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SUMMARY:Volunteer Training/Review: Bird-Window Collision Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Window collisions kill up to 1 billion birds a year making it the second-largest threat to bird populations in the United States. The good news is that bird-window collisions are preventable when a few simple steps are taken and this can begin by gathering data. With fall migration upon us\, Michigan Audubon is looking for volunteers to monitor bird fatalities at buildings in the downtown Lansing area and on Michigan State University’s campus. \nCollecting data about bird-window collisions can help to assess high-risk buildings and inspire property owners to make changes to ensure greater safety for birds including moving plants away from windows and reducing artificial night lighting. \nMonitoring is ideally done in the early morning before specimens are removed by cleaning crews or eaten by predators\, but collection times are flexible. Specimens should be photographed and collected. Michigan Audubon will provide volunteers with the necessary equipment. \nIf interested\, please join us for a volunteer training session on Aug. 20 at 5:30 p.m. We will meet at Kelly’s Downtown (220 S. Washington Square\, Lansing\, MI 48933) for an introduction into window collision monitoring followed by a brief walk along one of the monitored routes. Volunteers are needed to walk collision monitoring routes from Aug. 15 to Oct. 31\, surveying each assigned building 2–3 times per week. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Michigan Audubon Conservation Project Coordinator Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/volunteer-training-review-bird-window-collision-monitoring/
LOCATION:Kelly’s Downtown\, 220 S. Washington Square\, Lansing\, MI\, 48933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mi Bird-Friendly Communities,Michigan Audubon,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190821T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190821T120000
DTSTAMP:20190405T190847Z
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SUMMARY:CCBS Workday
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy spending time outdoors in nature? Are you into native plants\, birds\, butterflies\, and other members of the natural community? Join Michigan Audubon at our sanctuary stewardship workdays\, weekly on Wednesdays from April through October\, at Capital City Bird Sanctuary! We will combine fun facts and learning basic stewardship skills with taking care of our local bird sanctuary. \nThis little-known preserve is a great place to spot breeding Eastern Bluebird\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak\, Warbling Vireo\, and Eastern Kingbird. Help us protect this urban nature preserve by removing invasive woody shrubs and encouraging native habitats. Please come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring leather 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 Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364 with any questions or to RSVP. \nWe hope to see you at the sanctuary! \nMeet at the volunteer parking lot at 6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906 \nDirections:\nFrom Waverly: head west at the intersection of Waverly and Delta River Drive. After 1.5 miles\, you will see an open lot with downed trees along the south side of the road. Slow for the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.\nFrom I-69: head east on W. Saginaw Hwy and after 1 mile\, turn north on Creyts. Continue on Creyts (becomes Webster at Willow Hwy) until it dead-ends at Delta River Drive. Turn east and drive 0.1 mile\, past Hawk Meadow Park\, and slow around the curve to find the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-workday-2/2019-08-21/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190821T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190821T190000
DTSTAMP:20190802T195746Z
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SUMMARY:Chimney Swift Tower Build at Woldumar
DESCRIPTION:Michigan Audubon is seeking volunteers to help finish building a Chimney Swift tower at Woldumar Nature Center! \nThis project benefits Chimney Swift a bird species dependent on human structures for nest sites. The Okemos High School Earth Club constructed the tower components\, so we just need to assemble the tower on site. \nAll in all\, this tower will be approximately 15 feet tall and will support one nesting pair of Chimney Swift during their summer nesting season\, or several Chimney Swift (up to 100 if we are lucky!) during their migration. \n\nWe will meet at Woldumar Nature Center (5739 Old Lansing Rd\, Lansing\, MI 48917). If you are interested in volunteering with us\, please email Conservation Program Coordinator Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org. \nIn case of rain\, this event will be postponed until Sept. 4.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/chimney-swift-tower-build-at-woldumar-2/2019-08-21/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Mi Bird-Friendly Communities,Michigan Audubon,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190828T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190828T120000
DTSTAMP:20190405T190847Z
CREATED:20190405T190847Z
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SUMMARY:CCBS Workday
