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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170406T190000
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DTSTAMP:20170127T162841Z
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SUMMARY:China Adventures
DESCRIPTION:Capital Area Audubon Society presents China Adventures. Hear about The Nature Conservancy’s wetland restoration efforts in China\, plus a birding excursion to its remote Gaolingongshan Mountains region.\nPresenters: Chris May\, The Nature Conservancy (Michigan) Director of Restoration\, and Jen Owen\, MSU associate professor\, Dept. of Fisheries & Wildlife and Director of Burke Lake Banding Station. \nCAAS meets the first Thursday of the month\, September through June\, at Fenner Nature Center\, 2020 E. Mt. Hope Ave.\, Lansing (corner of Mt. Hope Ave. and Aurelius Rd.) \nRefreshments at 7:00 p.m. Meetings begin at 7:30 p.m. with announcements and bird sightings and then the program.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/china-adventures/
LOCATION:Fenner Nature Center\, 2020 East Mount Hope Avenue\, Lansing\, Michigan\, MI\, 48910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170407T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170409T160000
DTSTAMP:20170127T142227Z
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SUMMARY:Mackinaw Raptor Fest
DESCRIPTION:Of all bird types\, raptors and waterbirds most excite people and fire the imagination with their wonder\, majesty\, special adaptations\, and abilities. A US Fish and Wildlife Service public survey found that more people travel to see them than any other type of birds. \nMackinaw City\, Michigan\, located at the junction of two peninsulas and two Great Lakes\, creates a unique confluence of migrating birds every spring and fall. The Mackinac Straits Raptor Watch (MSRW)\, a non-profit organization\, was founded in January 2014 primarily to research and educate people about raptors. It is building upon 20 years of owl research and three previous years of hawk counts in this region by independent biologists who largely volunteered their time. \nIn 2016\, MSRW hired eight contractors to conduct research on migrating birds and educate the public. In early April 2016\, it launched the first Mackinaw Raptor Fest\, attended by 120 people. Based on its overwhelming success\, MSRW decided to continue the Fest as a bird-watching and educational opportunity. \nMackinaw Raptor Fest \n* Provides an entertaining and educational showcase to promote public awareness \nand knowledge of raptors and waterbirds and the significance of Mackinaw City and the \nStraits of Mackinac during migration. \n* Promotes positive public attitudes towards raptors and waterbirds and their importance to the environment. \n* Aims to become an internationally renowned annual festival that will generate ongoing ecotourism revenue for the Petoskey/Harbor Springs/Mackinaw City area\, new sponsorship for research on raptors and waterbirds\, and net proceeds to further that research. \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/mackinaw-raptor-fest/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170407T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170407T100000
DTSTAMP:20170202T173733Z
CREATED:20170202T173733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170202T173733Z
UID:10002455-1491552000-1491559200@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:How and Why Song Birds Are Captured and Banded
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, April 7th\, 8:00-10:00 AM and Saturday\, April 8th\, 8:00-10:00 AM \nLocation: Michigan State University: Southwest Corner of Farm Lane and Trowbridge Road\, East Lansing \nDuring the Michigan State University Science Festival\, come see how and why researchers capture\, band\, and release wild birds. Participants will be given opportunities to release wild birds. \nPresented by:Jen Owen \, Associate Professor \, Fisheries and Wildlife\, MSU \nAges: All Ages \nScientific Disciplines: Zoology\, Botany\, or Microbiology\nFor more information:\nRead more about How and Why Song Birds Are Captured and Banded (external site) \n 
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/song-birds-captured-banded/2017-04-07/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170411T200000
DTSTAMP:20170317T155645Z
CREATED:20170317T155534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170317T155645Z
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SUMMARY:Michigan Audubon Workshop Series: Nest Box Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Being a responsible bird “landlord” includes providing a safe nesting situation. This can be accomplished through regular nest checks\, maintenance\, and predator guards. During the April workshop\, Gene Wasserman will cover the basics of nest box monitoring. Learn how to perform regular nest checks\, safeguard against parasites and predators\, and record monitoring data. As an added bonus\, there will be an opportunity to construct and take home your very own nest box. \nCost: $15.00 \nClick here to register. \nPlease direct any questions to Michigan Audubon Education Coordinator\, Lindsay Cain\, at lcain@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/michigan-audubon-workshop-series-nest-box-monitoring/
