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SUMMARY:Moth Night - National Moth Week
DESCRIPTION:*** Rescheduled for Saturday due to potential thunderstorms Friday evening *** \nJoin us as we celebrate National Moth Week with a moth party! Moths are among the most diverse and successful organisms on earth. Scientists estimate there are 150\,000 to more than 500\,000 moth species. Their colors and patterns are either dazzling or so cryptic that they define camouflage. Shapes and sizes span the gamut from as small as a pinhead to as large as an adult’s hand.\nMost moths are nocturnal\, and need to be sought at night to be seen – others fly like butterflies during the day. Finding them can be as simple as leaving a porch light on and checking it after dark. Serious moth aficionados use special lights and baits to attract them. \nJoin us as longtime friends of WAS\, Susan Kielb and Heidi Trudell\, guide us through the process of attracting\, identifying\, and enjoying these amazing creatures. \nSuggestions for Attendees: \n\nA headlamp or flashlight would be nice to have.\nNinja night with moths! Wearing black is the best way to keep moths on the sheet and not your shirt.\nIt might be nice to bring a camp chair if you would like to sit.\n\nDirections: Natural Area Preservation parking lot at 3875 East Huron River Drive\, Ann Arbor.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/moth-night-national-moth-week/
LOCATION:Natural Area Preservation\, 3875 East Huron River Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Weekend Walk for Birds at Gallup Park
DESCRIPTION:We will explore the pond and surrounding woods. Depending on what is around\, we may even pop over to Furstenberg. \nDirections: Meet at the livery parking lot north of the wooden bridge near the entrance to Furstenberg.  \n  \nLeaders: Matthew Spoor & Juliet Berger
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/weekend-walk-for-birds-at-gallup-park-2/
LOCATION:Gallup Lot – Furstenberg Entrance\, 77GX+G5W\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:BIPOC Bird Walk at Mary Beth Doyle Park
DESCRIPTION:We invite all people from the BIPOC (Black\, Indigenous\, People of Color) community and our white allies to join us on this walk to look for shorebirds and other early migrants around the park. All ages and skill levels are invited. Bring a scope if you have one. We will have extra binoculars if you do not have any.  \nMeet at the main parking area of Mary Beth Doyle Park off Birch Hollow Drive. \nLeader: Victor Chen \n  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist from this walk shared with you\, please fill out this form (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.  \n 
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/bipoc-bird-walk-at-mary-beth-doyle-park/
LOCATION:Mary Beth Doyle Park\, 3500 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Shorebirds & Waders at Pointe Mouillee State Game Area
DESCRIPTION:Pointe Mouillee\, on Lake Erie near the mouth of the Huron River is one of the premier destinations in the Midwest for viewing shorebirds and waders\, but access is limited. Jim Fowler knows this territory as well as anyone and leads several field trips each year at this location. Usually\, vehicles are restricted\, but for this event\, we will be allowed to bring in four vehicles. As a result\, this trip will be limited to 20-25 attendees depending on the size of the vehicles driven. Preference will be given to current Washtenaw Audubon members. \nDirections: Registered participants will meet at the Pointe Mouillee SGA parking lot on Sigler Road (https://goo.gl/maps/y4AgBs5wnbwRguah8) at 8AM and from there will consolidate into 4 larger vehicles. Bring insect repellent\, wear a hat and dress for warm weather—there is no shade or shelter at Pointe Mouillee. Bring all of the food and fluids you think you will need to sustain you for approximately five hours of birding. \nWe will need four larger vehicles to accommodate the group. If you have one and can drive\, please email Matt Spoor at fieldtrips@washtenawbna.org. \nLeader: Jim Fowler
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/shorebirds-and-waders-at-pointe-mouillee-state-game-area-3/
LOCATION:Point Mouillee State Game Area\, Sigler Road\, South Rockwood\, 48179\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Swift Nights Out
DESCRIPTION:Washtenaw Audubon Society and the City of Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation invite you to join us for our 8th Annual Ann Arbor-Washtenaw County Chimney Swift count. Watching Chimney Swifts enter their roosts at dusk is a spectacular sight (video and more information here). Volunteers will choose a known Chimney Swift roosting location and stake it out before dusk\, counting the Swifts as they enter the chimney\, as darkness falls. You can sign up for one night/one location at a time\, or count each night of the weekend. Sign up here. \nChimney Swifts are in steep decline across North America\, so let’s help find out how they are doing in Washtenaw County. Habitat loss is one reason\, as well as decline of the insects they eat\, and other unknown factors. We are helping bird science by conducting this count! Bring your friends and family to show them how these very cool aerial insectivores share our cities and towns with us.  \nNOTE: Occasionally the Swifts will not use a particular location on a given night due to a predator such as a Cooper’s Hawk\, or another issue. In that case\, “No Swifts” will still be good information for us! Email Juliet Berger with your results after the survey\, and post it on eBird if you have an account. Please share your eBird list with usernames Washtenaw Audubon Society and NAPBBS. Thank you for your help! \nIf you know of an active roost that’s not listed\, email Juliet Berger and she will add it to the sign up. \nClick here to sign up.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/swift-nights-out-3-2-2/2023-08-18/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Swift Nights Out
