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Home | bird sanctuary
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 red-tailed hawk perches on the top of an enclosure at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary.

Saturday, April 18 | Behind the Scenes: Raptors

03.27.26

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 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

People gather off the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary's Paved Path on the shore of Wintergreen Lake to view birds on an autumn day.

Sunday, Nov. 2 | Fall Migration Celebration

10.17.25

The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary’s annual Fall Migration Celebration is set for 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2, with free admission from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The basics About Fall is when waterfowl migrate to warmer waters, and hundreds ... Read More

Arts and Eats Tour logo.

Oct. 18-19 | Arts and Eats Tour

10.02.25

The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary will host seven local artists and artisans during the annual Arts and Eats Tour weekend, set for Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 18-19. During Arts and Eats, the Sanctuary offers free admission during operating ... Read More

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

Thursday, Oct. 16 | Owl Prowl at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary

09.15.25

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 About An Owl Prowl will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, ... Read More

Autumn view of the foot bridge at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, with several swans in the water nearby.

Saturday, Sept. 13 | Fall Migration Guided Bird Hike

08.15.25

Join Sanctuary staff and fellow bird enthusiasts from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, to practice identification skills by sight and sound on a walk through the Sanctuary. The basics About Participants in the guided walk ... Read More

Cover of the book Starlight Symphony, by Buffy Silverman, showing an owl against a dark, muted background.

Sunday, Sept. 7 | Storytime at the Sanctuary with Buffy Silverman

08.15.25

The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary is hosting a special author reading of the September Storybook Walk selection, “Starlight Symphony,” by Buffy Silverman. The basics About During the reading, set for 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. Sunday, ... Read More

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