Upcoming Events:

All talks are hosted at Michigan Nature Association, 2310 Science Parkway, Okemos, MI 48864

Walks are open to all skill levels!  Please refer back regularly in case of weather-related cancellations.

November 2025

Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 – Bird Walk @ Fenner Nature Center @ 9am

Join Katie Layman for a bird walk at Fenner (2020 E Mount Hope Ave, Lansing, MI).  We’ll be meeting in the parking lot and the walk will conclude by 10:30am.  RSVP’ing is not required but is encouraged by emailing caaudubon@gmail.com

 

Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 – Campfire Science & S’mores: Autumn Owls! @ Lincoln Brick Park, Grand Ledge, MI from 6-8pm

Gather at Lincoln Brick Park (13991 Tallman Rd, Grand Ledge, MI) for an evening of owl science, cozy campfire vibes, and delicious s’mores

 

Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 – Waterfowl & Gull Viewing @ Lake Lansing Park South @ 3pm

Meet at Lake Lansing Park South (1621 Pike St, Haslett, MI) at the fishing pier to spot waterfowl on the lake and stay until sunset to watch gulls arrive for the evening.  RSVP’ing is not required but is encouraged by emailing caaudubon@gmail.com

 

December 2025

Thursday, Dec 4, 2025 – “Bird City Michigan” with Chad Machinski, Michigan Audubon Conservation Manager

Join us for an evening to learn about Bird City Michigan, a science-based program headed up by Michigan Audubon which recognizes communities across the state that adopt bird-friendly practices including managing green spaces, educating the public, and reducing threats to birds.  Communities are encouraged to collaborate with like-minded organizations to address bird conservation issues through the implementation of programs and projects. Bird City Michigan, with support from Founding Sponsor Ford Motor Company, aims to empower communities to create tangible, lasting habits that address the sustainable life both birds and people deserve.

 

Past Events:

Tuesday, July 29, 2025  Birds & Brews Summer Event!

6pm @ Woldumar Nature Center (5739 Old Lansing Rd, Lansing, MI) for a bird walk.

7:30pm @ EagleMonk Pub and Brewery (4906 W Mt Hope Hwy, Lansing, MI) to relax and socialize.

You’re welcome to join for some or all of the event depending on your schedule.

Thursday, Sept 4, 2025. 6pm @ Corey Marsh Ecological Research Center.  9422 Herbison Rd, Laingsburg, MI 48848 Please join us for a bird banding demonstration by Dr. Olivia Smith followed by a guided walk with Pat Deventer. Guided bird walks with Bob Kingsbury.   Meets every Saturday in September at 9am in the Fenner Nature Center parking lot for a guided bird walk. Location: 2020 E Mount Hope Ave, Lansing, MI 48910 Thursday, Oct 2, 2025 Oct. 2nd @ 7pm @ Michigan Nature Association. Jim Hewitt will be speaking about the birds, culture, and religion of two populous island nations off the coast of Asia that he visited a few years ago.