DESCRIPTION:Washtenaw Audubon Society and the City of Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation invite you to join us for our 8th Annual Ann Arbor-Washtenaw County Chimney Swift count. Watching Chimney Swifts enter their roosts at dusk is a spectacular sight (video and more information here). Volunteers will choose a known Chimney Swift roosting location and stake it out before dusk\, counting the Swifts as they enter the chimney\, as darkness falls. You can sign up for one night/one location at a time\, or count each night of the weekend. Sign up here. \nChimney Swifts are in steep decline across North America\, so let’s help find out how they are doing in Washtenaw County. Habitat loss is one reason\, as well as decline of the insects they eat\, and other unknown factors. We are helping bird science by conducting this count! Bring your friends and family to show them how these very cool aerial insectivores share our cities and towns with us.  \nNOTE: Occasionally the Swifts will not use a particular location on a given night due to a predator such as a Cooper’s Hawk\, or another issue. In that case\, “No Swifts” will still be good information for us! Email Juliet Berger with your results after the survey\, and post it on eBird if you have an account. Please share your eBird list with usernames Washtenaw Audubon Society and NAPBBS. Thank you for your help! \nIf you know of an active roost that’s not listed\, email Juliet Berger and she will add it to the sign up. \nClick here to sign up.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/swift-nights-out-3-2-2/2023-08-19/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Swift Nights Out
DESCRIPTION:Washtenaw Audubon Society and the City of Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation invite you to join us for our 8th Annual Ann Arbor-Washtenaw County Chimney Swift count. Watching Chimney Swifts enter their roosts at dusk is a spectacular sight (video and more information here). Volunteers will choose a known Chimney Swift roosting location and stake it out before dusk\, counting the Swifts as they enter the chimney\, as darkness falls. You can sign up for one night/one location at a time\, or count each night of the weekend. Sign up here. \nChimney Swifts are in steep decline across North America\, so let’s help find out how they are doing in Washtenaw County. Habitat loss is one reason\, as well as decline of the insects they eat\, and other unknown factors. We are helping bird science by conducting this count! Bring your friends and family to show them how these very cool aerial insectivores share our cities and towns with us.  \nNOTE: Occasionally the Swifts will not use a particular location on a given night due to a predator such as a Cooper’s Hawk\, or another issue. In that case\, “No Swifts” will still be good information for us! Email Juliet Berger with your results after the survey\, and post it on eBird if you have an account. Please share your eBird list with usernames Washtenaw Audubon Society and NAPBBS. Thank you for your help! \nIf you know of an active roost that’s not listed\, email Juliet Berger and she will add it to the sign up. \nClick here to sign up.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/swift-nights-out-3-2-2/2023-08-20/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Moth Night at County Farm Park Medford Pavilion
DESCRIPTION:We are having another moth party! Join us at County Farm Park for our August installment. Just as the species observed change throughout the night\, so too do we see new species as we move through the calendar.  It will be fun to see what we see at a new location and a month later. \nWhy care about moths? Ninety seven percent of all North American land birds rely on animal protein to raise their young. For most birds\, that means insects. And for most of them\, that means caterpillars. Without abundant moth larva\, there is not enough animal protein to raise the young of our beloved birds. It takes approximately 9\,000 caterpillars to raise one brood of Black-capped Chickadees from hatching to fledging! Now\, think of all the birds you see out there. It’s hard to imagine the numbers required. So\, you can see\, moths are integral to the reproduction of most of our birds we love. They’re our allies in birding and getting to know them is a joy. \nThey are among the most diverse and successful organisms on earth. Scientists estimate there are 150\,000 to more than 500\,000 moth species. Their colors and patterns are either dazzling or so cryptic that they define camouflage. Shapes and sizes span the gamut from as small as a pinhead to as large as an adult’s hand. Most moths are nocturnal\, and need to be sought at night to be seen – others fly like butterflies during the day. Finding them can be as simple as leaving a porch light on and checking it after dark. Serious moth aficionados use special lights and baits to attract them. \nOnce again\, Susan Kielb and Heidi Trudell will guide us through the process of attracting\, identifying\, and enjoying these amazing creatures. \nSuggestions for Attendees: \n\nA headlamp or flashlight would be nice to have.\nNinja night with moths! Wearing black is the best way to keep moths on the sheet and not your shirt.\nIt might be nice to bring a camp chair if you would like to sit.\n\nDirections: Meet at the County Farm Park Pavilion at the entrance off Medford Road (map).
