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SUMMARY:Washtenaw May Count and World Migratory Bird Day
DESCRIPTION:Please join dozens of enthusiastic volunteers for the Washtenaw County May Count\, on World Migratory Bird Day and eBird’s Global Big Day. This event is a day to be out there counting all the birds we can find\, and it’s a super fun Big Day! \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER! \nJuliet Berger is the organizer for this countywide count\, which uses eBird to benefit bird science with its comprehensive results. The organizer divides the county into townships\, each of which has an Area Leader. Leaders recruit additional volunteers to count birds throughout their area. \nWe could always use more volunteers across the county\, as well as a couple of township leaders. Come join in the fun and go birding!  \nWashtenaw County May Count Organizer and Compiler: Juliet Berger \nHere are the basics for volunteers: \n\nEvery counter should use eBird to record birds at every site you visit for birding.\nSave each list indicating 2 observers\, even if you are the only observer. This enables the sharing option via mobile devices\, which you need in the next step.\nShare each list with the eBird township username for the township in which you are birding. These usernames are in the table below. Please do this as soon as possible; preferably by the end of the day\, but certainly by the end of the weekend.\n\nPlease see these helpful documents regarding the count: \n\nWashtenaw County May Count eBird Usernames (PDF) – also shown below\nTownship species checklist\, sorted taxonomically (PDF)\nTownship species checklist\, sorted alphabetically (PDF)\nUnusual/rare species list and documentation requirements (PDF)\nWashtenaw County Map of Townships (PDF)\n2026 Instructions for Area Leaders (PDF)\n\nWashtenaw County Coordinator/Compiler: Juliet Berger \nArea Leaders: \n\n\n\n\n	TownshipArea LeaderTownship eBird Username\n\n\n\n\n	Ann ArborJuliet BergerWasMayCount-Ann\n\n\n	AugustaTim McKayWasMayCount-Aug\n\n\n	BridgewaterRussell RyanWasMayCount-Bri\n\n\n	DexterTBD/Juliet BergerWasMayCount-Dex\n\n\n	FreedomCarol WatsonWasMayCount-Fre\n\n\n	LimaCarol WatsonWasMayCount-Lim\n\n\n	LodiJuliet BergerWasMayCount-Lod\n\n\n	LyndonCathy TheisenWasMayCount-Lyn\n\n\n	ManchesterSilas BialeckiWasMayCount-Man\n\n\n	NorthfieldGreg JacksWasMayCount-Nor\n\n\n	PittsfieldJacco GelderloosWasMayCount-Pit\n\n\n	SalemJoe KennedyWasMayCount-Sal\n\n\n	SalineRussell RyanWasMayCount-Sln\n\n\n	ScioDiana KernWasMayCount-Sci\n\n\n	SharonFrancie KrawkeWasMayCount-Sha\n\n\n	SuperiorAndy DettlingWasMayCount-Sup\n\n\n	SylvanBob MaddoxWasMayCount-Syl\n\n\n	WebsterFaye StonerWasMayCount-Web\n\n\n	YorkTim McKayWasMayCount-Yor\n\n\n	YpsilantiBill Nolting\nDonna ParmeleeWasMayCount-Yps\n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/washtenaw-may-count-and-world-migratory-bird-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260511T180000
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SUMMARY:Monday Evening Migration at Matthaei
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk through the trails at the Matthaei Botanical Gardens to look and listen for birds during their northern migration. This leisurely stroll will wind through the woods on the Botanical Gardens’ well-maintained dirt paths and will involve ~2 miles of walking or less. \nThe pond often hosts waterfowl and shorebirds\, and the trails will take us through excellent habitat to look for warblers\, thrushes\, flycatchers\, the occasional cuckoo\, and other birds that briefly pass through Washtenaw County as they head north to their breeding grounds (and we’ll be sure to take notice of our local birds\, too!). \nAll are welcome to attend\, and please note that it is perfectly appropriate to attend for only a portion of the walk and depart as needed. New birders are especially encouraged to come along—the very best way to learn more about birds and birding is to spend time in the field. Please join us! \nVisit Matthaei’s eBird hotspot page to see what species have been recently seen at the Botanical Gardens. \nLeader: James Weir\nDirections: Meet in front of the main entrance to the Matthaei Botanical Gardens building at 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. \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/monday-evening-migration-at-matthaei/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Matthaei Botanical Gardens\, 1800 N Dixboro Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48105\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Evening Birders
DESCRIPTION:Location Update 5/11: The 5/12 Tuesday evening birders will meet at Birdsong Preserve on Vreeland Road at 6pm. We will spend some time exploring Birdsong for locals and migrating rarities and then head to LeFurge Nature Area to look and listen for the Least Bittern that has been seen there in recent days. \nEach Tuesday Evening Birders will feature a new trip leader and location of their choice. These events have produced many memories and stories over the years and often yield interesting birds. Each Tuesday in May\, we meet somewhere at 6pm\, often at Miller Rd. Park & Ride\, Plymouth Rd. Park & Ride\, or Meijer on Zeeb Rd.\, depending upon which direction in the county we are headed\, and leave from there.  \nPlease register and we will email you the meeting location at least 24 hours before as details for these walks tend to come together closer to the event than our other walks. \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. \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
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/tuesday-evening-birders-2/
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SUMMARY:Spring Migration Thursdays at The Arb
