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This page last updated March 31, 2003
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Warbler Watch
Their numbers grow daily as they swoop in, often by cover of night, to take roost in just about every part of the country. Harbingers of warmer weather, their songs provide the musical accompaniment to the rainbow of color unfolding around us each spring. Fittingly, they're called warblers. You can be part of efforts to track the migration of the more than 50 species of warblers that visit North America each year. The Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society have collaborated to produce a Web site called Warbler Watch, where they hope to enlist citizen bird-watchers nationwide to log on and tell them where the warblers are. The site includes a detailed Warbler ID guide and even a library of sounds you can listen to via wav files just in case you're not quite positive what bird you're seeing. "The migration of these tiny birds across the globe is an astounding spectacle to watch," said John Fitzpatrick, director of the Cornell Lab. "Consider a bird that's no larger than your thumb finding its way from a remote rain forest in Brazil or Peru to a patch of stunted spruces on an Adirondack peak in upstate New York." They are truly
wondrous creatures. If you would like to take part in this...
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The Audubon
Society and Cornell Lab. of Ornithology Great Backyard Bird Count. By participating, birdwatchers of all skill levels will help scientists document the health and status of our winter bird populatioons at the turn of the millennium. To add your counts go to BirdSource at http://www.birdsource.org and click on Great Backyard Bird count. Directions are provided at the site. Participaation is free and No registration is necessary. For more information counters can call toll-free 1-800-843-BIRD (2743) |
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Return of the Tundra Swans
Every spring, thousands of these magnificent birds return to the Old Thedford Bog near Grand Bend, Ontario, on their migration to the arctic. While resting on this "staging area", they give visitors an excellent opportunity to view one of the last great wildlife migrations. When the swans are in the area, Pinery Provincial Park staff and area naturalists will be on the bog identifying the different species that can be seen. Also at the Pinery Visitor Centre you will find displays, movies and a nature gift shop. To find out when the tundra swans check in, connect via internet to http://www.hay.net/~tpurdy/ or call 1-800-265-0316. |
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The first St. Clair National Wildlife Area Waterbird Festival. There will be staffed viewing stations at the NWA and in Mitchells Bay. Contact Chatham-Kent Tourism at 1-800-561-6125 for more details. Sponsors are the Ducks Unlimited Canada, Canadian Wildlife Service, Stewardship Kent, Sydenham Field Naturalists and Lake St. Clair Important Bird Area Steering Committee. | |
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Bluebird
Festival - Jackson, Michigan The 15th year for this event, featuring informative programs on the Eastern Bluebird, Purple Martins, Raptors, Butterflies, Beaver, Moose & Loon, and wildlife Films, Live Animal Programs, Juried Nature/Wildlife Art Show, Conservation Exhibits, Guided Walks to Bluebird Habitat, Children's Area Merchandise & Food Booths, Bluebird Banquet & Film Premier plus "Critterman" will be there. Admission is charged. April 5, 2003 - 10 a m - 5 p m, April 6, 2003 - Noon-5 p m. Contact: Dahlem's Center - 2111 Emmons Road, Jackson, MI, 49201 - Phone: 517-782-3453 or check out their website at http://www.dahlemcenter.org/ |
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Bird Migration Festival at Metro Beach
Metropark. Located at the easternmost end of Metropolitain Beach Parkway (16 Mile Rd) at Lake St. Clair in Macomb County. (Map and info) This year's festival features fun for the whole family. Live birds of prey, birding seminars and bird walks highlight this event. Live birds of prey, birding seminars and bird walks highlight this event. Live birds of prey, birding seminars and bird walks highlight this event. Live birds of prey, birding seminars and bird walks highlight this event. Live Birds of Prey, Birding Seminars and Bird walks highlight this day. Don't miss this special event! For more information and to register please call Metro Beach Nature Center at 810-463-4332 |
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Point Pelee Festival of Birds, Leamington, ON., call
519-322-2365 Point Pelee is birders heaven in May. Hundreds of thousands of songbirds arrive at Point Pelee's Carolinian forest in a wondrous display of color and song. They are met by nearly 25,000 birders, photographers and visitors from around the world who've come to experience the incredible phenomenon of one of the most important migration highways in America.
Pelee's Festival of Birds features expert led bird hikes and a dazzling
array of guest speakers who will answer your birding questions and thrill
you with their knowledge and stories. Book signings and a birders' breakfast
and brunch are also part of the celebration. The park Visitor Centre opens
early and the transit will transport visitors to and from the tip. You owe
it to yourself to visit Point Pelee during the Festival and at any time of
year. There is always something new to tantalize the senses.