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/moth-night-at-county-farm-park/
LOCATION:County Farm Park – Medford Pavilion\, 774Q+FXJ\, Ann Arbor\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Thursday Fall Migration Walks at Nichols Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday mornings through October at Nichols Arboretum as we search for fall migrants. These walks are a great opportunity to join with other birders of all skill levels. In addition to the birds\, the Arb’s trees and other flora offer delights of their own.  \nDirections: Meet at the east end of the arboretum at the Dow Prairie entrance. From Geddes Ave.\, turn north onto Riverview Dr. and stay right until it terminates at Riverview Ct. cul-de-sac. \nCurious about what birds you may see? Explore photos taken at the Arb in the months of September and October here. Or\, view an eBird illustrated checklist for September at the Arb here.  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/thursday-fall-migration-walks-at-nichols-arboretum-2/2023-08-31/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230903T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230903T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T002130Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Fall Migration Walk at Hudson Mills Metropark
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual fall migration walk with trip leader Karen Markey. Hudson Mills is one of the top county birding hotspots in September. \nDirections: Meet at the flagpole at the Activity Center-HQ building. \nLeader: Karen Markey \n  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/annual-fall-migration-walk-at-hudson-mills-metropark-2/
LOCATION:Hudson Mills Activity Center Parking Lot\, 93GV+C6V\, Hudson Mills\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230907T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230907T103000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Fall Migration Walks at Nichols Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday mornings through October at Nichols Arboretum as we search for fall migrants. These walks are a great opportunity to join with other birders of all skill levels. In addition to the birds\, the Arb’s trees and other flora offer delights of their own.  \nDirections: Meet at the east end of the arboretum at the Dow Prairie entrance. From Geddes Ave.\, turn north onto Riverview Dr. and stay right until it terminates at Riverview Ct. cul-de-sac. \nCurious about what birds you may see? Explore photos taken at the Arb in the months of September and October here. Or\, view an eBird illustrated checklist for September at the Arb here.  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/thursday-fall-migration-walks-at-nichols-arboretum-2/2023-09-07/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230908T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230908T230000
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SUMMARY:Moth Night at Furstenberg Nature Area
DESCRIPTION:Last Moth Party of the year! \nCome out and join us as we see what September brings. At our Moth Week event in July\, we made 198 observations and recorded 63 species! See iNaturalist project for details. It will be fun to see what a new location and different time of year will bring. \nWhy care about moths? Ninety seven percent of all North American land birds rely on animal protein to raise their young. For most birds\, that means insects. And for most of them\, that means caterpillars. Without abundant moth larva\, there is not enough animal protein to raise the young of our beloved birds. It takes approximately 9\,000 caterpillars to raise one brood of Black-capped Chickadees from hatching to fledging! Now\, think of all the birds you see out there. It’s hard to imagine the numbers required. So\, you can see\, moths are integral to the reproduction of most of our birds we love. They’re our allies in birding and getting to know them is a joy. \nThey are among the most diverse and successful organisms on earth. Scientists estimate there are 150\,000 to more than 500\,000 moth species. Their colors and patterns are either dazzling or so cryptic that they define camouflage. Shapes and sizes span the gamut from as small as a pinhead to as large as an adult’s hand. Most moths are nocturnal\, and need to be sought at night to be seen – others fly like butterflies during the day. Finding them can be as simple as leaving a porch light on and checking it after dark. Serious moth aficionados use special lights and baits to attract them. \nOnce again\, Susan Kielb and Heidi Trudell will guide us through the process of attracting\, identifying\, and enjoying these amazing creatures. \nSuggestions for Attendees: \n\nA headlamp or flashlight would be nice to have.\nNinja night with moths! Wearing black is the best way to keep moths on the sheet and not your shirt.\nIt might be nice to bring a camp chair if you would like to sit.\n\nDirections: Meet at the Furstenberg Nature Area parking lot off of Fuller Road (map).
