KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Kzoo Parks and the Audubon Society of Kalamazoo are teaming up to host a free event May 10 in celebration of World Migratory Bird Day.
Taking place at Upjohn Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the event includes activities like guided bird walks, local nature art for sale, a create your own bird feeder activity, and informational booths from a variety of local organizations.
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The informative bird walks are led by the Audubon Society of Kalamazoo, and will go from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring binoculars if they have them. Extra binoculars will be available for use.
The event takes place during the peak time for spring bird migration in the area. Birds that may appear at Upjohn Park during this time include raptors, warblers, shorebirds, waterfowl, and marsh birds, according to officials.
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Informational and activity booths will be set up from the following organizations: the Audubon Society of Kalamazoo, City of Kalamazoo, Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy, Kalamazoo Area Wild Ones, Kalamazoo Nature Center, Kalamazoo River Watershed Council, Wild Birds Unlimited, Children’s Nature Playscape, Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, and the Kalamazoo Conservation District…