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Nichols Arboretum\, affectionately known as “The Arb”\, on Thursday mornings from March 26th through May 28th to observe migratory birds as they journey north. Participating in these walks offers a unique chance to observe species that are typically absent from our region during other times of the year. Many migratory birds\, such as various warblers\, thrushes\, and flycatchers\, pass through only during migration\, making this period the prime opportunity to witness these species locally. For instance\, birders have reported seeing more than 100 species during peak migration times\, including numerous warbler species. For a comprehensive overview of recent bird sightings and to enhance your birding experience\, you can refer to the Nichols Arboretum Hotspot Report from eBird. \nFeel free to join our Thursday morning bird walks for as long as your time permits; many attend for a portion of the walk and depart as needed. Your presence\, whether brief or extended\, contributes to the collective birding experience. \nWe look forward to birding with you this spring! \nLeader: Juliet Berger \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. (Map) \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/spring-migration-thursdays-at-the-arb-3-2/2026-05-14/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Birding the Pinky: A Conservation Fundraiser in the Northwest Lower Peninsula
DESCRIPTION:Join the Washtenaw Bird & Natural Alliance for a three-day trip to Michigan’s northwest lower peninsula. This trip is a fundraising event with a $100 suggested donation to support conservation and restoration work in Washtenaw County\, including our ongoing efforts at WBNA’s Searles Nature Preserve. Isaiah Clark and James Weir will lead the group and the trip is limited to 20 WBNA members. \nWe will travel to the Arcadia area in Manistee County on Thursday May 14\, and our birding will begin early Friday morning at Arcadia Marsh\, one of few remaining coastal marshes in Michigan that is visited by and home to scores of shorebird species and other breeding and migrant birds. From there\, we will work our way north toward Glen Arbor and the broader Leelanau County area\, stopping along the way to visit birding locations as well as a nature preserve known for extraordinary blooms of spring ephemeral flowers. \nThe group will stay in Glen Arbor on Friday and Saturday night and bird the surrounding areas on Saturday and Sunday. We will search for migrating and breeding warblers\, visit the famous Piping Plovers at Sleeping Bear Point\, look for Common Loons in historical breeding locations\, and hope to encounter least and American Bitterns\, rails\, Ruffed Grouse\, falcons and other raptors—including late-departing Rough-Legged Hawks—numerous sparrow species including Clay-Colored\, Upland Sandpipers\, Meadowlark and Bobolink\, cuckoos\, Yellow-Throated and other vireos\, and a wide variety of other migrating and local species. \nThis trip is designed to be flexible for participants. If you are unable to travel north on Thursday evening\, you can meet the group later on Friday in Glen Arbor (note: Arcadia Marsh is our best stop for shorebirds\, so shorb enthusiasts are encouraged to join for Friday morning). Similarly\, we will have birding opportunities all day on Sunday if you want to maximize your time and stay another night\, while those who need to leave on Sunday afternoon are welcome to do so. \nThe general rhythm for each day will be an early start with an active morning of birding until a group lunch. We will have a break in the afternoon\, during which participants can rest\, join informal activities such as a bike ride on the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail or a drive along Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive\, or do more birding! The group will reconvene in the late afternoon/early evening for more birding and dinner. \nMost of the birding will involve low-impact walking and mild hiking on paved paths\, dirt and stone trails\, and sand. There will be one ~2-3 mile hike with a section of moderate to steep incline on a gravel trail; while the hiking pace will be slow\, it may not be suitable for those with lower endurance or mobility issues. \nTo get a sense of the birds and locations\, you can review this eBird trip report from 2023 and this one from 2025. \nEach participant is responsible for their own accommodation and incidentals like food and drink. We will share suggested hotels and areas to look for Airbnbs or other rentals with registrants (expect to pay ~$120-$150 per night\, depending on choice of hotel or rental). These and other details will be shared with participants after registration. \nTo register\, please fill out this form. Note: We will send email confirmations after you register\, and we will update this site and start a waiting list if the trip reaches capacity. \nVolunteers are planning this event and 100% of proceeds will be applied to conservation and restoration\, including the purchase of tools for invasive species removal for WBNA volunteer workdays\, prescribed burns\, and other related activities. \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to James Weir at jamesweir@washtenawbna.org.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/birding-the-pinky-a-conservation-fundraiser-in-the-northwest-lower-peninsula/
LOCATION:Northwest Lower Michigan
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T070000
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SUMMARY:Warbler Wonderland at Magee Marsh
