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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/2026-06-11/
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:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260604T110000
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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/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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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/2026-06-04/
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:20260528T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260528T110000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133038Z
CREATED:20260325T133038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T133038Z
UID:10010194-1779958800-1779966000@www.michiganaudubon.org
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/2026-05-28/
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:20260528T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260528T100000
DTSTAMP:20260902T130550Z
CREATED:20260325T133233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T130550Z
UID:10010304-1779955200-1779962400@www.michiganaudubon.org
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/2026-05-28/
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:20260521T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T110000
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UID:10010193-1779354000-1779361200@www.michiganaudubon.org
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/2026-05-21/
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:20260521T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T100000
DTSTAMP:20260902T130550Z
CREATED:20260325T133233Z
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UID:10010303-1779350400-1779357600@www.michiganaudubon.org
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/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260326T125737Z
CREATED:20260326T125737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T125737Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon Club - Evening at Roselle Park
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Evening at Roselle Park \nTuesday\, May 19\, 2026\, 6:00 PM  8:00 PM \nRoselle Park\, 1010 Grand River Drive NortheastAda\, MI\, 49301 \nRoselle Park is a good birding area right here in Kent County. It’s on the Grand River\, and has wetlands\, wooded edges\, and open areas. At this date\, warblers should still be moving and many of the sparrows and woodland birds should be present. We will plan to stick to the paved trails and avoid the water if there is flooding. \nEssentials: Meet at the Roselle Park parking lot by the visitor center. It’s entrance is across from Michigan Ave and north of the south parking lot entrance. This is west of Ada and south of Knapp along Grand River Dr. \nSafety Hazards: Drive safely to meet the group. Watch for traffic on the pathway. \nNOTE: While we love dogs\, we ask you to please NOT bring your pup(s) on club field trips\, as it can stress/frighten away the birds. Thank you! \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-club-evening-at-roselle-park-2/
LOCATION:Roselle Park\, 1010 Grand River Dr. NE\, Ada\, MI\, 49301
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260514T110000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133038Z
CREATED:20260325T133038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T133038Z
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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/2026-05-14/
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:20260514T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260514T100000
DTSTAMP:20260902T130550Z
CREATED:20260325T133233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T130550Z
UID:10010302-1778745600-1778752800@www.michiganaudubon.org
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/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260512T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260326T125612Z
CREATED:20260326T125612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T125612Z
UID:10010328-1778608800-1778616000@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon Club - Evening at Roselle Park
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Evening at Roselle Park \nTuesday\, May 12\, 2026\, 6:00 PM  8:00 PM \nRoselle Park\, 1010 Grand River Drive NortheastAda\, MI\, 49301 \nRoselle Park is a good birding area right here in Kent County. It’s on the Grand River\, and has wetlands\, wooded edges\, and open areas. At this date\, warblers should still be moving and many of the sparrows and woodland birds should be present. We will plan to stick to the paved trails and avoid the water if there is flooding. \nEssentials: Meet at the Roselle Park parking lot by the visitor center. It’s entrance is across from Michigan Ave and north of the south parking lot entrance. This is west of Ada and south of Knapp along Grand River Dr. \nSafety Hazards: Drive safely to meet the group. Watch for traffic on the pathway. \nNOTE: While we love dogs\, we ask you to please NOT bring your pup(s) on club field trips\, as it can stress/frighten away the birds. Thank you! \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-club-evening-at-roselle-park/
LOCATION:Roselle Park\, 1010 Grand River Dr. NE\, Ada\, MI\, 49301
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260511T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260511T190000
DTSTAMP:20260326T125241Z
