and voluntarily enters into this waiver and release of liability and hereby waives any and all rights\, claims\, and causes of action resulting from that person’s participation in that event and releases the Club\, its members and board members for any injury directly or indirectly caused by participation in that event.  Voluntary participation in club events implies holding harmless the Club against any and all claims\, suits\, or actions of any kind for liability\, damages\, compensation\, or otherwise brought by said person or anyone on that person’s behalf.* \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-north-sky-raptor-program/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTSTAMP:20260902T132428Z
CREATED:20260902T132428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T132428Z
UID:10011131-1791590400-1791676799@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon Club: October Big Day
DESCRIPTION:GRAND TRAVERSE AUDUBON CLUB \nOctober 10 (Saturday) – OCTOBER BIG DAY!\nThe 24-hour global birding event runs from midnight to midnight\, allowing you to participate for anywhere from 10 minutes to the entire day. You and participate in a group or on your own. \n\nHow to Participate Locally \n\nYou can birdwatch from anywhere in the world—whether that means looking out your window in Traverse City or visiting popular local hotspots like the Boardman Lake Loop or Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. \n\nGet an Account: Sign up for a 100% free account on eBird or the Cornell Lab’s Merlin Bird ID app.\nCount Birds: Watch and listen for birds on October 10.\nSubmit Your Data: Log your bird sightings directly into the eBird Mobile App so your observations can contribute to global science and conservation.\nFor live event updates and tracking the progress of global checklists throughout the day\, check the eBird October Big Day page.\n\n*(If you would like to lead a Grand Traverse Audubon Club field trip on October Big Day\, let us know! (We can certainly have more than one group fieldtrip that day! Kathie Wiley: dujour1@gmail.com ) \n  \n*All events listed herein by the Grand Traverse Audubon Club are strictly voluntary in nature.  As such\, members who participate in any of the events do so by their own choice.  If a member so chooses to participate\, that person knowingly and voluntarily enters into this waiver and release of liability and hereby waives any and all rights\, claims\, and causes of action resulting from that person’s participation in that event and releases the Club\, its members and board members for any injury directly or indirectly caused by participation in that event.  Voluntary participation in club events implies holding harmless the Club against any and all claims\, suits\, or actions of any kind for liability\, damages\, compensation\, or otherwise brought by said person or anyone on that person’s behalf.* \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-october-big-day/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Birding,Community Science Event,Educational Event,Presentation,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261011T103000
DTSTAMP:20260902T132702Z
CREATED:20260902T132702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T132702Z
UID:10011133-1791709200-1791714600@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon Walk at Arcadia Marsh
DESCRIPTION:GT Audubon October Sunday Bird Walks \nJoin us 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 times listed below for the individual Sunday Bird Walks. Contact Coordinators listed below. \nOctober 11– 9:00 am – Arcadia Marsh Nature Preserve\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/AqWKpqs9GZCceq4Q6\nBoardwalk hike with overlooks of marsh.\nCarpool Option: Meet Kathie at Ace Hardware Chums Corners at 7:30\nContact Leader\, Kathie Wiley (231-409-8913) \n  \n*All events listed herein by the Grand Traverse Audubon Club are strictly voluntary in nature.  As such\, members who participate in any of the events do so by their own choice.  If a member so chooses to participate\, that person knowingly and voluntarily enters into this waiver and release of liability and hereby waives any and all rights\, claims\, and causes of action resulting from that person’s participation in that event and releases the Club\, its members and board members for any injury directly or indirectly caused by participation in that event.  Voluntary participation in club events implies holding harmless the Club against any and all claims\, suits\, or actions of any kind for liability\, damages\, compensation\, or otherwise brought by said person or anyone on that person’s behalf.* \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-walk-at-arcadia-marsh/
LOCATION:Arcadia Marsh
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261013T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260930T134823Z
CREATED:20260930T134823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T134823Z
UID:10011143-1791916200-1791921600@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Jackson Audubon Program -  Michigan Reptiles and Amphibians Up Close