DESCRIPTION:This trip needs no introduction! If you haven’t experienced this North American warbler hotspot\, now is the time. Magee Marsh is famous for its up-close views of migrating warblers\, and you won’t want to miss the excitement. Visit mageemarsh.org to learn more about this incredible birding destination. \nAfter spending the morning at Magee\, many of us continue birding at nearby Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge or Howard Marsh. You can plan to stay into the afternoon or wrap up your visit by late morning if needed. \nFor a comprehensive species list and captivating photos from last year’s trip\, please refer to the 2025 Trip Report. \nDirections: Meet at 7:00 am at warbler sign at boardwalk here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PXD3EjnfmPWJKXBb7 \nTrip Leaders: Juliet Berger & Sarah Surato \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 eBird 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
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/warbler-wonderland-at-magee-marsh/
LOCATION:Magee Marsh Boardwalk
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Beginning Birders Series
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday between April 17 and May 22\, 2026\, we will take our time to observe and discuss identification of some of the more common birds of Ann Arbor. This is a great series of walks for folks that would like to learn more about bird identification. Of course\, all are welcome to attend any of our bird walks\, but this one will be geared toward those with little or no experience. We will have extra binoculars on hand for anyone that needs them. \nDirections: Meet at the east end of the arboretum near the Dow Prairie entrance on Riverview Court (map) \nLeader: Gaia Stanley \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/beginning-birders-series-2/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Riverview Court\, 174-196 Riverview Ct.\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T180000
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SUMMARY:Monday Evening Migration at Matthaei
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk through the trails at the Matthaei Botanical Gardens to look and listen for birds during their northern migration. This leisurely stroll will wind through the woods on the Botanical Gardens’ well-maintained dirt paths and will involve ~2 miles of walking or less. \nThe pond often hosts waterfowl and shorebirds\, and the trails will take us through excellent habitat to look for warblers\, thrushes\, flycatchers\, the occasional cuckoo\, and other birds that briefly pass through Washtenaw County as they head north to their breeding grounds (and we’ll be sure to take notice of our local birds\, too!). \nAll are welcome to attend\, and please note that it is perfectly appropriate to attend for only a portion of the walk and depart as needed. New birders are especially encouraged to come along—the very best way to learn more about birds and birding is to spend time in the field. Please join us! \nVisit Matthaei’s eBird hotspot page to see what species have been recently seen at the Botanical Gardens. \nLeader: James Weir\nDirections: Meet in front of the main entrance to the Matthaei Botanical Gardens building at 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. \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/monday-evening-migration-at-matthaei/2026-05-18/
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:20260519T180000
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SUMMARY:UPDATED! Tuesday Evening Birders
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE! On May 19\, Tuesday Evening Birders will meet at Embury Road\, Chelsea. This is a 35-45 minute drive from downtown Ann Arbor. Meet and park to the side on Embury Road just after turning off of North Territorial at 6:00 PM. We will walk the road north past the Waterloo-Pinckney Trail intersection and back to our cars. Target birds are Blue-winged Warbler\, Hooded Warbler\, Acadian Flycatcher\, both cuckoos\, Great-Crested Flycatcher and more. For those who are interested\, after Embury Road we will travel a couple of miles to the Green Lake Access campground for whip-poor-wills. Please register below. Leaders are Juliet Berger and Matt Spoor.  \nEach Tuesday Evening Birders will feature a new trip leader and location of their choice. These events have produced many memories and stories over the years and often yield interesting birds. Each Tuesday in May\, we meet somewhere at 6pm\, often at Miller Rd. Park & Ride\, Plymouth Rd. Park & Ride\, or Meijer on Zeeb Rd.\, depending upon which direction in the county we are headed\, and leave from there.  \nPlease register and we will email you the meeting location at least 24 hours before as details for these walks tend to come together closer to the event than our other walks. \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. \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
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/tuesday-evening-birders-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T193000
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SUMMARY:Bird-Friendly Gardening and the Bird City Program
DESCRIPTION:Kelsey Dehring\, Parks Naturalist with Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission and Linda Smith of Michigan Audubon will join us for a joint discussion of gardening techniques for the home gardener to make their gardens more bird and pollinator friendly\, and to explain about the International Bird City Network and how and why Bird City Michigan was launched. \nAnn Arbor became an official Bird City in 2025. \nLinda Smith is the Director of Partnerships for Michigan Audubon and leads Michigan Audubon’s Bird City Michigan initiative\, helping communities across the state build grassroots networks that take meaningful action for birds and nature. \nKelsey Dehring is a Parks Naturalist with Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation Commission. She runs the county’s Nest Box Monitoring and Archery Programs. \nThis program will be live streamed on our YouTube channel (click on the “LIVE” link appearing on our channel when the program is in session).