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/moth-night-at-furstenberg-nature-area/
LOCATION:Furstenberg Nature Area\, 2626 Fuller Road\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230910T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230910T103000
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SUMMARY:Weekend Walk for Birds at Matthaei Botanical Gardens
DESCRIPTION:This is one of the top Washtenaw County birding hotspots in September and always a pleasure to walk. Join us as we search the beautiful grounds of the botanical gardens for fall migrants. Meet at the steps to the conservatory. Matthaei members park for free with metered parking for everyone else. \nLeader: Matthew Spoor \n  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/weekend-walk-for-birds-at-matthaei-botanical-gardens-6/
LOCATION:Matthaei Botanical Gardens\, 1800 N Dixboro Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230910T203000
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SUMMARY:NAP Fall Shorebird Walk at Mary Beth Doyle
DESCRIPTION:City of Ann Arbor Natural Area Preservation event: The mitigation wetland at Mary Beth Doyle is home to breeding shorebirds\, Killdeer and Spotted Sandpipers\, and migrating shorebirds like Greater and Lesser Yellowlegs\, Solitary Sandpipers\, Least Sandpipers and more\, and this is prime migration time. Join NAP’s ornithologist\, Juliet Berger\, and other enthusiastic bird watchers for a tour of this bird-rich nature area. The paths around the wetlands are wheelchair accessible\, but not the wooded area. \nWe’ll search the ponds for these species\, and others\, like the secretive Black-crowned Night-Herons that we believe nest nearby. If we have time\, we’ll search the woods and trails for migrating Warblers and other songbirds. \nRegister here.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/nap-fall-shorebird-walk-at-mary-beth-doyle/
LOCATION:Mary Beth Doyle Park\, 3500 Birch Hollow Drive\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230914T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
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SUMMARY:Thursday Fall Migration Walks at Nichols Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday mornings through October at Nichols Arboretum as we search for fall migrants. These walks are a great opportunity to join with other birders of all skill levels. In addition to the birds\, the Arb’s trees and other flora offer delights of their own.  \nDirections: Meet at the east end of the arboretum at the Dow Prairie entrance. From Geddes Ave.\, turn north onto Riverview Dr. and stay right until it terminates at Riverview Ct. cul-de-sac. \nCurious about what birds you may see? Explore photos taken at the Arb in the months of September and October here. Or\, view an eBird illustrated checklist for September at the Arb here.  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/thursday-fall-migration-walks-at-nichols-arboretum-2/2023-09-14/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
CREATED:20230803T235804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T235804Z
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SUMMARY:The Detroit River Hawk Watch--Lake Erie MetroPark
DESCRIPTION:A standardized monitoring program – the Detroit River Hawk Watch – is conducted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)\, the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge (DRIWR)\, and its friends group\, the International Wildlife Refuge Alliance (IWRA)\, at the Lake Erie Metropark in Gibraltar\, MI. Join us and witness spectacular flights of Broad-winged Hawks\, Rough-legged Hawks\, Northern Goshawk\, Sharp-shinned Hawks\, Golden Eagles\, and potentially more!  \nJoin us as we search for and learn to identify migrating raptors in flight. Hawk watching is a largely stationary event so bring a comfy chair\, dress for the weather\, and bring something to eat and drink.  \nWant to learn more about raptor ID before going? Check out our October 2022 program\, “Identifying Raptors in Flight” with friend of WAS\, Josh Haas. It’s a great program.  \nDirections: Upon entering Lake Erie Metropark\, follow the signs to the boat launch (map). You can’t miss us if you are there. A metropark pass per vehicle is required for entry. Pass information here.  Those interested in carpooling\, we will meet at the Plymouth Road Park and Ride (map) for a 9:00 am departure.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/the-detroit-river-hawk-watch-lake-erie-metropark-2/
LOCATION:Detroit River Hawk Watch\, 3RH4+HG7\, Brownstown Charter Twp\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230917T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
CREATED:20230809T115959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T115959Z
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SUMMARY:Weekend Walk for Birds at The Arb
DESCRIPTION:September is the peak of fall warbler migration and Nichols Arboretum is the best place in Ann Arbor to find them! Join is as we walk this familiar hotspot to see what gems we will find. \nCurious about what birds you may see? Explore photos taken at the Arb in the months of September and October here. Or\, view an eBird illustrated checklist for September at the Arb here. \nLeader: Matthew Spoor \n  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/weekend-walk-for-birds-at-the-arb/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230921T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
