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SUMMARY:WPBO Migratory Bird Walks (2 hours)
DESCRIPTION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory Migratory Bird Walks\nJoin us for WPBO Migratory Bird Walks with Clay Bliznick\, M.S.\, Michigan Audubon’s Field Ornithologist at WPBO! \nSeptember 28 – November 10\, 2024\nEvery Saturday and Sunday Morning\n8-10 AM and 11 AM-12 PM EST\nRegistration: No registration required.\nCost: Free!\nLocation: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory in Paradise\, Michigan\nMeet in front of the Owl’s Roost  \nThe 8-10 AM Tour (2-hour Tour)\nOn this early morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the hiking trails\, shoreline\, bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost\, and along our boardwalks\, including the Hawk Deck. \nTour Distance: 1-1.5 Miles\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Moderate; sandy beach shoreline\, hiking trails on dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nThe 11 AM-12 PM Tour (1-hour Tour)\nOn this late-morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the boardwalks\, shoreline\, and the bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost. \nTour Distance: Less than 1 mile\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Easy; dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nImportant Tour Tips!\n\nThe WPBO Migratory Bird Walks are open to the public\, for all ages\, come rain or shine!\nDress in Layers: Weather can change quickly at the Point.\nComfortable Footwear: Sturdy\, waterproof hiking boots or shoes are ideal for uneven terrain.\nBring Binoculars: Essential for spotting birds from a distance! A field guide or birding app\, such as Merlin\, is also handy. We also have extra binoculars\, should you need them.\nPack Water and Snacks: Stay hydrated and energized during the tour.\nSun Protection: Bring a hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen.\nInsect Repellent: Keep bugs at bay.\nCamera or Smartphone: Capture the birds and the beautiful scenery!\nRespect Nature: Stay on designated trails with our tour guide and maintain a quiet\, respectful presence.\n\nPlease continue to reference this webpage for the most updated information\, including any changes to the tour dates or times. The event may be cancelled at any time due to unforeseen circumstances. \nTo find out more about what Clay has been seeing lately\, you can read his weekly blog posts at wpbo.org/category/field-notes/field-ornithologist. \nLet’s Go Birding!
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wpbo-migratory-bird-walks-2-hour-tour/2024-11-02/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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SUMMARY:WPBO Migratory Bird Walks (1 hour)
DESCRIPTION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory Migratory Bird Walks\nJoin us for WPBO Migratory Bird Walks with Clay Bliznick\, M.S.\, Michigan Audubon’s Field Ornithologist at WPBO! \nSeptember 28 – November 10\, 2024\nEvery Saturday and Sunday Morning\n8-10 AM and 11 AM-12 PM EST\nRegistration: No registration required.\nCost: Free!\nLocation: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory in Paradise\, Michigan\nMeet in front of the Owl’s Roost  \nThe 8-10 AM Tour (2-hour Tour)\nOn this early morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the hiking trails\, shoreline\, bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost\, and along our boardwalks\, including the Hawk Deck. \nTour Distance: 1-1.5 Miles\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Moderate; sandy beach shoreline\, hiking trails on dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nThe 11 AM-12 PM Tour (1-hour Tour)\nOn this late-morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the boardwalks\, shoreline\, and the bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost. \nTour Distance: Less than 1 mile\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Easy; dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nImportant Tour Tips!\n\nThe WPBO Migratory Bird Walks are open to the public\, for all ages\, come rain or shine!\nDress in Layers: Weather can change quickly at the Point.\nComfortable Footwear: Sturdy\, waterproof hiking boots or shoes are ideal for uneven terrain.\nBring Binoculars: Essential for spotting birds from a distance! A field guide or birding app\, such as Merlin\, is also handy. We also have extra binoculars\, should you need them.\nPack Water and Snacks: Stay hydrated and energized during the tour.\nSun Protection: Bring a hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen.\nInsect Repellent: Keep bugs at bay.\nCamera or Smartphone: Capture the birds and the beautiful scenery!\nRespect Nature: Stay on designated trails with our tour guide and maintain a quiet\, respectful presence.\n\nPlease continue to reference this webpage for the most updated information\, including any changes to the tour dates or times. The event may be cancelled at any time due to unforeseen circumstances. \nTo find out more about what Clay has been seeing lately\, you can read his weekly blog posts at wpbo.org/category/field-notes/field-ornithologist. \nLet’s Go Birding!