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/bird-friendly-gardening-and-the-bird-city-program/
LOCATION:Ann Arbor District Library: Downtown\, 343 South Fifth Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T080000
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SUMMARY:Spring Migration Thursdays at The Arb
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Nichols Arboretum\, affectionately known as “The Arb”\, on Thursday mornings from March 26th through May 28th to observe migratory birds as they journey north. Participating in these walks offers a unique chance to observe species that are typically absent from our region during other times of the year. Many migratory birds\, such as various warblers\, thrushes\, and flycatchers\, pass through only during migration\, making this period the prime opportunity to witness these species locally. For instance\, birders have reported seeing more than 100 species during peak migration times\, including numerous warbler species. For a comprehensive overview of recent bird sightings and to enhance your birding experience\, you can refer to the Nichols Arboretum Hotspot Report from eBird. \nFeel free to join our Thursday morning bird walks for as long as your time permits; many attend for a portion of the walk and depart as needed. Your presence\, whether brief or extended\, contributes to the collective birding experience. \nWe look forward to birding with you this spring! \nLeader: Juliet Berger \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. (Map) \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/spring-migration-thursdays-at-the-arb-3-2/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190938
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SUMMARY:Beginning Birders Series
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday between April 17 and May 22\, 2026\, we will take our time to observe and discuss identification of some of the more common birds of Ann Arbor. This is a great series of walks for folks that would like to learn more about bird identification. Of course\, all are welcome to attend any of our bird walks\, but this one will be geared toward those with little or no experience. We will have extra binoculars on hand for anyone that needs them. \nDirections: Meet at the east end of the arboretum near the Dow Prairie entrance on Riverview Court (map) \nLeader: Gaia Stanley \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/beginning-birders-series-2/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Riverview Court\, 174-196 Riverview Ct.\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190938
CREATED:20260513T234309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T234309Z
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SUMMARY:Black Birders Week Kickoff Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon walk as we kickoff Black Birders Week 2025! We will start at the playground in Wheeler Park\, located in a historically Black neighborhood and named after Ann Arbor’s first Black mayor\, Albert Wheeler. \nWe will walk around the park to learn some of the history of the park and then head to the underground walkway to Argo Park. Everyone and all ages are welcome. Bring binoculars if you have them. We will have extra pairs if you need some. \nDirections: Meet at Wheeler Park playground\, 200 Depot Street\, Ann Arbor \nLeader: Victor Chen \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/black-birders-week-kickoff-walk-2/
LOCATION:Wheeler Park\, Depot Street\, Ann Arbor\, Michigan\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190938
CREATED:20260524T182402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T182402Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Evening Migration at Matthaei
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk through the trails at the Matthaei Botanical Gardens to look and listen for birds during their northern migration. This leisurely stroll will wind through the woods on the Botanical Gardens’ well-maintained dirt paths and will involve ~2 miles of walking or less. \nThe pond often hosts waterfowl and shorebirds\, and the trails will take us through excellent habitat to look for warblers\, thrushes\, flycatchers\, the occasional cuckoo\, and other birds that briefly pass through Washtenaw County as they head north to their breeding grounds (and we’ll be sure to take notice of our local birds\, too!). \nAll are welcome to attend\, and please note that it is perfectly appropriate to attend for only a portion of the walk and depart as needed. New birders are especially encouraged to come along—the very best way to learn more about birds and birding is to spend time in the field. Please join us! \nVisit Matthaei’s eBird hotspot page to see what species have been recently seen at the Botanical Gardens. \nLeader: Isaiah Clark\nDirections: Meet in front of the main entrance to the Matthaei Botanical Gardens building at 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. \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/monday-evening-migration-at-matthaei-3/
LOCATION:Matthaei Botanical Gardens\, 1800 N Dixboro Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T220000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190938
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T131850Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Evening Birders