LOCATION:Michigan Audubon Office\, 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Workshop Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170417T180000
DTSTAMP:20170318T144708Z
CREATED:20170318T144708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170318T144708Z
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SUMMARY:Osprey Research Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Pete DeSimone of National Audubon. Dinner begins at 6:00 p.m. Program will include the viewing of a Sergej Postupalsky Osprey Tribute Video. \nOn Tuesday\, April 18\, the Thunder Bay Audubon Society will host bench dedications honoring Sergej Postupalsky and Stephen Stackpole. Activities will include airboat rides and a dinner. \nReservations are required with donations going to osprey research. Please contact Linda Klemens by April 10 to reserve your spot or to obtain further details. Linda can be reached at (989) 727-4703.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/osprey-research-dinner/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170418T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170418T180000
DTSTAMP:20170318T145124Z
CREATED:20170318T145124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170318T145124Z
UID:10002468-1492524000-1492538400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Thunder Bay Audubon Society Hosts Bench Dedications Honoring Sergej Postupalsky & Stephen Stackpole
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, April 18\, the Thunder Bay Audubon Society will host bench dedications honoring Sergej Postupalsky and Stephen Stackpole. Activities will include airboat rides and a dinner. \nReservations are required with donations going to osprey research. Please contact Linda Klemens by April 10 to reserve your spot or to obtain further details. Linda can be reached at (989) 727-4703.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/thunder-bay-audubon-society-hosts-bench-dedications-honoring-sergej-postupalsky-stephen-stackpole/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170422T120000
DTSTAMP:20170412T124313Z
CREATED:20170412T124313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170412T124313Z
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SUMMARY:Workbee at Haehnle Memorial Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Saturday April 22\, 9:00 AM – Noon. Volunteers will be sprucing up the grounds for spring. \nMeet at the Wing Overlook Kiosk on Seymour Rd. \nFor more information\, call Lathe Claflin (517-522-3949).
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/workbee-haehnle-memorial-sanctuary/
LOCATION:Phyllis Haehnle Memorial Sanctuary\, Grass Lake\, MI\, 49240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170430
DTSTAMP:20170127T153744Z
CREATED:20170127T153744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170127T153744Z
UID:10002159-1493424000-1493510399@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Thornapple Woodpecker Festival
DESCRIPTION:This festival celebrates the established population of the rare Red-headed Woodpecker and five other species of woodpecker found along the Paul Henry Thoarnapple Trail. The event features walks and golf-cart shuttle to woodpecker nesting areas.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/thornapple-woodpecker-festival-2/
LOCATION:Village Hall\, 100 E Main St\, Middleville\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170429
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170501
DTSTAMP:20161221T174704Z
CREATED:20161221T174247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161221T174704Z
UID:10002412-1493424000-1493596799@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Spring Fling
DESCRIPTION:Spring Fling is our annual celebration of spring migration! Expect excellent birding along with opportunities to learn more about avian migration and conservation around the Great Lakes.  For more information visit the Spring Fling website or contact us with questions\, events@michiganaudubon.org.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/spring-fling-2/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170504T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170504T170000
DTSTAMP:20170127T163142Z
CREATED:20170127T163142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170127T163142Z
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SUMMARY:Osprey Recovery Efforts in Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Capital Area Audubon Society presents Osprey Recovery Efforts in Michigan. Learn about osprey recovery efforts here in Michigan’s southern lower peninsula\, the history\, and current status. \nPresenter: Barb Jensen\, Michigan Osprey Program Coordinator \nCAAS meets the first Thursday of the month\, September through June\, at Fenner Nature Center\, 2020 E. Mt. Hope Ave.\, Lansing (corner of Mt. Hope Ave. and Aurelius Rd.) \nRefreshments at 7:00 p.m. Meetings begin at 7:30 p.m. with announcements and bird sightings and then the program.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/osprey-recovery-efforts-michigan/
