Blandford at Townsend Park: Beginner Birding for Adults


Blandford at Townsend Park: Beginner Birding for Adults
Date/Time
Registration Begins
8/22/2024 5:00 PM
Last Day To Register
9/21/2024 10:00 AM
Age Requirement
Birthdate cannot be after 10/21/2006
Location
8280 6 Mile Rd
Cannonsburg, MI 49317, US
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Join Blandford Nature Center's Environmental Educators as they lead a beginner birding hike around the park. While the program is aimed at folks who have done little to no birding before, we also welcome more experienced birders to join and share their excitement for this fun pastime! We'll start with some basic tips for bird identification as well as suggestions for books and phone apps that can used to assist you on your birding quests. Bring your own binoculars or feel free to borrow our easy-to-use, auto-focus binoculars. See how many birds you can find in your local park.

 

This is an adult program. If you have an older teen who wishes to attend, please email us at registrar@blandfordnaturecenter.org to see if we can accomodate them.

 

Price:

Adult: $10

 

Location and Directions: This program begins at Picnic Area B2 at Townsend Park located at 8280 6 Mile Road, Cannonsburg, MI 49317. To reach Picnic Area B2, from Ramsdell Dr turn east onto 6 Mile Road. Immediately after turning, there is parking on either side of 6 Mile Road. Drive past these roadside parking spots and take an immediate right into the driveway at the end of this parking area. Follow this driveway to the first small parking area next to a picnic area and playground. This is picnic area B2. Follow signs for Blandford Nature Center programs. There is a park map and link to directions available on the Townsend Park link above.

 

Important Notes (please read before registering):

  • All programs will begin promptly at the start time listed, so please plan to arrive a few minutes early. If you arrive late, we cannot guarantee that the group will still be at the listed starting location, as most programs involve at least a walk out in the park.
  • Pre-registration is required for all attendants for this program, and space is limited.
  • This is NOT a drop-off program. All registered children must have a registered adult supervising at all times throughout the program. Online registration will remain open until 12 pm the day before the program, unless it is sold out.
  • All programs take place at least partially, if not fully, outdoors and will likely include at least a walk, even if it is raining. Please be prepared for the weather, including coats and proper footwear for unpaved paths.
  • We plan most programs to walk along the park trails, so please let us know ahead of time if you or anyone in your party has mobility challenges so we can make adjustments accordingly.
  • If this program is sold out, please complete the online registration to be added to the waitlist. You will not be charged to be added to the waitlist. If spots become available, we will contact you via email no later than the day before the program with instructions to complete registration and payment.

Cancellation Policy: All Blandford programs in Kent County Parks are non-refundable and non-transferable, so please be certain of your wish to attend before purchasing tickets. We only cancel programs in the case of inclement weather, including lightning, heavy rain or winds, tornado warnings or extreme temperatures. Should we cancel a program for any of these reasons, we will notify you of the cancellation and of your refund options via email.

Cost
$10.00 per Participant
Cancellation Policy
All Blandford programs in Kent County Parks are non-refundable and non-transferable, so please be certain of your wish to attend before registering. We only cancel programs in the case of inclement weather, including lightning, heavy rain or winds, tornado warnings or extreme temperatures. Should we cancel a program for any of these reasons, we will notify you of the cancellation and of your refund options via email. All Blandford Programs in Kent County Parks will have a registrant minimum. If the minimum is not met, you may be contacted by Blandford Nature Center and notified of your refund options.
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