CREATED:20260326T125050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T125241Z
UID:10010327-1778522400-1778526000@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon Club - May Birdy Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Grand Rapids Audubon Club’s Birdy Book Club\, hosted at Books & Mortar\, a locally owned\, independent book store. \nMonday\, May 11\, 2026\, 6:00-7:00 pm\, we’ll discuss “Birding Without Borders\,” by Noah Strycker \nBooks & Mortar: 966 Cherry St. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI \nAbout the book:\nIn 2015\, Noah set himself a lofty goal: to become the first person to see half the planet’s birds in one year. For 365 days\, with a backpack\, binoculars and a series of one-way tickets\, he traveled across 41 countries and all seven continents\, eventually spotting 6\,042 species — by far the biggest birding year on record. \nThis is no travelogue or glorified checklist. Noah ventures deep into a world of blood-sucking leeches\, chronic sleep deprivation\, airline snafus\, breakdowns\, mudslides\, floods\, war zones\, ecologic devastation\, conservation triumphs\, common and iconic species\, and scores of passionate bird lovers around the globe. By pursuing the freest creatures on the planet\, he gains a unique perspective on the world they share with us — and offers a hopeful message that even as many birds face an uncertain future\, more people than ever are working to protect them. \n————————————————— \nAbout the club: \n\nBuy or borrow the book and complete the reading before the meeting. Get 10% off the price of the book if you purchase at Books & Mortar (mention it’s for the GRAC Birdy Book Club!)\nThere’s no cost to participate (apart from any books you opt to purchase). And you don’t need to be a club member\, or a birder\, to join us for the discussion! We love meeting new people\nBook club meets 6 to 7 p.m. generally on the second Monday of every other month (January\, March\, May\, July\, September\, November) except in the case of scheduling conflicts.\nTitles for the 2026 book club schedule (and past picks) are available on our website: https://www.graud.org/membershipmeetings-1\nThis is a space for mutually respectful\, curious and sometimes challenging conversations. Happy reading!\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-may-birdy-book-club/
LOCATION:Books & Mortar\, 966 Cherry St. SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260507T110000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133038Z
CREATED:20260325T133038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T133038Z
UID:10010191-1778144400-1778151600@www.michiganaudubon.org
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/2026-05-07/
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:20260507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260507T100000
DTSTAMP:20260902T130550Z
CREATED:20260325T133233Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260326T124431Z
CREATED:20260326T124431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T124431Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon Club - Evening at Reeds Lake
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Evening At Reeds Lake\, Led By: Steve Minard \nTuesday\, May 5\, 6:00 PM 8:00 PM \nHodenpyl Woods \n2310 Reeds Lake Boulevard SE\, East Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506 \nThis trip is an evening walk to the Hodenpyl Woods area at the west end of Reeds Lake. Varied woodland\, marsh\, and lake habitat provides a variety of birds right in town. We hope to find some warblers ducks\, and with luck terns on the lake. Birders of all skills are welcome. \nEssentials: Meet at the East Grand Rapids Utility Building parking lot on Reeds Lake Blvd north of Gaslight Village at 6:00 PM. Waterproof footwear and insect repellent may be useful. Poison Ivy is thick in places. \nSafety Hazards: Drive safely to meet the group. Watch for traffic when crossing the road and bicycles on the pathway. \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-club-evening-at-reeds-lake-2/
LOCATION:East Grand Rapids Utility Building parking lot\, East Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
GEO:42.941139;-85.6100277
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T110000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133038Z
CREATED:20260325T133038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T133038Z
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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/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260326T123903Z
CREATED:20260326T123903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T123903Z
UID:10010325-1777399200-1777406400@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon Club - Evening at Reeds Lake
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Evening At Reeds Lake\, Led By: Steve Minard \nTuesday\, April 28\, 6:00 PM 8:00 PM \nEast Grand Rapids Utility Building \n2310 Reeds Lake Boulevard SoutheastGrand Rapids\, MI\, 49506 \nThis trip is an evening walk to the Hodenpyl Woods area at the west end of Reeds Lake. Varied woodland\, marsh\, and lake habitat provides a variety of birds right in town. On this trip\, we will concentrate on waterbirds\, and early warblers. The boardwalk provides good views of the lake and marsh areas so we will visit it. Birders of all skills are welcome. \nEssentials: Meet at the East Grand Rapids Utility Building parking lot on Reeds Lake Blvd north of Gaslight Village at 6:00 PM. Waterproof footwear and insect repellent may be useful. Poison Ivy is thick in places. \nSafety Hazards: Drive safely to meet the group. Watch for traffic when crossing the road and bicycles on the pathway. \nNOTE: While we love dogs\, we ask you to please NOT bring your pup(s) on club field trips\, as it can stress/frighten away the birds. Thank you! \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-club-evening-at-reeds-lake/