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy spending time outdoors in nature? Are you into native plants\, birds\, butterflies\, and other members of the natural community? Join Michigan Audubon at our sanctuary stewardship workdays\, weekly on Wednesdays from April through October\, at Capital City Bird Sanctuary! We will combine fun facts and learning basic stewardship skills with taking care of our local bird sanctuary. \nThis little-known preserve is a great place to spot breeding Eastern Bluebird\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak\, Warbling Vireo\, and Eastern Kingbird. Help us protect this urban nature preserve by removing invasive woody shrubs and encouraging native habitats. Please come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring leather 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 Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364 with any questions or to RSVP. \nWe hope to see you at the sanctuary! \nMeet at the volunteer parking lot at 6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906 \nDirections:\nFrom Waverly: head west at the intersection of Waverly and Delta River Drive. After 1.5 miles\, you will see an open lot with downed trees along the south side of the road. Slow for the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.\nFrom I-69: head east on W. Saginaw Hwy and after 1 mile\, turn north on Creyts. Continue on Creyts (becomes Webster at Willow Hwy) until it dead-ends at Delta River Drive. Turn east and drive 0.1 mile\, past Hawk Meadow Park\, and slow around the curve to find the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-workday-2/2019-08-28/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190829T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190829T090000
DTSTAMP:20190708T200241Z
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SUMMARY:Warner Sanctuary Workday
DESCRIPTION:Michigan Audubon’s Ronald H. Warner Sanctuary is a hidden gem in Barry County. Adjacent to the Barry State Game Area Global Important Bird Area\, Warner is home to breeding forest birds and a number of threatened and endangered plants — and it needs your help to stay this way. \nEach workday\, Michigan Audubon staff and volunteers gather to remove invasive plants that threaten habitat health. These workdays are a great opportunity to get to know the sanctuary and help give back to the birds. Think of these workdays as “wild gardening” — these are mildly strenuous workdays that involve hiking around the sanctuary and cutting down invasive woody shrubs with hand pruners or hand saws\, often in challenging locations. A good workout is guaranteed! We do take many snack and water breaks throughout the workday. \nWild raspberries\, poison ivy\, and biting insects are common so please dress appropriately in close-toed boots\, long sleeves\, pants\, and a hat. Please bring leather or gardening gloves if you have them\, but we do have extras on site to borrow. Water and snacks will be available but feel free to bring extras if you like. \nThis event is weather dependent. Rain or thunderstorms will cancel the event. If you RSVP you will receive up-to-date information on changes to this event. Please note that our sanctuaries do not have bathrooms or running water at this time.* \nPlease RSVP to Conservation Program Coordinator Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org if you plan to attend the workday. We hope to see you at the sanctuary! \n— \nRonald H. Warner Sanctuary is located at: 42.620669\, -85.396601 \nWe will meet at the parking area on the east side of Erway Road in Hastings.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/warner-sanctuary-workday/2019-08-29/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190829T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190829T120000
DTSTAMP:20190708T184002Z
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SUMMARY:Otis Sanctuary Workday
DESCRIPTION:Michigan Audubon’s Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary is an oasis for birds\, but it needs your help to stay that way! Located in Barry County\, this 128-acre bird sanctuary hosts rolling fields\, mature forest\, expansive marshland\, a stream\, kettle hole marshes\, and several springs.  \nEach workday\, Michigan Audubon staff and volunteers gather to remove invasive plants that threaten habitat health. These workdays are a great opportunity to get to know the sanctuary and help give back to the birds. Think of these workdays as “wild gardening” — these are mildly strenuous workdays that involve hiking around the sanctuary and cutting down invasive woody shrubs with hand pruners or hand saws\, often in challenging locations. A good workout is guaranteed! We do take many snack and water breaks throughout the workday. \nWild raspberries\, poison ivy\, and biting insects are common so please dress appropriately in close-toed boots\, long sleeves\, pants\, and a hat. Please bring leather or gardening gloves if you have them\, but we do have extras on site to borrow. Water and snacks will be available but feel free to bring extras if you like. \nThis event is weather dependent. Rain or thunderstorms will cancel the event. If you RSVP you will receive up-to-date information on changes to this event. \nPlease RSVP to Conservation Program Coordinator Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org if you plan to attend the workday. We hope to see you at the sanctuary! \n— \nOtis Farm Bird Sanctuary is located at 3560 Havens Rd.\, Hastings\, MI 49058.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/otis-sanctuary-workday-3/
LOCATION:Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, 3560 Havens Road\, Hastings\, MI\, 49058
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190904T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190904T120000
DTSTAMP:20190405T190847Z
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SUMMARY:CCBS Workday
