World Migratory Bird Day

Join us for a weekend of celebrating Spring Migration at Bosque del Apache and learn about the amazing species that are spending the season with us! Holly Merker and Alex Harper will be returning to guide in-person, birding identification field trips. We will also have a keynote speaker, Gina Dello Russo, talking about the imporance of water at Bosque del Apache.

Holly Merker Holly has a background in art therapy, but today employs nature and birds to achieve the same result of mental, physical, and emotional wellness in her work as a Mindful Birding leader and certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide (ANFT).

Holly has paired her professional backgrounds in art therapy and over twenty years of bird guiding and environmental education, with coursework in MBSR, and the practice of Forest Bathing, to provide rich sensory experiences through nature-based wellness programs. Holly’s gently guided experiences incorporate accessibility for all mobility and skill levels and are designed to be welcoming and inclusive to all people.

Alex Harper
Alex Harper is a field biologist, birding guide, and outdoor educator based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Originally from Miami and South Florida, his deep interest in nature began early in childhood. He gravitated towards birds and reptiles in particular, and his parents fostered his interests by taking him to biologically rich habitats like the Florida Keys and Everglades.
Today Alex is more permanently settled in Las Vegas where he helps to operate a bird guiding business, serves as an outreach coordinator and educator for Red Rock Audubon, and conducts occasional bird surveys in the Mojave Desert. He serves on the board of directors for the Audubon chapter, sits on a board that advises county officials on wildlife policy in southern Nevada and is a voting member of the Nevada Birds Record Committee.
Gina Dello Russo As a riparian ecologist, Gina has been building regional interest in and capacity for addressing Rio Grande ecosystem restoration and long term health for the last thirty years. She is from a farming family of the Socorro valley, New Mexico. She worked as a physical sciences technician including work in groundwater and surface water hydrology and contaminants for 15 years before getting a BS in Biology from UNM.
She worked with the federal government for 27 years, most of that as Refuge Ecologist at Bosque del Apache NWR, where she focused on landscape scale ecosystem restoration on and off the refuge.

Migration Magic
Friday with Holly Merker
Saturday with Alex Harper
6:30 am – 9:00 am
These field trips will focus on seeking out what birds have dropped in for a refuel and recharge. This trip will guide participants around the refuge to seek out birds in various habitats, will include a focus on songbirds, and will also highlight any lingering waterfowl, wading birds, shorebirds, gulls, and more!

Learning the Language of Birds
Friday with Alex Harper
Saturday with Holly Merker
6:30 am – 9:00 am
This workshop spends time indoors and outdoors, with the idea that for some of the experience, we’ll put into practice some of what we learn by listening to the birds around Bosque del Apache. Alex and Holly will share personal tips and offer hands-on techniques for learning some basics of the language of birds, all of which you can take with you and apply wherever your birding journeys take you.

Celebrating Songbirds
Friday with Alex Harper
9:30 am – 12 noon
Want to learn some tips to help you identify those active songbirds that keep you guessing? And also get to know these birds on a deeper level? This field trip will not only focus on identification tips for songbirds you may encounter in and around the refuge, but also provide you with tools to take on your birding adventures wherever life takes you. The trip will be at a comfortably slow pace that is suitable for all mobility levels.

Every Bird Counts
Friday with Holly Merker – One time only
9:30 am – 12 noon
Want to learn to do something that’s not only fun, rewarding, and good for you, but also good for the birds and planet? In this workshop, we’ll learn how to use some popular apps for birding and observation – eBird, Merlin, iNaturalist, and more—and how they contribute to the greater good of conservation. In addition, we’ll focus on why every bird is important, and we’ll spotlight some of the refuge’s unique birdlife as we spend the morning birding with an emphasis on paying forward to bird conservation. 

Keynote – A call to action
You can truly make a difference!
Gina Dello Russo, local advocate for the Rio Grande
Saturday – One time only | 11:30 am – 12:30 noon
It is an exciting time for all to be engaged in discussions on our shared water future. There are opportunities coming up for the Friends to meet other stakeholders in the Middle Rio Grande. Through shared learning and advocacy, we can assure that the natural environment along the Rio Grande, including the jewels of the national and state refuges, are protected and have the capacity to thrive in the future.
Let’s start with some of the facts of where we are today, waterwise. I will give a short overview of the available science that will inform how we move into our water future. Then I hope to interest the Friends in the many ways they can become involved in local and regional discussions and actions to assure that our shared voices are heard, and our concerns are addressed.