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wpbo-migratory-bird-walks-1-hour-tour/2024-11-02/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek Crane Viewing
DESCRIPTION:The Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek invites you to come outside with us and enjoy an evening outdoors. As dusk approaches\, be in the viewing areas on the lake shore and witness thousands of migrating Sandhill Cranes gather and touch down into Big Marsh Lake. \nCome early\, about 4 p.m.\, to roam the color-coded trails in search of other seasonal birds and wildlife. \nWe have a pavilion and restrooms but come prepared for the changing Michigan weather. See you at the Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd.\, Bellevue\, MI 49021. \n\nThis event was submitted to our community calendar page by an outside organizer and is not a Michigan Audubon event. If you have questions\, please reach out to the event organizers or the contact information provided in the event description.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-kiwanis-club-of-battle-creek-crane-viewing/2024-11-02/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd\, Bellevue\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sandhill Crane Viewing
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SUMMARY:WPBO Migratory Bird Walks (2 hours)
DESCRIPTION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory Migratory Bird Walks\nJoin us for WPBO Migratory Bird Walks with Clay Bliznick\, M.S.\, Michigan Audubon’s Field Ornithologist at WPBO! \nSeptember 28 – November 10\, 2024\nEvery Saturday and Sunday Morning\n8-10 AM and 11 AM-12 PM EST\nRegistration: No registration required.\nCost: Free!\nLocation: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory in Paradise\, Michigan\nMeet in front of the Owl’s Roost  \nThe 8-10 AM Tour (2-hour Tour)\nOn this early morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the hiking trails\, shoreline\, bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost\, and along our boardwalks\, including the Hawk Deck. \nTour Distance: 1-1.5 Miles\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Moderate; sandy beach shoreline\, hiking trails on dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nThe 11 AM-12 PM Tour (1-hour Tour)\nOn this late-morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the boardwalks\, shoreline\, and the bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost. \nTour Distance: Less than 1 mile\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Easy; dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nImportant Tour Tips!\n\nThe WPBO Migratory Bird Walks are open to the public\, for all ages\, come rain or shine!\nDress in Layers: Weather can change quickly at the Point.\nComfortable Footwear: Sturdy\, waterproof hiking boots or shoes are ideal for uneven terrain.\nBring Binoculars: Essential for spotting birds from a distance! A field guide or birding app\, such as Merlin\, is also handy. We also have extra binoculars\, should you need them.\nPack Water and Snacks: Stay hydrated and energized during the tour.\nSun Protection: Bring a hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen.\nInsect Repellent: Keep bugs at bay.\nCamera or Smartphone: Capture the birds and the beautiful scenery!\nRespect Nature: Stay on designated trails with our tour guide and maintain a quiet\, respectful presence.\n\nPlease continue to reference this webpage for the most updated information\, including any changes to the tour dates or times. The event may be cancelled at any time due to unforeseen circumstances. \nTo find out more about what Clay has been seeing lately\, you can read his weekly blog posts at wpbo.org/category/field-notes/field-ornithologist. \nLet’s Go Birding!