LOCATION:East Grand Rapids Utility Building parking lot\, East Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
GEO:42.941139;-85.6100277
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260427T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260427T203000
DTSTAMP:20260326T123453Z
CREATED:20260326T123453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T123453Z
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SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon Club - Habitat Restoration on Michigan Audubon Sanctuaries
DESCRIPTION:Habitat Restoration and Creation on Michigan Audubon Sanctuaries \nChad Machinski\, Conservation Manager for Michigan Audubon\, will talk with us about his efforts at properties managed by his organization. \nMonday\, APril 27\, 7:30 PM 8:30 PM\nAquinas College Donnelly Conference Center (map)\nGoogle Calendar ICS \nAcross many of Michigan Audubon’s Sanctuaries\, active habitat restoration and creation is an ongoing project. Chad will discuss where this work is going on\, why the work is going on\, and how the work is happening. Chad’s presentation will focus on three Michigan Audubon Sanctuaries as examples of specific work: The Phyllis Haehnle Memorial Sanctuary\, the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary\, and the Martha Mott Bird Sanctuary. Attendees will also learn about ways they can get involved with Michigan Audubon work. \nWhile Chad’s first love is botany\, he doesn’t deny the intertwining nature of birds\, plants\, insects\, and all other organisms we share the world with. As Michigan Audubon’s Conservation Manager\, Chad is responsible for the management and care for all 20 of Michigan Audubon’s Sanctuaries around the state and bird specific programs such as Chimney Swift and Purple Martin conservation. In his spare time\, Chad tends to think about many of the same things he does at work: plants\, birds\, and insects. \nThis program is open to the public\, who may attend as guests of the Grand Rapids Audubon Club. Doors of the Donnelly Center open at 7:00pm; come early to meet fellow members\, browse the large selection of library items\, and connect with others about birding. The program begins at 7:30 pm. \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-grand-rapids-audubon-club-habitat-restoration-on-michigan-audubon-sanctuaries/
LOCATION:Donnelly Conference Center at Aquinas College\, 1607 Robinson Rd S.E.\, Grand Rapids\, 49506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event,Michigan Audubon,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T110000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133038Z
CREATED:20260325T133038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T133038Z
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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/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260325T200314Z
CREATED:20260325T200314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T200314Z
UID:10010323-1776495600-1776513600@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY - Grand Rapids Audubon - Spring Marsh Birds & Hawks
DESCRIPTION:Spring Marsh Birds and Hawks – Led By: Steve Minard \nSaturday\, April 18\,  7:00 AM 12:00 PM \nMeet at the Boy Scout Headquarters in Walker \n3213 Walker Ave NWWalker\, MI\, 49544 \nJoin us to look for marsh birds at Lane’s Landing in the Muskegon State Game Area. Rails should be in the marsh by this date and Swamp Sparrows should be on territory. After checking out the marsh\, we’ll see how the winds blow and either head over to the Muskegon Wastewater to check out the waterfowl or head to Grand Haven to check out Harbor Island and hawk watch locations to look for migrating hawks. At the Wastewater\, Northern Shoveled and Ruddy Duck are likely; in Grand Haven\, we could see Caspian Tern on Lake Michigan or rails in the Harbor Island marshes. Birders of all skills are welcome. \nEssentials: Meet at the Boy Scout Headquarters west off Walker Road just north of I-96 at 7:00 AM. We plan to bird until noon\, you may want to bring a snack to hold you over until lunch. \nSafety Hazards: Driving in a caravan can be hazardous. Get directions from the leader for travel to the next stop. Please exercise caution on the roads at all times\, and watch the car ahead of you when driving in a caravan. Please have a passenger handle all radio or phone communications while in a car. \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-spring-marsh-birds-hawks/
LOCATION:Boy Scout Headquarters west off Walker Road just north of I-96\, Muskegon\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event,Educational Event
GEO:43.2341813;-86.2483921
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T110000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133038Z
CREATED:20260325T133038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T133038Z
UID:10010188-1776330000-1776337200@www.michiganaudubon.org
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/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T110000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133038Z
CREATED:20260325T133038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T133038Z
