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SUMMARY:CANCELED: Barry County Birding Tour
DESCRIPTION:Out of an abundance of caution and to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, this tour has been canceled. \nTour Dates: May 9–10\, 2020 \nAre you looking to check Henslow’s Sparrow or Cerulean Warbler off your list? Interested in seeing migratory warblers? Then join Michigan Audubon and Josh Haas\, our birding guide and experienced avian photographer\, on a tour of Barry County’s birding hotspots. \nThe trip is limited to 14 participants and we anticipate it filling quickly. The fee for the trip is $100 for Michigan Audubon members and $125 for non-members. Please note that the trip fee does not include meals or lodging. \nThis trip is rated MODERATE. Travel to sites is done by carpool caravan\, but there will be a significant amount of walking at some sites. Terrain ranges from flat to hilly and mud may be a factor. Participants should be able to withstand a variety of weather possibilities including rain\, wind\, and sun. \n\nNo membership or renewal fees are included with event tickets. If you would like to join Michigan Audubon and register for this event as a member\, please click here. Once you’ve purchased your membership\, you may register for this event as a member.  \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. \n 
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/barry-county-birding-tour/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Birding Tour
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SUMMARY:CANCELED — Tuesday Treks: Corey Marsh Ecological Research Center
DESCRIPTION:Out of an abundance of caution and to prevent the spread of COVID-19\, these treks have been canceled. \nJoin Michigan Audubon for a series of free\, guided bird walks at locations throughout the Greater Lansing area this spring! Conservation Program Coordinator Linnea Rowse will lead walks to seek out migratory birds in a variety of habitats. Please note that these treks are limited to eight participants and registration will be required. See below for more information. \nBring your binoculars (some will be available to borrow) and wear weather-appropriate clothing and footwear. We will walk on both paved and unpaved (grass/packed dirt) trails — see each specific description. Walks are suitable for all ages and any level of birding experience — beginners and experts welcome! This is the perfect time of year to enjoy birds in their beautiful spring breeding plumage\, especially before canopy trees are fully leafed out. These walks will be canceled in the event of heavy rains or thunderstorms. \nLocations:  \nApril 21 | 8 – 10 a.m. | Capital City Bird Sanctuary. We will walk on unpaved (mowed grass) trails and seek out early spring migrants. Meet at the Michigan Audubon gated entrance\, less than 0.1 mile east of the Hawk Meadow Park parking lot. The gate will be open. Location/Directions: 6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906; approximate GPS coordinates: 42.765116\, -84.635263.  \nApril 28 | 8 – 10 a.m. | Hunters Orchard Park. We will walk on both paved and unpaved trails. Hunters Orchard Park abuts the Grand River\, with floodplain and woodland habitat. Access to this park is from Old River Trail\, just west of Webster Road and Delta Mills Park. Location: 7242 Old River Trail\, Lansing\, MI 48917; approximate GPS coordinates: 42.759679\, -84.655258. \nMay 5 | 8 – 10 a.m. | Legg Park. Part of the 103-acre Meridian Riverfront Park\, Legg Park has excellent opportunities for birding\, with trails following the edge of the Red Cedar River. Many bird species use the woodland habitat as a stopover during their spring migration\, including several warbler\, oriole\, grosbeak\, and thrush species. Meet in the Legg Park parking lot. We will walk on unpaved (packed dirt) trails. Preview the Legg Park trail map here: http://www.meridian.mi.us/Home/ShowDocument?id=5422 Location: 3900 Van Atta Road\, Okemos\, MI 48864; approximate GPS coordinates: 42.693889\, -84.385294. \nMay 12 | 8 – 10 a.m. | Corey Marsh Ecological Research Center. We will walk on unpaved trails (grass trails) encircling a wetland area. For more specific driving directions and to learn more about CMERC\, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/cmerc/. Location: 9422 Herbison Rd\, Laingsburg\, MI 48848; follow signs for parking off the road east of the gate. Approximate GPS coordinates: 42.827919\, -84.377404.  \n\n Important Changes to Tuesday Treks in Response to COVID-19\nOut of an abundance of caution and to help prevent the spread of COVID-19\, we will be limiting Tuesday Treks to eight participants. Although the treks remain free of charge\, you must register to participate. Registration will open for each trek the Friday before that specific event. If we have more than eight participants show up for any trek\, those who have not registered may be asked to leave. For the safety of all participants\, attendees must follow the wellness guidelines (provided below) at all times. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate these times together. \nWELLNESS GUIDELINES \n\nPlease stay home if you are not feeling well.\nCough or sneeze into your elbow or tissue and wash your hands immediately afterward.\nWash your hands frequently and thoroughly for a minimum of 20 seconds with soap and water. If no soap is available\, use a hand sanitizer of at least 60% alcohol content.\nAvoid touching your face with unwashed hands.\nPractice social distancing\, maintaining a distance of at least six feet from your fellow birders.\n\nMichigan Audubon will continue to follow and adhere to recommendations issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Any additional changes to our programs and activities will be posted on our website\, www.michiganaudubon.org. General inquiries may be directed to Michigan Audubon at birds@michiganaudubon.org.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/tuesday-treks-potter-park-2020-05-12/
