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SUMMARY:CANCELED: Cerulean Warbler Weekend
DESCRIPTION:This event has been canceled in response to COVID-19. \nLocated in scenic Barry County\, Mich.\, Cerulean Warbler Weekend is the time and place to see the iconic Cerulean Warbler. \n\nMay is a magical time to visit rural Barry County in southwest Michigan! Frogs drumming\, dragonflies buzzing\, and Cerulean Warblers singing in habitat — you won’t want to miss Cerulean Warbler Weekend. A unique birding and educational opportunity\, Cerulean Warbler Weekend features guided bird walks\, educational opportunities\, and outdoor experiences. Species highlights include Grasshopper Sparrow\, Alder\, Acadian\, and Willow Flycatcher\, Yellow-throated and Blue-headed Vireo\, Hooded Warbler\, and\, of course\, Cerulean Warbler. \nEvent headquarters is located at Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary at 3560 Havens Rd.\, Hastings\, MI 49058. \nTo see the full event schedule\, click here. \nRegistration costs $20–$80.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/cerulean-warbler-weekend-6/
LOCATION:Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, 3560 Havens Road\, Hastings\, MI\, 49058
CATEGORIES:Michigan Audubon,Signature Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200427
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SUMMARY:CANCELED: Spring Fling
DESCRIPTION:In response to measures being taken to slow the spread of COVID-19\, Spring Fling has been canceled. Michigan Audubon will begin issuing refunds to those who already registered on March 16.\nThis year will mark the 32nd Annual Spring Fling: WPBO’s Celebration of Bird Migration when members and their guests “migrate” to Paradise\, Michigan\, and the Whitefish Point area to visit with old friends\, both human and avian. Many activities are being planned for another refreshing weekend of birding experiences. \nBanquet and Keynote Address\nThe Natural History of Darién\, Panama: Searching for a Harpy Eagle by Michael Kielb \nMichael Kielb is an emeritus faculty member in the Biology Department at Eastern Michigan University. He previously was a hawk counter in Ontario and Mexico\, led natural history tours in Mexico\, Central America\, and throughout the U.S. He now splits his time between Ann Arbor\, Whitefish Point\, and the rest of the world. He previously was the speaker at the Whitefish Point Bird Observatory annual members meeting and led a HMANA tour to Whitefish Point\, as well as leading tours for Michigan Audubon to Mexico and Costa Rica. In the past\, he has also served on the board of directors for WPBO\, Michigan Audubon\, and Holiday Beach Bird Observatory. \n Seminars and Tours\n\n\nReducing Avian Collisions with Communications Towers: A community effort by Dr. Joelle Gehring\n\n\nWarbler ID by Linnea Rowse\n\n\nU.P. Birding: From migration madness to boreal beauties by Elliot Nelson\n\n\nGuided Birds Walks on Whitefish Point trails\n\n\nEvening Owl Flight at the Hawk Deck\n\n\nBirding in Paradise with Linnea Rowse (This field trip is not included with basic registration)\n\n\nSearching for the Spruce Grouse with Elliot Nelson (This field trip is not included with basic registration)\n\n\nClick here for the full schedule of events.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/spring-fling-4/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Event,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191013T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191013T190000
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SUMMARY:25th Annual CraneFest
DESCRIPTION:Grab a chair or blanket and settle in next to Big Marsh Lake to watch as thousands of migrating Sandhill Cranes fly in to roost during the 25th Annual CraneFest on Oct. 12–13. \nHosted by Michigan Audubon in partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek\, CraneFest is a free event held at the Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area in Bellevue which overlooks the lake and Michigan Audubon’s Baker Sanctuary. \nFrom noon to dusk\, the event features guided nature hikes\, activities for kids\, live animal exhibits\, food vendors\, nature-themed artisans\, conservation organizations\, and concludes with the highlight of the day\, optimal viewing of Michigan’s largest bird coming in to roost for the night. \nSandhill Cranes will fly into and out of the marsh all day with the highest concentration of birds arriving around dusk. More than 2\,500 cranes were viewed each night during the 2018 event. \nAdmission to CraneFest is free. Parking is $7. The festival is located at the Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 Fifteen Mile Rd.\, Bellevue\, MI 49021. \nCraneFest Schedule of Events \nNature Walks:\nStarting every half an hour from 1–3:30 p.m. \nChildren’s Activities:\nEducation Tent | 12–5 p.m. | Migration Game\, crafts\, wingspan banner\, crane scavenger hunt\, and more\nKids’ Habitat Walk | 2 & 4 p.m.\nStorytime | 1 & 3 p.m. \nLive Animals Displays:\nSaturday | 1–6 p.m. | Nature Discovery — Michigan Reptiles and Amphibians\nSunday | 1–3 p.m. | Binder Park Zoomobile\nSunday | 3–5 p.m. | Michigan Avian Experience — Birds of Prey \nSandhill Crane Fly-in\nMost activity is close to dusk\, approximately 5–7 p.m.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/cranefest-4/2019-10-13/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd\, Bellevue\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191012T190000
