The lush, mature forests of Barry County await birders attending Cerulean Warbler Weekend, June 1-3, 2012.

Highlight Species: Cerulean and Hooded Warbler, Henslow’s and Grasshopper Sparrow, Arcadian, Willow and Alder Flycatcher, Louisiana Waterthrush, Red-headed and Pileated Woodpecker, Chimney Swift, and more.

Special Activities: birding tours on public and private land, professional photography instruction, butterfly and dragonfly identification workshops, paddle tours of a pristine wetland marsh and spring-fed stream, and a special presentation accompanied by a delicious home-cooked meal.

For additional information about this event contact Wendy Tatar at the Michigan Audubon office (517) 886-9144

Mark your calendars for Cerulean Warbler Weekend 2011, June 3 – 5.  We hope you make Cerulean Warblers, Henslow’s Sparrows, and Flycatchers a regular stop on your annual birding circuit.

Stay tuned for pictures of Cerulean Warbler Weekend 2010!

Henslow's Sparrow Photo: William Norton

Today, on the first day of Cerulean Warbler Weekend 2010, participants recorded nearly 75 species of birds and close to 20 species of butterflies.  21 people met at the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary at 5:30 am with the objective of finding a Henslow’s Sparrow.  Expert birding guide, Caleb Putnam, led the group to the elusive sparrow–a success.  Later in the morning, birders recorded the flagship species of the event: the Cerulean Warbler.

Cerulean Warbler Photo: Frode Jacobsen

This evening, 40 birders will gather at the Pierce Cedar Creek Institute to hear a keynote address from USDA wildlife biologist, Dr. Paul Hamel.  Dr. Hamel’s talk will discuss the conservation challenges for Cerulean Warblers at both ends of their range.

The results from a one-day bird count in Barry County Michigan - May 22, 2010

There’s still time to register and learn from expert, local tour guides during Cerulean Warbler Weekend 2010.  Species-specific tours for Henslow’s Sparrows and Cerulean Warblers will be led by all-star birders Caleb Putnam and Tom Funke.  Workshops, seminars, and a banquet dinner round-out a weekend of bird watching activities at Michigan Audubon’s Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary.

Only three more days until the start of the 3rd Annual Cerulean Warbler Weekend - A Michigan Audubon bird watching event that takes place in Barry County, Michigan.

Last-minute registration is still available for Michigan’s only bird watching event in the month of June.  Spring migration may be over, but breeding season for Cerulean Warblers, Henslow’s Sparrows, and more is just heating up.  Join Michigan Audubon and a slate of expert guides–including Caleb Putnam, Tom Funke, and Ranger Steve Mueller–as we tour great birding and butterfly-watching locations in Barry County, Michigan.

For more information, CLICK HERE

To go straight to online registration, CLICK HERE

For all other information call 517-886-9144.

This Red-spotted Purple butterfly was seen at the Otis Sanctuary on Tuesday, May 25. Learn more about Barry County's butterflies by signing up for Ranger Steve Mueller's workshop on Friday, June 4, at 2 pm.

Opportunities about for nature-lovers during Cerulean Warbler Weekend 2010.  Whether your interests are in bird watching, photography, canoeing and kayaking, or butterfly identification–Michigan Audubon has you covered.  Join our team of expert naturalists, guides, and teachers June 4th through the 6th in beautiful Barry County.  See the full program line-up HERE.

The Common Yellowthroat is easy to see at the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary. Join Michigan Audubon for guided birding tours during Cerulean Warbler Weekend 2010.

On Saturday, June 5th, Michigan Audubon will honor the generosity of the Otis and Erway families with a ribbon cutting at the Otis Farm Bird Sanctuary.  The celebration will highlight the recent improvements to the Sears and Roebuck  Barn that will now serve as a three-season meeting space, classroom, and interpretive area.  A limited amount of free chips, hot dogs (and veggie dogs), and beverages will available for all those who attend.

The ribbon-cutting takes place during Cerulean Warbler Weekend 2010.  Check out the full line-up of programs and consider registering for the event.  This is a great opportunity to add the following species to your life list:

• Cerulean Warbler
• Blue-winged Warbler
• Yellow-warbler
• Chestnut-sided Warbler
• Black-throated Green Warbler
• Pine Warbler
• Hooded Warbler
• Common Yellowthroat
• Henslow’s Sparrow
• Chipping Sparrow
• Field Sparrow
• Savannah Sparrow
• Song Sparrow
• Swamp Sparrow
• White-crowned Sparrow
• Pileated Woodpecker
• Red-headed Woodpecker
• American Bittern
• Sedge Wren
• Eastern Wood Pewee
• Acadian Flycatcher
• Alder Flycatcher
• Willow Flycatcher
• Least Flycatcher
• Eastern Phoebe
• Great-crested Flycatcher
• Eastern Kingbird
• Warbling Vireo
• Red-eyed Vireo
• AND MORE!

Learn more about Cerulean Warbler conservation in the America's with nationally-recognized wildlife biologist, Dr. Paul Hamel. Photo: Frode Jacobsen

On Friday, June 4, at 6:00 pm, Michigan Audubon and Pierce Cedar Creek Institute will host Dr. Paul Hamel, wildlife biologist for the USDA.  Dr. Hamel will talk about conservation (and birding!) efforts at both ends of the Cerulean Warbler’s range.

A meal will precede Dr. Hamel’s talk.  For only $30, birders can experience the fine cuisine and setting at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute, and “recharge the batteries” for activities the following day.

REGISTER TODAY!

Caleb Putnam will lead birders in search of Henslow's Sparrows during Cerulean Warbler Weekend 2010. Register today! Photo: William Norton

Caleb Putnam is the Important Bird Area Coordinator for the State of Michigan.  M0st people know Caleb as one of Michigan’s superstar birders.  Caleb’s youthful energy and willingness to share with others his passion for birding make him one of the best birding guides in the Midwest.

Join Caleb and Michigan Audubon for two tours in search of Henslow’s Sparrows during Cerulean Warbler Weekend.

Friday, June 4 @ 5:30 am

Saturday, June 5 @ 5:30 am

REGISTER HERE

Visit the Otis Sanctuary and learn more about the natural history of North America’s fastest-declining songbird.  Take part in a guided tour during Cerulean Warbler Weekend 2010 to see and hear these magnificent birds.  Guides will also be scheduled to lead attendees on tours in search of Henslow’s Sparrows and the variety of Flycatchers found in the area.

Click here to register

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