DESCRIPTION:Michigan Reptiles and Amphibians Up Close & JAS Member Meeting \nElla Sharp Museum 3225 S Fourth St.\, Jackson\, MI\nDate: Tuesday\, October 13\, 2026 6:30 PM EDT \nMichigan Reptiles and Amphibians Up Close \nJim and Carol McGrath of Nature Discovery present\, ”Michigan Reptiles and Amphibians Up Close.” They will feature live frogs\, salamanders\, turtles and snakes\, their behaviors and needs. We will learn how to help them survive. \n \nMeetings will begin with a social time at 6:30 PM then the member meeting followed by the program starting at 7:00 PM. \nBring recyclables (magazines\, feeders\, etc.) to the program. \nWeather cancellation Policy:  JAS 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-program-michigan-reptiles-and-amphibians-up-close/
LOCATION:Ella Sharp Museum\, 3225 S Fourth St.\, Jackson\, MI\, 49203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261013T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261013T203000
DTSTAMP:20260901T203127Z
CREATED:20260901T203127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T203127Z
UID:10011114-1791916200-1791923400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Oakland Bird Alliance: Saving Songbirds
DESCRIPTION:Saving Songbirds (Nicole Kvasnovsky) \nOBA meetings open at 6:30 PM and talks begin at 7:00 PM. \nCity of Auburn Hills Community Center – 3350 E Seyburn Dr\, Auburn Hills\, MI 48326 \nEach year\, countless songbirds suffer injuries due to human-related causes. The Bird Center of Michigan specializes in their rehabilitation while also educating the public on ways to reduce these threats. This lecture will cover the most common reasons birds are admitted to our center\, including window collisions\, cat attacks\, and nest disruptions. We will discuss how these birds are treated\, the steps you can take to prevent such incidents\, and what to do if you find an injured or orphaned bird. By understanding these challenges and implementing simple preventive measures\, we can work together to protect Michigan’s songbirds and support their survival in the wild. \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-oakland-bird-alliance-saving-songbirds/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261013T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261013T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T123613Z
CREATED:20260902T123439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T123613Z
UID:10011117-1791916200-1791923400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Holland Audubon Club: The Splendor Next Door
DESCRIPTION:Holland Audubon Club Meeting \nOctober 13 at Hope Church\, 7pm (6:30 social)\, 77 W. 11th\, St. Holland MI \nThe Splendor Next Door: Finding Birds Close to Home\nSteve Jessmore\, Photojournalist \nhollandaudubon@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-holland-audubon-club-the-splendor-next-door/
LOCATION:Hope Church\, 77 W 11th St\,\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261018T103000
DTSTAMP:20260902T132827Z
CREATED:20260902T132827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T132827Z
UID:10011134-1792314000-1792319400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon Walk at Glen Haven Beach
DESCRIPTION:GT Audubon October Sunday Bird Walks \nJoin us 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 times listed below for the individual Sunday Bird Walks. Contact Coordinators listed below. \nOctober 18 – 9:00 am – Glen Haven Beach\nhttps://maps.app.goo.gl/HzTFnKXg9v36m2EJ7\nSandy Beach and boardwalk looking for late migration ducks.\nContact Leader\, Kirk Waterstripe (4walkinglightly@gmail.com) \n*All events listed herein by the Grand Traverse Audubon Club are strictly voluntary in nature.  As such\, members who participate in any of the events do so by their own choice.  If a member so chooses to participate\, that person knowingly and voluntarily enters into this waiver and release of liability and hereby waives any and all rights\, claims\, and causes of action resulting from that person’s participation in that event and releases the Club\, its members and board members for any injury directly or indirectly caused by participation in that event.  Voluntary participation in club events implies holding harmless the Club against any and all claims\, suits\, or actions of any kind for liability\, damages\, compensation\, or otherwise brought by said person or anyone on that person’s behalf.* \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-walk-at-glen-haven-beach/
LOCATION:Glen Haven Beach
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T172449Z
CREATED:20260929T172449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T172449Z
UID:10011142-1792659600-1792688400@www.michiganaudubon.org
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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ORGANIZER;CN="Camp Newaygo":MAILTO:jalisa@campnewaygo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261026T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261026T200000
DTSTAMP:20261019T191450Z
CREATED:20260819T185908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T191450Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Audubon Society of Kalamazoo - Guardians of the Night: Why Darkness Matters
