Nature Series

Robins by Patricia Innis

Nature Hikes -Birdwatching and More!

2nd Saturday Each Month – April through October
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Free with Art Park admission

2025 Dates:

  • April 12
  • May 10
  • June 14
  • July 12
  • August 9
  • September 13
  • October 11

Join Executive Director and birding guide Angie Quinn on a nature and birdwatching hike through the Art Park! In the midst of a 30-acre preserve—and part of the Sleeping Bear Birding Trail—Michigan Legacy Art Park offers ample opportunity to view or hear a variety of Michigan birds, animals, butterflies, trees and plants.

  • Meet at the trailhead at 10:00 am, rain or shine.
  • Cancellations for severe weather only. (check Facebook 1 hour prior to hike for confirmation)
  • View EVENT CALENDAR for dates.
  • Plan approximately 1.5 hours and binoculars are recommended but not required. 
    A limited number of binoculars will be available on a first-come first-served basis

Birding resources from Michigan Audubon:
Identifying an unknown bird is a breeze with online bird guides and smart phone apps. These fantastic electronic field guides provide species information including identification tips, range, habitat, photos, and audio clips.