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Home | Events
The front of the Overlook Building is shown on an autumn day.

January-March | Bird Sanctuary Overlook Building Activities

12.16.23

Each month this winter, the Overlook will host themed activities in a cozy, indoor space overlooking Wintergreen Lake. The Overlook is located along the Sanctuary’s 3/4-mile Paved Path, and the activities are ideal for children ages ... Read More

Geese, swans and ducks stand on a frozen section of Wintergreen Lake at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary.

Saturday, Jan. 20 | Rubber Ducky Carnival at the Sanctuary

12.15.23

Note: This event has been rescheduled from Jan. 13 due to the forecast for heavy snow that day. In playful recognition of National Rubber Ducky Day, the Sanctuary will hold a Rubber Ducky Carnival from noon to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. ... Read More

The sun rises behind a stand of deciduous trees on a snowy ridge.

Dec. 24 through Jan. 2 | Kellogg Biological Station Winter Closure

12.13.23

W.K. Kellogg Biological Station will observe the Michigan State University winter break closure, which is set for Monday, Dec. 25, through Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024. This includes the Kellogg Manor House and the KBS academic campus. The W.K. ... Read More

MSU graduate student Ben Luukkonen stands outside, holding a Mallard Duck.

October-December | Birds and Coffee Chats

12.10.23

Share your latest bird sightings and learn more about some of the bird species commonly found during autumn in southwest Michigan during monthly Birds and Coffee chats, offered by the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary. All events begin at 10 a.m. ... Read More

A Barred Owl perches on a mossy log. Credit to Josh Haas.

Saturday, Dec. 9 | Owl Prowl at the Sanctuary

12.06.23

In the quiet stillness of night, owls are often easier heard than seen. Join W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary staff to look and listen for owls after dark. The basics Time and date: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9 Location: W.K. Kellogg ... Read More

Exterior view of the W.K. Kellogg Manor House at dusk, decorated for the holidays.

Saturday, Dec. 16 | Holiday Market at the Manor House

10.30.23

Take a walk through each festively decorated room of the W.K. Kellogg Manor House this holiday season and round out your shopping with treasures from local vendors. The basics Times and dates: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 24, and ... Read More

Two birdwatchers stand together in a wooded area, peering through binoculars up into the tree canopy. Credit to Corinn Rutkoski.

Saturday, Dec. 2 | Guided Bird Hike at the Sanctuary

10.28.23

Join Sanctuary staff and fellow bird enthusiasts from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, to practice identification skills by sight and sound on a walk through the Sanctuary. The basics Time and date: 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 ... Read More

View of the front of the W.K. Kellogg Biological Station Carriage House in autumn.

Nov. 29 and Dec. 5 | Autumn Craft Classes with the Manor House

10.25.23

Learn new crafting skills and enjoy the fruits of your efforts through an upcoming make-and-take event offered at the W.K. Kellogg Biological Station. The basics Time and date: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 29, and Tuesday, Dec. ... Read More

Ducks fly just over Wintergreen Lake during autumn at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary. Credit to Roy Van Loo Jr.

Sunday, Nov. 5 | Fall Migration Celebration

10.18.23

The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary’s annual Fall Migration Celebration is set for 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 5. The basics Time and date: 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 5 Location: 12685 East C Ave., Augusta MI  Audience: Everyone ... Read More

Three educators sit on the ground at the edge of a field during a past K-12 Partnership workshop.

Thursday, Oct. 26 | KBS K-12 Partnership Fall Workshop

09.25.23

Teachers and informal educators of K-12 students are invited to engage in science teaching professional development this autumn at the W.K. Kellogg Biological Station. The basics Time and date: 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26 ... Read More

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