UID:10010187-1775725200-1775732400@www.michiganaudubon.org
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/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260402T110000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133038Z
CREATED:20260325T133038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T133038Z
UID:10010186-1775120400-1775127600@www.michiganaudubon.org
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/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260330T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260330T203000
DTSTAMP:20260325T195846Z
CREATED:20260325T195846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T195846Z
UID:10010322-1774899000-1774902600@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon - Monthly Meeting - Great Lakes Piping Plover
DESCRIPTION:The Great Lakes Piping Plover with Sarah Saunders\, National Audubon Society \nMonday\, March 30\, 7:30 – 8:30 PM\nAquinas College Donnelly Conference Center\n157 Woodward Lane SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506 \nMonthly membership meetings are FREE and open to the public. \nWe continue our theme of conservation spaces and wildlife by examining another Michigan wildlife recovery success story. The Great Lakes Piping Plover\, a federally endangered shorebird\, has made a remarkable comeback from the brink of extinction thanks to decades of dedicated conservation efforts. Join us on March 30th as Sarah Saunders tells us about the amazing comeback of this favorite Michigan species. Once reduced to just 12 breeding pairs in the 1980s\, this population now exceeds 80 pairs\, with record-breaking breeding seasons in recent years. This success is a testament to the power of science-driven conservation and the collaboration of researchers\, land managers\, and community volunteers on the Great Lakes Piping Plover Conservation Team. In this talk\, Sarah will highlight the key strategies that have fueled this recovery\, including nest monitoring and protection\, predator management\, annual banding\, captive-rearing\, and education and outreach. Sarah will also showcase how long-term banding data have further strengthened these strategies\, contributing to population growth. Despite these gains\, challenges remain\, including increasing threats from climate change and human disturbance. Yet the resilience of the population and the dedication of the Conservation Team offer hope for continued success. The recovery of the Great Lakes Piping Plover serves as an inspiring example of how rigorous science\, partnerships\, and community engagement can drive meaningful conservation outcomes. \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-monthly-meeting-great-lakes-piping-plover/
LOCATION:John F. Donnelly Conference Center at Aquinas College\, 157 Woodward Lane SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event,Presentation
GEO:42.9607917;-85.6223681
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T110000
DTSTAMP:20260325T133038Z
CREATED:20260325T133038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T133038Z
UID:10010185-1774515600-1774522800@www.michiganaudubon.org
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/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 3201-3231 Veterans Memorial Dr SW\, Walker\, MI\, 49534
CATEGORIES:Bird Walk,Birding,Chapter Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260325T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260325T193000
DTSTAMP:20260325T132349Z
CREATED:20260325T132349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T132349Z
UID:10010183-1774463400-1774467000@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:COMMUNITY: Grand Rapids Audubon - Bluebird Box Building
DESCRIPTION:Bluebird Box Building Workshop with Dave Dennett \nWednesday\, March 25th\, 6:30 PM 7:30 PM \nWittenbach/Wege Agriscience & Environmental Education Center \n11715 Vergennes Street Southeast\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331 \nCelebrate spring by helping one of Michigan’s most beloved birds! Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll build a cedar nest box designed specifically for Eastern Bluebirds. \nAll materials will be provided\, and pre-cut cedar pieces will make assembly easy. We’ll use drills and glue to put everything together. No woodworking experience needed! \nThe workshop will be led by Dave Dennett\, skilled exhibits technician and builder\, who will guide participants step-by-step through the process. \nYou can take your finished bluebird box home to install in your yard\, or donate it to help expand bluebird habitat in our community. \nCost: $30 per person \nMaterials included (pre-cut cedar box kit) \nLimited to 10 participants \nRegistration is required \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-bluebird-box-building/
LOCATION:Wittenback/Wege Agriscience & Environmental Education Center\, 11715 Vergennes Street Southeast\, Lowell\, MI\, 49331
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200425T170000
DTSTAMP:20200330T125947Z
CREATED:20200304T150312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200330T125947Z
UID:10002747-1587801600-1587834000@www.michiganaudubon.org
SUMMARY:CANCELED — COMMUNITY: Thornapple Woodpecker Festival
