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SUMMARY:Spring U.P. Grouse Lek Birding Tour
DESCRIPTION:Spring U.P. Grouse Lek Birding Tour\nApril 18-19\, 2026 \nEach spring in the early morning hours\, Sharp-tailed Grouse begin an annual dance of competition and attraction. In Michigan’s Upper Peninsula\, near the Whitefish Point Bird Observatory and Seney National Wildlife Refuge\, participants on this tour will get the chance to see this beautiful spectacle up close and visit WPBO at the beginning of spring migration! \nThe Spring UP Grouse Tour is limited to 12 participants\, and we anticipate it filling fast. \nThis trip is rated MODERATE. Travel is by car caravan from Newberry\, MI 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\, snow\, wind\, and sun. \n\nCost: $175 for members | $200 for non-members (meals and lodging not included)\nGroup Size: Limited to 12 participants\nActivity Level: Moderate (4–6 miles of walking over the weekend)\nRegistration: Opens February 27 at 9 a.m.\n\nRegistration opens on February 27\, 2026 at 9 a.m. Links will go live at that time. \nPlease note that the trip fee does not include meals or lodging. No 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.
URL:https://www.michiganaudubon.org/calendar/spring-u-p-grouse-lek-birding-tour/
LOCATION:Newberry\, Michigan\, Newberry\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Birding Tour,Educational Event,Michigan Audubon,Sanctuary Event,Whitefish Point Bird Observatory
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