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SUMMARY:All About Bats
DESCRIPTION:Date: August 1st (Saturday)\nTime: 8pm – 10pm\nPresenter: Todd Cartner and wife from Discovery Bats Ohio \nToss Cartner and his wife from the Discovery Bats Ohio are heading north to spread their knowledge and love of bats. Workshop includes using hand-held sensors that let you listen to and identify bats as they come out in the evening. Registration Required. \nRegistration Required \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/all-about-bats/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals
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SUMMARY:Beginners Fly Tying and Casting
DESCRIPTION:Date: July 18th (Saturday)\nTime: 10am – 12pm\nPresenter: Byron Lamphear and Mark Jarvie from Headwaters Trout Unlimited. \nExplore the world of fly tying and casting. Craft your very own summer dry fly and practice some casting tricks on the lawn. From beginners ages 14+. Registration Required. \nRegistration Required \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/beginners-fly-tying-and-casting/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals
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SUMMARY:Michigan's Raptors
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 6th (Saturday)\nTime: 1pm – 2pm: Kid Friendly / 3pm – 4pm: Adult Focused\nPresenter: Skegemog Raptor Center \nCome see and learn about Michigan’s raptors and their conservation from Skegemog Raptor Center\, a non-profit raptor rehabilitation center in northern Michigan. Attendees should expect to see live raptors up close\, hear about their adaptations\, and learn how to help conserve raptors at home. If weather allows\, see them soar! \nThere is a 1pm event for youth and a 3pm event for adults. Registration Required. \nRegistration Required \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/michigans-raptors/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals
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SUMMARY:Thunder Chicken: The life history\, ecology and management of Michigan's Ruffed Grouse
DESCRIPTION:Date: October 18th\nTime: 9am – 12pm\nPresenter: Bryant Eddy\, Huron Pines \nExplore the Ruffed Grouse’s fascinating biology and behavior. This workshop\, lead by Huron Pines’ Bryant Eddy\, starts with a presentation at the Discovery Center\, followed by a field trip where we will experience ruffed grouse habitat and discuss their management in Northern Michigan. This event is for all ages and backgrounds. Be sure to bring a snack! \nRegistration Required \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/thunder-chicken-the-life-history-ecology-and-management-of-michigans-ruffed-grouse/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals
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SUMMARY:Elk in the Pigeon River Country (Session Two)
DESCRIPTION:Date: September 25th (Thursday)\nTime: 6:45am – 9:45am\nPresenter: Doug Reeves\, Retired DNR Wildlife Biologist \nGet up early to try and find the elusive PRC elk with the help of retired wildlife biologist Doug Reeves. Learn about these majestic creatures and the best practices for spotting them. You’ll likely get to hear elk bugling\, a truly unforgettable experience. Binoculars recommended\, cameras optional. Dress in earth tones (no bright colors)\, with water resistant footwear. Ages 16+ \nRegistration Required. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/elk-in-the-pigeon-river-country-session-two/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Elk
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SUMMARY:Elk in the Pigeon River Country (Session One)
DESCRIPTION:Date: September 20th (Saturday)\nTime: 6:45am – 9:45am\nPresenter: Doug Reeves\, Retired DNR Wildlife Biologist \nGet up early to try and find the elusive PRC elk with the help of retired wildlife biologist Doug Reeves. Learn about these majestic creatures and the best practices for spotting them. You’ll likely get to hear elk bugling\, a truly unforgettable experience. Binoculars recommended\, cameras optional. Dress in earth tones (no bright colors)\, with water resistant footwear. Ages 16+ \nRegistration Required. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/elk-in-the-prc/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals,Elk
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SUMMARY:Birding and Forest Connection
DESCRIPTION:Date: May 31st (Saturday)\nTime: 8am – 11am\nPresenter: Joy Mittig\, Forest Technician\, Michigan DNR \nCome enjoy a morning of birdwatching at the Discovery Center’s first program of 2025! Learn about how forestry practices in the PRC impact birds\, followed by a birdwatching tour around the forest. This program is led by Joy Mittig\, DNR Forest Technician and avid birder. \nDress for the weather\, with shoes or boots suitable for some walking off trail. Bring your own binoculars\, bug spray\, water\, and snacks. All attendees will receive a copy of Forestry for Michigan Birds. \n(In the case of inclement weather\, the bird watching tour will be canceled.) \nRegistration Required. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://pigeonriverdiscoverycenter.org/event/birding-in-the-prc/
LOCATION:Discovery Center\, 9984 Twin Lakes Rd\, Vanderbilt\, 49795\, United States
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