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wpbo-migratory-bird-walks-2-hour-tour/2024-11-03/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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SUMMARY:WPBO Migratory Bird Walks (1 hour)
DESCRIPTION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory Migratory Bird Walks\nJoin us for WPBO Migratory Bird Walks with Clay Bliznick\, M.S.\, Michigan Audubon’s Field Ornithologist at WPBO! \nSeptember 28 – November 10\, 2024\nEvery Saturday and Sunday Morning\n8-10 AM and 11 AM-12 PM EST\nRegistration: No registration required.\nCost: Free!\nLocation: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory in Paradise\, Michigan\nMeet in front of the Owl’s Roost  \nThe 8-10 AM Tour (2-hour Tour)\nOn this early morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the hiking trails\, shoreline\, bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost\, and along our boardwalks\, including the Hawk Deck. \nTour Distance: 1-1.5 Miles\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Moderate; sandy beach shoreline\, hiking trails on dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nThe 11 AM-12 PM Tour (1-hour Tour)\nOn this late-morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the boardwalks\, shoreline\, and the bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost. \nTour Distance: Less than 1 mile\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Easy; dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nImportant Tour Tips!\n\nThe WPBO Migratory Bird Walks are open to the public\, for all ages\, come rain or shine!\nDress in Layers: Weather can change quickly at the Point.\nComfortable Footwear: Sturdy\, waterproof hiking boots or shoes are ideal for uneven terrain.\nBring Binoculars: Essential for spotting birds from a distance! A field guide or birding app\, such as Merlin\, is also handy. We also have extra binoculars\, should you need them.\nPack Water and Snacks: Stay hydrated and energized during the tour.\nSun Protection: Bring a hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen.\nInsect Repellent: Keep bugs at bay.\nCamera or Smartphone: Capture the birds and the beautiful scenery!\nRespect Nature: Stay on designated trails with our tour guide and maintain a quiet\, respectful presence.\n\nPlease continue to reference this webpage for the most updated information\, including any changes to the tour dates or times. The event may be cancelled at any time due to unforeseen circumstances. \nTo find out more about what Clay has been seeing lately\, you can read his weekly blog posts at wpbo.org/category/field-notes/field-ornithologist. \nLet’s Go Birding!
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wpbo-migratory-bird-walks-1-hour-tour/2024-11-03/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek Crane Viewing
DESCRIPTION:The Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek invites you to come outside with us and enjoy an evening outdoors. As dusk approaches\, be in the viewing areas on the lake shore and witness thousands of migrating Sandhill Cranes gather and touch down into Big Marsh Lake. \nCome early\, about 4 p.m.\, to roam the color-coded trails in search of other seasonal birds and wildlife. \nWe have a pavilion and restrooms but come prepared for the changing Michigan weather. See you at the Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd.\, Bellevue\, MI 49021. \n\nThis event was submitted to our community calendar page by an outside organizer and is not a Michigan Audubon event. If you have questions\, please reach out to the event organizers or the contact information provided in the event description.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-kiwanis-club-of-battle-creek-crane-viewing/2024-11-03/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd\, Bellevue\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sandhill Crane Viewing
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SUMMARY:WPBO Migratory Bird Walks (2 hours)
DESCRIPTION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory Migratory Bird Walks\nJoin us for WPBO Migratory Bird Walks with Clay Bliznick\, M.S.\, Michigan Audubon’s Field Ornithologist at WPBO! \nSeptember 28 – November 10\, 2024\nEvery Saturday and Sunday Morning\n8-10 AM and 11 AM-12 PM EST\nRegistration: No registration required.\nCost: Free!\nLocation: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory in Paradise\, Michigan\nMeet in front of the Owl’s Roost  \nThe 8-10 AM Tour (2-hour Tour)\nOn this early morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the hiking trails\, shoreline\, bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost\, and along our boardwalks\, including the Hawk Deck. \nTour Distance: 1-1.5 Miles\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Moderate; sandy beach shoreline\, hiking trails on dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nThe 11 AM-12 PM Tour (1-hour Tour)\nOn this late-morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the boardwalks\, shoreline\, and the bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost. \nTour Distance: Less than 1 mile\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Easy; dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nImportant Tour Tips!\n\nThe WPBO Migratory Bird Walks are open to the public\, for all ages\, come rain or shine!\nDress in Layers: Weather can change quickly at the Point.\nComfortable Footwear: Sturdy\, waterproof hiking boots or shoes are ideal for uneven terrain.\nBring Binoculars: Essential for spotting birds from a distance! A field guide or birding app\, such as Merlin\, is also handy. We also have extra binoculars\, should you need them.\nPack Water and Snacks: Stay hydrated and energized during the tour.\nSun Protection: Bring a hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen.\nInsect Repellent: Keep bugs at bay.\nCamera or Smartphone: Capture the birds and the beautiful scenery!\nRespect Nature: Stay on designated trails with our tour guide and maintain a quiet\, respectful presence.\n\nPlease continue to reference this webpage for the most updated information\, including any changes to the tour dates or times. The event may be cancelled at any time due to unforeseen circumstances. \nTo find out more about what Clay has been seeing lately\, you can read his weekly blog posts at wpbo.org/category/field-notes/field-ornithologist. \nLet’s Go Birding!
