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SUMMARY:Summer Sanctuary Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:Help us learn more about the flora\, fauna and feathered friends at Michigan Audubon Sanctuaries this summer. \nPlan a visit to one of our sanctuaries between June 1 and August 31 and record your sightings in eBird and iNaturalist. Together we can help identify and report all the amazing plants and wildlife found during the summer months. Your observations help contribute to the growing biodiversity database from Michigan Audubon sanctuaries across the state! \nThe person with the most records submitted will win a special Michigan Audubon Swag Package! Prize includes a stainless-steel water bottle\, hat\, stickers\, ‘Bringing Nature Home’ by Doug Tallamy\, and a beautiful Kirtland’s Warbler art print! \nAll participants will be entered in a drawing to win a special selection of nature guides and birding books! \nTo join the project\, fill out our form and join the project in iNaturalist! Please email ktaylor@michiganaudubon.org with any questions or to view the event flyer\, click here. \nhttps://www.inaturalist.org/projects/michigan-audubon-2026-summer-bioblitz \nSanctuary details can be found at – \nwww.michiganaudubon.org/conservation/bird-sanctuaries/ \nJoin us at a Sanctuary Bioblitz Exploration Day! \nOur bioblitz lasts all summer long\, but we would love for you to join us for a special day of exploration and discovery with Michigan Audubon staff! \nEach Bioblitz Exploration Day will begin at 9am or 1pm with a brief overview\, observation instructions\, and a short walk to get you started. \nStay for a few hours\, or enjoy the sanctuary for as long as you would like. \nSunday\, June 14\, 9am – 12pm            Lake Bailey Sanctuary\, Keweenaw Co \nSunday\, June 14\, 1 – 4pm                       Brockway Mountain Sanctuary\, Keweenaw Co \nTuesday\, June 16\, 9am – 12pm          Riverbank Sanctuary\, Manistique \nWednesday\, July 22\, 9am – 12pm    Bernard W. Baker Sanctuary\, Bellevue \nThursday\, July 23\, 9am – 12pm          Capital City Bird Sanctuary\, Lansing \nSunday\, August 9\, 9am – 1pm             Lake Bluff Bird Sanctuary\, Manistee \nTuesday\, August 11\, 9am – 12pm     Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, Hastings \nTuesday\, August 11\, 1 – 4pm               Ronald H. Warner Sanctuary\, Hastings \nThursday\, August 20\, 9am – 12pm   Phyllis Haehnle Memorial Sanctuary\, Jackson \nThursday\, August 20\, 1 – 4pm             Kate Palmer Wildlife Sanctuary\, Jackson \nFriday\, August 21\, 9am – 12pm          Martha Mott Sanctuary\, Mattawan \nTBA                                                                      Voorhees Sanctuary\, Albion \nPlease download the iNaturalist app and login prior to your visit. \nIn the event of inclement weather\, exploration days will be rescheduled. Dress for the weather and protect yourself from mosquitos and ticks. Please check our Facebook page for updates. \nQuestions? Email ktaylor@michiganaudubon.org
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/summer-sanctuary-bioblitz/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260608T200021Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Michigan Clean Water Corps: Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Detection Blitz
DESCRIPTION:MiCorps Aquatic Invasive Species Detection Blitz\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe MiCorps AIS Detection Blitz is a statewide community science event aimed at identifying and documenting aquatic invasive species such as zebra mussels\, Eurasian watermilfoil\, or anything else you suspect may be invasive in Michigan’s lakes\, rivers\, and wetlands. Organized by the Michigan Clean Water Corps (MiCorps)\, this Blitz welcomes volunteers of all backgrounds\, whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or a first-time observer. Between June 29 and July 12\, 2026\, simply snap photos of potential invasive species and upload them to the MiCorps project on the free iNaturalist app. By working together in this coordinated effort\, we can track the spread of AIS\, strengthen early detection strategies\, and inform better management decisions. Whether you’re on the water for the July 4th holiday or just enjoying a local spot\, every observation counts! \nParticipants do not need to be experts in aquatic invasive species to take part. Birders can help by documenting mute swans\, and they are also welcome to upload photos of any suspected aquatic invasive plants or animals they notice near the water. If you are not sure what something is\, you can upload the observation anyway\, and the iNaturalist community can help with identification. Once you join the project on iNaturalist\, anything uploaded during the event window is automatically added to a statewide AIS map.\n\nThis is a simple way for people already observing Michigan’s waters and wetlands to contribute to a larger community science effort.\n\nThe easiest way to get started is to download the free iNaturalist app\, search “2026 MiCorps AIS Detection Blitz\,” and join the project.\n\niNaturalist project link:\nhttps://www.inaturalist.org/projects/2026-micorps-ais-detection-blitz-849bdc20-614a-42dd-ae4b-ee418e0e2df4\n\n\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-michigan-clean-water-corps-aquatic-invasive-species-ais-detection-blitz/
CATEGORIES:Birding,Community Science Event,Volunteering Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260714T110000
DTSTAMP:20260320T131129Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Audubon Society of Kalamazoo - Kal Haven Trail Walks
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays in April & May – 9:00 AM \nKal Haven Trail\, Kalamazoo \nContinuing the years’ long tradition of Tuesday morning trail walks\, our weekly Kal-Haven Trail walks will be on Tuesdays at 9:00 AM in April and May\, starting April 7. We will meet and start at the trailhead on North 10th Street between G and H Avenues. A few of us walk 2.5 miles to the usually very birdy marsh at 8th Street and then back for a total of 5 miles\, but anyone can cut that short and turn around at any time. There will not be a “leader\,” although someone will be keeping a species list. \nFeel free to arrange your own spotting or shuttling of cars. The Kal-Haven Trail walks are handicap accessible. \nIf you would like to be in an email group to be notified of the latest status of the walks or to discuss weather conditions\, please send an email to Donna Keller at askpresident@kalamazooaudubon.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-audubon-society-of-kalamazoo-kal-haven-trail-walks/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:Kal-Haven Trail\, Kalamazoo\, MI