DESCRIPTION:Update 5/26: We will meet at the Miller Road Park & Ride at 6 p.m. for the May 26 Tuesday Evening Birders and head to Sharon Mills North. If you’re coming from west of Ann Arbor and want to meet us at Sharon Mills North\, the group should arrive at the birding location around 6:40 p.m. or so. See you all tonight! \nEach Tuesday Evening Birders will feature a new trip leader and location of their choice. These events have produced many memories and stories over the years and often yield interesting birds. Each Tuesday in May\, we meet somewhere at 6pm\, often at Miller Rd. Park & Ride\, Plymouth Rd. Park & Ride\, or Meijer on Zeeb Rd.\, depending upon which direction in the county we are headed\, and leave from there.  \nPlease register and we will email you the meeting location at least 24 hours before as details for these walks tend to come together closer to the event than our other walks. \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. \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
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/tuesday-evening-birders-4/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190938
CREATED:20260505T005739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T005739Z
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SUMMARY:Black Birders Week Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Black Birders Week as we join members of the Ypsilanti and the greater birding communities in this outdoor event. At this event\, we will have activities set up by the following organizations: \n\nHuron River Watershed Council\nLeslie Science and Nature Center\nMichigan Audubon Society\nRyan Henyard Creative Photography\nYpsilanti District Library\nWashtenaw Bird and Nature Alliance\n\nWhether you are a seasoned birder or new to birds\, come on out and celebrate with us. We encourage you to bring neighbors and friends. \nLocation: Erickson Elementary School and Nancy Park\n1427 Levona St\, Ypsilanti \nParking: Since parking at the school might be limited\, please park on surrounding streets and walk to the back area of the school connected to Nancy Park \nTime: 4:30 – 6:00 pm (drop in for some or all of the event) \n 
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/black-birders-week-extravaganza/
LOCATION:Erickson Elementary School\, 1427 Levona St.\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260528T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260528T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190938
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SUMMARY:Spring Migration Thursdays at The Arb
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Nichols Arboretum\, affectionately known as “The Arb”\, on Thursday mornings from March 26th through May 28th to observe migratory birds as they journey north. Participating in these walks offers a unique chance to observe species that are typically absent from our region during other times of the year. Many migratory birds\, such as various warblers\, thrushes\, and flycatchers\, pass through only during migration\, making this period the prime opportunity to witness these species locally. For instance\, birders have reported seeing more than 100 species during peak migration times\, including numerous warbler species. For a comprehensive overview of recent bird sightings and to enhance your birding experience\, you can refer to the Nichols Arboretum Hotspot Report from eBird. \nFeel free to join our Thursday morning bird walks for as long as your time permits; many attend for a portion of the walk and depart as needed. Your presence\, whether brief or extended\, contributes to the collective birding experience. \nWe look forward to birding with you this spring! \nLeader: Juliet Berger \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. (Map) \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/spring-migration-thursdays-at-the-arb-3-2/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190938
CREATED:20260324T112620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T195823Z
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SUMMARY:Bike and Bird Event - with the Bicycle Alliance of Washtenaw
DESCRIPTION:Do you like biking? Do you like birds? Join us for this collaborative event where we will go for a low-intensity bike ride down the Huron River\, followed by a bird walk through Parker Mill Park. We will start at Mitchell Field with an ABC Bike check\, leave Mitchell around 9:30 am and bike down the B2B trail to Parker Mill. There\, we will leave our bikes with a volunteer from the Bike Alliance and take a walk through the nature area to look for birds. We plan to arrive at Parker Mill around 10 am. \nFeel free to bike to Mitchell or drive to Mitchell with your bikes. Bring appropriate safety equipment\, binoculars\, and water. \nLeaders: Victor Chen and Sarah Surato \nAddress: 1900 Fuller Road (Mitchell Field)
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/bike-and-bird-event-with-the-bike-alliance-of-washtenaw/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260531T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190938
CREATED:20250928T123729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T163524Z