Desert Arboretum Stroll
Saturday – One time only | 12 noon – 2:00 pm
After the Friends  Annual meeting, we hope you’ll stay to explore the desert blooms at our Annual Desert Arboretum Stroll!  This FREE “drop-in” style event allows visitors to experience the beauty of spring in the Chihuahuan desert while strolling through the arboretum.  Knowledgeable volunteers will be available to answer questions about the cacti, native plants, water-wise landscaping, and even the critters who call the arboretum home.  Throughout the accessible trail, many of the cacti will be in bloom and native pollinators will be hard at work. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to view the garden at its finest!   

Youth Birding Adventure
Saturday
Two concurrent sessions: ages 5 -12* and ages 13 – 17
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Know any kids or teens who love nature and want to learn more about birds?
This special event is designed especially for them.
Together we’ll share the wonders of the birds of Bosque del Apache, as we tune into the feathered friends around us through fun and engaging exercises in observation! No experience with birdwatching is necessary. If you have binoculars, feel free to bring them. *Attendees under 13 must be accompanied by one adult

Birding 101
Friday with Alex Harper – One time only
2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
New to birding, or want to expand on your existing skills? This program is for you. On this field trip, Alex will focus on the basics of birding during a slow-paced tour around the refuge. Learn new tips and tools to add to your birding skillset while you celebrate every bird with others who love them too.

Birding By Behavior
Friday with Holly Merker
2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Saturday with Alex Harper
5:00 pm – 7:30 p

Migratory Bird Day!

Join the Open Space and Trail Department on Friday, May 3 in the Lakeshore Room at the Broomfield Community Center (280 SpaderWay) from 5-7 p.m.

See live raptors and learn about bird migration, habitat conservation and how to promote pollinators. Local groups will promote community conservation activities and attendees will ID birds around Brunner reservoir (weather permitting).  

World Migratory Bird Day in Broomfield
Friday May 3, 5 pm – 7 pm

Celebrate migratory birds with Environment for the Americas and naturalist Dave Sutherland at the Broomfield Community Center.

In May, we celebrate World Migratory Bird Day in the Northern Hemisphere as birds return to their nesting sites for the summer. Dave will be there with other Colorado organizations that work closely with bird conservation and education.
Join us for free all-age activities, crafts, and a chance to meet live birds of prey!
Learn how you can help protect birds at home and in your community and find groups and trips where you can learn more about birdwatching. Meet in the Lakeshore Room (280 Spader Way) on May 3rd from 5-7 p.m

We have a permanent program of environmental education and birdwatching in Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge in Costa Rica.

First Sunday Birding: Waneka Lake in Lafayette
Meet on the observation deck at Greenlee Preserve, next to “The Shack” nature center.
Guided Bird Walk with Naturalist Dave Sutherland
First Sunday Birding: Waneka Lake in Lafayette

Sunday May 5, 1 – 3 pm

Join Dave Sutherland and other naturalists at Waneka Lake for this regular monthly program: May should be spectacular with lots of migrants returning! All, including beginning birders, are invited to experience the fun and discovery of bird watching at the Greenlee Wildlife Preserve. Knowledgeable bird watchers will be on hand with binoculars, spotting scopes, and learning tools to assist in identifying birds in their natural habitats.

Free, and No RSVP required.

Park in Waneka Lake lot by the boathouse and walk around the lake to Greenlee on the northwest side, or park on nearby Waneka Lake Trail. Families are encouraged to attend.

Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research:

Please join us Sunday, May 5th for Open House and Nest Fest 2024!
In Celebration of World Migratory Bird Day

Dear friends of Tri-State,
Our annual Open House has been a tradition for decades. Every year, we invite the communities we serve to learn more about wildlife rehabilitation, reducing wildlife injuries, and helping our wild neighbors. Tours, education Stations, exhibits, vendors, food trucks, and a whole lot of fun for the entire family!
Free to attend - donations of rolls of white paper towels or white toilet paper for baby bird care are appreciated!

Exhibitors and Vendors (stay tuned...many more to come!)
KIDS- our Teddy Bear clinic will be open - be sure to bring your favorite stuffed animal for a health exam by wildlife veterinarian Dr. Miller, DVM!
 
