# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Birding Along the Bear River Session 2
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 18 May, 2026 at 08:30 am – Mon, 18 May, 2026 at 10:10 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council staff and the Petoskey Regional Audubon Society members for a pair of guided birding walks along the Bear River this spring. Supported by the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation’s Little Traverse Bay Restoration Fund, these events are part of a broader effort to connect people with the Bear River corridor and support ongoing restoration work through the Healing the Bear Initiative.

RSVP: https://watershedcouncil.org/event/birding-along-the-bear-river-2/

Whether you’re brand new to birding or have years of experience, all are welcome to join us in slowing down, observing, and appreciating the birds and habitats that make this ecosystem unique.

Early May is an ideal time for birding. Brightly colored male birds are singing to attract a mate and establish a territory. The leaves on the trees are just opening up so it is easier to see the birds.

The Beginner Birding Walk on May 11 will provide tips and recommendations for those just getting into bird watching, followed by a walk along the Bear River to see and hear birds.

On the May 18 walk along the Bear River, we will identify birds by sight and sound.

Event Details:
Beginner Birding (Introductory): Monday, May 11

Bear River Bird Walk: Monday, May 18

Time: 8:30 – 10:10 AM

Location: Bear River Picnic Shelter. Parking is available on Quaintance Ave, Petoskey. 

These walks are free, but RSVP is appreciated.
RSVP: https://watershedcouncil.org/event/birding-along-the-bear-river-2/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/petoskey/birding-along-the-bear-river-session-2/200029945732341
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 7

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Petoskey
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Bear River Shelter
- **lat**: 45.3723471943
- **long**: -84.9606176998
- **full address**: Bear River Shelter, 514 Elizabeth St, Petoskey, MI 49770-2702, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Birding Along the Bear River Session 2 being held?
  - **A:** Birding Along the Bear River Session 2 takes place on Mon, 18 May, 2026 at 08:30 am to Mon, 18 May, 2026 at 10:10 am at Bear River Shelter, 514 Elizabeth St, Petoskey, MI 49770-2702, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Birding Along the Bear River Session 2?
  - **A:** Birding Along the Bear River Session 2 is organized by Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council.

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