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SUMMARY:WBNA Goes to Costa Rica: With Ben Lucking
DESCRIPTION:Join super guide and WBNA member Ben Lucking on a trip to Costa Rica\, one of Central America’s most biologically diverse and bird rich countries. During a 10 day trip sponsored by WBNA\, participants saw 430+ bird species\, in addition to several mammals.\nBen Lucking leads tours for the Wings birding tour company\, and has birded and photographed birds in many countries. This program is on Zoom only\, there is no in-person meeting. \nZoom link:\nhttps://umich.zoom.us/j/93815178050?pwd=OXZInDb4ZTlTAPcynfA1p2tFYj4bp0.1 \nMeeting ID: 938 1517 8050\nPasscode: 554773
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/wbna-goes-to-costa-rica-with-ben-lucking/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Program
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SUMMARY:March BIPOC Bird Walk
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 birds at North Hydro Park and along the river. All ages and skill levels are invited. We will have extra binoculars if you do not have any. \nDirections: Meet at the entrance at the intersection of Ambassador and Woodale Drives. https://maps.app.goo.gl/x1khJjhKE6opW8oD6
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/march-bipoc-bird-walk/
LOCATION:North Hydro Park Winter Entrance\, 6C6W+WH5\, Ypsilanti Charter Twp
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SUMMARY:Ecological Restoration Workday 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 hosts the headwaters of Stony Creek. Did you also know that Ninety-seven percent of North American land birds require animal\, primarily insect\, protein to raise their young? Most insects require specific\, native\, host plants for successful reproduction and this is why supporting a biodiverse ecosystem of native plants is so important. More on this here: https://tinyl.io/93Ka \nJoin us as we work to remove invasive species and improve biodiversity to support the birds we love. Tools and know how will be provided. Please bring leather work gloves\, 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-workday-at-searles-nature-preserve-3/
LOCATION:Searles Nature Preserve\, 585V+4J Ypsilanti\, Michigan\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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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 27th through May 29th 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-3/2025-03-27/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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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 27th through May 29th 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-3/2025-04-03/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:Beginning Birders Series
DESCRIPTION:Each Friday during April and May\, 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 \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/beginning-birders-series/2025-04-04/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Riverview Court\, 174-196 Riverview Ct.\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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SUMMARY:BIPOC Bird Walk at Furstenberg Nature Area
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 early spring migrants. All ages and skill levels are invited. We will have extra binoculars if you do not have any. \nDirections:  Meet in the main Furstenberg parking lot by the bathrooms. \nLeader: Victor Chen
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/bipoc-bird-walk-at-furstenberg-nature-area-3/
LOCATION:Furstenberg Nature Area\, 2626 Fuller Road\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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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 27th through May 29th 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-3/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250411T090000
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SUMMARY:Beginning Birders Series
DESCRIPTION:Each Friday during April and May\, 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 \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/beginning-birders-series/2025-04-11/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Riverview Court\, 174-196 Riverview Ct.\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250412T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250412T113000
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SUMMARY:Washtenaw Elementary Science Olympiad (WESO) Feathered Friends Walk
DESCRIPTION:This event at Gallup Park is meant specifically for students participating in the WESO event “Feathered Friends.” We will take a walk through and around the park to look and listen for the birds in the area. All ages and skill levels are welcome. We will have extra binoculars if you do not have any. \nDirections: Meet at the Black Lives Matter sidewalk area near the large playground at Gallup Park. \nLeader: Victor Chen
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/washtenaw-elementary-science-olympiad-weso-feathered-friends-walk-3/
LOCATION:Gallup Park Playground\, 3175 Gallup Park Rd\, Ann Arbor\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250416T193000
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SUMMARY:Birding Peru With Ben Lucking
DESCRIPTION:Join WBNA member Ben Lucking on a trip to Peru\, one of Latin America’s most biologically diverse and bird rich countries. Ben has birded and photographed the birds of Peru a number of times. Peru has over 1880 bird species\, in addition to a large number of mammals. \nBen Lucking leads tours for the Wings birding tour company\, as well as private tours\, and has birded and photographed birds in many countries. \nThis program is in person at the downtown Ann Arbor District Library\, and will be  live streamed on YouTube Live. \nClick here to find the YouTube Live link!
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/birding-peru-with-ben-lucking/
LOCATION:Ann Arbor District Library: Downtown\, 343 South Fifth Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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