Exhibitor     Vendor
Blue Hen Birding
Delaware Master Naturalist Program
DNREC Fish and Wildlife Biologist
Newark, DE Police Department SWAT
What You Can Do for the Birds
Volunteering with Tri-State
New Castle County Mounted Police
New Castle County Police K9
Bizzy with Bees - Delaware Department of Agriculture
Delaware Nature Society
3D6 Designs
University of Delaware Entomology Club
Brandywine Zoo
White Clay Creek State Park
Heather's Clay
Grasslion Shop
Mary Anderson Pottery
Grumpy Sparrow Soaps
Delaware Bay and River Cooperative
MERR Institute
Food trucks!

Our annual Open House is made possible by local business, corporations, and individuals.
Click Here to become a sponsor today!

Thank you to the following sponsors

Presented by:
Bald Eagle Partners:
Snowy Owl Partner
Ruby-throated Hummingbird Partners
Northern Cardinal Partner
Longwood Veterinary Center
The F.A. Bartlett Tree Expert Co.
Member of the Flock

Note: Tri-State will continue to monitor COVID developments and will adjust plans to comply with local, state, and federal guidelines in the best interest of the health of our staff, volunteers, and attendees.
Memories from 2023 Open House

Join us in celebrating International Migratory Bird Day! Explore the wildlife and natural beauty of the Wisconsin Northwoods with a variety of guided hikes and tours, bird watching expeditions, live bird of prey presentations, bird banding demonstrations, and interactive workshops during the 18th Annual Northwoods Bird and Wildlife Festival. Learn about migration, gardening for butterflies, and turtle conservation from knowledgeable experts while immersing yourself in the natural wonders of the area. Space is limited for certain events, so be sure to register ahead of time (additional $10 for same-day registration).
For more information and registration, click the button below or go to our programming page!

It's World Migratory Bird Day! Did you know that an estimated 3.5 billion birds migrate into the U.S. each spring? Join us at the Refuge to celebrate all of our spring migrants returning!

The day starts off with a bird walk at the Beall Trailhead at 8am. Following that are kids activities at the Visitor Center! This includes a kid's story time starting at 11am, followed by crafts and a migration activity. Plus free World Migratory Bird Day posters (while they last)!

This event may be rescheduled or canceled in the event of inclement weather. Please stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for updates to this event.

Address: Beall Trailhead - Co Rte 35/18, Canaan Heights, WV 26260
Visitor Center - 6263 Appalachian Hwy, Davis, WV 26260

World Migratory Bird Day at Sagawau Environmental Learning Center
Celebrate migratory birds, enjoy a bird walk, and watch bird banding demonstrations while learning how insects affect bird populations.
Saturday, May 11 * 9 am – 2 pm

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center is part of the Forest Preserves of Cook County
Located at 12545 111th Street, Lemont, IL 60439
Office phone: 630-257-2045

Join us for this FREE, family-friendly event that

celebrates bird migration and addresses the challenges
birds face during their bi-annual migration journeys.

Sharon Audubon Website

Celebrate the Insects Migratory Birds Need!

Every year, bird enthusiasts, nature lovers, and conservationists around
the globe take part in a worldwide celebration of migratory birds,
hosted by Environment for the Americas!

Join us for a full day of fun to learn about migratory birds, the insects
they need to survive, and what we can all do to support them!

Exciting Events All Day!
Live bird presentations
Morning bird tour and slow birding
Crafts and activities for the kids
Presentations from local partners, including the Kent Land Trust
interns on their work with Purple Martins
Local resources on native plants, bird-friendly communities, and
conservation actions you can take!

Friends of Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Twin Lakes in Rice Lake National Wildlife Refuge, near McGregor MN

There are children’s games, a wildflower walk, birding walks, food, balloons & fun!

Bird watch on trails amongst hickories
Climb our 100-foot observation tower
Kids Migratory Scavenger Run!
Builder a Bird House!

(309) 535-2290

Join us as we pull out all the stops for World Migratory Bird Day!  We will fill our visitor center and back patio area with family friendly activities.  Hotdog lunches will be for sale for $5 as well as a baked goods sale.  Bluebird box kits will be for sale for $10 with a booth to help you build your own bluebird box!  We have invited many of our partnering agencies and clubs to help us put on an exciting day for you.  Come on out to help us celebrate the wonders of our bird world....we also have some fantastic gifts and prizes for you!