DESCRIPTION:ASK monthly meetings are held on the 4th Monday of September-April (except for December) \nA social time begins at 6:30 with the program beginning at 7:00. \nPeople’s Church\, 1758 North 10th Street\, Kalamazoo. \nPlease join us on Monday\, October 26th as we explore the importance of nighttime and the vital role darkness plays in healthy ecosystems. From bats and moths to birds\, frogs\, insects\, and nocturnal plants\, countless living things depend on natural darkness to feed\, navigate\, reproduce\, rest\, and survive. Participants will learn how excessive artificial light can disrupt wildlife\, change natural behaviors\, and affect the delicate relationships that connect nighttime species. \nBirds are an important part of this story. Millions of migratory birds travel at night\, using natural cues such as the stars\, moon\, and Earth’s magnetic field to navigate. Bright lights can attract and disorient migrating birds\, increasing the risk of collisions with buildings and exhausting birds already on a long\, difficult journey. \nWe will discuss the international dark sky movement\, which is an effort to reduce light pollution by promoting responsible outdoor lighting and protecting naturally dark night skies. Protecting dark skies preserves star visibility\, supports wildlife\, and reduces unnecessary energy use from excessive artificial light. We’ll then zoom in to local movements such as the Lights Out campaign launched by ASK this fall. \nJessica Hagen is a local science teacher at The Montessori School and a nature enthusiast passionate about preserving nighttime ecology. She will be joined by a few students from the Super Epic Earth Defender (SEED) student group. Gail Walter is the current ASK president and an advocate for reducing threats to birds\, including window collisions and artificial light at night. \nWe hope you’ll join us on Monday\, Oct 26th\, at People’s Church\, 1758 North 10th Street\, Kalamazoo. This program is geared to all audiences\, and we enthusiastically invite families and nature lovers of any age to join us! Come at 6:30 PM (new time) for some refreshments and socializing. Snacks and beverages will be provided. It’s helpful if you bring your own cup. The one-hour program will start at 7:00 PM. Handicap parking and access is at either the front or the rear entrance of the building. \nWe will have a simultaneous Zoom link to the meeting for those who can’t make it or feel uncomfortable attending in person. The link will be available in the ASK newsletter and our event calendar. We will also be recording the meeting for later viewing. \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-audubon-society-of-kalamazoo-monthly-program/
LOCATION:People’s Church of Kalamazoo\, 1758 10th Street N\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Society of Kalamazoo":MAILTO:gebhard.ilse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261109T200000
DTSTAMP:20261009T164642Z
CREATED:20261009T154135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T164642Z
UID:10011148-1794250800-1794254400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Winter of Wonder Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join Michigan Audubon for community\, discussion and conservation topics all winter long!\nSpend the winter connecting with fellow nature enthusiasts through books and conversation. The Winter of Wonder Book Club is a free online book club open to both members and non members\, meeting on Zoom on the second Monday of each month from November through March at 7:00 p.m. \nSpecial Members Only book drawing at each meeting!\nRegister for one session or participate all season long. Discussions are designed to encourage curiosity\, thoughtful conversation\, and the respectful sharing of opinions and observations in a welcoming environment. Our partners at Schuler’s Books will offer each title at their stores and online. \nBook Club Dates & Details\nNovember 9\, 2026 – “The Feather Wars: And the Great crusade to Save America’s Birds” by James H. McCommons \n**Author James McCommons will join us for our first meeting of the winter! \nDecember 14\, 2026 –  “The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World\,” by Robin Wall Kimmerer \nJanuary 11\, 2027 – “The Bird Way” by Jennifer Ackerman \nFebruary 8\, 2027 – “Better Living Through Birding: Notes from a Black Man in the Natural World\,” by Christian Cooper \nMarch 8\, 2027 – “How can I Help” by Doug Tallamy \nSchuler Books locations in Okemos\, Ann Arbor\, Grand Rapids and West Bloomfield will offer each title four weeks prior to each meeting. Books can be found at the book club table for a 20% discount. Books are also available online\, but are not eligible for the discount. \nschulerbooks.com \nYou can also check your local library for print and digital versions. \nPlease note that our book club is open to all. \nMembers will be entered in a drawing for a free book during each book club session! \nIf you would like to join Michigan Audubon and register for this event as a member\, please click here. \n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/winter-of-wonder-book-club/2026-11-09/
LOCATION:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/winter-of-wonder-book-club/2026-11-09/
CATEGORIES:Michigan Audubon,Presentation,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260901T203234Z
CREATED:20260901T203234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T203234Z
UID:10011115-1794335400-1794342600@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Oakland Bird Alliance: Critters of Cochise County
