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FAQs Archive - Michigan Audubon

Q: St. Clair - Macomb Birding Trail

St. Clair and Macomb counties are home to a wide variety of resident and migrating birds thanks to a diverse habitat and access to large lakes, rivers and streams. The area also sits below multiple migratory routes, the Atlantic and the Mississippi flyways, providing birders with chances to observe different birds at different times of the year. St. Clair - Macomb Birding Trail Website

Q: Shore to Shore Birding Trail

Nestled within the shores of three Great Lakes the Shore to Shore Birding Trail features unique habitats and birds of Michigan’s Eastern Upper Peninsula. From the mighty Lake Superior shoreline to the calmer waters of Lake Michigan, the Shore to Shore Birding Trail boasts some of Michigan’s premier birding destinations and will delight both beginner and experienced birders alike. Experience the thrill of migration from the St. Ignace shoreline, or from the dunes and pebbled beaches at Whitefish Point in Paradise. Catch glimpses of different kinds of owl as you move from open land to diverse forested habitats or attempt to see three different species of grouse on the same day. Whether you visit the Shore to Shore Birding Trail to cross off another life bird from your list, or come to enjoy the unique species found in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, there is no doubt that you will experience the awe-inspiring wonder of the region and enjoy local hospitality and culture as you navigate over 400 miles of natural features and wild spaces that are featured along this route through Chippewa, Mackinac, Luce and Schoolcraft counties. Shore to Shore Birding Trail Website

Q: Blue Water Birding Trail

Part of the St. Clair - Macomb Birding Trail, Port Huron and the Blue Water Area is a popular migratory location for many types of birds. Because the St. Clair River rarely freezes over, the moving water attracts many bird species. Keep a watch-out for waterfowl, song birds, even bald eagles. St. Clair Birding Trail Map — The Blue Water Birding Trail map at this link shows 18 locations that are known by birders for great success in St. Clair County.

Q: Thornapple Birding Trail

Birding in Barry County is fun at any time of the year making the Thornapple Birding Trail a great resource for birders, naturalists, and the like. With over 22,000 acres of state game area, many parks, and over 250 lakes, Barry County hosts a wide variety of bird-filled habitats. Stop by for the ducks and Common Loons, or search out the thirteen species of warblers that nest in Barry County, including the beautiful Cerulean Warbler! The sites featured on the trail offer safe, easy-to-access birding locations in high-quality habitat and peaceful settings. Thornapple Birding Trail Website

St. Clair – Macomb Birding Trail

St. Clair and Macomb counties are home to a wide [...]

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Shore to Shore Birding Trail

Nestled within the shores of three Great Lakes the Shore [...]

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Blue Water Birding Trail

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Thornapple Birding Trail

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Volunteer with Us! We are always looking for volunteers. [...]

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Owl’s Roost Gift Shop Clerk Location: Paradise, Michigan (Upper [...]

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What if I have to cancel participation in a tour? Do I get a refund?

If you must cancel your participation in a Michigan [...]

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How difficult are the birding tours?

Difficulty levels vary by tour, so we include a [...]

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What if Michigan Audubon cancels a tour, do I get a refund?

If a tour is cancelled by Michigan Audubon, all [...]

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