Here is a list of activities:

Tennessee NWR - Archery range open, Great Migration Adventure Game, Photo booth, Bluebird Box building station, meet a snake (for real)
Land Between the Lakes - Live Raptors, learn about hawks and owls
Friends of Tennessee NWR - Bird Mask craft station, hummingbird swing and other bird crafts, hotdog stand
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency - Will have their large mobile museum onsite, little ones archery game
UT Martin Wildlife Society - Pollinator Bingo in the garden, Show and tell wildlife station
National Guard - Go cart races, inflatable bouncy games
Civil Air Patrol - TBD
NPS/Fort Donelson National Battlefield - Dress up like a civil war soldier

Join Cosumnes River Preserve docents on a guided bird outing along the River Walk Trail! You will learn about various migrating birds and how they use the Cosumnes River Preserve as their home or stopover grounds. The route will cover approximately 3.5 miles, but participants who do not wish to walk that far may turn around at any time. This is a great family activity for all ages in an outdoor setting.

World Migratory Bird Day in LakewoodSaturday May 11, 10 am – 2 pm
Celebrate migratory birds with Environment for the Americas and naturalist Dave Sutherland at a special event in Bear Creek Lake Park in Lakewood! World Migratory Bird Day is celebrated in the Northern Hemisphere as birds return to their nesting sites for the summer. Dave will be there with other Colorado organizations that work closely with bird conservation and education. Join us for free all-age activities, crafts, and some live birds! Learn how you can help protect birds at home and in your community and find groups and trips where you can learn more about birdwatching. 
For more information please call 303 697 6159. 
Meet at the VC Classroom, 15600 W Morrison Road in Lakewood.

This World Migratory Bird Day, May 11th, come down to the Gorge Waterway Nature House in Esquimalt Gorge Park and celebrate with us.
We will be hosting family-friendly bird and insect-themed crafts and activities, guided bird walks, and an ecological restoration event in celebration of our beloved migratory bird species and the insects and habitats that support them.
Nature House activities and crafts will be available all day, from 10 am until 3 pm.
Guided bird walks, suitable for those who are bird-curious or bird-experienced, will begin on the hour every hour between 10 am and 3 pm. Meet at the Nature House with your binos and enthusiasm!
Our restoration event will begin at 1 pm at the Nature House. We will be pulling out invasive species and planting edible native species—establishing healthy foods and habitats for birds, insects, and people alike.
RSVP for the event here. We hope to see you there. It will bee a hoot!

Annual Migratory Bird Day count in King Salmon and Naknek, Alaska. Hosted by the Alaska Peninsula and Becharof National Wildlife Refuges.

Family friendly event to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day in Galena. Bird Outing, Kids Crafts and Activities, Insect Fun and Facts. Build a 'Bug Snug' and learn how to make a small in-ground water feature with native aquatic plants for your backyard. Free supplies to the first 20 people who sign up.

Join the Cherry Hill Environmental Board to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day and Endangered Species Day.  

Explore the wonder of birds in this fun, safe and family-friendly open house style event. There will be a live bird show, lectures and timed, guided hikes.

Join National Park Service Ranger Diane, NPS wildlife biologist Kyle Cutting, and NPS Geologist/birding enthusiast Rebekah Levine for a walk around Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve’s Copper Center Visitor Center trails. Learn about our area’s migratory birds, bird identification, the importance of insects to migratory birds while also participating in the Copper Basin Migratory Bird Count.

Copper Center Mile 106.8 Richardson Highway

El 12 de mayo haremos un recorrido por el ecosistema urbano Corredor Ecológico Bosque Bavaria - Madre de Agua desde las 7:00 am durante el cual observaremos aves e insectos en las plantas nativas y jardines polinizadores que tenemos, finalizaremos con siembra de algunas plantulas.

Guided Bird Walk with Naturalist Dave Sutherland 
Jungle Birds of Boulder

Tuesday May 14, 7:30 – 10:30 am
Celebrate Migratory Birds by searching for tropical birds right here in Boulder! You don’t need to fly to Belize or Costa Rica when their birds will come to us. Join naturalist Dave Sutherland for an easy hike into a local birding hot-spot to search for colorful migratory songbirds newly arrived from the steamy jungles south of the border. Birdwatchers of all abilities welcome. Bring binoculars, a spotting scope if you have one, and books, (we will use Birds of Costa Rica as our guidebook in the field. – no joke) and meet at the neighborhood access point to Bear Canyon trail – do a map search for 1520 Bear Mountain Drive in Boulder. 
Free parking is available along the street. 
Limit: 15 people. Registration is required.
Event Registration
Fields marked with an * are requiredGuided Bird Walks 2024. Join EFTA's naturalist, Dave Sutherland, as he leads educational bird walks in Colorado. **PLEASE SELECT THE DATES YOU WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND WHEN REGISTERING**

