Detroit Audubon members will be given the first opportunity to register for any in person field trips, so we encourage you to join us here! Going outside and enjoying nature is a great way to relieve stress and pass these trying times. We encourage you to do so while practicing responsible social distancing.
Detroit Audubon field trips offer fantastic year-round birding opportunities! We visit renowned regional hotspots during the migration season, and other trips focus on the many interesting resident species. Everyone is welcome, especially beginning birders, and you can always bring a friend.
Detroit Audubon Chapter Members will receive ticket discounts and opportunities for early registration for popular field trips and events. If you’re interested in having early access and discounts to our programs, consider joining Detroit Audubon as a Chapter Membership. A donation of $30 or more to Detroit Audubon qualifies your entire household to chapter membership benefits for one year. Click here to become a member!
Upcoming Field Trip Schedule
Elmwood Cemetery Bird and History Walk
Date: Saturday, March 18th
Time: 8:30 am to 10:30 am
Leaders: Joannie Capuano & Detroit Audubon
Fee: $6 General Admission, $4 for Detroit Audubon Chapter members
This is one in a series of walks to explore the birds, unique landmarks, and history of this beautiful 86-acre cemetery which is among the top “must-see” historic sites in Detroit. Designed by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted and dedicated in 1846, the cemetery provides a unique opportunity to experience the nature, culture, and history of Detroit. This event is great for beginning birders, young birders, or anyone just trying to get outside and explore a new part of the city!
To sign up: Click here to sign up!
Pointe Mouillee Birding Walk
Date: Saturday, March 18th
Time: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Leaders: Jim Bull & Bruce Szczechowski
Fee: $18 General Admission, $12 for Detroit Audubon Chapter members
Join us for one of our most popular field trips of the year–early spring birding at Pointe Mouillee! While it can be chilly, the birding couldn’t be better. We may spot Northern Harriers, Canvasback Ducks, Short-eared Owls, and more.
To sign up: Click here to sign up!
Woodcock Watch
Date: Friday, March 24th
Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Leaders: Jim Bull, Bruce Szczechowski & Kevin Arnold
Fee: $18 General Admission, $12 for Detroit Audubon Chapter members
Right at dusk, this peculiar-looking sandpiper with a long beak and large eyes does its spectacular aerial courtship display in open areas. Join the Oakwoods Metropark naturalists and Detroit Audubon for this fun and family friendly birding event as we walk together to view the Woodcock’s display.
To sign up: Click here to sign up!
Kensington Nature Center Birding Walk
Date: Saturday, March 25th
Time: 8:30 am to 10:30 am
Leaders: Jim Mahon & Esha Biswas
Fee: $18 General Admission, $12 for Detroit Audubon Chapter members
Kensington has a special opportunity many are not aware of. Visitors can hand feed wild birds (Black-capped Chickadee, Tufted Titmouse, White-breasted Nuthatch, Downy Woodpecker, and possibly others.) We will provide the bird seed! This is a great opportunity for up-close observation and photos. Adults seem to enjoy the experience of “a bird in the hand” as much as children do.
To sign up: Click here to sign up!
Welcome to Birding Field Trip
Date: Friday, April 7th
Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Leaders: Phil Barraco
Fee: Free!
Join us for a guided bird walk of Crosswinds Marsh in partnership with Wayne County Parks. This walk will highlight the avian biodiversity for forest and marsh species such as waterfowl, upland birds and raptors, including resident nesting Bald Eagles. Birders of all experience levels are welcome!
To sign up: Click here to sign up!