LOCATION:Fenner Nature Center\, 2020 East Mount Hope Avenue\, Lansing\, Michigan\, MI\, 48910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170506T120000
DTSTAMP:20170501T161856Z
CREATED:20170501T161856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170501T161856Z
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SUMMARY:Garlic Mustard and Dame's Rocket Removal at CCBS
DESCRIPTION:Meet at: Parking lot at 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, MI \nPlease join us for a stewardship workday at Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, northwest of downtown Lansing. This little-known preserve is a great place to spot breeding Eastern Bluebirds\, Rose-breasted Grosbeaks\, Warbling Vireo\, and Eastern Kingbirds. Help us protect this urban nature preserve by removing invasive garlic mustard and dame’s rocket and encouraging native habitats. Please come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring work gloves\, water\, snacks\, insect repellent\, and sunscreen\, although we will have extras on hand. This event is weather dependent. If an event is canceled\, all those who RSVP will receive an email by 5 p.m. the day before. \nContact Rachelle Roake at rroake@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364 with any questions or to RSVP. \nWe hope to see you at the sanctuary!
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/garlic-mustard-dames-rocket-removal-ccbs/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170509T200000
DTSTAMP:20170414T170148Z
CREATED:20170414T170034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170414T170148Z
UID:10002474-1494352800-1494360000@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Michigan Audubon Workshop Series: Birding 101
DESCRIPTION:[vc_button url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/michigan-audubon-workshop-series-2017-birding-101-tickets-33732690385″ text=”Register for Birding 101″ size=”big” align=”left” type=”primary” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_self”]\nInterested in exploring skills helpful to beginning birders? Join us for Birding 101\, a workshop that will help you learn the basic skills to get started. Topics will include where and when to go birding\, binocular use\, identification tips\, and much more. \nMichigan Audubon is pleased to welcome Dea Armstrong as this month’s workshop leader. Dea got her MS degree from the University of Michigan’s School of Natural Resources in 1998. Recently retired from 17+ years with the Ann Arbor’s Natural Area Preservation division\, she continues to be active in the Washtenaw Audubon Society\, Huron River Watershed Council\, and currently serves on the Michigan Audubon Board of Directors. Her passion for introducing folks of all ages to birding and birds is infectious. For the past 5 years\, Dea has co-taught a field ornithology course with Michigan Avian Experience’s Francie Krawcke. \nSkilled and deeply passionate on the subject\, Dea is one of the best people to introduce you to the world of birding! \nCost: $10 \nPlease direct any questions to Michigan Audubon Education Coordinator\, Lindsay Cain\, at lcain@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/michigan-audubon-workshop-series-birding-101/
LOCATION:Michigan Audubon Office\, 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Workshop Series
GEO:42.7067963;-84.4353536
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170514
DTSTAMP:20170127T143314Z
CREATED:20170127T143314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170127T143314Z
UID:10002149-1494633600-1494719999@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:International Migratory Bird Day
DESCRIPTION:When birds migrate between nesting and wintering sites\, they don’t just stop anywhere; they rely on a handful of resource-rich and strategically located sites where they may double their body weight as they acquire the energy-rich fat stores needed to fly thousands of kilometers across continents and oceans. These places are known as stopover sites. Some stopover sites are well known\, such as along the coasts of Louisiana\, New Jersey\, and the Upper Bay of Panama\, where birds stop after traveling along the shoreline. Others are inland\, such as Venezuela’s grasslands\, wetlands in the central United States\, and even urban parks and backyards. \nIn 2017\, Environment for the Americas invites you to join their celebration of the importance of stopover sites and their habitats. Whether you learn about a stopover site near your home\, visit one far away\, or create a safe place for birds in your backyard\, your support can mean a safe journey for a migratory bird. Join the celebration!