DESCRIPTION:Critters of Cochise County (George Harris) \nOBA meetings open at 6:30 PM and talks begin at 7:00 PM. \nCity of Auburn Hills Community Center – 3350 E Seyburn Dr\, Auburn Hills\, MI 48326 \nJoin OBA President George Harris as he recounts his adventures with his wife\, Amy\, in Southeast Arizona. They’ve explored Cave Creek Ranch three times. Its location near Mexico and diverse habitats make it one of the most biodiverse places in the U.S. The Chiricahua Mountains boast seven life zones\, creating unique ecosystems for flora and fauna. It’s one of the only two U.S. spots where the Elegant Trogon nests and hosts 16 varieties of hummingbirds. If that isn’t enough\, Portal is also boasts some of the darkest skies in the US\, making it a hot spot for observing the night sky. \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-oakland-bird-alliance-critters-of-cochise-county/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T124319Z
CREATED:20260902T123555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T124319Z
UID:10011118-1794335400-1794342600@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Holland Audubon Club: In Search of Michigan Birds
DESCRIPTION:Holland Audubon Club Meeting \nNovember 10\, at Hope Church\, 7pm (6:30 social)\, 77 W. 11th\, St. Holland MI \nIn Search of Michigan Birds: Recent Highlights behind the Lens\nJohn Fleming\, Photographer\, instructor \nhollandaudubon@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-holland-audubon-club-in-search-of-michigan-birds/
LOCATION:Hope Church\, 77 W 11th St\,\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T203000
DTSTAMP:20261020T154152Z
CREATED:20261020T151210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261020T154152Z
UID:10011171-1794509100-1794515400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Livingston Audubon Naturalists - Beavers in the Burbs
DESCRIPTION:Livingston Audubon Naturalists Monthly Program – “Beavers in the Burbs” \nThursday\, November 12th\, 6:45pm \nNorth America’s largest rodent is alive and well and has been seen in the Detroit area. Beavers were hunted almost to extinction in the 1800’s\, but over the last century they have made an amazing comeback. Retired Sterling Heights naturalist Gordon Lonie spent two summers photographing a family of beavers that made their den along the Clinton River. With videos\, photos and entertaining stories\, Gordon will bring you into the world of these nocturnal creatures. Be prepared to learn\, laugh and wonder at these industrious animals. \nJoin us at First Presbyterian Church\, 300 E. Grand River Ave\, Brighton\, MI 48116. Meetings are free and open to the public. All are welcome. For more information\, follow us on Facebook at Livingston Audubon Naturalists\, or our website www.livingstonaudubon.org. \nSign up requested but not required – https://forms.gle/xWj5DBnpTTyGnMQu5 \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-livingston-audubon-naturalists-beavers-in-the-burbs/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church – Brighton\, 300 E Grand River\, Brighton\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Livingston Audubon Naturalists":MAILTO:secretary@livingstonaudubon.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T134221Z
CREATED:20260902T134221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T134221Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon Club: Linda Woods with The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians
DESCRIPTION:GRAND TRAVERSE AUDUBON CLUB \nOur regular programs are usually the second Thursday of the month. They are held typically at Boardman River Nature Center on Cass Road at 7:00 PM.  (Except May/June/July/August) Everyone (including non-members) is welcome to attend! \nNovember 12 (Thursday) – Linda Woods with The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians\nShe is a Vietnam-era U.S. Air Force veteran\, a substance abuse counselor\, and is noted as the first woman veteran to carry a traditional ceremonial Eagle Staff. Her profile and community work are featured by organizations like Michigan Women Forward and the state’s veteran initiatives. In her presentation\, Linda will describe her ceremonial Eagle Staff and the steps that led to her earning such an honorable symbol. She will be bringing her Eagle Staff\, affectionally named Migizi\, with her. In addition\, she will describe why\, and what birds are so special to the Anishinaabe culture. \n*All events listed herein by the Grand Traverse Audubon Club are strictly voluntary in nature.  As such\, members who participate in any of the events do so by their own choice.  If a member so chooses to participate\, that person knowingly and voluntarily enters into this waiver and release of liability and hereby waives any and all rights\, claims\, and causes of action resulting from that person’s participation in that event and releases the Club\, its members and board members for any injury directly or indirectly caused by participation in that event.  Voluntary participation in club events implies holding harmless the Club against any and all claims\, suits\, or actions of any kind for liability\, damages\, compensation\, or otherwise brought by said person or anyone on that person’s behalf.* \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-linda-woods-with-the-grand-traverse-band-of-ottawa-and-chippewa-indians/