DESCRIPTION:In response to COVID-19\, this event has been canceled. \nJoin other bird lovers for the 10th Annual Thornapple Woodpecker Festival on the Paul Henry – Thornapple Trail\, which offers wonderful opportunities to see Michigan woodpeckers\, including the Red-headed Woodpecker. Meet at the Middleville Village Hall\, 100 E. Main St.\, Middleville\, MI 49333 for guided tours. Golf cart rides available for mobility impaired. Birding presentations at 8 a.m.\, 9 a.m.\, and 10 a.m. plus ongoing exhibits in the Village Hall. You will also be able to get directions to other birding hotspots such as Maher Sanctuary in northern Barry County.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/community-thornapple-woodpecker-festival/
LOCATION:Middleville Village Hall\, 100 E. Main Street\, Middleville\, MI\, 49333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding Trail Event,Educational Event,Festival,Sanctuary Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160229T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160229T220000
DTSTAMP:20160216T013531Z
CREATED:20160216T013531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160216T013531Z
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SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Audubon Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Chapter Event – Grand Rapids Audubon Club Meeting\nFebruary 29\, 7:00 PM\nThe nation’s electrical system negatively affects birds\, but technologies differ in their impacts. February’s program\, “Birds on the Wire\,” will explore these varying impacts. Speakers Dr. Erik Nordman and Kim Walton will share interesting facts and address common misconceptions about how our electrical grid system affects birds and bats. Dr. Nordman is an associate professor of natural resources management at Grand Valley State University (GVSU). He earned his Masters of Science and Ph.D. from the State University of New York – College of Environmental Science and Forestry at Syracuse. He has more than 15 years of experience working with renewable energy systems\, including wind and solar energy for Kenya’s tea industry\, public perceptions of offshore wind energy development and the pest-resistance of biomass crops. He was awarded a Fulbright Scholar grant in 2012 to conduct research on renewable energy and to teach in the Environmental Studies and Energy Engineering departments at Kenyatta University in Nairobi\, Kenya. Kim is the Program Director at GVSU’s Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center. She also teaches classes on sustainability and policy for GVSU. She has a Bachelor of Science in Industrial & Appropriate Technology from Appalachian State University and a Masters in Environmental Analyses and Public Administration from Western Michigan University. \nQuestions? Visit www.graud.org
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/grand-rapids-audubon-club-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event,Educational Event
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SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Audubon Club November 30 Program
DESCRIPTION:Chapter Event -Grand Rapids Audubon – November 30\, 2015 program\n7:00 PM\nGRAC presents on November 30\, “Birds in Power Point and Poetry” with Richard Havenga\, nature photographer\, poet\, teacher and naturalist. Richard skillfully blends over 150 of his beautiful bird photos\, taken from across the country\, with his poetry\, nature observations and writings. \nThe program will be held at the Donnelly Conference Center at Aquinas College. Parking is available off 157 Woodward Lane SE between Fulton St. and Robinson Rd. in Lots T and S. Social time begins at 7:00 p.m. with snacks and the program begins promptly at 7:30. Visitors are always welcome. \nFor more information about the program and GRAC\, please visit our web site; www.graud.org. or call Bea at 616-676-2446
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/grand-rapids-audubon-club-november-30-program/
LOCATION:Donnelly Conference Center at Aquinas College\, 1607 Robinson Rd S.E.\, Grand Rapids\, 49506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20150926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20150926T120000
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SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Audubon Club Event
DESCRIPTION:Chapter Event – Fall Warblers at Reeds Lake – Grand Rapids Audubon Club Event\nSeptember 26\, 2015 8:00 AM\nTrip Leader: Steve Minard\nReeds Lake is still one of the better spots in the area for warblers. Catching the right time does seem to be trickier and the peak fall dates seem to have shifted later. Hopefully this date works\, if it does\, we can expect about 10 species of fall warblers. In recent years\, good numbers of Blackpoll\, Yellow-rumped\, Nashville\, Black-throated Green\, and Tennessee Warblers have been sighted here. The combination of residences\, lake\, marsh\, and remnant woodlands does seem to produce a variety of birds at this location. \nEssentials: Meet on the northwest end of Darby where it meets Reeds Lake Blvd near the bluff. Reach Darby off Bonnell. Bonnell is off Lake Dr midway between Breton and Hall St in East Grand Rapids at 8:00 AM. We plan to walk a 1-mile route and retrace our steps to Darby. \nSafety Hazards: Bugs are possible and poison ivy grows along side the road. Take precautions. The road is open to traffic\, so watch for cars\, bikes\, lawnmowers and ORVs. Please exercise caution on the roads driving to and from the meeting place. \nQuestions? Call Steve Minard at (616) 942-7165
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/grand-rapids-audubon-club-event-9/
LOCATION:Reeds Lake\, MI\, 49506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapter Event
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