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy spending time outdoors in nature? Are you into native plants\, birds\, butterflies\, and other members of the natural community? Join Michigan Audubon at our sanctuary stewardship workdays\, weekly on Wednesdays from April through October\, at Capital City Bird Sanctuary! We will combine fun facts and learning basic stewardship skills with taking care of our local bird sanctuary. \nThis little-known preserve is a great place to spot breeding Eastern Bluebird\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak\, Warbling Vireo\, and Eastern Kingbird. Help us protect this urban nature preserve by removing invasive woody shrubs and encouraging native habitats. Please come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring leather 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 Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364 with any questions or to RSVP. \nWe hope to see you at the sanctuary! \nMeet at the volunteer parking lot at 6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906 \nDirections:\nFrom Waverly: head west at the intersection of Waverly and Delta River Drive. After 1.5 miles\, you will see an open lot with downed trees along the south side of the road. Slow for the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.\nFrom I-69: head east on W. Saginaw Hwy and after 1 mile\, turn north on Creyts. Continue on Creyts (becomes Webster at Willow Hwy) until it dead-ends at Delta River Drive. Turn east and drive 0.1 mile\, past Hawk Meadow Park\, and slow around the curve to find the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-workday-2/2019-09-04/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190909T200000
DTSTAMP:20190405T181256Z
CREATED:20181207T221349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T181256Z
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SUMMARY:Seminar Series: Chimney Swifts
DESCRIPTION:Chimney Swifts with Linnea Rowse \nA 5-inch long “flying cigar” with wings\, Chimney Swifts are a fascinating species that is dependent upon human structures for their breeding and migration habits. During spring and fall migration\, Chimney Swifts gather by the thousands to shelter together overnight in roosting locations – most often in large chimneys of older churches\, schools\, and factories. Come to learn about Chimney Swifts\, their role within the ecosystem\, why their population is in steep decline\, how they depend upon humans\, and what you can do to help this species. Following the presentation\, attendees are invited to caravan to a nearby known Chimney Swift roost\, where at dusk\, a swirling “tornado” of swifts will spiral down into their nighttime roost. \nLinnea Rowse is the Conservation Program Coordinator for Michigan Audubon\, overseeing the Bird-friendly Communities program\, including species-specific conservation efforts. Linnea also oversees stewardship and habitat management at Michigan Audubon’s bird sanctuaries\, and other conservation projects. Linnea received her B.S. in Wildlife and Conservation Biology from the University of Rhode Island\, and her Master’s degree in Fisheries and Wildlife from The Ohio State University. She has worked for many different non-profit organizations and researchers\, always focused on bird conservation\, ecology\, and habitat restoration\, but until last year had not experienced the wonder and thrill of watching a Chimney Swift “tornado” swirl down into a chimney. \nThis event is part of the Michigan Audubon Seminar Series. Seminars are free and open to the public. Sessions take place on the second Monday of each month from 7 – 8 p.m. at the Michigan Audubon office located at 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI 48864.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/seminar-series-chimney-swifts/
LOCATION:Michigan Audubon Office\, 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Michigan Audubon,Seminar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190911T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190911T084500
DTSTAMP:20190905T185031Z
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SUMMARY:CCBS Fall Migration Walks
DESCRIPTION:Experience the wonder of fall bird song and migration at Capital City Bird Sanctuary.  These free bird walks will be led by Conservation Program Coordinator Linnea Rowse. Bring your binoculars (some will be available to borrow) and wear weather-appropriate clothing and footwear. Walks are suitable for all ages and any level of birding experience. \nCCBS Fall Migration Walks will also take place Sunday mornings on September 15 through 29\, from 8–10 a.m. \nMeet at the Michigan Audubon volunteer entrance to the sanctuary (6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906)\, approximately 0.1 mile east of the Hawk Meadow Park parking lot. \n 
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-fall-migration-walks-2/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Sanctuary Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190911T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190911T120000
DTSTAMP:20190405T190847Z
CREATED:20190405T190847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T190847Z
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SUMMARY:CCBS Workday
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy spending time outdoors in nature? Are you into native plants\, birds\, butterflies\, and other members of the natural community? Join Michigan Audubon at our sanctuary stewardship workdays\, weekly on Wednesdays from April through October\, at Capital City Bird Sanctuary! We will combine fun facts and learning basic stewardship skills with taking care of our local bird sanctuary. \nThis little-known preserve is a great place to spot breeding Eastern Bluebird\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak\, Warbling Vireo\, and Eastern Kingbird. Help us protect this urban nature preserve by removing invasive woody shrubs and encouraging native habitats. Please come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring leather 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 Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364 with any questions or to RSVP. \nWe hope to see you at the sanctuary! \nMeet at the volunteer parking lot at 6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906 \nDirections:\nFrom Waverly: head west at the intersection of Waverly and Delta River Drive. After 1.5 miles\, you will see an open lot with downed trees along the south side of the road. Slow for the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.\nFrom I-69: head east on W. Saginaw Hwy and after 1 mile\, turn north on Creyts. Continue on Creyts (becomes Webster at Willow Hwy) until it dead-ends at Delta River Drive. Turn east and drive 0.1 mile\, past Hawk Meadow Park\, and slow around the curve to find the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-workday-2/2019-09-11/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190913T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190915T130000