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SUMMARY:25th Annual CraneFest
DESCRIPTION:Grab a chair or blanket and settle in next to Big Marsh Lake to watch as thousands of migrating Sandhill Cranes fly in to roost during the 25th Annual CraneFest on Oct. 12–13. \nHosted by Michigan Audubon in partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek\, CraneFest is a free event held at the Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area in Bellevue which overlooks the lake and Michigan Audubon’s Baker Sanctuary. \nFrom noon to dusk\, the event features guided nature hikes\, activities for kids\, live animal exhibits\, food vendors\, nature-themed artisans\, conservation organizations\, and concludes with the highlight of the day\, optimal viewing of Michigan’s largest bird coming in to roost for the night. \nSandhill Cranes will fly into and out of the marsh all day with the highest concentration of birds arriving around dusk. More than 2\,500 cranes were viewed each night during the 2018 event. \nAdmission to CraneFest is free. Parking is $7. The festival is located at the Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 Fifteen Mile Rd.\, Bellevue\, MI 49021. \nCraneFest Schedule of Events \nNature Walks:\nStarting every half an hour from 1–3:30 p.m. \nChildren’s Activities:\nEducation Tent | 12–5 p.m. | Migration Game\, crafts\, wingspan banner\, crane scavenger hunt\, and more\nKids’ Habitat Walk | 2 & 4 p.m.\nStorytime | 1 & 3 p.m. \nLive Animals Displays:\nSaturday | 1–6 p.m. | Nature Discovery — Michigan Reptiles and Amphibians\nSunday | 1–3 p.m. | Binder Park Zoomobile\nSunday | 3–5 p.m. | Michigan Avian Experience — Birds of Prey \nSandhill Crane Fly-in\nMost activity is close to dusk\, approximately 5–7 p.m.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/cranefest-4/2019-10-12/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd\, Bellevue\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Michigan Audubon,Signature Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190603
DTSTAMP:20190405T193404Z
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SUMMARY:Cerulean Warbler Weekend
DESCRIPTION:June is a magical time to visit rural Barry County in southwest Michigan! Frogs drumming\, dragonflies buzzing\, and Cerulean Warblers singing in habitat — you won’t want to miss Cerulean Warbler Weekend. A unique birding and educational opportunity\, Cerulean Warbler Weekend features guided bird walks\, educational opportunities\, and outdoor experiences. Species highlights include Grasshopper Sparrow\, Alder\, Acadian\, and Willow Flycatcher\, Yellow-throated and Blue-headed Vireo\, Hooded Warbler\, and\, of course\, Cerulean Warbler. \nRegistration for the event is $20 for children\, $65 for Michigan Audubon members\, and $80 for non-members. An additional charge of $30-$35 will apply for those who register for Sunday’s “Birding at Pierce Cedar Creek” event with Josh Haas. \nClick here to see the full schedule. \nTo register for the event\, click here.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/cerulean-warbler-weekend-5/
LOCATION:Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, 3560 Havens Road\, Hastings\, MI\, 49058
CATEGORIES:Michigan Audubon,Signature Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190519
DTSTAMP:20190405T194213Z
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SUMMARY:Tawas Point Birding Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come to Michigan’s Sunrise Coast to enjoy spring birding at its best\, attend birding walks and tours\, brush up on your bird identification skills\, and support conservation efforts in the state of Michigan! \nThe Tawas Point Birding Festival is a Michigan Audubon Signature Event that is supported by the local chapter\, AuSable Valley Audubon. \nFestival participants enjoy some of the best birding in the Great Lakes region; Tawas Point is well known for high concentrations of migrating warblers during the month of May. Species highlights have included Kirtland’s Warbler\, Cape May Warbler\, Golden-winged Warbler\, Ruby-crowned Kinglet\, White-crowned Sparrow\, numerous raptors\, shorebirds\, and more. Over 160 species were recorded during the festival weekend in 2016. \nThe 2019 festival will include guided tours of local hotspots\, a birding 101 workshop\, bird identification workshops\, and opportunities for birders to network and socialize. Festival headquarters will be at the Tawas Bay Beach Resort\, 300 E. Bay St.\, East Tawas\, MI 48730. Tours will either begin here or at Tawas Point State Park\, 686 Tawas Beach Rd.\, East Tawas\, MI 48730. \nRegistration is $15 for Michigan Audubon members and $30 for non-members with additional tours costing $15-$25 each. \nClick here to view the 2019 schedule of events. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/tawas-point-birding-festival-4/