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wpbo-migratory-bird-walks-2-hour-tour/2024-11-09/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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SUMMARY:WPBO Migratory Bird Walks (1 hour)
DESCRIPTION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory Migratory Bird Walks\nJoin us for WPBO Migratory Bird Walks with Clay Bliznick\, M.S.\, Michigan Audubon’s Field Ornithologist at WPBO! \nSeptember 28 – November 10\, 2024\nEvery Saturday and Sunday Morning\n8-10 AM and 11 AM-12 PM EST\nRegistration: No registration required.\nCost: Free!\nLocation: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory in Paradise\, Michigan\nMeet in front of the Owl’s Roost  \nThe 8-10 AM Tour (2-hour Tour)\nOn this early morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the hiking trails\, shoreline\, bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost\, and along our boardwalks\, including the Hawk Deck. \nTour Distance: 1-1.5 Miles\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Moderate; sandy beach shoreline\, hiking trails on dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nThe 11 AM-12 PM Tour (1-hour Tour)\nOn this late-morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the boardwalks\, shoreline\, and the bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost. \nTour Distance: Less than 1 mile\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Easy; dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nImportant Tour Tips!\n\nThe WPBO Migratory Bird Walks are open to the public\, for all ages\, come rain or shine!\nDress in Layers: Weather can change quickly at the Point.\nComfortable Footwear: Sturdy\, waterproof hiking boots or shoes are ideal for uneven terrain.\nBring Binoculars: Essential for spotting birds from a distance! A field guide or birding app\, such as Merlin\, is also handy. We also have extra binoculars\, should you need them.\nPack Water and Snacks: Stay hydrated and energized during the tour.\nSun Protection: Bring a hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen.\nInsect Repellent: Keep bugs at bay.\nCamera or Smartphone: Capture the birds and the beautiful scenery!\nRespect Nature: Stay on designated trails with our tour guide and maintain a quiet\, respectful presence.\n\nPlease continue to reference this webpage for the most updated information\, including any changes to the tour dates or times. The event may be cancelled at any time due to unforeseen circumstances. \nTo find out more about what Clay has been seeing lately\, you can read his weekly blog posts at wpbo.org/category/field-notes/field-ornithologist. \nLet’s Go Birding!