DTSTAMP:20190802T152953Z
CREATED:20190802T152953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190802T152953Z
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SUMMARY:Lake Erie Wing Watch
DESCRIPTION:Lake Erie Wing Watch is a weekend event filled with field trips to unique locations\, presentations with informative speakers\, and a fun and festive banquet featuring keynote speaker Laura Keene\, an acclaimed big year birder. \nThis event has been put on by Firelands Audubon Society and their patterns Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge\, Erie County Metroparks\, Friends of Magee Marsh\, Friends of Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge\, BGSU Firelands College\, Old Woman Creek\, Lake Erie Islands Conservancy\, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services\, The Ohio Division of Wildlife and Ohio Department of Natural Resources for over twenty years. \nRegistration begins at $15 with additional programs varying from $10-$35. \nFor more information visit https://www.lakeeriewingwatch.com/.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/lake-erie-wing-watch/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190915T100000
DTSTAMP:20190905T184357Z
CREATED:20190807T193657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T184357Z
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SUMMARY:CCBS Fall Migration Walks
DESCRIPTION:Experience the wonder of fall bird song and migration at Capital City Bird Sanctuary every Sunday morning\, September 15 through 29\, from 8–10 a.m. These free bird walks will be led by Conservation Program Coordinator Linnea Rowse. Bring your binoculars (some will be available to borrow) and wear weather-appropriate clothing and footwear. Walks are suitable for all ages and any level of birding experience. \nMeet at the Michigan Audubon volunteer entrance to the sanctuary (6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906)\, approximately 0.1 mile east of the Hawk Meadow Park parking lot.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-fall-migration-walks/2019-09-15/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Michigan Audubon,Sanctuary Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190916T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190916T203000
DTSTAMP:20190916T143849Z
CREATED:20190809T152051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190916T143849Z
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SUMMARY:Swift Night Out — Lansing
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE: Activity at this roost has been low over the past few days. If we are not experiencing Chimney Swift at this site\, we may opt to relocate to another roost near the Family Dollar at 726 E Michigan Ave\, Lansing\, MI 48912 (a five-minute drive from Smith Floral). Street parking is available at this roost site along Michigan Avenue and Hosmer Street. We will keep you posted through updates on social media if we move to this location. Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram to remain up-to-date.\n\nEnjoy a Swift Night Out with Michigan Audubon on September 16 and celebrate urban wildlife while sipping on lemonade at Smith Floral & Greenhouses and watching Chimney Swifts come in to roost. \nThis free family-friendly event features an amazing spectacle at dusk\, when hundreds of Chimney Swifts flock together in a tornado-like formation\, flying in increasingly tighter circles before dropping into the chimney where they roost for the night. \nThese urban birds have suffered a steep population decline in recent decades due to loss of habitat\, insecticide use\, climate change\, and more. Information on how you can help this species\, including citizen science projects\, will be available at the event. \nThe event begins at 7:30 p.m. for social time with the most Chimney Swift activity starting just before sunset (7:47) and continuing through dusk. Please meet at the Smith Floral & Greenhouses’ parking lot at 1124 E. Mt. Hope Ave.\, Lansing\, MI 48910. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Michigan Audubon Conservation Program Coordinator Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/swift-night-out-lansing-2/
LOCATION:Smith Floral & Greenhouse\, 1124 E. Mt. Hope Ave.\, Lansing\, MI\, 48910\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mi Bird-Friendly Communities,Michigan Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190918T120000
DTSTAMP:20190405T190847Z
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SUMMARY:CCBS Workday
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy spending time outdoors in nature? Are you into native plants\, birds\, butterflies\, and other members of the natural community? Join Michigan Audubon at our sanctuary stewardship workdays\, weekly on Wednesdays from April through October\, at Capital City Bird Sanctuary! We will combine fun facts and learning basic stewardship skills with taking care of our local bird sanctuary. \nThis little-known preserve is a great place to spot breeding Eastern Bluebird\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak\, Warbling Vireo\, and Eastern Kingbird. Help us protect this urban nature preserve by removing invasive woody shrubs and encouraging native habitats. Please come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring leather 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 Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364 with any questions or to RSVP. \nWe hope to see you at the sanctuary! \nMeet at the volunteer parking lot at 6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906 \nDirections:\nFrom Waverly: head west at the intersection of Waverly and Delta River Drive. After 1.5 miles\, you will see an open lot with downed trees along the south side of the road. Slow for the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.\nFrom I-69: head east on W. Saginaw Hwy and after 1 mile\, turn north on Creyts. Continue on Creyts (becomes Webster at Willow Hwy) until it dead-ends at Delta River Drive. Turn east and drive 0.1 mile\, past Hawk Meadow Park\, and slow around the curve to find the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-workday-2/2019-09-18/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190922