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SUMMARY:Ecological Restoration at Searles Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Did you know Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance owns a nature preserve? We do! Searles Nature Preserve is a 50-acre natural area that protects the headwaters of Stony Creek. \nDid you also know that 97% of North American land birds rely on animal\, mostly insect\, protein to raise their young? Most insects depend on specific native host plants for reproduction — which means a healthy\, diverse plant community is essential for sustaining bird populations. Learn more here. \nJoin us as we remove invasive species and improve habitat diversity to support the birds we love. Tools and guidance are provided. Please bring leather work gloves if you have them — we’ll also have some available to borrow. Wear long pants\, tall socks\, and closed-toe shoes or boots. \nDirections: Meet at the entrance to the preserve on Bolla Road between Crane and Stony Creek Roads. Map here
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/ecological-restoration-at-searles-nature-preserve/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Searles Nature Preserve\, 585V+4J Ypsilanti\, Michigan\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260601T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190938
CREATED:20260524T182325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T182500Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Evening Migration at Matthaei
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk through the trails at the Matthaei Botanical Gardens to look and listen for birds during their northern migration. This leisurely stroll will wind through the woods on the Botanical Gardens’ well-maintained dirt paths and will involve ~2 miles of walking or less. \nThe pond often hosts waterfowl and shorebirds\, and the trails will take us through excellent habitat to look for warblers\, thrushes\, flycatchers\, the occasional cuckoo\, and other birds that briefly pass through Washtenaw County as they head north to their breeding grounds (and we’ll be sure to take notice of our local birds\, too!). \nAll are welcome to attend\, and please note that it is perfectly appropriate to attend for only a portion of the walk and depart as needed. New birders are especially encouraged to come along—the very best way to learn more about birds and birding is to spend time in the field. Please join us! \nVisit Matthaei’s eBird hotspot page to see what species have been recently seen at the Botanical Gardens. \nLeader: James Weir\nDirections: Meet in front of the main entrance to the Matthaei Botanical Gardens building at 1800 N. Dixboro Rd. \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/monday-evening-migration-at-matthaei-2/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Matthaei Botanical Gardens\, 1800 N Dixboro Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260613T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260613T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190938
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T203554Z
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SUMMARY:Prothonotary Paddle
DESCRIPTION:It has not been long since the beautiful Prothonotary Warbler began breeding along this stretch of the Huron River from Hudson Mills through Delhi Metropark and beyond. They sing their cheery song from close to their cavity nests along the river and are best viewed from the water. There are always a large variety of other birds to see on this great float. \nThe trip is eight miles long\, and usually takes about 3 ½ hours to complete\, but we’ll stop for good birds\, a picnic\, etc.\, and your car will be waiting for you at the other end. We will have a picnic spot picked out that is approximately halfway\, for those who wish to stay with the group. Bring your own picnic and beverages. \nBook your own boat(s) for the “Hudson Mills to Delhi Metropark Long Trip” directly from Skip’s Canoe Livery at paddlethehuron.com and review the details on their site. Make sure to select the 9am option on June 13th. On the day of the event\, if you are renting a canoe/kayak\, we recommend arriving at Skip’s by 8:30 to check-in\, park\, and pick up the required\, provided personal flotation device. \n  \nPaddlers with their own boats\, meet at Hudson Mills\, Rapids View area (map here) to launch by 9:00 a.m.. The crew from Skips depart at 9 a.m. and arrive at the Hudson Mills launch at 9:30 a.m.. The two groups will connect on the water with the Skips crew waiting for the boat owners that should see us as they float downriver at 9:30 a.m. \n\nLeaders: Juliet Berger \neBird Checklist Signup: If you are attending this event 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.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/prothonotary-paddle-4/
LOCATION:Skip’s Huron River Canoe Livery\, 3902 E Delhi Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260617T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190938
CREATED:20260520T204436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T204821Z
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SUMMARY:Matt Hack: “Tracking Songbird Migration Using Geolocators”
DESCRIPTION:We are currently living in a golden age of rapid discovery explaining the mysteries of bird migration. A variety of new technologies are currently being developed to better understand how\, where\, and why birds migrate. A key tool in studying the biology of migratory birds is the geolocator — a small tracking device attached to a migrating bird that can reveal the journeys and destinations the bird experiences throughout the year. As part of his University of Michigan dissertation research\, Matt Hack has spent the past three summers stationed at the UMich Biological Station in the northern Lower Peninsula\, attaching geolocators to several species of songbirds that share their breeding grounds in the boreal forest but migrate to a wide range of destinations and climates to spend their winters. He has two primary goals behind tracking these birds — to uncover the timelines and destinations of their migration journeys\, and to use that information to better understand how different migration strategies can affect the ecology of these travelers. He is excited to share what he has learned in the process! \n 
