It’s time again to buy your Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp – known by most as a “duck stamp.” This program was begun in 1934, and the money from the sale of the stamps has put over 6.5…
Audubon Society of Kalamazoo October 2020 Monthly Presentation via Zoom
We’ve gone virtual with our programming! If you weren’t able to join us for our first virtual program, “Kleinstuck Preserve – The History, Geology & Ornithology of a Community Gem,” please follow this link https://tinyurl.com/y5lgcse8.If you want to find out…
Asylum Lake Preservation Association (ALPA) New Website
The Asylum Lake Preservation Association (ALPA) has recently developed a website with the goal of educating and informing the community about their efforts to preserve and protect the Asylum Lake Preserve. The Audubon Society of Kalamazoo (ASK) has been an…
Mackinac Straits Raptor Watch
Talons Over MackinacMackinac Straits Raptor Watch NewsletterAugust 2020 In the spring of 2020, although people weren’t moving around very much, raptors certainly were, flying to reach their summer nesting areas. The Mackinac Straits Raptor Watch recorded more raptors flying through Mackinaw…
Keep Kalamazoo Wild
It’s now or never! The Stewards of Kleinstuck are thrilled to announce that we’ve entered an agreement to buy the 12 acres of woods next to Kleinstuck. WE NEED YOUR DONATION NOW for this one chance to protect the landfor our community, for nature, forever.…
Binoculars and Scopes
Where to Find Basic Information on Choosing Binoculars and Spotting Scopes Where to Find Basic Information on Choosing Binoculars and Spotting Scopes Below are several articles from very reliable sources to help you choose which binoculars or scope to buy.…
COVID-19 and Birding
Birders, The letter below is from a birder who is also a physician and contains good information and reminders about birding while maintaining social distancing. Stay safe out there! Hi everyone, So I know this is somewhat off-topic (and you…
Seeing Stars: How Birds Use the Night Sky During Migration
Can Voices from the Macaulay Library Help Return Illegally Captured Birds Back Home? By Kathi Borgmann
Illegal wildlife trade is a booming billion-dollar business, ranking third among illegal activities after drug and human trafficking. Many millions of live and dead animals across the globe are sold every year for traditional medicines, jewelry, and personal collections. Among…
Protecting Kleinstuck Preserve
The Stewards of Kleinstuck invite you to an informational meeting about the forested land for sale at 2000 Hudson Street on Wednesday evening, October 30th. This privately held parcel of 11 acres was recently listed for sale and presents a…