August 27, 2025

Bird Is the Word

By Jamie Kauffold | May 7, 2022

Birders, these events are for you. Saving Birds through Habitat offers guided birding hikes at Charter Sanctuary Discovery Center in Omena, May 14, 21, and 28 from 8:30-10am. Must reserve your spot: 231-271-3738. They will also host the Leelanau Birdfest June 2-5 (mibirdfest.org). Michigan Legacy Art Park in Thompsonville holds birdwatching tours the second Saturday of each month through Sept. Meet at the trailhead at 8am, rain or shine. $5; 17 and under are free. crystalmountain.com/event/birdwatching

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