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/matt-hack-tracking-songbird-migration-using-geolocators/
LOCATION:Ann Arbor District Library: Downtown\, 343 South Fifth Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T190938
CREATED:20250928T123729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T163524Z
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SUMMARY:Ecological Restoration at Searles Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Did you know Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance owns a nature preserve? We do! Searles Nature Preserve is a 50-acre natural area that protects the headwaters of Stony Creek. \nDid you also know that 97% of North American land birds rely on animal\, mostly insect\, protein to raise their young? Most insects depend on specific native host plants for reproduction — which means a healthy\, diverse plant community is essential for sustaining bird populations. Learn more here. \nJoin us as we remove invasive species and improve habitat diversity to support the birds we love. Tools and guidance are provided. Please bring leather work gloves if you have them — we’ll also have some available to borrow. Wear long pants\, tall socks\, and closed-toe shoes or boots. \nDirections: Meet at the entrance to the preserve on Bolla Road between Crane and Stony Creek Roads. Map here
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/ecological-restoration-at-searles-nature-preserve/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Searles Nature Preserve\, 585V+4J Ypsilanti\, Michigan\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260726T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260726T150000
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SUMMARY:Ecological Restoration at Searles Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Did you know Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance owns a nature preserve? We do! Searles Nature Preserve is a 50-acre natural area that protects the headwaters of Stony Creek. \nDid you also know that 97% of North American land birds rely on animal\, mostly insect\, protein to raise their young? Most insects depend on specific native host plants for reproduction — which means a healthy\, diverse plant community is essential for sustaining bird populations. Learn more here. \nJoin us as we remove invasive species and improve habitat diversity to support the birds we love. Tools and guidance are provided. Please bring leather work gloves if you have them — we’ll also have some available to borrow. Wear long pants\, tall socks\, and closed-toe shoes or boots. \nDirections: Meet at the entrance to the preserve on Bolla Road between Crane and Stony Creek Roads. Map here
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/ecological-restoration-at-searles-nature-preserve/2026-07-26/
LOCATION:Searles Nature Preserve\, 585V+4J Ypsilanti\, Michigan\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260830T130000
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SUMMARY:Ecological Restoration at Searles Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Did you know Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance owns a nature preserve? We do! Searles Nature Preserve is a 50-acre natural area that protects the headwaters of Stony Creek. \nDid you also know that 97% of North American land birds rely on animal\, mostly insect\, protein to raise their young? Most insects depend on specific native host plants for reproduction — which means a healthy\, diverse plant community is essential for sustaining bird populations. Learn more here. \nJoin us as we remove invasive species and improve habitat diversity to support the birds we love. Tools and guidance are provided. Please bring leather work gloves if you have them — we’ll also have some available to borrow. Wear long pants\, tall socks\, and closed-toe shoes or boots. \nDirections: Meet at the entrance to the preserve on Bolla Road between Crane and Stony Creek Roads. Map here
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/ecological-restoration-at-searles-nature-preserve/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:Searles Nature Preserve\, 585V+4J Ypsilanti\, Michigan\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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SUMMARY:Annual Picnic and Wingnut Award Presentation
DESCRIPTION:New this year: Migration bird walk before the picnic! Come for the walk or the picnic or both! \nJoin us for the Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance Annual Picnic! In addition to connecting with fellow bird and nature enthusiasts\, we will present the 2024 Wingnut Award to the individual who identified the most bird species in Washtenaw County last year. \nBring a dish to share and drinks for yourself\, and feel free to use the onsite grill. Although there is no electricity\, we have our own picnic shelter for the entire group! Nearby\, you’ll find restrooms and the Huron River to cool off. We’ll also discuss our community efforts over the past year. Everyone is welcome\, so please join us! \nThere is a $10 per vehicle daily fee to enter. An annual pass is $40 for residents of Livingston\, Macomb\, Oakland\, Washtenaw and Wayne counties ($29 for seniors). Free passes can be checked out via the Ann Arbor District Library through the Michigan Activity Pass Program. \n9:30-11:30 AM: Migration bird walk\n12:00 PM: Picnic and Wingnut Award ceremony \nDirections: Meet at Dexter-Huron Metropark\, Shelter B (map here).
