Birding Expo
Schedule
Sun Feb 15 2026 at 12:00 pm to 03:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
DNR Outdoor Adventure Center | Detroit, MI
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Birding ExpoSunday, February 15
Noon-3:30 p.m.
Birding is a wonderful way to connect with our natural resources. Come and learn all about it! Exhibitors from various local organizations will be ready to help you get started with a healthy, fun hobby for the new year with information about:
-Bird identification and behavior.
-Local birding field trip opportunities.
-Feeding birds in your yard.
-Using binoculars.
-Parks and natural areas to visit.
-And much more!
Those 55 or older can register for the Early Bird Hour, 10:30 a.m.– noon, for a jumpstart to the event!
Included with the price of admission.
Birding Expo: Early Bird Hour for Seniors!
10:30 a.m.-Noon
We encourage seniors to take advantage of the early bird hour,10:30 a.m. to noon, ahead of the regular event time. Be sure to stop at the Camp Warbler table to learn more about our special 55 or older event scheduled for June 1-3. Seniors attending the Early Bird Hour are more than welcome to stay past noon and continue to enjoy the OAC and Birding Expo during our regular hours of operation.
Preregistration is required for the Early Bird Hour; regular admission fees will be charged upon entry to the building ($5 for seniors ages 62-plus, $7 for accompanying adults).
Presentation Schedule:
Birding Expo: Early Bird Hours! (For seniors ages 55+)
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Michigan Avian Experience: Michigan Birds of Prey
Birding Expo (12-3:30 p.m.):
1-2 p.m. Friends of Whitefish Point: Owls of Whitefish Point
Chris Neri and Nova Mackently have been banding migrating owls in the eastern UP for over 25 years! Come hear their stories and insights into the trends of these nocturnal raptors.
2:30-3:30 p.m. Michigan Avian Experience: Michigan Birds of Prey
Join Michigan Avian Experience to meet three live birds of prey during an engaging and informational presentation highlighting their adaptations and behaviors.
Click the "Tickets" link to register for Birding Expo: Early Bird Hour for Seniors!
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Where is it happening?
DNR Outdoor Adventure Center, 1801 E Atwater St, Detroit, MI 48207-4020, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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