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/international-migratory-bird-day/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170513T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170513T120000
DTSTAMP:20170501T144247Z
CREATED:20170316T195743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170501T144247Z
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SUMMARY:Open House at Capital City Bird Sanctuary Celebrating International Migratory Bird Day
DESCRIPTION:Please join us from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Saturday\, May 13 for a spring open house as we celebrate International Migratory Bird Day at Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, featuring a variety of nature walks and family-friendly activities. The theme for this year’s International Migratory Bird Day focuses on migratory stopover sites that help birds along their way. Capital City Bird Sanctuary is an excellent stopover site for many migratory birds that pass through our region during the spring and fall. Many other species utilize the 65 acres of forest\, meadow\, and riverside habitats protected by this public nature sanctuary for nesting and foraging activities. Nearly 2 miles of unpaved trails offer visitors a chance to get close to nature and observe birds\, flowers\, and wildlife. This celebration will include activities for adults and children to learn about birds\, plants\, and other creatures that can be found in your own backyard. The event will also feature helpful demonstrations on how to care for bird nest boxes\, create native habitat\, and volunteer with Michigan Audubon. The event will wrap-up with a tree planting ceremony\, sponsored by the Garden Club of Greater Lansing\, to create even better habitat for migratory birds. Please wear sturdy walking shoes or waterproof boots for unpaved\, grassy or muddy trails. Bring binoculars if you have them. We hope to see you there! \nDirections: \nCapital City Bird Sanctuary at Hawk Valley Farm is located northwest of downtown Lansing\, on Delta River Drive. Parking is available at Hawk Meadow Park\, 6160 Delta River Drive. The sanctuary entrance is south of the Hawk Meadow Park parking area\, marked by a wooden kiosk. \nActivity schedule: \n8 a.m. Guided bird walk \n9 a.m. Family birds and nature walk \n9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Kids’ crafts\, activities\, and information tent open \n10 a.m. Botany and birds walk \n10 a.m. Nest box walk \n11:30 a.m. Arbor Day oak tree planting co-sponsored by the Garden Club of Greater Lansing \n 
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/open-house-capital-city-bird-sanctuary-celebrating-international-migratory-bird-day/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Sanctuary Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170513T170000
DTSTAMP:20170414T002819Z
CREATED:20170414T002819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170414T002819Z
UID:10002472-1494666000-1494694800@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Celebrating International Migratory Bird Day in Mt. Pleasant
DESCRIPTION:The Chippewa Valley Audubon Club\, Isabella Conservation District\, and Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe are co-sponsoring an International Migratory Bird Day event in Mt. Pleasant on May 13th.  This event begins with a spring migratory bird walk at 9:00AM at the Soaring Eagle Hideaway RV Park (5514 E. Airport Rd\, Mt. Pleasant) and continues at 1:00PM at the Ziibiwing Center for Anishinabe Culture & Lifeways (6650 E. Broadway\, Mt. Pleasant).  The afternoon includes kids activities and a live birds of prey presentation (3:30 to 4:30). \nTo download a flyer for this event\, click here.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/celebrating-international-migratory-bird-day-mt-pleasant/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170521
DTSTAMP:20170127T144934Z
CREATED:20170127T144934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170127T144934Z
UID:10002151-1495065600-1495324799@www.michiganaudubon.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170519T200000
DTSTAMP:20170517T125716Z
CREATED:20170512T164110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170517T125716Z
UID:10002478-1495216800-1495224000@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Cookout and Cerulean Warbler Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a cookout and presentation by Emily Hockman\, a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Forestry\, Wildlife and Fisheries at the University of Tennessee. Hockman is the lead researcher for the Cerulean Warbler geolocator/banding project this year and will present on her research. Please RSVP to Sarah at otissanctuary@michiganaudubon.org or by calling (269) 908-4135. Thanks!
