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SUMMARY:Winter Birding in the Eastern U.P. Tour
DESCRIPTION:Are you eager to catch sight of winter finches? Dreaming of spotting Snowy Owls in their element? This winter\, immerse yourself in the magic of Michigan’s Eastern Upper Peninsula with Michigan Audubon’s Winter Birding Tour. \nThis two-day birding adventure takes you on a scenic journey through Sault Ste. Marie\, Chippewa\, and Mackinac counties. Led by experienced guides\, you’ll travel in a car caravan through diverse winter habitats\, where the beauty of the season sets the stage for unforgettable birding moments. \nThe fees for the U.P. birding tour are $175 for Michigan Audubon members and $200 for non-members. Please note that the trip fee does not include meals or lodging. More trip details will be provided to participants upon registration\, and spots are limited. \nThis tour is designed for birders of all levels and rated EASY. You’ll spend most of the time in a car caravan\, with light walking on snow-covered\, gravel\, or paved roads. Be prepared to brave the cold with short stints of walking and wildlife viewing while experiencing wintry elements. \nTwo dates are available for this tour: January 17-18 & February 7-8\, 2026 \nRegistration opens on October 24\, 2025\, at 9 a.m. Links will go live at that time. \nClick here to join the waitlist for the January Tour. \nClick here to join the waitlist for the February Tour. \nIf you have questions regarding this tour\, please email events@michiganaudubon.org. \n\nRefund Policy: If you must cancel your participation in a Michigan Audubon 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 two weeks before the tour\, a 50% refund will apply. Cancellations occurring less than two 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 \nFor questions about travel and tour cancellation policies\, email events@michiganaudubon.org.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/winter-birding-in-the-eastern-u-p-tour-7/
LOCATION:Sault Ste. Marie\, Michigan\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding Tour,Michigan Audubon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260210T090000
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Jackson Audubon - Ella Sharp Park Tour
DESCRIPTION:Program: Ella Sharp Park Tour \nElla Sharp Park\, 3225 4th St.\, Jackson\, MI 49203\nDate: Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026 9:00 AM EST \nElla Sharp Park Tour \nJoin us for a winter tour of Ella Sharp Park.  This jewel in the middle of Jackson has recorded over 100 species in eBird.  Our walk will be led by Don Henise in search of some winter birds amongst the different sections of the park. \nMeet at the Ella Sharp Museum Parking lot at 9:00 AM. \nWeather cancellation Policy: JAS programs and activities will be cancelled if Jackson Schools close. \n\nThis event was submitted to our community calendar page by an outside organizer and is not a Michigan Audubon event. If you have questions\, please reach out to the event organizers or the contact information provided in the event description.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-jackson-audubon-ella-sharp-park-tour/
LOCATION:Ella Sharp Park\, 3225 4th St\, Jackson\, MI\, 49203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260209T172932Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Jackson Audubon Meeting - Birding in Colombia
DESCRIPTION:PROGRAM: Birding in Colombia & JAS Member Meeting \nElla Sharp Museum 3225 S Fourth St.\, Jackson\, MI \nDate: Tuesday\, February 10\, 2026 6:30 PM EST \nJoin us for “Birding in Colombia” with Allen Chartier\, Director for the Great Lakes HummerNet\, a hummingbird research project.  Allen will share photos of his trip to the Andes of Central Colombia\, focusing on Hummingbirds\, Antpittas\, Tanagers\, endemics and the habitats\, plants\, mammals\, and butterflies of that area.  Allen will answer all your questions about hummers. \nMeetings will begin with a social time at 6:30 PM then the member meeting followed by the program starting at 7:00 PM. \nBring recyclables (magazines\, feeders\, etc.) to the program. \nWeather cancellation Policy:  JAS programs and activities will be cancelled if Jackson Schools close. \nMore information: PROGRAM: Birding in Colombia & JAS Member Meeting \n  \n\nThis event was submitted to our community calendar page by an outside organizer and is not a Michigan Audubon event. If you have questions\, please reach out to the event organizers or the contact information provided in the event description.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-jackson-audubon-meeting-birding-in-colombia/
LOCATION:Ella Sharp Museum\, 3225 S Fourth St.\, Jackson\, MI\, 49203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260210T203000
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Holland Audubon Club - Central California Adventures
