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SUMMARY:BIPOC Bird Walk at North Hydro 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 waterfowl and winter birds. All ages and skill levels are invited. We will have extra binoculars if you do not have any. \nDirections:  Meet at the entrance by Ambassador Drive and Woodale Ave. If there is snow on the ground\, be sure to wear boots. \nLeader: Victor Chen \n 
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/bipoc-bird-walk-at-north-hydro-park-2/
LOCATION:North Hydro Park Winter Entrance\, 6C6W+WH5\, Ypsilanti Charter Twp
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SUMMARY:Celebrating 20 Years of Peregrine Falcons in Ann Arbor
DESCRIPTION:Join former WBNA President and current Michigan Audubon and Kirtland’s Warbler Alliance board member Ray Stocking as he looks back on 20 years since the first post-delisting Peregrine Falcon sighting in Ann Arbor—one of Washtenaw County’s most uplifting wildlife comeback stories. \nRay will take us through the Peregrine’s dramatic journey in Michigan—from near extinction in the mid‑1900s due to DDT\, to its inspiring rebound after the pesticide ban in the 1970s. He’ll share memories from that exciting March 2006 sighting that had local birders buzzing (and maybe a little overexcitement from the University of Michigan!)\, plus stories about the early struggles of these falcons trying to nest atop the Burton Memorial Tower on U‑M’s campus. \nThanks to the teamwork of WBNA\, the Michigan DNR\, the University of Michigan\, and others\, nest boxes placed across key campus buildings helped Peregrines reclaim the city skyline. It’s a true celebration of resilience\, collaboration\, and the enduring spirit of conservation. \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). \nPhoto credit Barb Baldinger
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/celebrating-20-years-of-peregrine-falcons-in-ann-arbor/
LOCATION:Ann Arbor District Library: Downtown\, 343 South Fifth Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bird and Nature Walk with Ypsilanti Library - Hewen's Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we partner with the Ypsilanti District Library in a nature walk through Hewen’s Creek Park. We will meet at the park entrance located at 6547 Bemis Road. Bring sturdy\, water-resistant shoes as the park is likely to be wet and muddy from all the rain. \nIf you have binoculars\, bring them. Otherwise\, we will have some extra pairs available for you.
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/bird-and-nature-walk-with-ypsilanti-library-hewens-creek-park/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T080000
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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-3-2/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Nichols Arboretum – Dow Prairie\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103\, United States
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SUMMARY:Annual One Road Challenge
DESCRIPTION:This is a friendly team birding competition where teams pick one road in the county to see how many birds they can see in a morning along that road. If you have a team\, great. If not\, that’s OK too; register and we will help set you up with a team. \nMore details and competition rules can be found here. If you have any questions\, please feel free to reach out to James Weir at jamesweir@washtenawbna.org. \nEveryone is welcome to join the teams for lunch and tally rally at 11:30 AM at Holiday’s Restaurant\, located at 2080 W Stadium Blvd. in Ann Arbor. \nNo need to participate in the event to join us for lunch and hear the great birding stories of the day! If you plan to join the lunch but have not sighed up for the Challenge\, please email fieldtrips@washtenawbna.org so we can include you in the reservation.  \n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.One Road Challenge RegistrationPlease register below. Please include the team leader and all team members along with your team name below. Once registrations complete\, you will receive an email conformation of your registration.Registration Type *I am registering a teamI am registering to be placed on a teamTeam & Leader InformationTeam Name *What road will your team drive?Registrant Name *FirstLastEmail *Mobile Phone *Additional Team MembersTeammate 1FirstLastTeammate 2FirstLastTeammate 3FirstLastTeammate 4FirstLastSubmit
URL:https://washtenawbna.org/event/annual-one-road-challenge-2/
LOCATION:MI
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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/2026-03-29/
LOCATION:Searles Nature Preserve\, 585V+4J Ypsilanti\, Michigan\, Ypsilanti\, MI\, 48197\, United States
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