DTSTAMP:20190502T170506Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190502T170506Z
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SUMMARY:Whiting Forest of Dow Gardens Birding Festival
DESCRIPTION:Attendees will learn from more than 20 distinguished conservationists\, researchers\, photographers\, naturalists\, and environmental educators. Over 30 dynamic sessions will be offered on topics such as Kirtland’s Warbler Conservation\, raptor identification\, and birding by ear. The capstone of the festival is keynote speaker\, David Allen Sibley\, presenting The Art of Identification. Sibley is the author and illustrator of the series of successful guides to nature that bear his name\, including The New York Times bestseller The Sibley Guide to Birds. Early Bird Registration opens April 29.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/whiting-forest-of-dow-gardens-birding-festival/
LOCATION:Whiting Forest of Dow Gardens\, 2203 Eastman Avenue\, Midland\, 48640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
ORGANIZER;CN="Whiting Forest of Dow Gardens":MAILTO:Hill@dowgardens.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190921T140000
DTSTAMP:20190826T191908Z
CREATED:20190826T191908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190826T191908Z
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SUMMARY:Spartan Day of Service at CCBS
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a stewardship day at Capital City Bird Sanctuary as part of MSU’s Fall Spartan Day of Service! This little-known preserve northwest of downtown Lansing is a great place to spot birds such as Eastern Bluebird\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak\, Warbling Vireo\, and Eastern Kingbird — even while working. Help us protect this urban nature preserve by removing invasive woody shrubs and encouraging native habitats. Think of this workday as “wild gardening” — mildly strenuous work that involves hiking around the sanctuary and cutting down invasive woody shrubs with hand pruners or hand saws\, often in challenging locations. Additional tasks may include: general trail maintenance and cutting back overhanging plants from trails\, cleaning out bird nesting boxes\, or weeding in the native wildflower garden. A good workout is guaranteed! We do take many snack and water breaks. Please come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring water\, snacks\, insect repellent\, and sunscreen\, although we will have extras on hand. No experience necessary\, and we will provide all tools. \nPlease note: If you are an MSU student\, please volunteer for the project here. If you do so\, Michigan State University will provide transportation (bus) from the MSU campus to the sanctuary\, lunch food\, and an event T-shirt for you. More details on the event can be found on that page. \nThis CCBS workday is open to the public; members of the public may bring their own lunch if they wish\, or join for just part of the workday. Meet at the volunteer parking lot at 6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906.\n \nPlease RSVP to Conservation Program Coordinator Linnea Rowse if you plan to attend by emailing her at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/spartan-day-of-service-at-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:20190922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190922T100000
DTSTAMP:20190905T184357Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T184357Z
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SUMMARY:CCBS Fall Migration Walks
DESCRIPTION:Experience the wonder of fall bird song and migration at Capital City Bird Sanctuary every Sunday morning\, September 15 through 29\, from 8–10 a.m. These free bird walks will be led by Conservation Program Coordinator Linnea Rowse. Bring your binoculars (some will be available to borrow) and wear weather-appropriate clothing and footwear. Walks are suitable for all ages and any level of birding experience. \nMeet at the Michigan Audubon volunteer entrance to the sanctuary (6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906)\, approximately 0.1 mile east of the Hawk Meadow Park parking lot.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-fall-migration-walks/2019-09-22/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Michigan Audubon,Sanctuary Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190925T120000
DTSTAMP:20190405T190847Z
CREATED:20190405T190847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T190847Z
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SUMMARY:CCBS Workday