DESCRIPTION:Program: Central California Adventures by Ken Cook \nHolland Audubon Club Meeting \n7:00pm at Hope church\, 77 W 11th St\, Holland\, MI \nLocated halfway between LA and San Francisco\, the cozy town of Santa Ynez is nestled in California’s fertile Central Valley\, home to many unique species of not only birds\, but many other creatures that enjoy this hospitable environment. Ken Cook will lead a program of travel and birding as he takes the Holland Audubon Club to this peacefully beautiful\, picturesque town\, as well as the surrounding terrain of rolling hills and farmland\, sparsely populated and arid. As a result\, a number of birds and wildlife find comfort in settling in this habitat. Join us as Ken shares some of his great opportunities resulting in amazing images of various aspects of this intriguing area and wildlife. \nA Holland native and graduate of Hope College\, Cook has honed his 30-plus year photography passion to specialize in landscapes\, nature and wildlife. He has traveled to many countries to pursue his passion but currently is focused on our winged friends within North America. a charter member of the North America Nature Photography Association\, as well as a member of the Holland Friends of Art\, Holland Area Arts Council and the Tulip City Camera Club. You can view his work and/or contact him at www.kencookphotography.com. \n  \n\nThis event was submitted to our community calendar page by an outside organizer and is not a Michigan Audubon event. If you have questions\, please reach out to the event organizers or the contact information provided in the event description.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-holland-audubon-club-central-california-adventures/
LOCATION:Hope Church\, 77 W 11th St\,\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Chapter Event,Presentation
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Great Backyard Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Great Backyard Bird Count – February 13-16 \nSpend time in your favorite places watching birds—then tell us about them! In as little as 15 minutes notice the birds around you. Identify them\, count them\, and submit your counts to help scientists better understand and protect birds around the world. If you already use eBird or Merlin\, your submissions over the 4 days count toward GBBC. \nInformation for this event is available at https://www.birdcount.org/ \n\nThis event was submitted to our community calendar page by an outside organizer and is not a Michigan Audubon event. If you have questions\, please reach out to the event organizers or the contact information provided in the event description.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-great-backyard-bird-count/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Birding,Citizen Science Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260218T190000
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Big Rapids Festival of the Arts WPBO Presentation by Max Henschell
DESCRIPTION:COMMUNITY: Big Rapids Festival of the Arts Bird Week \nPresentation: Work at the Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\npresented by Michigan Audubon Director of Research Max Henschell \nWednesday\, February 18 at 6:00pm \nArtworks\, 106 N. Michigan Avenue \nOriginally from Michigan\, Max Henschell’s love for birds began with a Magnolia Warbler on Isle Royale. Since then\, he has counted waterbirds at Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, marshbirds at Seney National Wildlife Refuge\, and hawks at Brockway Mountain. He received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Applied Ecology from Michigan Technological University and his Ph.D in Wildlife Ecology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Max has studied grassland and forest bird ecology in Wisconsin as well as worked with large datasets\, including eBird\, GBIF\, and PRISM climate data\, to predict changes in avian communities across the continental United States due to climate change. His research interests are in migration ecology\, habitat use\, and the effects of anthropogenic activity on bird communities. When he’s not at work\, he spends as much time as possible outdoors with his young family. \nJoin Max as he relates important work that happens at the Whitefish Point Bird Observatory\, including highlights from 2025\, historical\ntrends\, and future projects. \n  \n\nThis event was submitted to our community calendar page by an outside organizer and is not a Michigan Audubon event. If you have questions\, please reach out to the event organizers or the contact information provided in the event description.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-big-rapids-festival-of-the-arts-wpbo-presentation-by-max-henschell/
LOCATION:Artworks\, 106 N. Michigan Avenue\, Big Rapids\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Event,Festival,Michigan Audubon,Presentation,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260120T161115Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: MSU Science on Tap - Evolution of Bird Migration & Its Future on our Changing Planet