CREATED:20230720T233649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T001127Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Fall Migration Walks at Nichols Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday mornings through October at Nichols Arboretum as we search for fall migrants. These walks are a great opportunity to join with other birders of all skill levels. In addition to the birds\, the Arb’s trees and other flora offer delights of their own.  \nDirections: Meet at the east end of the arboretum at the Dow Prairie entrance. From Geddes Ave.\, turn north onto Riverview Dr. and stay right until it terminates at Riverview Ct. cul-de-sac. \nCurious about what birds you may see? Explore photos taken at the Arb in the months of September and October here. Or\, view an eBird illustrated checklist for September at the Arb here.  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/thursday-fall-migration-walks-at-nichols-arboretum-2/2023-09-21/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
CREATED:20230804T000835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T183445Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Foray for Mushrooms
DESCRIPTION:Join local mushroom aficionados for a fun fall fungal foray. We will gather and explore the woods to see what we can find. Following the foray\, we will come together for lunch and mushroom identification. Here is an iNaturalist view of mushrooms reported there for you to explore. We had so much fun last year. Please join us! \nWe may be walking off trail through the woods so dress appropriately. Knowledge and knowhow will be provided. Bring lunch\, a basket for carrying your collection\, and a knife for harvesting. A pocket knife will work fine.  \nLeader: Jim Buschman  \nDirections: Enter Hudson Mills Metropark\, turn right immediately after the ticket booth\, and proceed straight to the end of the parking lot. (map)
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/fall-foray-for-mushrooms-2/
LOCATION:Hudson Mills Mushroom Meeting\, 93MP+CR4\, Hudson Mills\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230924T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
CREATED:20230809T230956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T185733Z
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SUMMARY:Weekend Walk for Birds at Cherry Hill Preserve
DESCRIPTION:The Cherry Hill Nature Preserve\, a Scio Township owned\, 160 acre preserve of diverse terrain\, including rolling hills\, wetlands\, part of Fleming Creek\, meadow and woods. It’s one of the best September hotspots in the county with 124 species reported in the month. \nJoin us as we explore different habitats for fall migrants. Warbler migration will soon be winding down so come on out and see them before they’re gone! \nDirections: Navigate to 6375 Cherry Hill Rd\, Superior Township\, MI 48198. The entrance and small parking area are well marked. \nLeader: Matthew Spoor \n  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/weekend-walk-for-birds-at-cherry-hill-preserve/
LOCATION:Cherry Hill Preserve\, 6375 Cherry Hill Rd\, Superior Township\, MI\, 48198\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cherry Hill Preserve 6375 Cherry Hill Rd Superior Township MI 48198 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6375 Cherry Hill Rd:geo:-83.6366158,42.3039431
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230928T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230928T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
CREATED:20230720T233649Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Fall Migration Walks at Nichols Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday mornings through October at Nichols Arboretum as we search for fall migrants. These walks are a great opportunity to join with other birders of all skill levels. In addition to the birds\, the Arb’s trees and other flora offer delights of their own.  \nDirections: Meet at the east end of the arboretum at the Dow Prairie entrance. From Geddes Ave.\, turn north onto Riverview Dr. and stay right until it terminates at Riverview Ct. cul-de-sac. \nCurious about what birds you may see? Explore photos taken at the Arb in the months of September and October here. Or\, view an eBird illustrated checklist for September at the Arb here.  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/thursday-fall-migration-walks-at-nichols-arboretum-2/2023-09-28/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230930T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230930T123000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
CREATED:20230810T202319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T202826Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Migration Birding Walk with the Ypsilanti Library
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to explore your Ypsilanti parks? Come join the library as we visit one of our lesser-known parks\, Hewen’s Creek Park. Victor Chen\, from the Washtenaw Audubon Society\, will lead a walk through the park as we look for migrating bird species. If you have binoculars\, bring them along. Otherwise\, we will have a few pairs to spare. All ages and skill levels are welcome! Wear sturdy shoes as the trails in the park are mostly unpaved. \nDirections: Meet at Hewen’s Creek Park south trailhead at 6515 Bemis Rd. \nLeader: Victor Chen \n  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \n  \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/fall-migration-birding-walk-with-the-ypsilanti-library/