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy spending time outdoors in nature? Are you into native plants\, birds\, butterflies\, and other members of the natural community? Join Michigan Audubon at our sanctuary stewardship workdays\, weekly on Wednesdays from April through October\, at Capital City Bird Sanctuary! We will combine fun facts and learning basic stewardship skills with taking care of our local bird sanctuary. \nThis little-known preserve is a great place to spot breeding Eastern Bluebird\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak\, Warbling Vireo\, and Eastern Kingbird. Help us protect this urban nature preserve by removing invasive woody shrubs and encouraging native habitats. Please come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring leather 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 Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364 with any questions or to RSVP. \nWe hope to see you at the sanctuary! \nMeet at the volunteer parking lot at 6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906 \nDirections:\nFrom Waverly: head west at the intersection of Waverly and Delta River Drive. After 1.5 miles\, you will see an open lot with downed trees along the south side of the road. Slow for the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.\nFrom I-69: head east on W. Saginaw Hwy and after 1 mile\, turn north on Creyts. Continue on Creyts (becomes Webster at Willow Hwy) until it dead-ends at Delta River Drive. Turn east and drive 0.1 mile\, past Hawk Meadow Park\, and slow around the curve to find the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-workday-2/2019-09-25/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190929T100000
DTSTAMP:20190905T184357Z
CREATED:20190807T193657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T184357Z
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SUMMARY:CCBS Fall Migration Walks
DESCRIPTION:Experience the wonder of fall bird song and migration at Capital City Bird Sanctuary every Sunday morning\, September 15 through 29\, from 8–10 a.m. These free bird walks will be led by Conservation Program Coordinator Linnea Rowse. Bring your binoculars (some will be available to borrow) and wear weather-appropriate clothing and footwear. Walks are suitable for all ages and any level of birding experience. \nMeet at the Michigan Audubon volunteer entrance to the sanctuary (6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906)\, approximately 0.1 mile east of the Hawk Meadow Park parking lot.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-fall-migration-walks/2019-09-29/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Michigan Audubon,Sanctuary Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191002T120000
DTSTAMP:20190405T190847Z
CREATED:20190405T190847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T190847Z
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SUMMARY:CCBS Workday
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy spending time outdoors in nature? Are you into native plants\, birds\, butterflies\, and other members of the natural community? Join Michigan Audubon at our sanctuary stewardship workdays\, weekly on Wednesdays from April through October\, at Capital City Bird Sanctuary! We will combine fun facts and learning basic stewardship skills with taking care of our local bird sanctuary. \nThis little-known preserve is a great place to spot breeding Eastern Bluebird\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak\, Warbling Vireo\, and Eastern Kingbird. Help us protect this urban nature preserve by removing invasive woody shrubs and encouraging native habitats. Please come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring leather 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 Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364 with any questions or to RSVP. \nWe hope to see you at the sanctuary! \nMeet at the volunteer parking lot at 6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906 \nDirections:\nFrom Waverly: head west at the intersection of Waverly and Delta River Drive. After 1.5 miles\, you will see an open lot with downed trees along the south side of the road. Slow for the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.\nFrom I-69: head east on W. Saginaw Hwy and after 1 mile\, turn north on Creyts. Continue on Creyts (becomes Webster at Willow Hwy) until it dead-ends at Delta River Drive. Turn east and drive 0.1 mile\, past Hawk Meadow Park\, and slow around the curve to find the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-workday-2/2019-10-02/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191009T120000
DTSTAMP:20190405T190847Z
CREATED:20190405T190847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T190847Z
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SUMMARY:CCBS Workday
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy spending time outdoors in nature? Are you into native plants\, birds\, butterflies\, and other members of the natural community? Join Michigan Audubon at our sanctuary stewardship workdays\, weekly on Wednesdays from April through October\, at Capital City Bird Sanctuary! We will combine fun facts and learning basic stewardship skills with taking care of our local bird sanctuary. \nThis little-known preserve is a great place to spot breeding Eastern Bluebird\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak\, Warbling Vireo\, and Eastern Kingbird. Help us protect this urban nature preserve by removing invasive woody shrubs and encouraging native habitats. Please come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring leather 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 Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364 with any questions or to RSVP. \nWe hope to see you at the sanctuary! \nMeet at the volunteer parking lot at 6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906 \nDirections:\nFrom Waverly: head west at the intersection of Waverly and Delta River Drive. After 1.5 miles\, you will see an open lot with downed trees along the south side of the road. Slow for the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.\nFrom I-69: head east on W. Saginaw Hwy and after 1 mile\, turn north on Creyts. Continue on Creyts (becomes Webster at Willow Hwy) until it dead-ends at Delta River Drive. Turn east and drive 0.1 mile\, past Hawk Meadow Park\, and slow around the curve to find the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-workday-2/2019-10-09/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191012T190000