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wpbo-migratory-bird-walks-1-hour-tour/2024-11-09/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek Crane Viewing
DESCRIPTION:The Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek invites you to come outside with us and enjoy an evening outdoors. As dusk approaches\, be in the viewing areas on the lake shore and witness thousands of migrating Sandhill Cranes gather and touch down into Big Marsh Lake. \nCome early\, about 4 p.m.\, to roam the color-coded trails in search of other seasonal birds and wildlife. \nWe have a pavilion and restrooms but come prepared for the changing Michigan weather. See you at the Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd.\, Bellevue\, MI 49021. \n\nThis event was submitted to our community calendar page by an outside organizer and is not a Michigan Audubon event. If you have questions\, please reach out to the event organizers or the contact information provided in the event description.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-kiwanis-club-of-battle-creek-crane-viewing/2024-11-09/
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:20241110T080000
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SUMMARY:WPBO Migratory Bird Walks (2 hours)
DESCRIPTION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory Migratory Bird Walks\nJoin us for WPBO Migratory Bird Walks with Clay Bliznick\, M.S.\, Michigan Audubon’s Field Ornithologist at WPBO! \nSeptember 28 – November 10\, 2024\nEvery Saturday and Sunday Morning\n8-10 AM and 11 AM-12 PM EST\nRegistration: No registration required.\nCost: Free!\nLocation: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory in Paradise\, Michigan\nMeet in front of the Owl’s Roost  \nThe 8-10 AM Tour (2-hour Tour)\nOn this early morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the hiking trails\, shoreline\, bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost\, and along our boardwalks\, including the Hawk Deck. \nTour Distance: 1-1.5 Miles\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Moderate; sandy beach shoreline\, hiking trails on dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nThe 11 AM-12 PM Tour (1-hour Tour)\nOn this late-morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the boardwalks\, shoreline\, and the bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost. \nTour Distance: Less than 1 mile\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Easy; dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nImportant Tour Tips!\n\nThe WPBO Migratory Bird Walks are open to the public\, for all ages\, come rain or shine!\nDress in Layers: Weather can change quickly at the Point.\nComfortable Footwear: Sturdy\, waterproof hiking boots or shoes are ideal for uneven terrain.\nBring Binoculars: Essential for spotting birds from a distance! A field guide or birding app\, such as Merlin\, is also handy. We also have extra binoculars\, should you need them.\nPack Water and Snacks: Stay hydrated and energized during the tour.\nSun Protection: Bring a hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen.\nInsect Repellent: Keep bugs at bay.\nCamera or Smartphone: Capture the birds and the beautiful scenery!\nRespect Nature: Stay on designated trails with our tour guide and maintain a quiet\, respectful presence.\n\nPlease continue to reference this webpage for the most updated information\, including any changes to the tour dates or times. The event may be cancelled at any time due to unforeseen circumstances. \nTo find out more about what Clay has been seeing lately\, you can read his weekly blog posts at wpbo.org/category/field-notes/field-ornithologist. \nLet’s Go Birding!
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wpbo-migratory-bird-walks-2-hour-tour/2024-11-10/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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SUMMARY:WPBO Migratory Bird Walks (1 hour)
DESCRIPTION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory Migratory Bird Walks\nJoin us for WPBO Migratory Bird Walks with Clay Bliznick\, M.S.\, Michigan Audubon’s Field Ornithologist at WPBO! \nSeptember 28 – November 10\, 2024\nEvery Saturday and Sunday Morning\n8-10 AM and 11 AM-12 PM EST\nRegistration: No registration required.\nCost: Free!\nLocation: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory in Paradise\, Michigan\nMeet in front of the Owl’s Roost  \nThe 8-10 AM Tour (2-hour Tour)\nOn this early morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the hiking trails\, shoreline\, bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost\, and along our boardwalks\, including the Hawk Deck. \nTour Distance: 1-1.5 Miles\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Moderate; sandy beach shoreline\, hiking trails on dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nThe 11 AM-12 PM Tour (1-hour Tour)\nOn this late-morning tour\, adventurers and birding enthusiasts will tour the boardwalks\, shoreline\, and the bird feeders by the Owl’s Roost. \nTour Distance: Less than 1 mile\nBirding Level: Any; from non-birders to beginning birders to expert\nTrail and Terrain: Easy; dirt paths and wood-planked boardwalks \nImportant Tour Tips!\n\nThe WPBO Migratory Bird Walks are open to the public\, for all ages\, come rain or shine!\nDress in Layers: Weather can change quickly at the Point.\nComfortable Footwear: Sturdy\, waterproof hiking boots or shoes are ideal for uneven terrain.\nBring Binoculars: Essential for spotting birds from a distance! A field guide or birding app\, such as Merlin\, is also handy. We also have extra binoculars\, should you need them.\nPack Water and Snacks: Stay hydrated and energized during the tour.\nSun Protection: Bring a hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen.\nInsect Repellent: Keep bugs at bay.\nCamera or Smartphone: Capture the birds and the beautiful scenery!\nRespect Nature: Stay on designated trails with our tour guide and maintain a quiet\, respectful presence.\n\nPlease continue to reference this webpage for the most updated information\, including any changes to the tour dates or times. The event may be cancelled at any time due to unforeseen circumstances. \nTo find out more about what Clay has been seeing lately\, you can read his weekly blog posts at wpbo.org/category/field-notes/field-ornithologist. \nLet’s Go Birding!
