Paradise Bluffs - "The Bluffs"

07/21/2025

The chicks remain strong! While their official fledge date has come and gone, they aren’t flying just yet, but are so close. Each day, their feathers grow and become more distinct, making their little jump flights increase in air time.

Photo: WPBO's PIPL Chicks practice their boy band pose | Stephanie Owens

See the full blog update from Stephanie Owens, our 2025 WPBO Piping Plover Monitor.
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06/29/2025

Come see us at the Wild Blueberry Festival, August 15th–17th.✨
Order ahead and pick it up at our booth! You can place your order online and use the code FESTIVALPICKUP at checkout. Please bring a copy of your confirmation email to the festival for pickup. Or give us a call at 231-920-7521.
📦 Order deadlines:
• Custom orders — due by July 20th
• In-stock items — order by July 30th
We can’t wait to see you there!
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06/26/2025

06/17/2025

Join us on the trail, in the river, or around the fire!

06/17/2025

The Mighty Mac Bridge from high above in a Cessna plane.
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06/17/2025

Birding Tours

🌿🐦 **Fall Birding Tours at Whitefish Point Bird Observatory!** 🐦🌿

Ready to sharpen your birding skills and witness one of Michigan’s most magical migrations? Join Michigan Audubon for a guided birding tour at Whitefish Point Bird Observatory (WPBO) in Paradise, MI! Immerse yourself in the beauty of autumn colors while witnessing migrating waterbirds, fall warblers, and more. With the possibility of spotting vagrants and rarities, these tours are perfect for birders who want to learn, explore, and connect with nature.

📍 Tour Dates:
🗓️ September 20–21, 2025
🗓️ October 4–5, 2025

👥 Limited to just 12 participants per tour — spots will go fast!
💵 $175 (members) / $200 (non-members)
🏕️ Meals and lodging not included
🌲 Tour rated MODERATE – Travel involves car caravans and foot travel over various terrains, so come prepared for diverse weather conditions!

⏰ Registration opens June 13 at 9 a.m.
📌 Mark your calendar and get ready to fall in love with fall migration at WPBO!

👉 Learn more at: https://ow.ly/f3yz50W936e👈

📸 Hooded Merganser | Steve Jessmore

06/17/2025

Fun adventures await!

06/03/2025

Yooperlite Season!

06/03/2025

Tours Available! 👇

Ready to add Kirtland's Warbler to your Life List?

Join Michigan Audubon for a Kirtland’s Warbler Tour embarking from Hartwick Pines State Park. Tours are scheduled daily from May 24 – June 30. This is your opportunity to see one of North America’s most sought-after songbirds!

🕖 Guided tours start daily at 7 a.m., with additional 11 a.m. tours on weekends
⏳ Tour duration: 2.5–3 hours
💲 Cost: $20 per person

These unforgettable birdwatching tours celebrate the conservation comeback of the Kirtland’s Warbler, a species that nests exclusively in young jack pine forests.

👉 Register now and reserve your spot!
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06/03/2025

Piping Plover Action

03/09/2025

02/06/2025

Come get your snowmobile fix!
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