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Home | ornithology
A Kirtland’s Warbler sings while perching on a tree branch. Credit to Josh Haas.

Wednesday, April 2 | Field Ornithology Course Begins

03.03.25

Bird lovers can choose their own adventures with the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary’s annual Field Ornithology course, which returns as a hybrid series with multiple ways to participate. The basics About The course will consist of ... Read More

An autumn scene at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, with silhouettes of swans and geese against Wintergreen Lake.

October-December | Birds and Coffee Chats

10.31.24

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

Two people peer through binoculars at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary.

Oct. 12 and 17 | Birding with Bird Sanctuary Staff and Volunteers

09.27.24

Join W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary staff and fellow bird enthusiasts for a pair of birding events in October. The basics Guided bird hike A guided bird hike is set for from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, to practice ... Read More

A Savannah Sparrow, a streaky brown-and-white bird, perches on a plant.

Saturday, June 1 | Guided Bird Hike at the Sanctuary

05.12.24

Join Sanctuary staff and fellow bird enthusiasts from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, June 1, to practice identification skills by sight and sound on a walk through the Sanctuary. The basics About Participants in the guided walk will ... Read More

Gail Walter stands in profile, holding a young falcon in her arms.

April-June | Birds and Coffee Chats

04.09.24

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. The ... Read More

A Kirtland’s Warbler sings while perching on a tree branch. Credit to Josh Haas.

Wednesday, April 3 | Field Ornithology Course Begins

03.05.24

Bird lovers can choose their own adventures with the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary’s annual Field Ornithology course, which returns as a hybrid series with multiple ways to participate. The basics About The course will consist ... 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

A Blue Jay alights on a tree branch. Credit to Josh Haas.

July – September | Birds and Coffee Chats

07.17.23

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

A group of people stand on a grassy trail at the W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, peering through binoculars, at a recent Sanctuary birding event.

Postponed: Saturday, July 15 | Guided Birding Hike

06.15.23

Note: The hike has been postponed and rescheduled for Saturday, July 22, due to the forecast of inclement weather. Join Sanctuary staff and fellow bird enthusiasts from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 15, to practice identification skills ... Read More

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