Sharing the joy of birds and nature is at the core of everything we do at Wild Birds Unlimited. We love playing an active role in the local community by hosting bird walks and giving educational presentations.
Upcoming Events
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Fabulous Finches
Finches are energetic, fun to watch, and beloved across the U.S. Here are some fun facts: Goldfinches molt twice a year and are one of the last birds to nest in the summer. The eastern population of House Finches came about as a result of birds that were captured on the west coast, sold illegally in New York and released from captivity to avoid prosecution.
Learn more fun facts about the fabulous finches of Michigan at our event!
Date and Time: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 6:00 pm
Location: Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy, John C. Jackson Resource Center, 8801 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
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Fundraiser for the Sibley Prairie
The Sibley Prairie is the last of its kind in Southeast Michigan. An oasis in the heart of Brownstown Twp., the prairie is home to threatened species of plants and animals. 200 years ago, bison roamed there. Now we have a chance to save the 440 acre lakeplain prairie from development forever, but time is running out! We will donate 10% of our sales for the day and donations will be accepted in-store. At 6:00 pm, James Bull, a member of the Save the Sibley Prairie Coalition, will present a slideshow about the significance of the prairie. The program is free, but donations are welcome! Click here to reserve a seat. For more information about the Sibley Prairie and other ways to donate, click here.
Date and Time: Thursday, August 27, 2026 6:00 pm
Location: Wild Birds Unlimited, 19093 West Road, Woodhaven, MI 48183
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Bird Walk With Sam
Certified Bird Feeding Specialist Sam will lead a bird walk, suitable for beginning to advanced birders, at the Gibraltar Bay Unit on Grosse Ile, MI He'll be representing the Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy and Wild Birds Unlimited of Woodhaven.
Date and Time: Sunday, August 30, 2026 10:00 am
Location: Gibraltar Bay Unit (part of the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge), Grosse Ile, MI
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Fall Migration Bird Feeding 101
Fall migration is one of the most exciting times of the year for bird lovers. Each autumn, millions of birds trave through southeast Michigan as they make their incredible journeys to wintering grounds across the southern United States, Central and South America. Thanks to Michigan's location along two major migration flyways - the Mississippi and the Atlantic - we have the opportunity to witness an amazing diversity of species passing through our region. An if we're really lucky-passing through our yards!
Finding reliable sources of food and water is essential for migrating birds as they rest and refuel for the next leg of their journey. Join us to discover how you can support birds in your own yard this fall, which species you can expect to see throughtout the season, and how best to attract them to your space.
Date and Time: Monday, September 14, 2026 6:00 pm
Location: Flat Rock Public Library, 25200 Gibraltar Rd., Flat Rock, MI 48134
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An Introduction to the Amazing Migrating Raptors of North America
Featuring Sam Heilman, Certified Bird Feeding Specialist, this presentation will focus on introducing people to migratory raptors of North America, how they complete this extraordinary journey, conservation threats they face, and what people can do to support their conservation. In addition, they will learn fun facts about the individual raptor species! The event is free but reservations are encouraged at (734) 307-3456.
Sam Heilman was a volunteer with the Detroit River Hawk Watch for several years. There he discovered a love for hawk watching as well as a deep appreciation for the scale and importance of hawk migration. He aims to spread the word about the amazing phenomenon of hawk migration and how to help conserve North American raptors.
Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026
Location: Wild Birds Unlimited, 19093 West Road, Woodhaven, MI 48183
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Hawkfest at Lake Erie Metropark
Stop by our tent and try our Vortex optics! We will be selling optics (including special orders to be drop shipped), hats, and other items.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Sunday, September 20, 2026
Lake Erie Metropark, Brownstown, MI, in front of the Marshlands Museum
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Fall Migration Bird Feeding 101
Fall migration is one of the most exciting times of the year for bird lovers. Each autumn, millions of birds trave through southeast Michigan as they make their incredible journeys to wintering grounds across the southern United States, Central and South America. Thanks to Michigan's location along two major migration flyways - the Mississippi and the Atlantic - we have the opportunity to witness an amazing diversity of species passing through our region. An if we're really lucky-passing through our yards!
Finding reliable sources of food and water is essential for migrating birds as they rest and refuel for the next leg of their journey. Join us to discover how you can support birds in your own yard this fall, which species you can expect to see throughtout the season, and how best to attract them to your space.