LOCATION:Tawas Bay Beach Resort\, 300 E Bay St\,\, East Tawas\, MI\, 48730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Michigan Audubon,Signature Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190429
DTSTAMP:20190405T194417Z
CREATED:20180731T145054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T194417Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Fling
DESCRIPTION:This year will mark the 31st Annual Spring Fling: WPBO’s Celebration of Bird Migration when members and their guests “migrate” to Paradise\, Mich.\, and the Whitefish Point area to visit with old friends\, both human and avian. Many activities are being planned for another refreshing weekend of birding experiences. \nClick here for the event website.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/spring-fling-3/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Event,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181014T190000
DTSTAMP:20250214T140030Z
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SUMMARY:CraneFest 2018
DESCRIPTION:For over two decades\, crowds have gathered to celebrate Sandhill Crane migration during this fall event that also includes artwork from several nature-themed Michigan artists\, informational booths from state nonprofits and organizations\, merchandise and food vendors\, and a family educational tent with activities for children of all ages. In addition to nature walks on the property\, there will be live animal presentations throughout the weekend.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/cranefest-2018-sandhill-crane-art-festival/2018-10-14/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd\, Bellevue\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Michigan Audubon,Signature Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181013T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181013T190000
DTSTAMP:20250214T140030Z
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SUMMARY:CraneFest 2018
DESCRIPTION:For over two decades\, crowds have gathered to celebrate Sandhill Crane migration during this fall event that also includes artwork from several nature-themed Michigan artists\, informational booths from state nonprofits and organizations\, merchandise and food vendors\, and a family educational tent with activities for children of all ages. In addition to nature walks on the property\, there will be live animal presentations throughout the weekend.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/cranefest-2018-sandhill-crane-art-festival/2018-10-13/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd\, Bellevue\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Michigan Audubon,Signature Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180430
DTSTAMP:20180228T211301Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Fling at WPBO
DESCRIPTION:This year will mark the 30th Annual Spring Fling: WPBO’s Celebration of Bird Migration when members and their guests “migrate” to Paradise\, Michigan and the Whitefish Point area to visit with old friends\, both human and avian. Many activities are being planned for another refreshing weekend of birding experiences. \nWe are looking forward to a very special celebration of spring migration this year at Whitefish Point Bird Observatory. This year we are excited to mark some important milestones as we prepare to welcome birds and birders back for another spectacular season of birding at the Point\, arguably one of Michigan’s most beloved birding destinations. Not only does 2018 mark the 30th anniversary of Spring Fling\, but it also marks the 30th spring season of the official owl banding program. In honor of these achievements\, our speakers\, presentations\, tours and other activities will highlight the uniqueness of the Point\, celebrate the achievements of the observatory’s past\, and explore exciting new developments in its future. \n[vc_button url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spring-fling-2018-tickets-41044455070″ text=”>> Click here to register for Spring Fling 2018″ size=”” align=”left” type=”midnight” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_blank”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/spring-fling-wpbo/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Signature Event,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170521
DTSTAMP:20170127T144934Z
CREATED:20170127T144934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170127T144934Z