Night Matters – Celebrating World Migratory Bird Day 🐦
 
Wednesday, May 15th at 11 am MST – Register here
 
Join us for an insightful webinar as we observe World Migratory Bird Day with a special edition of Night Matters. We’re pleased to have Susan Bonfield, Executive Director, and Miguel E. Matta Pereira, Coordinator for World Migratory Bird Day Latin America, from Environment for the Americas, alongside Kyle G. Horton, Ph.D., Assistant Professor at Colorado State University joining our panel of experts.
 
We will delve into the critical topic of light pollution and its impact on migratory bird populations. From the glow of urban skyscrapers to residential outdoor lighting, artificial illumination disrupts bird habitats and poses risks to their survival, particularly in regions like Panama City.
 
Kyle G. Horton’s expertise in bird, bat, and insect migration at Colorado State University’s Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology adds depth to our discussion. Utilizing radar, acoustics, and community science data, Kyle explores migration patterns, avian flight strategies, and the impacts of artificial light on migratory species.
 
We’ll also emphasize the importance of considering the sky as a habitat essential for bird conservation. Light pollution not only affects their natural behaviors, navigation, and safety during migration but also disrupts the integrity of their habitat—the sky. Understanding this crucial aspect underscores the urgency of addressing light pollution to safeguard migratory bird populations.
 
During this webinar, we’ll examine factors contributing to light pollution and discuss practical solutions for mitigating its impact on migratory bird populations. Join us on Wednesday, May 15th, at 11 am MST to learn how you can contribute to bird conservation by addressing the issue of light pollution.
 
Register here: (Online) https://darksky-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdeCtrjgoE91aiNN3pJgD2060U6x5f-bl 
 
Register now to join the conversation and take action for the conservation of migratory birds.
 
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DarkSky International 
darksky.org

Native Gardens for Birds & PollinatorsThursday May 16 10 am – noon

Migratory Bird Day events this year celebrate the theme “Protect Insects, Protect Birds.” You can support native insects – and thereby migratory birds – right at home by growing native plants. They need virtually no water or care. Naturalist and gardener Dave Sutherland will give you a tour of his home native xeriscape in central Boulder and share tips for creating backyard bird habitat so you can enjoy Boulder’s native ecosystem in your own yard. Be prepared to receive handouts, free native plant seeds, and a couple of transplants dug out of Dave’s garden.  Dave will share 25 years of successes and failures – and some hilarious mistakes. You can grow these plants yourself and attract migratory birds and pollinating insects to your yard. Location provided when you register. 
Limit: 15. Registration is required.

Join us for our annual World Migratory Bird Day Event! Discover the fascinating role of insects in supporting migratory birds through engaging bird identification games, education activities, a live bird of prey showcase, and more.

When: Saturday, May 18th, 2024, from 9am - 1:30pm (MST).

Where: Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat. 3893 N. 75th St, Boulder, CO 80301.

Celebrate the return of migratory birds and bring families together to raise awareness and inspire action for their protection.

Our theme for this year is "Protect Insects, Protect Birds." We want to highlight the important role that insects play in the World Migratory Bird Day campaign. It helps us understand and appreciate the conservation of insects and wildlife event more.

You don't want to miss out on this amazing opportunity to have a day filled with festivities, education, and conservation efforts. Come join us and let's make a difference for migratory birds!

About WMBD:
World Migratory Bird Day is a global campaign that raises awareness about migratory birds' incredible journeys. Founder in 1933 as International Migratory Bird Day (IMBD), now known as World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD), this event was established at the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center. In 2007, it found its home at Environment for the Americas (EFTA), a non-profit organization dedicated to bird conservation. EFTA has evolved IMBD with annual conservation themes covering topics like habitats, climate change, and protective laws. In 2018, IMBD merged with the Convetionon the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbird Agreement (AEWA), and the Flyway Partnership between East Asia and Australasia (EAAFP), creating WMBD to amplify bird conservation worldwide. This campaign organizes thousands of educational events each year to promote the protection of migratory birds.

Learn more about WMBD offerings & events:
www.environmentamericas.org
www.migratorybirdday.org

Event by Environment for the Americas

Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat

Duration: 4 hr 30 min

Public