Visitor guidelines

W.K. Kellogg Biological Station adopts any COVID-19 restrictions put in place by Michigan State University.

For the latest on MSU COVID-19 requirements, updates and resources, visit msu.edu/together-we-will.

General guidelines

When you visit, please observe the rules in place for everyone’s safety.

• Follow all posted signs.
• Please do not visit if you feel ill or have any COVID-19 symptoms.
• Bring your own water.
• Keep in mind that some buildings–including the Bird Sanctuary’s Resource Center–are closed. Public restrooms at the Sanctuary, located around the back of the Auditorium building, are open. 
• Do not bring in food to feed waterfowl or other wildlife.
• Pack out any trash.

Dogs

• There are no dogs allowed at any time on Sanctuary grounds.
• Leashed dogs are allowed only in the following areas: KBS academic campus, Conference Center and Manor House grounds, and the Plant Succession Trail, located at the corner of B Avenue and East Gull Lake Drive.

Prohibited per Michigan State University policy

• The use of tobacco products. MSU is a tobacco-free campus.
• Possession of firearms. MSU policy states that, except as permitted by state law regulating firearms, no person shall possess any firearm or weapon anywhere upon the property.
• The use of drones. MSU policy does not allow drone use for recreational purposes on the property.