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/cookout-cerulean-warbler-presentation/
LOCATION:Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, 3560 Havens Road\, Hastings\, MI\, 49058
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
GEO:42.6012968;-85.3905821
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170521T140000
DTSTAMP:20170512T164639Z
CREATED:20170512T164639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170512T164639Z
UID:10002479-1495368000-1495375200@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Garlic Mustard Pull and Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary as we work to remove invasive garlic mustard. The work day will conclude with a short bird walk led by John Chenault. Please bring work gloves if you have them and wear sturdy shoes.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/garlic-mustard-pull-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, 3560 Havens Road\, Hastings\, MI\, 49058
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
GEO:42.6012968;-85.3905821
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170528T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170528T150000
DTSTAMP:20170414T174940Z
CREATED:20170316T134534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170414T174940Z
UID:10002458-1495962000-1495983600@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Bird Habitat Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Michigan Audubon and Saving Birds Thru Habitat’s Kay Charter for an all-day workshop focused on the critical relationship between birds and native plants. In this workshop\, participants will learn why birds need native plants\, which native plants are “powerhouses” for birds\, and how you can turn your backyard into a natural bird feeder. This workshop will feature an indoor educational session in the morning followed by an outdoor field trip in the afternoon to visit good examples of bird-friendly landscaping. This workshop includes a trip to Wildtype in Mason\, where owner Bill Schneider will tour us around this unique native plant nursery and participants will have the opportunity to shop and explore during one of the few days this great resource is open to the public. Participants will take home a resource bag packed with helpful tips and a native shrub to kick start a backyard habitat transformation. Lunch is included with registration along with resource packets\, and a native oak with a protective tree tube and fiberglass pole. Please dress appropriately for the outdoors as this event will take place rain or shine. \nIf you love watching birds\, please join us to learn how you can support our birds by stewarding healthy native habitat around your home\, office\, school\, or neighborhood. \nCost: $25 for Michigan Audubon or Woldumar Nature Center members; $35 for non-members of either organization \n  \n[vc_button url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2017-backyard-bird-habitat-workshop-tickets-32846747506?aff=utm_source%3Deb_email%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Dnew_event_email&utm_term=eventurl_text” text=”>> Register Now” size=”big” align=”left” type=”primary” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_blank”]\n  \nCancellation Policy: If you must cancel your participation in a Michigan Audubon sponsored event\, fees are refundable (minus a $25 processing fee) up until one month prior to the tour. If the cancellation occurs less than a month before\, but more than 2 weeks before the tour\, a 50% refund will apply. Cancellations occurring less than 2 weeks prior to the tour will forfeit the entire fee. Membership fees are not refundable. All refund requests must be made in writing and sent via email\, or mail to: \nevents@michiganaudubon.org\nEvents\nMichigan Audubon\n2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\nOkemos\, MI 48864
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/backyard-bird-habitat-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Woldumar Nature Center\, 5739 Old Lansing Road\, Lansing\, MI\, 48917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170605
DTSTAMP:20170406T153112Z
CREATED:20170127T145847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170406T153112Z
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SUMMARY:Aldo Leopold Festival
DESCRIPTION:A celebration of conservation.\nLes Cheneaux welcomes you to celebrate the legacy of Aldo Leopold — one of America’s most influential naturalists — during a weekend long festival\, June 1-4\, 2017. Activities include paddling excursions\, an award winning documentary showing\, orchid and wildflower tours\, birding trips\, community picnic\, triathlon\, geology talk and limestone quarry tour\, fly fishing demonstration and many other and Leopold-related activities. Come experience the woods and water that formed Leopold’s early impressions of the natural world as we honor the mark he made on conservation and the environment.\nClick here for more information.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/aldo-leopold-festival-2/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170602T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170602T180000
DTSTAMP:20170512T165216Z
CREATED:20170512T165216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170512T165216Z
UID:10002175-1496426400-1496426400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk at Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Join Greg Nelson for a bird walk at the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary in beautiful Barry County. Bird walk will begin at 6 p.m.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/bird-walk-otis-farm-bird-sanctuary/