DTSTAMP:20250214T135952Z
CREATED:20180731T150942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T135952Z
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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;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
CATEGORIES:Festival,Michigan Audubon,Signature Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191014T200000
DTSTAMP:20190829T142815Z
CREATED:20181207T221455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T142815Z
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SUMMARY:Seminar Series: Winter Bird Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Winter is an excellent time of year to engage in the hobby of backyard bird feeding. Food is a crucial element for a bird’s winter survival; providing birds with the energy\, stamina\, and nutrition they need to stay warm. This one-hour\, educational program will look at the best foods to serve and how to serve them in order to attract the greatest variety of birds right outside your window. \nTips and tricks will be shared in order to have you set-up for success once our summer residents migrate\, the days grow shorter and the nights colder. \nLaurel Zoet is a naturalist educator and owner of Wild Birds Unlimited of Brighton. Laurel is passionate about connecting people of all ages with the diversity and wonder of the natural phenomenon right in our own backyards. \nThis event is part of the Michigan Audubon Seminar Series. Seminars are free and open to the public. Sessions take place on the second Monday of each month from 7 – 8 p.m. at the Michigan Audubon office located at 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI 48864.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/seminar-series-winter-bird-feeding/
LOCATION:Michigan Audubon Office\, 2310 Science Parkway\, Suite 200\, Okemos\, MI\, 48864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Michigan Audubon,Seminar Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191016T120000
DTSTAMP:20190405T190847Z
CREATED:20190405T190847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190405T190847Z
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SUMMARY:CCBS Workday
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy spending time outdoors in nature? Are you into native plants\, birds\, butterflies\, and other members of the natural community? Join Michigan Audubon at our sanctuary stewardship workdays\, weekly on Wednesdays from April through October\, at Capital City Bird Sanctuary! We will combine fun facts and learning basic stewardship skills with taking care of our local bird sanctuary. \nThis little-known preserve is a great place to spot breeding Eastern Bluebird\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak\, Warbling Vireo\, and Eastern Kingbird. Help us protect this urban nature preserve by removing invasive woody shrubs and encouraging native habitats. Please come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring leather 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 Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364 with any questions or to RSVP. \nWe hope to see you at the sanctuary! \nMeet at the volunteer parking lot at 6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906 \nDirections:\nFrom Waverly: head west at the intersection of Waverly and Delta River Drive. After 1.5 miles\, you will see an open lot with downed trees along the south side of the road. Slow for the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.\nFrom I-69: head east on W. Saginaw Hwy and after 1 mile\, turn north on Creyts. Continue on Creyts (becomes Webster at Willow Hwy) until it dead-ends at Delta River Drive. Turn east and drive 0.1 mile\, past Hawk Meadow Park\, and slow around the curve to find the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-workday-2/2019-10-16/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191019T160000
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SUMMARY:Sandhill Crane Viewing in Bellevue
DESCRIPTION:Sandhill Crane Viewing at Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area \nNot able to make it to CraneFest? No worries. The Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek generously opens their property at the Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area to public crane viewing for a few weekends in the fall. \nVisit the property to experience hundreds of Sandhill Cranes flying in to Big Marsh Lake as they prepare for migration in the coming weeks. The best viewing time is from 5 p.m. to dusk but can change as sunset gets earlier.  \nCrane viewing is free\, but please remember it is run by volunteers who may choose to cancel public viewing due to weather or other circumstances at any time.  \nPublic viewing dates and times: \n\nOctober 19 & 20\, 4 – 7 p.m.\nOctober 26 & 27\, 4 – 7 p.m.\nNovember 2 & 3\, 4 – 7 p.m.\nNovember 9 & 10\, 4 – 7 p.m.\n\nThe Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area is located at: \n\n22300 15 Mile Road\, Bellevue\, MI 49021
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/sandhill-crane-viewing-in-bellevue-2/2019-10-19/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd\, Bellevue\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sandhill Crane Viewing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191020T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191020T190000
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SUMMARY:Sandhill Crane Viewing in Bellevue
