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SUMMARY:Mi Bird-Friendly Communities Lunch & Learn Webinar Series: Bird-Window Collisions
DESCRIPTION:Window collisions kill up to 1 billion birds a year\, making it the second-largest threat to bird populations in the United States.  Birds collide with glass in both residential and commercial settings\, making this a problem for everyone. The good news is that bird-window collisions are preventable. \nJoin Michigan Audubon guest Gail Walter as she describes the problem and potential solutions to bird-window collisions. Gail has been working toward a bird-friendly Kalamazoo program\, focusing first on collisions on the Western Michigan University campus.  \nWe’ll help you understand the basics of what causes collisions and how to prevent them\, and leave you with next steps on what you can do to help. \nRegister for the Zoom webinar here. \nWe will also be broadcasting the webinar live through our Facebook page and a recording will be made available following the event. \n\nThis event is a part of our Mi Bird-Friendly Communities Lunch & Learn webinar series. Each webinar takes place on the second Tuesday of each month at 12 p.m. and is free.\nWebinar dates and topics: \nJan. 12 | Mi Bird-Friendly Communities Program Overview \nFeb. 9 | Nest Boxes — Maintenance and Monitoring \nMar. 9 | How To Be a Purple Martin Landlord \nApr. 13 | Bird-Window Collisions \nMay 11 | Bird-Friendly Backyards Featuring Native Plants \nJune 8 | Invasive Species — Identification and Removal Techniques \nJuly 13 | Mi Bird-Friendly Communities Program Overview \nAug. 10 | Chimney Swift Conservation Concerns and Monitoring \nSept. 14 | Lights Out and Global Bird Rescue Week \nOct. 12 | Fall Garden Clean-Up \nNov. 9 | Cats and Birds \nDec. 14 | Mi Bird-Friendly Communities — Year in Review \nYou can view past webinars in the Mi Bird-Friendly Communities Lunch & Learn playlist on Michigan Audubon’s YouTube channel.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/mi-bird-friendly-communities-lunch-learn-webinar-series-2021-04-13/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Mi Bird-Friendly Communities,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Workdays at CCBS
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 July\, at Capital City Bird Sanctuary! We will combine fun facts and learning basic stewardship skills by taking care of our local bird sanctuary. This little-known preserve is a great place to spot breeding Eastern Bluebird\, Rose-breasted Grosbeak\, Warbling Vireo\, and Eastern Kingbird in the spring and early summer\, as well as Wild Turkey\, White- and Red-breasted Nuthatches\, and Brown Creeper in the non-breeding season (just to name a few) so you’re sure to see some great birds while you work. \nHelp us protect this urban nature preserve and encourage native habitats by continually maintaining trails and nest boxes while focusing on the removal of invasive garlic mustard and dame’s rocket from April through June followed by eradicating woody invasives such as autumn olive and Japanese barberry in July. \nPlease come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring work gloves\, water\, snacks\, insect repellent\, and sunscreen\, although we will have extras on hand.  \nVolunteers are required to RSVP for workdays to Conservation Program Coordinator Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org. See the update below regarding restrictions on workday participation. \nThis event is weather-dependent. If an event is canceled\, all those who RSVP will receive an email by 5 p.m. the day before.  \nPlease meet at the volunteer parking lot at 6001 Delta River Dr.\, Lansing\, MI 48906.  \nWe hope to see you at the sanctuary! \n\nCOVID-19 update: We will continue to follow all risk-reducing guidelines and policies from the Michigan governor’s office. We are limiting the number of participants allowed at each volunteer event\, and RSVPs will be required. Outdoor social distancing will be practiced\, as well as mask-wearing when social distancing is not possible. Participants are encouraged to bring their work gloves. Sign up for our monthly volunteer email for specifics on upcoming volunteer projects and guidance on what to wear and bring.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/wednesday-workdays-at-ccbs-2/2021-04-14/
LOCATION:Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, 6001 Delta River Drive\, Lansing\, 48906
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210417T090000
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SUMMARY:Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary Workday
DESCRIPTION:Activities for Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary workdays are variable. Please see what we will be focusing on below. \n\nTuesday\, April 6: Nest box monitor training and nest box cleanup \nSaturday\, April 17: Invasives control with herbicide; we will provide all training and oversight for safety and best practices \nSaturday\, May 1: Install new picnic table and benches\, and spread mulch for expanded pollinator garden \nWednesday\, May 5: Install nature play area and Little Free Library \nWednesday\, May 12: Native garden planting\nSaturday\, May 15: Invasives control with herbicide; we will provide all training and oversight for safety and best practices\nCANCELED — Wednesday\, May 19: Seasonal bird survey monitor training/refresher \nWednesday\, June 2: Garlic mustard and dame’s rocket pulling\nSaturday\, June 12: Install fencing around native wildflower planting to protect from deer browsing\n\nPlease come prepared for outdoor work; wear long pants\, long sleeves\, close-toed shoes\, and a hat. Bring work gloves\, water\, snacks\, insect repellent\, and sunscreen\, although we will have extras on hand. \nVolunteers are required to RSVP for workdays to Conservation Program Coordinator Linnea Rowse at lrowse@michiganaudubon.org. See the update below regarding restrictions on workday participation. \nThis event is weather-dependent. If an event is canceled\, all those who RSVP will receive an email by 5 p.m. the day before. \nOtis Farm Bird Sanctuary is located at 3560 Havens Rd.\, Hastings\, MI 49058 \nWe hope to see you at the sanctuary! \n\nCOVID-19 update: We will continue to follow all risk-reducing guidelines and policies from the Michigan governor’s office. We are limiting the number of participants allowed at each volunteer event\, and RSVPs will be required. Outdoor social distancing will be practiced\, as well as mask-wearing when social distancing is not possible. Participants are encouraged to bring their work gloves. Sign up for our monthly volunteer email for specifics on upcoming volunteer projects and guidance on what to wear and bring.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/otis-farm-bird-sanctuary-workday/2021-04-17/
LOCATION:Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, 3560 Havens Road\, Hastings\, MI\, 49058
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SUMMARY:Michigan Young Birders Network: Virtual Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Hey\, Michigan Young Birders Network! Join Mike Bishop for weekly virtual bird banding from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. These sessions offer an up-close look at species with an emphasis on identifying and exploring bird topography and feather wear. \nBird banding is weather dependent and may be canceled at any time. \nThe MYBN aims to connect young birders (13–18 years old) and offer a space for them to share their enthusiasm for the avian world. For more information about bird banding viewing\, join MYBN or contact Education Coordinator Lindsay Cain at lcain@michiganaudubon.org. \nTo join the virtual bird banding presentation\, click the link below and enter the passcode. \nhttps://zoom.us/j/94643290865?pwd=SmY4SG9HTWxnZ3EyQUFDcDE0ZHE3dz09  \nMeeting ID: 946 4329 0865 \nPasscode: Chickadee
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/michigan-young-birders-network-virtual-bird-banding/2021-04-17/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Michigan Young Birders Network
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