LOCATION:Boardman River Nature Center\, 1450 Cass Rd\, Traverse City\, 49685\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261123T200000
DTSTAMP:20261019T130548Z
CREATED:20260819T190025Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Audubon Society of Kalamazoo Monthly Program
DESCRIPTION:ASK monthly meetings are held on the 4th Monday of September-April (except for December) \nA social time begins at 6:30 with the program beginning at 7:00. \nPeople’s Church\, 1758 North 10th Street\, Kalamazoo. \nOn November 23\, Nicolette Sexton\, Research Assistant and Environmental Review Analyst with the Michigan Natural Features Inventory\, will present a program on the new community science Michigan Bat Roost Monitoring Program. \nBe sure to join us on November 23 to discover the hidden world of Michigan’s bats! This presentation will discuss why these flying mammals are essential to healthy ecosystems\, how threats such as white-nose syndrome and habitat loss are impacting populations\, and what you can do to help conserve Michigan’s bats. \nNicolette Sexton is a Research Assistant with the Michigan Natural Features Inventory (MNFI)\, Michigan’s natural heritage program\, and part of MSU Extension. She received her MS from Western Michigan University\, where her research focused on the ecology of bats and their parasites. At MNFI\, Nicolette has worked with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to create the Michigan Bat Roost Monitoring Program\, a statewide community science effort designed to improve our understanding of bat roosting ecology and to inform conservation efforts for Michigan’s bats. \nThis program is geared to all audiences\, and we enthusiastically invite families and nature lovers of any age to join us!  Come at 6:30 PM (new time) for some refreshments and socializing. Snacks and beverages will be provided. It’s helpful if you bring your own cup. The one-hour program will start at 7:00 PM. Handicap parking and access is at either the front or the rear entrance of the building. \nWe will have a simultaneous Zoom link to the meeting for those who can’t make it or feel uncomfortable as yet to attend in person. This link will be available shortly before the meeting in the October newsletter that is emailed to you. We will also be recording the meeting for later viewing. \nAll programs will be Zoomed virtually and also recorded for later viewing. \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-monthly-program-2/
LOCATION:People’s Church of Kalamazoo\, 1758 10th Street N\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Society of Kalamazoo":MAILTO:gebhard.ilse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261208T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T125034Z
CREATED:20260902T125034Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Holland Audubon Club: Insights in Owl Research
DESCRIPTION:Holland Audubon Club Meeting \nDecember 8\, at Hope Church\, 7pm (6:30 social)\, 77 W. 11th\, St. Holland MI \nInsights into Owl Research: Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and Beyond\nNova & Chris Neri\, Owl Researchers & Photographers \nhollandaudubon@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-holland-audubon-club-insights-in-owl-research/
LOCATION:Hope Church\, 77 W 11th St\,\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T134421Z
CREATED:20260902T134309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T134421Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Traverse Audubon Club: Member Photos and Videos
DESCRIPTION:GRAND TRAVERSE AUDUBON CLUB \nOur regular programs are usually the second Thursday of the month. They are held typically at Boardman River Nature Center on Cass Road at 7:00 PM.  (Except May/June/July/August) Everyone (including non-members) is welcome to attend! \nDecember 10 (Thursday) – Regular Meeting: Member Photos and Videos\nAnnual Club Holiday Gathering with a showing of member photos and videos. Always a fun time!\nTake a break from your busy Christmas Bird Count schedule and warm up with us! It’s the evening when members share photos and videos of their adventures during the year. If you’d like to share\, please contact Kathy Flegel (kflegel33@gmail.com). \n*All events listed herein by the Grand Traverse Audubon Club are strictly voluntary in nature.  As such\, members who participate in any of the events do so by their own choice.  If a member so chooses to participate\, that person knowingly and voluntarily enters into this waiver and release of liability and hereby waives any and all rights\, claims\, and causes of action resulting from that person’s participation in that event and releases the Club\, its members and board members for any injury directly or indirectly caused by participation in that event.  Voluntary participation in club events implies holding harmless the Club against any and all claims\, suits\, or actions of any kind for liability\, damages\, compensation\, or otherwise brought by said person or anyone on that person’s behalf.* \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/
LOCATION:Boardman River Nature Center\, 1450 Cass Rd\, Traverse City\, 49685\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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