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SUMMARY:Tawas Point Birding Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come to Michigan’s Sunrise Coast to enjoy spring birding at its best\, attend presentations on the latest birding topics\, hone your birding skills\, and learn about avian conservation work in Michigan. \nThe Tawas Point Birding Festival is a Michigan Audubon Signature Event that is supported by the local chapter\, AuSable Valley Audubon. \nFestival participants enjoy some of the best birding in the Great Lakes region; Tawas Point is well known for high concentrations of migrating warblers during the month of May. Species highlights have included Kirtland’s Warbler\, Cape May Warbler\, Golden-winged Warbler\, Ruby-crowned Kinglet\, White-crowned Sparrow\, numerous raptors\, shorebirds\, and more. Over 160 species were recorded during the festival weekend in 2016. This year’s festival will move headquarters back to the Tawas Bay Beach Resort. Don’t miss out\, spots are limited! \nCheck back soon for registration information.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/tawas-point-birding-festival-3/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Signature Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161010
DTSTAMP:20250214T140134Z
CREATED:20160127T052253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T140134Z
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SUMMARY:CraneFest
DESCRIPTION:Sandhill Crane & Art Festival\, Cranefest\n\nThe 2016 Sandhill Crane & Art Festival\, “CraneFest\,” will be held October 8 and 9. The event is a coordinated effort of the Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek and Michigan Audubon. The festival site is the Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, overlooking Michigan Audubon’s 1\,000-acre Bernard W. Baker Sanctuary and its centerpiece\, Big Marsh Lake. The major attraction of the festival is the spectacle of thousands of Sandhill Cranes descending on the expansive\, shallow wetland in the evening. \nAdmission is free with a small parking fee. \nView our video: CraneFest – Conserving our Sandhill Cranes!
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/cranefest-2/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Festival,Michigan Audubon,Michigan Audubon Bookstore,Signature Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160606
DTSTAMP:20160127T050934Z
CREATED:20160127T050934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160127T050934Z
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SUMMARY:Cerulean Warbler Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Cerulean Warbler Weekend at Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\nMark your calendar now for June 3-5\, 2016 for Cerulean Warbler Weekend\, which will feature guided birding walks throughout Southwest Michigan’s best hotspots\, programs and talks by local wildlife experts\, and\, of course\, the opportunity to enjoy the company of your fellow birders. \nAttendees will visit areas where they can find Cerulean Warbler\, a bird whose numbers have been declining faster than any other North American songbird. Otis Sanctuary is also home to the elusive Henslow’s Sparrow. \nFor additional information about this event visit\, contact Wendy Tatar\, Program Coordinator\, at 517-580-7364. \n[vc_actionbox type=”primary” title=”Check out the website!” message=”Visit the CWW website to learn more!” button1=”Website” link1=”http://www.ceruleanwarbler.com/” style1=”white” size1=”” icon1=”” button2=”” link2=”” style2=”primary” size2=”” icon2=””]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/cerulean-warbler-weekend-2/
LOCATION:Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, Hastings\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding Tour,Educational Event,Festival,Michigan Audubon,Michigan Audubon Bookstore,Signature Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160523
DTSTAMP:20160127T025515Z
CREATED:20160127T025515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160127T025515Z
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SUMMARY:Tawas Point Birding Festival
DESCRIPTION:Signature Event Series – Tawas Point Birding Festival\nThe 2016 Tawas Point Birding Festival\, May 19 – 22\, will feature guided birding walks at the area’s best hotspots\, programs and talks by some of Michigan’s leading wildlife experts\, the Michigan Audubon bookstore\, and\, of course\, the opportunity to enjoy the company of hundreds of your fellow birders. \nTawas Point was a beacon for migrating birds long before lake-going navigators used the Point to negotiate the waters of Lake Huron. Since the event began\, birders from around the country and the world have made Tawas Point their destination for Spring birding. \nFor additional information\, contact Wendy Tatar\, Program Coordinator\, at 517-580-7364. \nRegistration will open on tawasbirdfest.com on February 1st.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/tawas-point-birding-festival-2/
LOCATION:East Tawas Community Center\, 760 Newman St\, East Tawas\, MI\, 4873\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding Tour,Educational Event,Festival,Michigan Audubon,Michigan Audubon Bookstore,Signature Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160502
DTSTAMP:20160213T031347Z
CREATED:20160127T045224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160213T031347Z
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SUMMARY:WPBO Spring Fling