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Audubon Society of Kalamazoo":MAILTO:gebhard.ilse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260716T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260716T100000
DTSTAMP:20260902T130550Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon - Weekly Hike at Millennium Park
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Hike at Millennium Park \nThursdays\, 8:00  – 10:00 AM \nMeet at the end of the dead-end section of Veterans Memorial Drive \n3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534 \nHike Millennium Park to see what’s hanging around! \nThe walk meets at the cul de sac of Veterans Memorial Drive about .5 miles east of Maynard SW. It is a 3-4 mile flat walk through a variety of habitats. The walk begins at 8 a.m. May through September and 9:00 a.m. October through April. We do not have a set time limit and walks may last from 2-4 hours depending on what birds are seen as well as the weather. \nThe walk occurs under most weather conditions year round except for major holidays that fall on Thursdays. There are options for shorter routes if you prefer. \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-grand-rapids-audubon-weekly-hike-at-millennium-park/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260716T110000
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon - Weekly Hike at Millennium Park
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Hike at Millennium Park \nThursdays\, 9:00  – 11:00 AM \nMeet at the end of the dead-end section of Veterans Memorial Drive \n3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534 \nHike Millennium Park to see what’s hanging around! \nThe walk meets at the cul de sac of Veterans Memorial Drive about .5 miles east of Maynard SW. It is a 3-4 mile flat walk through a variety of habitats. The walk begins at 8 a.m. May through September and 9:00 a.m. October through April. We do not have a set time limit and walks may last from 2-4 hours depending on what birds are seen as well as the weather. \nThe walk occurs under most weather conditions year round except for major holidays that fall on Thursdays. There are options for shorter routes if you prefer. \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-grand-rapids-audubon-weeklyhike/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T134531Z
CREATED:20260403T121142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T134531Z
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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 9:00 am to 12:00 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-3/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Phyllis Haehnle Memorial Sanctuary\, Grass Lake\, MI\, 49240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sanctuary Event,Volunteering Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Jerant":MAILTO:sjerant@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260718T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260718T220000
DTSTAMP:20260706T132929Z
CREATED:20260706T131550Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Michigan Loon Preservation Loon Count
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, July 18\, the Michigan Loon Preservation Association will conduct its First Michigan Loon Count. \nThis effort will create an important statewide snapshot of Michigan’s loon population. The information you collect will help us better understand population trends\, identify conservation priorities\, and strengthen our efforts to protect loons and the lakes they call home. \nParticipating is simple: \n\nRegister at link below. On the day of the event you will get a text or email with a link to file your report.\n\nRegister Michigan Loon Count \n\nOn July 18\, count and record the number of loons observed on your lake.\nSubmit your observations through our reporting system.\n\nEvery loon lake matters. Thank you for your help!  \nWhether your lake has one loon pair\, several families\, or no loons at all\, your observations provide valuable information. \nConservation decisions are only as good as the data behind them\, and citizen scientists like you make that work possible. \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-michigan-loon-preservation-loon-count/
CATEGORIES:Birding,Community Science Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260718T204500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260718T223000
DTSTAMP:20260718T152028Z
CREATED:20260629T190125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T152028Z
UID:10010625-1784407500-1784413800@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Bioblitz Exploration Days - Firefly Night at Haehnle Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Discover Michigan Fireflies at Haehnle!\n\nSaturday\, July 18th\, Haehnle Sanctuary\, 8:45-10:30pm\n\nJoin Katie Hietala-Henschell\, Endangered Species Conservation Biologist for the Xerces Society to explore the beautiful nighttime display of fireflies and learn about firefly biology\, how these amazing creatures are studied and the different species that can be spotted in Michigan.\n\nWe will meet in the parking area at the Phyllis Haehnle Memorial Sanctuary at 9011 Seymour Rd.\, Grass Lake\, MI.\n\nPlease wear layers\, protect yourself from mosquitoes\, and bring a headlamp or flashlight with a red light setting.\nThis event will be cancelled if it rains.\n\nThe Air Quality has improved and we will be holding this event as scheduled. \n\n\nPhoto by Richard Joyce/Xerces Society
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/bioblitz-exploration-days-firefly-night-at-haehnle-sanctuary/
CATEGORIES:Community Science Event,Educational Event,Michigan Audubon,Presentation,Sanctuary Event
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