LOCATION:Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, 3560 Havens Road\, Hastings\, MI\, 49058
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Sanctuary Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170602T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170602T210000
DTSTAMP:20170531T185012Z
CREATED:20170531T185012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170531T185012Z
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SUMMARY:Kirtland's Warbler Home Opener
DESCRIPTION:The June 2nd evening program is a fun\, social event that brings together land managers\, conservation partners\, local residents and economic leaders\, legislators and birders to celebrate and support the conservation success of the Kirtland’s Warbler. The event will be held at the beautiful Forest Dunes Golf Club and includes a silent auction\, Michigan inspired beer and wine and an informative program. \nThis year we welcome Michigan advocate and author David Dempsey. Mr. Dempsey\, has been active in conservation and environmental policy since 1982 and is the award-winning author of William G. Milliken: Michigan’s Passionate Moderate. For his Home Opener talk he will draw on his background and experience as environmental advisor to Michigan Governor James J. Blanchard\, Executive Director for the Michigan Environmental Council and Presidential appointee to the Great Lakes Fishery Commission. David’s topic for the evening will celebrate the Kirtland’s Warbler recovery as a key to the state’s reputation as a national conservation leader. \nRegistration for the event is $25. To find out more details and RSVP please call Jill Scarzo\, Huron Pines Program Assistant\, at (989) 448-2293\, ext. 21. \nThe Alliance is happy to announce that once again this year we will be featuring a special piece from Michigan carver Michael Van Houzen as one of our silent auction items. Last year\, Mr. Van Houzen donated a beautiful hand carved Kirtland’s Warbler that generated a great deal of interest and bidding fun! If you’re not familiar with Mr. Van Houzen’s “Songbirds of Wood” please visit his website – www.vanhouzen.com \n  \n 
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/kirtlands-warbler-home-opener/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170604
DTSTAMP:20170531T185551Z
CREATED:20170531T185551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170531T185551Z
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SUMMARY:Kirtland's Warbler Festival
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, June 3\, you will have an excellent chance to see a Kirtland’s Warbler through the Kirtland’s Warbler Festival in Roscommon. In addition to KW tours\, there will be a Leather-leaf Bog nature hike\, children’s activities\, vendors\, and educational programs. This year’s presenters include Ancilleno Davis\, a former member of the Kirtland’s Warbler research team in the Bahamas\, who will talk about important work on the warbler’s wintering grounds.\n\nThe Kirtland’s Warbler Festival will be in full swing starting at 7:30 a.m. with Kirtland’s Warbler tours and continues throughout the day with exciting kids’ activities\, local vendors and interactive workshops. This is a family focused event with something for people of every age to enjoy! Check out the Kirtland’s Warbler Festival’s Facebook page (link) for announcements on the program and details about the day!\n\nMore information is available at https://huronpines.org/festival/ or https://www.facebook.com/kirtlandwarblerfestival/
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/kirtlands-warbler-festival/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170603T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170603T070000
DTSTAMP:20170512T171500Z
CREATED:20170512T165544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170512T171500Z
UID:10002176-1496473200-1496473200@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Warbler Walk at Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Join Doug Klein at Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary in beautiful Barry County for a bird walk focused on migrating warblers. Barry County is a hotspot for many warblers including the rare Cerulean Warbler. Bird Walk will begin at 7 a.m.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/warbler-walk-otis-farm-bird-sanctuary/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Sanctuary Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170612
DTSTAMP:20170414T173900Z
CREATED:20170127T150217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170414T173900Z
UID:10002155-1497052800-1497225599@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Cerulean Warbler Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Register now for June 10-11\, 2017 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. \n[vc_button url=”https://www.michiganaudubon.org/news-events/signature-events/cerulean-warbler-weekend/” text=”Register for Cerulean Warbler Weekend” size=”big” align=”left” type=”primary” outlined=”0″ icon=”” target=”_self”]
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/cerulean-warbler-weekend-3/
LOCATION:Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, 3560 Havens Road\, Hastings\, MI\, 49058
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170610T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170610T110000
