Wednesday, April 2, 2025

April Events

 April 15 Program

Neotropical Migrants:

Birding in the Americas


Nahuel Medina


"The Americas are renowned for their abundant and breathtaking biodiversity, and I have been fortunate to visit several countries in the Western Hemisphere, including Costa Rica, Mexico, and Argentina.  Originally from Miami, Florida, I had Central and South America just a hop and skip away, which gave me plenty of opportunities to explore the region's natural beauty.  Even though I now reside in Michigan, this move has only fueled my ambitions to visit more countries in the tropics.
"In this presentation, I will share my experiences with Neotropical migrants during their stopover in Miami, as well as insights into the lives of local birds that thrive in tropical regions.  I invite you to join me as I discuss my travels, birdwatching, and wildlife photography throughout the Americas."

Nahuel Medina is an Ottawa County Parks Naturalist.

 

Our programs are in conjunction with the Owashtanog Islands Audubon Society at the Loutit Library in Grand Haven.  Social Time: 6:00-6:30, Program: 6:30-8:00.

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April 19 Field Trip


 Muskegon Lake Nature Preserve


Meet at 8:00 Saturday morning April 19, 2025, in the parking lot of the Muskegon Lake Nature Preserve (2529 Lake Ave., North Muskegon, west of the traffic light at the north end of the Veteran's Memorial Causeway).

Being the bird migration season, we might find anything this morning.  Being Michigan, be sure to dress for the weather! 

This bird-watching walk around the preserve will end at about noon.  We hope to see you there. 

The George Wickstrom Trail

The George Wickstrom trail is now completed.  

We hope you can get out to the Muskegon County Resource Recovery Center soon and walk around it (between the headquarters buildings and the rocket club launch area).   Our thanks to Anita Friends of the MCRRC for all of her help on this project.

Here are a few pictures she took to show the signage along the trail.