The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary’s annual Fall Migration Celebration is set for 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, with free admission from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 

Fall is when waterfowl migrate to warmer waters, and hundreds of birds make a pit stop to rest on the Sanctuary’s Wintergreen Lake. More than 80 different bird species have been spotted at the Sanctuary during November in past years.

 

Visitors will be able to practice waterfowl identification along the lakeshore and visit stations along the Sanctuary’s accessible Paved Path to learn about waterfowl, game birds and raptors.

Planned activities include:

  • Live bird of prey demonstrations at 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
  • Owl pellet dissections at 1 and 3 p.m. (ages 8 and older)
  • Sessions on waterfowl identification
  • Children’s games and crafts
  • Donuts and cider
  • Several local organizations with informational tables: W.K. Kellogg Manor House, Kalamazoo River Watershed Council, Kingman Museum, Michigan Botanical Society Southwestern Chapter, and Audubon Society of Kalamazoo

This event is free for members and non-members alike. No registration is required.

 

The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary is located at 12685 East C Ave., one mile north of M-89 and just west of 40th Street. To learn more, visit birdsanctuary.kbs.msu.edu. Direct questions to birdsanctuary@kbs.msu.edu or (269) 671-2510.

 

About the Sanctuary

 

The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary’s mission is to conserve native habitat for migratory and resident birds and to promote environmental awareness through research, education and outreach. Since 1928, the Sanctuary has served as a practical training school for animal care and land management, and remains an innovator in wildlife conservation efforts.

 

Please consider supporting the Sanctuary by becoming a member.