LOCATION:Hewen’s Creek Park South Trailhead\, 6515 Bemis Rd\, Ypsilanti Charter Township\, MI\, 48197\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231005T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231005T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
CREATED:20230720T233649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T001127Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Fall Migration Walks at Nichols Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday mornings through October at Nichols Arboretum as we search for fall migrants. These walks are a great opportunity to join with other birders of all skill levels. In addition to the birds\, the Arb’s trees and other flora offer delights of their own.  \nDirections: Meet at the east end of the arboretum at the Dow Prairie entrance. From Geddes Ave.\, turn north onto Riverview Dr. and stay right until it terminates at Riverview Ct. cul-de-sac. \nCurious about what birds you may see? Explore photos taken at the Arb in the months of September and October here. Or\, view an eBird illustrated checklist for September at the Arb here.  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/thursday-fall-migration-walks-at-nichols-arboretum-2/2023-10-05/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231007T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231007T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
CREATED:20230811T192734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T192734Z
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SUMMARY:The Big Sit! at Independence Lake County Park
DESCRIPTION:How many birds can you identify in one day while staying within a 17-foot / 5.2-meter diameter circle? This free\, annual\, semi-competitive international birding event was started by the New Haven Bird Club in 1992. More information on The Big Sit! here. Join WAS birders as we count as many species as we can from our circle. Great for those with mobility issues\, and who enjoy the more relaxed pace of birding in place. Bring a comfy chair and some warm food and beverage and enjoy the birds\, conversation\, and camaraderie. While many will\, none are expected to be there the entire time so feel free to drop in for an hour or four. We would love to see you. \nDirections: Meet at the grassy knoll just past the boat launch area as you enter the park from Jennings Rd\, it’s ¼ of a mile into the park on your left. (map)  \nLeader: Matthew Spoor \n  \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/the-big-sit-at-independence-lake-county-park-2/
LOCATION:Independence Lake County Park\, 3200 Jennings Rd\, Whitmore Lake\, MI\, 48189\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231012T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231012T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
CREATED:20230720T233649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T001127Z
UID:10000513-1697097600-1697106600@washtenawbna.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Fall Migration Walks at Nichols Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday mornings through October at Nichols Arboretum as we search for fall migrants. These walks are a great opportunity to join with other birders of all skill levels. In addition to the birds\, the Arb’s trees and other flora offer delights of their own.  \nDirections: Meet at the east end of the arboretum at the Dow Prairie entrance. From Geddes Ave.\, turn north onto Riverview Dr. and stay right until it terminates at Riverview Ct. cul-de-sac. \nCurious about what birds you may see? Explore photos taken at the Arb in the months of September and October here. Or\, view an eBird illustrated checklist for September at the Arb here.  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/thursday-fall-migration-walks-at-nichols-arboretum-2/2023-10-12/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231015T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231015T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
CREATED:20230925T010818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T132618Z
UID:10000526-1697353200-1697378400@washtenawbna.org
SUMMARY:Michigan State Bird Observatory Banding Stations
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce our first field trip to the Michigan State Bird Observatory (MSBO) where we will have the opportunity to observe research and field biologists in action as the capture and band birds. More about the observatory can be found here. More \nThe MSBO operates two bird banding stations – the Burke Lake Banding Station (2011 – present) and the Corey Marsh Banding Station (2019 to present). Each can accommodate up to 20 people so we will limit registrations to 40. There are two stations two miles apart that can accommodate 20 people each. We will work out final logistics as we get close and see how many folks we have. The have a great web page on logistics and what to expect once you are there\, here. We will likely stay at the banding stations for a few hours and then maybe bird a hotspot or to in the area before we head home. \nRegistration Required. Please register below. \nDirections: We will want to carpool as much as we can so\, please plan to meet at the Miller Road Park and Ride for a 7:00 am departure with plans to arrive at the banding stations around 8:00am. \nIn an attempt to expedite carpooling logistics before we depart\, please fill out this carpooling form. If you prefer not to carpool\, that can be indicated on the form. \n**ADA: If you are in a wheelchair\, or have other accessibility needs\, there is a ramp that allows visitors to get into the bird banding barn to view the banding process and see birds up close. Please let us know up front so we can make sure you are in the correct group visiting that station. \n 