DESCRIPTION:Sandhill Crane Viewing at Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area \nNot able to make it to CraneFest? No worries. The Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek generously opens their property at the Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area to public crane viewing for a few weekends in the fall. \nVisit the property to experience hundreds of Sandhill Cranes flying in to Big Marsh Lake as they prepare for migration in the coming weeks. The best viewing time is from 5 p.m. to dusk but can change as sunset gets earlier.  \nCrane viewing is free\, but please remember it is run by volunteers who may choose to cancel public viewing due to weather or other circumstances at any time.  \nPublic viewing dates and times: \n\nOctober 19 & 20\, 4 – 7 p.m.\nOctober 26 & 27\, 4 – 7 p.m.\nNovember 2 & 3\, 4 – 7 p.m.\nNovember 9 & 10\, 4 – 7 p.m.\n\nThe Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area is located at: \n\n22300 15 Mile Road\, Bellevue\, MI 49021
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/sandhill-crane-viewing-in-bellevue-2/2019-10-20/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd\, Bellevue\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sandhill Crane Viewing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191023T120000
DTSTAMP:20190405T190847Z
CREATED:20190405T190847Z
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UID:10002377-1571821200-1571832000@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:CCBS Workday
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy spending time outdoors in nature? Are you into native plants\, birds\, butterflies\, and other members of the natural community? Join Michigan Audubon at our sanctuary stewardship workdays\, weekly on Wednesdays from April through October\, at Capital City Bird Sanctuary! We will combine fun facts and learning basic stewardship skills with taking care of our local bird sanctuary. \nThis little-known preserve is a great place to spot breeding Eastern Bluebird\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak\, Warbling Vireo\, and Eastern Kingbird. Help us protect this urban nature preserve by removing invasive woody shrubs and encouraging native habitats. Please come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring leather 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 Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org or 517-580-7364 with any questions or to RSVP. \nWe hope to see you at the sanctuary! \nMeet at the volunteer parking lot at 6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906 \nDirections:\nFrom Waverly: head west at the intersection of Waverly and Delta River Drive. After 1.5 miles\, you will see an open lot with downed trees along the south side of the road. Slow for the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.\nFrom I-69: head east on W. Saginaw Hwy and after 1 mile\, turn north on Creyts. Continue on Creyts (becomes Webster at Willow Hwy) until it dead-ends at Delta River Drive. Turn east and drive 0.1 mile\, past Hawk Meadow Park\, and slow around the curve to find the hidden\, gated driveway on the south side of the road.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/ccbs-workday-2/2019-10-23/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191026T190000
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CREATED:20190917T190415Z
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SUMMARY:Sandhill Crane Viewing in Bellevue
DESCRIPTION:Sandhill Crane Viewing at Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area \nNot able to make it to CraneFest? No worries. The Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek generously opens their property at the Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area to public crane viewing for a few weekends in the fall. \nVisit the property to experience hundreds of Sandhill Cranes flying in to Big Marsh Lake as they prepare for migration in the coming weeks. The best viewing time is from 5 p.m. to dusk but can change as sunset gets earlier.  \nCrane viewing is free\, but please remember it is run by volunteers who may choose to cancel public viewing due to weather or other circumstances at any time.  \nPublic viewing dates and times: \n\nOctober 19 & 20\, 4 – 7 p.m.\nOctober 26 & 27\, 4 – 7 p.m.\nNovember 2 & 3\, 4 – 7 p.m.\nNovember 9 & 10\, 4 – 7 p.m.\n\nThe Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area is located at: \n\n22300 15 Mile Road\, Bellevue\, MI 49021
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/sandhill-crane-viewing-in-bellevue-2/2019-10-26/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd\, Bellevue\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sandhill Crane Viewing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191027T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191027T190000
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UID:10002701-1572192000-1572202800@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Sandhill Crane Viewing in Bellevue
DESCRIPTION:Sandhill Crane Viewing at Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area \nNot able to make it to CraneFest? No worries. The Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek generously opens their property at the Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area to public crane viewing for a few weekends in the fall. \nVisit the property to experience hundreds of Sandhill Cranes flying in to Big Marsh Lake as they prepare for migration in the coming weeks. The best viewing time is from 5 p.m. to dusk but can change as sunset gets earlier.  \nCrane viewing is free\, but please remember it is run by volunteers who may choose to cancel public viewing due to weather or other circumstances at any time.  \nPublic viewing dates and times: \n\nOctober 19 & 20\, 4 – 7 p.m.\nOctober 26 & 27\, 4 – 7 p.m.\nNovember 2 & 3\, 4 – 7 p.m.\nNovember 9 & 10\, 4 – 7 p.m.\n\nThe Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area is located at: \n\n22300 15 Mile Road\, Bellevue\, MI 49021
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/sandhill-crane-viewing-in-bellevue-2/2019-10-27/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd\, Bellevue\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sandhill Crane Viewing
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