DTSTAMP:20170516T202125Z
CREATED:20170516T201635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170516T202125Z
UID:10002178-1497092400-1497092400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Sunset Coast Birding Trail Dedication
DESCRIPTION:The Sunset Coast Birding Trail showcases the diverse birds and natural features of Antrim\, Charlevoix\, and Emmet counties and benefits the local communities by promoting economic development and environmental stewardship. \nThe three counties\, located in the northwest area of the lower peninsula\, host a wide variety of protected areas and habitats that attract a large number of Michigan’s 400-plus bird species. \nThe SCBT will feature approximately 30 primary sites on www.sunsetcoastbirdingtrail.org\, printed map\, and with signage on location. Another 30 secondary birding sites will be identified solely on the website. \nA trail dedication and ribbon cutting will take place on June 10\, 2017\, at 11 a.m. at the Charlevoix Township Hall (12491 Waller Road\, Charlevoix). We will have cake and celebrate! Prior to the dedication\, there will be a bird walk from 9-10:45 a.m. at the North Point Nature area adjacent to Mt. McSauba.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/sunset-coast-birding-trail-dedication/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Birding Trail Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170617T100000
DTSTAMP:20170615T201710Z
CREATED:20170615T201710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170615T201710Z
UID:10002481-1497693600-1497693600@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Nature Yoga at Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Yoga is for the birds (and birdlovers!) Enjoy a refreshing yoga stretch with Jessica McCrumb of Otterdance Yoga. Jess will provide modifications to suit a variety of levels.There will be time for tea and a reflective nature walk afterward if you so choose. Bring a mat if you have one\, otherwise\, one will be provided. Please contact Sarah Nelson at 2699084135 or by email at otissanctuary@michiganaudubon.org to register so we have enough space and mats! Walk-ins will be allowed\, provided that we have enough mats. \nThe cost for this event is $3.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/nature-yoga-otis-farm-bird-sanctuary/
LOCATION:Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, Hastings\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event
GEO:42.6458682;-85.2908403
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170618T160000
DTSTAMP:20170531T184208Z
CREATED:20170531T184208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170531T184208Z
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SUMMARY:2017 Bee Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 18\, 2017\nTime: 1-4 p.m.\nLocation: Michigan State University Horticulture Gardens\, 1066 Bogue St\, East Lansing\, MI 48824\nContact: Julianna Wilson\, jkwilson@msu.edu \n\nFor people of all ages\, this is a free\, fun and educational afternoon of interactive activities centered on understanding the wonderful world of pollinators. The beautiful gardens will be dotted with displays on honey bees\, bumble bees\, wild bees of Michigan\, plants to support pollinators\, garden pesticide safety\, bee-friendly lawn-care and how important bees and other pollinators are for our food supply. Hands-on workshops will show you how make a native bee hotel\, how to make seed “bombs” to support pollinators\, and how to identify different pollinators in your garden. Pollinator-themed face painting will be back by popular demand\, too! \nThe MSU Horticulture Gardens are located on the southwest corner of Bogue Street and Wilson Road on the MSU campus in East Lansing\, Michigan\, with ample parking on the west and east side of the gardens. For updates and more information\, visit the MSU Bee Palooza website or our Bee Palooza Facebook Event page. \nStep in at the Bug House\nOn the other side of campus in Room 147 of the Natural Science Building\, the MSU Bug House will also be open for visitors on the same day\, June 18\, from 1-4 p.m.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/2017-bee-palooza/
LOCATION:Michigan State University Horticulture Gardens\, 1066 Bogue St\, East Lansing\, MI 48824\, East Lansing\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event
GEO:42.7222307;-84.4728479
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170621T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170621T120000
DTSTAMP:20170620T182630Z
CREATED:20170612T155206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170620T182630Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Milkweed Planting at CCBS
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nClick here to download this flyer and share with others.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/milkweed-planting-ccbs/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170624T120000
DTSTAMP:20170612T155654Z
CREATED:20170612T155654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170612T155654Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Milkweed Planting at Baker Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Click here to download this flyer and share with others.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/volunteer-milkweed-planting-baker-sanctuary/
LOCATION:Bernard W. Baker Sanctuary\, 21145 Fifteen Mile Rd.\, Bellevue\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteering Event
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