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An adult Sandhill Crane and colt stand together in a field.

Father’s Day at the Sanctuary | Sunday, June 21

06.10.26

Celebrate the dads in your life by visiting the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary on Father's Day, Sunday, June 21. Dads enjoy free admission that day when visiting with their families from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The basics About Walk the ... Read More

Close-up photo of a Hynes Emerald dragonfly.

June and July | Wild Wednesdays!

06.08.26

Families with children are invited to this summer’s Wild Wednesday series. Join a W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary naturalist along the trail for a fun, interactive activity, then enjoy a nature-themed craft or more chances to explore the ... Read More

A red-tailed hawk perches on the top of an enclosure at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary.

Saturday, June 20 | Behind the Scenes: Raptors

06.07.26

Join Sanctuary staff for a special glimpse into caring for the Sanctuary’s resident birds of prey. The basics About Behind the Scenes: Raptors will take place on three different Saturdays this spring and summer, from 10 to 11 ... Read More

A blue heron stands on a rocky shoreline. Credit to Frank Cone.

April – June | Online Birds and Coffee Chats

05.08.26

Share your latest bird sightings and learn more about some of the bird species commonly found during spring in southwest Michigan, and related topics, during monthly Birds and Coffee chats, offered by the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary. All ... Read More

Photo of a box turtle in the grass.

Thursday, May 21 | Turtles and Watercolors Workshop

05.07.26

Explore Michigan's native turtle species while diving into the world of watercolor painting. The Turtles and Watercolors workshop is set for 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 21, at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary. The basics About In ... Read More

A Canada Goose rests in the grass with two goslings.

Sunday, May 10 | Mother’s Day at the Bird Sanctuary

04.24.26

Mother’s Day weekend is a perfect time to visit the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary. Spring flowers and trees are in bloom and migration season is underway. The basics About The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary will continue the ... Read More

Redbud trees bloom along a trail at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary.

Wednesday, April 22 | Free Sanctuary Admission for Earth Day

04.10.26

On Wednesday, April 22, the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary will be offering free admission in celebration of Earth Day. The basics About There are many ways to enjoy the gifts of nature at the Sanctuary. Take the shorter Paved ... Read More

A golden-crowned kinglet perches on a tree branch. Credit to Josh Haas.

Wednesday, April 1 | Field Ornithology Course Begins

03.04.26

Bird lovers can choose their own adventures with the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary’s annual Field Ornithology course, which offers multiple ways to participate. The basics About The course will consist of five lectures, available ... Read More

Swans, Canada geese and Mallard ducks gather on an iced-over Wintergreen Lake.

Feb. 14-15 | Winter Bird Hike and Free Admission Day for the Great Backyard Bird Count

02.02.26

Join Sanctuary staff and fellow bird enthusiasts from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, to practice identification skills by sight and sound on a walk through the Sanctuary. There also will be a free admission day at the Sanctuary on ... Read More

Three "Ducky Day" attendees pose for a photo holding rubber duck props in front of a red-and-white backdrop.

Saturday, Jan. 31 | A Ducky Day at the Bird Sanctuary

12.22.25

The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary is kicking off winter with a day to celebrate and learn about the intrepid ducks that stick around southwest Michigan for the winter. The basics About From noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, visit ... Read More

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