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May 10, 2003
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International Migratory Bird Day @ Magee Marsh
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Hillman Martsh Spring Song & Shorebird Celebration
Live bird display, shorebird walk, ganding demonstration, nature activities for kids of all ages, "Mysteries of Migration " slide talk, Rare Species Monitoring, and Birding by Song workshop. Second weekend in May. For times check out their new website. |
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May 17 & 18, 2003
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Presqu?ile Warblers and Whimbrels Weekend,
Presqu?ile, Brighton, ON, 613-475-4324, www.friendsofpresquile.on.ca, a.careless@utoronto.ca,
third weekend in May, www.friendsofpresquile.on.ca/events.htm
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May 23 - June 1, 2003
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Huron Fringe Birding Festival 2002
MacGregor Point Provincial Park, Ontario. This wooded corridor located on the shore of Lake Huron is an excellent place to find northern nesting warblers and songbirds, as well as southern species. Ontario's best birding leaders will lead hikes, big days, challenges, and beginner sessions. Planned events include banding, nature art and photography, bird carvers, bird house/feeder building, and children's events. Contact Kathy Parker, Huron Fringefest Coordinator, MacGregor Point Provincial Park, RR #1, Port Elgin, ON, N0H 2C2, Canada; 519/389-6231; mkparker@bmts.com |
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May 17, 2003 May 15 through July 4, 2003 |
Kirtland's Warbler Festival
Canoe or kayak local waterways and explore the jackpine woods. If you listen and watch carefully, you may see the Kirtland?s Warbler. The day-long event on the beautiful campus of Kirtland Community College ? in the heart of the jack pine forest the bird calls home from May to September ? features a variety of activities, including two guided tours that give birders a rare glimpse of the warbler. The festival offers many other activities, from a large, nature-oriented crafts show to children?s events that include building birdhouses and feeders and fishing the well-stocked pond.Other nearby wildlife areas: Huron National Forest, Seney National Wildlife Refuge; Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge; Nayaquing Point Wildlife Area. Contact: Kirtland Warbler Festival, Kirtland Community College, 10775 N. St.Helen Road, Roscommon, MI 48653 (989) 275-5000, Ext. 266 http://www.kirtland.cc.mi.us/~warbler
2000 Kirtland's Warbler Tours
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August 30 & 31, 2003
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Monarch and Migrants Weekend, Brighton, ON, 613-475-4324,
www.friendsofpresquile.on.ca
/, a.careless@utoronto.ca
, www.friendsofpresquile.on.ca/events.htm
Bird banding, Monarch tagging and guided nature walks celebrate
this weekend of fall migration. |
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Festival of Hawks
. The Festival of Hawks is a celebration
of the annual fall migration spectacle. Thousands of hawks migrate
through Holiday Beach Conservation Area, Amherstburg, Essex County, Ontario.
Special Weekend activities. To get there take Highway 18 to Malden Centre
then go south on County road 50 to Holiday Beach. For reservations, rates
and information on special events please phone (519) 736- 3772 or click on the link to their website above. |
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| September 13 & 14, 2003 | Hawkfest
Lake Erie Metropark 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sat; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sun. Take I-75, exit at Gibraltar Rd. (exit 29) and head east toward the lake and follow the signs to Lake Erie Metropark. |
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October 11 & 12, 2003
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Cranefest 2001 - Baker Sanctuary, Calhoun County,
Michigan, U.S.A. 12 noon - 7 pm Enjoy an autumn afternoon of outdoor family fun. See wildlife and wildlife art together. CRANE VIEWING, See 1,000 - 2,000 Greater Sandhill Cranes. Michigan's largest bird stands up to 5 feet tall with a wing span of up to 7 feet. Crane arrivals begin around 4 pm and peaks after 5 pm. NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP, Gain tips from area professionals (nominal fee). CRANE ORIGAMI, Learn the ancient art of paper folding and create your own crane. GUIDED NATURE WALKS, NATURE CRAFTS, VINTAGE HAY RIDES, OLD FASHIONED ROPE MAKING, ANTIQUE CORN SHUCKING. Fun for the whole family. And of course the beautiful sandhill cranes! For all the information you could ever want access their website at http://www.michiganaudubon.org/bakersanctuary/cranefst.htm |
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