DESCRIPTION:Program: MSU Science on Tap – The Evolution of Bird Migration and Its Future on our Changing Planet \nWednesday\, February 18th\, 7:00pm \nBrewery Becker\, 500 W Main St.\, Brighton\, MI \nProfessor Benjamin Winger of the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Michigan will present “The Evolution of Bird Migration and Its Future on our Changing Planet.” Come join us as we discuss how migration patterns of birds have evolved over time and how changes in the Earth’s climate are affecting migratory species. This event will occur on the second floor of the Brewery\, and a cash bar will be available. \nBrighton Science on Tap is for anyone with an interest in science and a curious mind who wants to expand their knowledge and spark engaging conversations over a pint. With these conversations on current topics of interest\, we aim to create a fun and informal space to explore all things science. All levels of knowledge are welcome\, from beginners to experts. Science on Tap events are held on the second floor of Brewery Becker\, 500 W Main Street\, Brighton Michigan. The second-floor cash bar will be open for our events. Let’s foster a community of learning and curiosity in a fun and relaxed setting. Cheers to science! \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-msu-science-on-tap-evolution-of-bird-migration-its-future-on-our-changing-planet/
LOCATION:Brewery Becker\, 500 W Main St\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Educational Event,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260105T150543Z
CREATED:20260105T150543Z
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SUMMARY:Haehnle Memorial Sanctuary Thursday Workday
DESCRIPTION:Monthly workdays continue in support of habitat restoration and general maintenance. These are scheduled for the 3rd Thursday of each month. Chad Machinski from Michigan Audubon and Steve Jerant from Jackson Audubon will lead the work. Volunteers can assist from 1:00 to 4 PM. Tools and materials are provided. Wear sturdy work boots. \nRegistration is required so we are able to plan work type and location in the sanctuary. \nTo register\, email jacksonaudubon@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/haehnle-memorial-sanctuary-thursday-workday/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Phyllis Haehnle Memorial Sanctuary\, Grass Lake\, MI\, 49240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260216T144207Z
CREATED:20260202T133139Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Audubon Society of Kalamazoo - Birds & Climate Change: An Update on Progress
DESCRIPTION:Program: Birds & Climate Change: An Update on Progress \nAudubon Society of Kalamazoo \nMonday\, February 23\, 2026\, 6:30pm \nPeople’s Church\, 1758 10th Street N\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49009\nThe Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change warns that humanity has only four years to cut global greenhouse gas emissions nearly in half\, and the consequences of failure are dire – for us and for the natural world. Birds are already feeling the heat\, and examples will be shared. Anyone who’s done a Christmas Bird Count or submitted to eBird has helped document climate-related changes in bird distribution\, migration\, and nesting. Climate initiatives from Audubon include National’s award-winning climate action guide and webpage\, and many local chapter efforts. Good news is that quite a few proven climate solutions are available\, already having an impact. But they need to be implemented\, and everyone can help with that. We can make a difference for ourselves\, the birds we love\, and our irreplaceable living planet. \nOur speaker and ASK Board member\, Dr. Susan Schneider\, has served on the boards of four Audubon chapters and been president of two. Her years of experience in climate change work include outreach\, community projects\, organizing\, academic and nonacademic publications\, and extensive public speaking. As Senior Scientist for the sustainability nonprofit Root Solutions\, Schneider helped design projects\, and coauthored two chapters in the organization’s guidebook\, Making Shift Happen: Designing for Successful Environmental Behavior Change. Recent outreach includes a podcast for the Union of Concerned Scientists and a monthly “green psychology” blog. Schneider’s award-winning book for the public\, The Science of Consequences\, covers basic learning principles and their broad range of applications\, including sustainability. Schneider is on the faculty at Western Michigan University and serves on its Climate Change Working Group. She also serves on the Tools of Change Landmark Peer Review Panel for Climate Change\, a psychology for sustainability board\, and the board of the nonprofit Green Driving America.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-audubon-society-of-kalamazoo-birds-climate-change-an-update-on-progress/
LOCATION:People’s Church\, 1758 North 10th St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49009
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
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