Migratory Bird Day at Howell Nature Center

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Saturday, May 11, 2024, 10:00am - 05:00pm

Discover the wonders of migration with possible visits from our animal ambassadors like Odin, Gilly, and Rufous, who, if ready, will share their stories from 12 to 3 at Critter Corner. Sometimes, our friends prefer the peace of their habitats, so their participation can be a fun surprise! Dive into bird-themed crafts, scavenger hunts, & raffles. Explore bird biology, join guided tours, and try Bird Bingo for prizes. Craft tables offer bird feeders to origami, celebrating the journey of migratory birds in a fun-filled day! Price includes admission to Wildlife Park and Alexandria’s Nature Scape.

Featuring interactive booths from: Michigan Audubon Society, Birds Unlimited, The Detroit Zoo, and the Bird Center of Michigan.

Tours: Come along on an hour-long tour of our wildlife park focusing on our feathered residents.

Animal Programs: Meet some of our raptor ambassadors at Critter Corner!

Birdie Crafts/ activities: Join us in Pineview to make some bird-themed crafts and activities like a scavenger hunt and raffles!

Biofacts Table: Ever wonder how soft owls are? Or what a hawk foot looks like up close? Stop by our biofacts table to see and touch some real bird biofacts

Admission for members is $12, non-members $15 and children $12. Register for this event here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/7tf6zqf/lp/6f657d5d-89b1-4f23-bc31-5fc4eb5add7e

Location Howell Nature Center 1005 Triangle Lake Rd Howell, MI

Contact (517) 546-0249

OUR MISSION

To improve the nesting success of the Eastern Bluebird & other native cavity-nesting birds in the state of Michigan through education of our members and the general public, as well as promoting active nest box management and habitat improvement.

We strongly believe in diversity, equity and inclusion of all without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, disability or age. We strive to welcome and engage with ALL. - the Michigan Bluebird Society

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MBS Does Bluebird Programs

If you would like someone to do an interesting program on bluebirds for your group,contact MBS to schedule a day and time. We can do talks to nature groups, civic organizations, schools, gardenclubs, etc. in most areas of the state. Go to our Contact Us page, and send a message to the Coordinator for your county. If there is not one for your county, contact Kurt Hagemeister, MBS President.