LOCATION:Corey Marsh Ecological Research Center\, 9422 Herbison Rd.\, Laingsburg\, Michigan\, 48848
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Michigan Audubon
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SUMMARY:CANCELED — COMMUNITY: Tawas Point Migration 2020
DESCRIPTION:In response to COVID-19\, this event has been canceled. \nA Birding Adventure from AuSable Valley Audubon: The 15th Spring birding event at Tawas Point in Iosco County \nTawas Point on the shore of Lake Huron is a natural birding hotspot in the Spring as migrating birds follow the shoreline to their summer nesting habitats. Songbirds\, shorebirds\, and raptors all may be seen at this location and throughout Iosco County at forest\, wetland\, and lake sites during May. \nSince 2006\, AuSable Valley Audubon\, a chapter of Michigan Audubon\, has hosted an event to both educate and celebrate with local government\, businesses\, and interested nature enthusiasts the impact and importance of bird migration in this area. The program has attracted growing participation from throughout Michigan and a broader\, even international\, area. \nThe Tawas Point Migration 2020 program offers a combination of high-quality guided birding opportunities for small groups coupled with indoor educational sessions designed for birders of all ages. \n\nField trips include trails at Tawas Point State Park and car-pool/bus destinations in Iosco County. Participants can expect to see Whip-poor-wills\, Red-headed Woodpeckers\, Trumpeter Swans\, migrating warblers\, and our featured Scarlet Tanagers. Some field trips focus on the unique Kirtland’s Warbler habitat.\n\n\nThe educational program includes hands-on nature activities for kids as well as two new hour-long live birds of prey shows. Other sessions include Monarch Butterfly raising\, Trumpeter Swans\, and Eagle Research.\nFood Service offers a Welcome Birders Dinner on Thursday\, May 14\, dining options among Migration sponsors\, and a buffet dinner on Saturday evening.\n\nNote: Rising Lake Huron water levels have affected Tawas Point State Park.  You might need boots if you plan to walk along the shore or the Two-Track Trail to the tip of the Point. \nPlease visit the web pages provided\, which are designed to walk you through the details and locations of the Tawas Point Migration 2020 event and registration. The May 15 Friday evening program is free and open to the public. The registration fee is $25 per adult for all activities May 14 -16. Additional fees are listed for field trips/transportation. Adults age 18 and older attending only the educational program on May 16 may register at the door for $5. Birders under age 17 participate for free when accompanied by a paying adult. You may register online for the full event on this web page. Registration fees are kept low through the generous support of local sponsors. \nLinks to the Migration 2020 pages: \nField Trips with Guides\nPresentations\nLogistics and Maps\nRegistration\nPast Sponsors
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-tawas-point-migration-2020/
LOCATION:Tawas Point State Park\, East Tawas\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding Tour,Chapter Event,Educational Event
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SUMMARY:CANCELED: Tawas Beginning Birder Tour
DESCRIPTION:This event has been canceled in response to COVID-19. \nTour Dates: May 16–17\, 2020 \nAre you interested in learning the basics of birding and bird identification in an action-packed weekend at a premier birding spot? Then join birding guides Darrell Lawson and Michigan Audubon’s Conservation Program Coordinator Linnea Rowse on a beginning birder tour in Iosco County. This adventure will travel by caravan around the Tawas area to see the vibrant array of warblers during peak spring migration. Enjoy the many wonders the area has to offer while learning birding skills. \nThe Tawas Beginning Birding Tour is limited to 14 participants and we anticipate it filling quickly. The fee for the trip is $115 for Michigan Audubon members and $140 for non-members. Please note that the trip fee does not include lodging or meals except for Saturday’s dinner. \nThis trip is rated MODERATE. Travel is by car caravan with foot travel at a variety of sites. Some sites are paved\, others are grass or gravel paths. Terrain ranges from flat to hilly and mud may be a factor. Participants should be able to withstand a variety of weather possibilities including rain\, wind\, and sun. \nRegistration opens February 28\, 2020. \n\nNo membership or renewal fees are included with event tickets. If you would like to join Michigan Audubon and register for this event as a member\, please click here. Once you’ve purchased your membership\, you may register for this event as a member.  \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. \n 
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/tawas-beginning-birder-tour/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Birding Tour
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