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wpbo-migratory-bird-walks-1-hour-tour/2024-11-10/
LOCATION:Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd.\, Paradise\, MI\, 49768\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241110T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241110T190000
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek Crane Viewing
DESCRIPTION:The Kiwanis Club of Battle Creek invites you to come outside with us and enjoy an evening outdoors. As dusk approaches\, be in the viewing areas on the lake shore and witness thousands of migrating Sandhill Cranes gather and touch down into Big Marsh Lake. \nCome early\, about 4 p.m.\, to roam the color-coded trails in search of other seasonal birds and wildlife. \nWe have a pavilion and restrooms but come prepared for the changing Michigan weather. See you at the Kiwanis Youth Conservation Area\, 22300 15 Mile Rd.\, Bellevue\, MI 49021. \n\nThis event was submitted to our community calendar page by an outside organizer and is not a Michigan Audubon event. If you have questions\, please reach out to the event organizers or the contact information provided in the event description.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-kiwanis-club-of-battle-creek-crane-viewing/2024-11-10/
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:20241115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241115T120000
DTSTAMP:20240723T151142Z
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SUMMARY:Martha Mott Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Mott Sanctuary 9/12/23. Unit 1 middle of unit looking west. Photo by Chad Machinski \nHello! \nWe are having a Martha Mott Bird Sanctuary Volunteer Workday on Friday\, October 15th\, from 9am to 12pm! We will continue to chip away at Autumn Olive and other woody plants in the prairie. This workday will be Conservation Manager Chad Machinski; he will outline the scope of work for everyone and make sure everyone understands the goals of the day. Please bring your own hand tools for this workday. If you have power tools such as a chainsaw or brush cutter\, along with proper personal protective equipment\, please bring those if you would like. We may not use all power tools brought. \nWe will keep everyone notified of any changes to the workday due to weather. Thank you all for the work that you do! With your help\, Martha Mott will become the savanna it wants to be. \nPlease come dressed and supplied appropriately for working outdoors in the cold\, this includes: gloves\, closed toed shoes\, pants and jacket. The workday will be cancelled if there is inclement weather or poor air quality. \nWe are looking forward to seeing you there! \nMartha Mott Sanctuary is located on 44th Avenue in Mattawan between 24th Street and Woodview Drive. \nMartha Mott Sanctuary comprises 80 acres and is believed to have been Oak Savanna prior to European settlement. Since then\, sections of the property have been grazed and farmed. Michigan Audubon is working towards restoring sections of this sanctuary to Oak Savanna\, characterized by fire and a sparse Oak canopy. \nFor specific questions regarding the workday\, contact Chad Machinski at cmachinski@michiganaudubon.org \nMichigan Audubon connects birds and people for the benefit of both through conservation\, education\, and research efforts in the state of Michigan
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/martha-mott-volunteer-workday-2-21/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241119T200000
DTSTAMP:20240918T153404Z
CREATED:20240918T145721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153404Z
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SUMMARY:OWASHTANONG ISLANDS AUDUBON SOCIETY & MUSKEGON COUNTY NATURE CLUB — The birds of paradise of New Guinea
