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Spring is in the air, and Mitchell Lake Audubon Center is ready to welcome nature lovers, bird enthusiasts, and families for a month filled with exciting outdoor experiences. From guided bird tours to hands-on conservation efforts and family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this March.
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Check out the lineup of events below and join us in celebrating the beauty of nature!
Guided bird tours
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Sundays: March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
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8 a.m.
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FREE for Members | $10 General Admission
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Registration Required
Join us every Sunday morning for a guided birding tour through Mitchell Lake’s diverse habitats. Led by expert guides, these tours allow guests to spot 30-50 bird species while exploring by car and foot. Perfect for birding enthusiasts aged 15 and up, the tour lasts up to four hours, but guests may leave anytime. Be sure to bring binoculars, water, closed-toe shoes, long pants, and bug spray.
Spring break activity week
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Tuesday, March 11 – Sunday, March 16
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FREE entry: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Activities: 8 a.m.-Noon
Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with a week of hands-on activities focused on creating bird-friendly communities. Stop by the Visitor Center to learn about migratory birds and get creative with daily themed crafts:
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Tuesday: Build a Bird Craft
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Wednesday: DIY Bird-Friendly Window Decals
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Thursday: Build a Bird Feeder
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Friday: Make a Bird Nesting Materials Holder
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Saturday: Make Native Seed Balls
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Sunday: Build a Bird Feeder
Spring break open house and doggy day
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Saturday, March 15
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8 a.m.–4 p.m.
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FREE | Reserve Tickets
Enjoy a full day of free entry at Mitchell Lake! Bring your furry friend for a special dog-friendly day, with designated trails to ensure minimal impact on wildlife. Free doggy bags and native plant information will be available.
Migratory Bird Fest
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Saturday, March 22
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9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Kick-off spring migration at our annual Migratory Bird Fest! This free community event features live birds and animals, games, crafts, vendors, a native plant sale, food trucks, nature walks, exploration stations, and guided golf cart tours of the wetlands.
Visit MitchellLake.Audubon.org/events for more information and to register for events. We look forward to seeing you at the Mitchell Lake Audubon Center this March!
This article initially appeared on Live from the Southside.
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