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/annual-picnic-and-wingnut-award-presentation/
LOCATION:Dexter-Huron Metropark\, 6535 Huron River Dr\, Dexter\, MI\, 48130\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ecological Restoration at Searles Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Did you know Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance owns a nature preserve? We do! Searles Nature Preserve is a 50-acre natural area that protects the headwaters of Stony Creek. \nDid you also know that 97% of North American land birds rely on animal\, mostly insect\, protein to raise their young? Most insects depend on specific native host plants for reproduction — which means a healthy\, diverse plant community is essential for sustaining bird populations. Learn more here. \nJoin us as we remove invasive species and improve habitat diversity to support the birds we love. Tools and guidance are provided. Please bring leather work gloves if you have them — we’ll also have some available to borrow. Wear long pants\, tall socks\, and closed-toe shoes or boots. \nDirections: Meet at the entrance to the preserve on Bolla Road between Crane and Stony Creek Roads. Map here
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/ecological-restoration-at-searles-nature-preserve/2026-09-27/
LOCATION:Searles Nature Preserve\, 585V+4J Ypsilanti\, Michigan\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261025T130000
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SUMMARY:Ecological Restoration at Searles Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Did you know Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance owns a nature preserve? We do! Searles Nature Preserve is a 50-acre natural area that protects the headwaters of Stony Creek. \nDid you also know that 97% of North American land birds rely on animal\, mostly insect\, protein to raise their young? Most insects depend on specific native host plants for reproduction — which means a healthy\, diverse plant community is essential for sustaining bird populations. Learn more here. \nJoin us as we remove invasive species and improve habitat diversity to support the birds we love. Tools and guidance are provided. Please bring leather work gloves if you have them — we’ll also have some available to borrow. Wear long pants\, tall socks\, and closed-toe shoes or boots. \nDirections: Meet at the entrance to the preserve on Bolla Road between Crane and Stony Creek Roads. Map here
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/ecological-restoration-at-searles-nature-preserve/2026-10-25/
LOCATION:Searles Nature Preserve\, 585V+4J Ypsilanti\, Michigan\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ecological Restoration at Searles Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Did you know Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance owns a nature preserve? We do! Searles Nature Preserve is a 50-acre natural area that protects the headwaters of Stony Creek. \nDid you also know that 97% of North American land birds rely on animal\, mostly insect\, protein to raise their young? Most insects depend on specific native host plants for reproduction — which means a healthy\, diverse plant community is essential for sustaining bird populations. Learn more here. \nJoin us as we remove invasive species and improve habitat diversity to support the birds we love. Tools and guidance are provided. Please bring leather work gloves if you have them — we’ll also have some available to borrow. Wear long pants\, tall socks\, and closed-toe shoes or boots. \nDirections: Meet at the entrance to the preserve on Bolla Road between Crane and Stony Creek Roads. Map here
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/ecological-restoration-at-searles-nature-preserve/2026-11-29/
LOCATION:Searles Nature Preserve\, 585V+4J Ypsilanti\, Michigan\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ecological Restoration at Searles Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Did you know Washtenaw Bird & Nature Alliance owns a nature preserve? We do! Searles Nature Preserve is a 50-acre natural area that protects the headwaters of Stony Creek. \nDid you also know that 97% of North American land birds rely on animal\, mostly insect\, protein to raise their young? Most insects depend on specific native host plants for reproduction — which means a healthy\, diverse plant community is essential for sustaining bird populations. Learn more here. \nJoin us as we remove invasive species and improve habitat diversity to support the birds we love. Tools and guidance are provided. Please bring leather work gloves if you have them — we’ll also have some available to borrow. Wear long pants\, tall socks\, and closed-toe shoes or boots. \nDirections: Meet at the entrance to the preserve on Bolla Road between Crane and Stony Creek Roads. Map here
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/ecological-restoration-at-searles-nature-preserve/2026-12-27/
LOCATION:Searles Nature Preserve\, 585V+4J Ypsilanti\, Michigan\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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