DESCRIPTION:Description: Doug Klein became enamored of the many Birds of Paradise from reading about them and watching videos of them in their jungle haunts on the island of New Guinea. Tonight\, he will introduce these beautiful birds and the scientists who have studied them to us through professionally made videos. \nSpeaker Bio: Doug Klein has been birding since he was 17 years old. He is a graduate of Michigan State University and was a mechanical engineer during his working life\, but has since retired. He leads the Barry County Bird Club and lives in Hastings\, Michigan. \nThe Owashtanong Islands Audubon Society and Muskegon County Nature Club offer educational and informative lectures and fellowship at meetings held on the third Tuesday of the month\, September through May\, at 6 p.m. at the Loutit District Library (407 Columbus Ave.\, Grand Haven\, MI 49417). \n\nThis event was submitted to our community calendar page by an outside organizer and is not a Michigan Audubon event. If you have questions\, please reach out to the event organizers or the contact information provided in the event description.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/the-birds-of-paradise-of-new-guinea/
LOCATION:Loutit District Library\, 407 Columbus Ave.\, Grand Haven\, MI\, 49417\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241125T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241125T203000
DTSTAMP:20241112T204953Z
CREATED:20241112T204953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T204953Z
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SUMMARY:AUDUBON SOCIETY OF KALAMAZOO — Bird on the Move: Looking to the Past to Secure the Future of the Kirtland's Warbler
DESCRIPTION:On November 25\, Dr. Steve Roels will be presenting on what could be argued is truly a “State Bird” of Michigan\, the Kirtland’s Warbler. The Kirtland’s Warbler is a Great Lakes endemic species that summers and breeds in young jack pine forests\, primarily in Michigan’s Northern Lower Peninsula. It winters in scrub forests in the Bahamas. This species was nearly lost to extinction due to fire suppression in its very limited breeding habitat and nest parasitism by Brown-headed Cowbirds. \nThe removal of the Kirtland’s Warbler from the Federal endangered species list as a result of sustained conservation efforts is a victory for the bird and its champions. Yet threats to the species’ future\, including climate change and human development\, persist. Examining the deep history of Kirtland’s Warbler and its instinctive behaviors offers hope that the bird\, despite its fussy reputation\, can adapt to a changing planet. Unprecedented research projects are revealing how the warbler’s movement ecology has enabled its survival across millennia and what we must do to support the warbler as it navigates the new millennium. \nDr. Steve Roels is a conservation biologist with American Bird Conservancy\, currently serving as the Kirtland’s Warbler Program Director and Conservation Team Coordinator. He earned his MA from the University of Kansas in 2011\, studying population restoration of a rare prairie plant. He earned his PhD from Michigan State University in 2018\, studying bird ecology in tropical forest restorations. He has conducted field research in Michigan\, Kansas\, Texas\, Colorado\, Vietnam\, and Panama. His scientific work has been published in peer-reviewed journals including Avian Conservation and Ecology; Restoration Ecology; and Agriculture\, Ecosystems\, and Environment. \nWe hope you’ll join us on Monday\, November 25\, at People’s Church\, 1758 North 10th Street\, Kalamazoo. Come at 7:00 PM for some refreshments and socializing. Snacks and beverages will be provided. The one-hour program will start at 7:30. Masks are recommended but not required in the church. Handicap parking and access is at either the front or the rear entrance. \nWe will have a simultaneous Zoom link to the meeting for those who can’t make it or feel uncomfortable as yet to attend in person. This link will be available shortly before the meeting on our website (https://kalamazooaudubon.org/calendar/). We will also be recording the meeting for later viewing. \n\nThis event was submitted to our community calendar page by an outside organizer and is not a Michigan Audubon event. If you have questions\, please reach out to the event organizers or the contact information provided in the event description.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/audubon-society-of-kalamazoo-bird-on-the-move-looking-to-the-past-to-secure-the-future-of-the-kirtlands-warbler/
LOCATION:People’s Church\, 1758 North 10th Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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