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/michigan-state-bird-observatory-banding-stations/
LOCATION:Miller Park & Ride\, 3001 Miller Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231019T103000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Fall Migration Walks at Nichols Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday mornings through October at Nichols Arboretum as we search for fall migrants. These walks are a great opportunity to join with other birders of all skill levels. In addition to the birds\, the Arb’s trees and other flora offer delights of their own.  \nDirections: Meet at the east end of the arboretum at the Dow Prairie entrance. From Geddes Ave.\, turn north onto Riverview Dr. and stay right until it terminates at Riverview Ct. cul-de-sac. \nCurious about what birds you may see? Explore photos taken at the Arb in the months of September and October here. Or\, view an eBird illustrated checklist for September at the Arb here.  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/thursday-fall-migration-walks-at-nichols-arboretum-2/2023-10-19/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231026T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231026T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
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SUMMARY:Thursday Fall Migration Walks at Nichols Arboretum
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday mornings through October at Nichols Arboretum as we search for fall migrants. These walks are a great opportunity to join with other birders of all skill levels. In addition to the birds\, the Arb’s trees and other flora offer delights of their own.  \nDirections: Meet at the east end of the arboretum at the Dow Prairie entrance. From Geddes Ave.\, turn north onto Riverview Dr. and stay right until it terminates at Riverview Ct. cul-de-sac. \nCurious about what birds you may see? Explore photos taken at the Arb in the months of September and October here. Or\, view an eBird illustrated checklist for September at the Arb here.  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/thursday-fall-migration-walks-at-nichols-arboretum-2/2023-10-26/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231029T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T153758Z
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SUMMARY:Waterfowl at Watkins Lake State Park and County Preserve
DESCRIPTION:This gem features beautiful rolling land covered in a mixture of open meadow\, mixed hardwoods\, low wetland areas\, open water\, and the property’s most popular feature\, Watkins Lake. Watkins Lake has been designated a Waterfowl Refuge by MDNR due to the significant habitat provided for migrating and breeding birds; many species of ducks\, geese\, grebes\, and more may be seen\, especially in spring and fall. The park also has historical significance as being part of the Underground Railroad and being awarded membership to the Network to Freedom program through the National Park Service (read more here). \nDirections: A Recreation Passport is required for each vehicle entering the park. Meet at the main parking lot on Arnold Rd (map).  \nCarpooling: For those interested in carpooling\, we will depart from the Miller Road Park and Ride (map) at 8:15 am. \nLeaders: Juliet Berger and Matthew Spoor \n  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \n  \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/waterfowl-at-watkins-lake-state-park-and-county-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Watkins Lake State Park\, 4VH6+WR\, Brooklyn\, MI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20231118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20231118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190300
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SUMMARY:Belle Isle State Park with Oakland Audubon
DESCRIPTION:Join WAS friends and Oakland Audubon Society for a tour of this State Park\, a gem on the Detroit River. We’ll search for waterfowl\, gulls\, waders\, raptors and other goodies on the river and in the woods. We’ll tour mostly by car\, but will stop and get out with scopes and binoculars. A mile long walk in the interior is planned for migrating songbirds and other feathered friends. \nDirections: Meet at the Nature Center parking lot (map) at 8 am sharp. For those interested in carpooling\, we will meet at the Plymouth Road Park and Ride (map) for a 7:00 am departure. A State Park Recreation Passport is required to drive on the island. \nLeaders : Don Burlett & Jeff Stacy \n  \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending the walk and would like the eBird checklist shared with you\, please give us your email or eBird username here (you may do this onsite well): tinyurl.com/eBirdList \nAll are welcome and encouraged to join us. New to birding? Bird curious? No binoculars? No problem! There is no better way to learn than to get out in the field with experienced birders that love to help. Plus\, you get to meet awesome people. Absolutely everyone is welcome and encouraged to come out. We will have many pairs of quality binoculars on hand for anyone to use.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/belle-isle-state-park-with-oakland-audubon-2/
LOCATION:Belle Isle Nature Center\, 176 Lakeside Drive\, Detroit\, MI\, 48207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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