DESCRIPTION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory’s Annual Spring Fling\nSpring Fling\, April 30-May 1\, 2016\,  is the Whitefish Point Bird Observatory’s annual celebration of bird migration. Expect excellent birding along with opportunities to learn more about avian migration and conservation around the Great Lakes. This is a new Signature Event\, part of our collaboration with our affiliate\, WPBO. \nFor additional information\, contact Wendy Tatar\, Program Coordinator\, at 517-580-7364. \n[vc_actionbox type=”primary” title=”Register Now!” message=”Registration for Spring Fling is now open! Please check out the schedule before registering\, there are many events to choose from! ” button1=”See Schedule” link1=”https://www.michiganaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Spring-Fling-2016-Schedule.pdf” style1=”green” size1=”” icon1=”star” button2=”Register” link2=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spring-fling-2016-tickets-21562270331″ style2=”white” size2=”” icon2=”shopping-cart”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wpbo-spring-fling/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding Tour,Educational Event,Festival,Michigan Audubon,Michigan Audubon Bookstore,Signature Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20151009T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20151009T220000
DTSTAMP:20150212T002344Z
CREATED:20150212T002344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150212T002344Z
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SUMMARY:Birders' Soiree
DESCRIPTION:Festival – Pre-CraneFest Kick-off Event\nJoin Michigan Audubon for a great night as we kick-off CraneFest. We will gather at the Convis Township Hall just south of the CraneFest location for a fun evening that includes locally made wine and beer\, light appetizers\, a silent auction\, and an informative presentation. We welcome Al Batt as our Keynote speaker this year. Tickets will go on sale in August 2015.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/birders-soiree/
LOCATION:Convis Township Hall\, 19500 15 Mile Road\, Marshall\, MI\, 49068\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Michigan Audubon,Signature Event
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Convis Township Hall 19500 15 Mile Road Marshall MI 49068 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=19500 15 Mile Road:geo:-85.0049003,42.3592876
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20150605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20150607T170000
DTSTAMP:20150404T012215Z
CREATED:20150203T231836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150404T012215Z
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SUMMARY:Cerulean Warbler Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Signature Event: Cerulean Warbler Weekend\nMark your calendar now for June 5-7\, 2015 for Cerulean Warbler Weekend\, which will feature guided birding walks throughout Southwest Michigan’s best hotspots\, programs and talks by local wildlife experts\, and\, of course\, the opportunity to enjoy the company of your fellow birders. \nAttendees will visit areas where they can find Cerulean Warbler\, a bird whose numbers have been declining faster than any other North American songbird. Otis Sanctuary is also home to the elusive Henslow’s Sparrow. \nFor additional information about this event visit\, contact Wendy Tatar\, Program Coordinator\, at 517-580-7364.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/cerulean-warbler-weekend/
LOCATION:Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, 3560 Havens Road\, Hastings\, MI\, 49058
CATEGORIES:Festival,Michigan Audubon,Signature Event
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary 3560 Havens Road Hastings MI 49058;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3560 Havens Road:geo:-85.3905821,42.6012968
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20150514T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20150517T170000
DTSTAMP:20150209T195856Z
CREATED:20150203T231402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150209T195856Z
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SUMMARY:Tawas Point Birding Festival
DESCRIPTION:Signature Event: Tawas Point Birding Festival\nThe 2015 TPBF\, May 14 – 17\, will feature guided birding walks at the area’s best hotspots\, programs and talks by some of Michigan’s leading wildlife experts\, the Michigan Audubon bookstore\, and\, of course\, the opportunity to enjoy the company of hundreds of your fellow birders. \nTawas Point was a beacon for migrating birds long before lake-going navigators used the Point to negotiate the waters of Lake Huron. Since the event began\, birders from around the country and the world have made Tawas Point their destination for Spring birding. \nFor additional information\, contact Wendy Tatar\, Program Coordinator\, at 517-580-7364.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/tawas-point-birding-festival/
LOCATION:Tawas Point State Park\, East Tawas\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Michigan Audubon,Signature Event
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