Chimney Swift Conservation in Michigan
2027-02-17 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Detroit) | Ann Arbor District Library – Downtown Branch, 343 South Fifth Ave, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
How well do you know this compact, aerial acrobat? Facing steep population declines, the Chimney Swift is one urban bird that we should all get behind. In this presentation you will learn the identification and life history of the Chimney Swift along with issues these birds are grappling with. We will also discuss ways that YOU can help with Chimney Swift conservation and what Michigan Audubon is doing across the state to help this enigmatic bird.
About Chad Machinski
While Chad’s first love is botany, he doesn’t deny the intertwining nature of birds, plants, insects, and all other organisms we share the world with. As Michigan Audubon’s Conservation Manager, Chad is responsible for the management and care for all 20 of Michigan Audubon’s Sanctuaries around the state and bird specific programs such as Chimney Swift and Purple Martin conservation. In his spare time, Chad enjoys tending to and expanding his native plant garden, birding, and learning more about our natural world.

Conservation Stories: BirdSong Nature Preserve and Sibley Prairie
2027-03-30 18:00 - 19:30
The BirdSong Nature Preserve will soon become the newest addition to the protected lands in Superior Township. Stretching over one mile, the preserve will protect a variety of habitats and consolidate a two-mile corridor of protected land. Sibley Prairie, in Brownstown Township, is the largest and highest-quality lakeplain prairie remaining in the entire state. A coalition of groups is working to save it from development. Learn about Sibley Prairie’s significance and how you can help.
Presenter: Jack Smiley, President, Michigan Land Conservancy
This program will be live streamed on our YouTube channel (click on the “LIVE” link appearing on our channel when the program is in session).

Black Birders Week Extravaganza
2027-05-26 13:00 - 14:30
Come celebrate Black Birders Week as we join members of the Ypsilanti and the greater birding communities in this outdoor event. At this event, we will have activities set up by the following organizations:

Leslie Science and Nature Center
Michigan Audubon Society
Ryan Henyard Creative Photography
Ypsilanti District Library
Washtenaw Bird and Nature Alliance

Whether you are a seasoned birder or new to birds, come on out and celebrate with us. We encourage you to bring neighbors and friends.
Location: Erickson Elementary School and Nancy Park
1427 Levona St, Ypsilanti
Parking: Since parking at the school might be limited, please park on surrounding streets and walk to the back area of the school connected to Nancy Park
Time: 5 – 6:30 pm (drop in for some or all of the event)