Date and Time: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 6:00 pm
Location: Ellis Library & Conference Center, 3700 S. Custer Rd., Monroe, MI 48161
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Bird Walk With Erin
Erin, our Store Manager, will lead a bird walk, suitable for beginning to advanced birders, at the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge in Trenton. Please meet in front of the visitors' center. The walk will take place on the groomed trail.
Date and Time: Saturday, October 10, 2026 9:00 am
Location: Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, West Jefferson Ave., Trenton, Mi
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Past Events, 2026
Fabulous Finches - Saturday, August 8, 2026 1:00 pm, in-store
How to Be a Summertime Bird Feeding Pro! - Thursday, July 23, 2026 6:00 pm, in-store
Native Plants & Trees of Michigan and Why They're Important - Tuesday, July 14, 2026 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy
Ornitherapy - Tuesday, June 23, 2026 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy
Native Plant & Shrub Sale and Native Plant Workshop with East Michigan Native Plants, Friday, June 12, 2026 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, in-store
All About Hummingbirds, Nature's Jewels - Tuesday, May 19, 2026 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy
All About Hummingbirds, Nature's Jewels - Thursday, May 14, 2026 6:00 pm, in-store
The Joy of Bird Feeding - Tuesday, April 28, 2026 7:00 pm, Woodhaven Garden Club
All About Orioles - Saturday, April 18, 2026 1:00 pm, In-Store
All About Orioles - Tuesday, April 7, 2026 6:000 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy
Bird Walk - Saturday, April 4, 2026, 10:00 am, Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, Humbug Marsh Unit
Spring Bluebird Festival, Michigan Bluebird Society - Saturday, March 28, 2026 9:00 am - 4:45 pm, Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor, MI
Bluebirds and Other Cavity Nesting Birds, with Michigan Bluebird Society - Thursday, March 26, 2026 6:00 pm, Flat Rock Public Library
Bluebirds and Other Cavity Nesting Birds, with Michigan Bluebird Society - Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy, 8801 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
Backyard Birds - Wednesday, March 4, 2026 8:00 pm, Pioneer Girls, First Presbyterian Church, Trenton, MI
The Secret Love Life of Birds - Thursday, February 26, 2026 7:00 pm, Allen Park Garden Club
"Good as Gold" Goldfinch Talk - Tuesday, February 24, 2026 6:00 pm, Moonglow Garden Club
The Secret Love Life of Birds - Thursday, February 19, 2026 6:00 pm, In-Store
The Secret Love Life of Birds - Tuesday, February 17, 2026 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy, 8801 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
The Secret Love Life of Birds - Tuesday, February 10, 2026 11:30 am, Bridgewater by Del Webb retirement community
The Secret Love Life of Birds - Monday, February 9, 2026 11:00 am, Grosse Ile Garden Club
Crazy for Cardinals - Thursday, January 22, 2026 6:00 pm, In-Store
Crazy for Cardinals - Tuesday, January 13, 2026 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy, 8801 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
Past Events, 2025
Bird Walk With Sam with Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy - Sunday, December 14, 2025 3:00 pm, Gibraltar Bay Unit, 28820 E River Road, Grosse Ile, MI 48138
Birds and Holiday Traditions - Tuesday, December 9, 2025 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy, 8801 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
Coffee, Donuts & Birds - Saturday, November 29, 2025 10:00 - 11:00, In-Store
Wonderful Woodpeckers - Thursday, November 13, 2025 7:30 pm, Grosse Ile Evening Garden Club
The Joy of Bird Feeding - Tuesday, October 21, 2025 3:30 pm, Bridgewater by Del Webb retirement community
Owls: Nature's Nocturnal Neighbors - Thursday, October 16, 2025 6:00 pm, Flat Rock Public Library, 25200 Gibraltar Rd., Flat Rock, MI 48134
Owls: Nature's Nocturnal Neighbors - Tuesday, October 14, 2025 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy, 8801 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
Birding for Wellness Bird Walk - Sunday, October 5, 2025 10 am - 12 pm, Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge
Hawkfest - Saturday, September 20, 2025 & Sunday, September 21, 2025 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Lake Erie Metropark - represented Vortex optics
"Caching Cousins" - Chickadees, Titmice & Nuthatches - Saturday, September 13, 2025 1:00 pm, in-store
"Caching Cousins" - Chickadees, Titmice & Nuthatches - Tuesday, September 9, 2025 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy, 8801 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
Birding for Wellness Bird Walk - Saturday, September 6, 2025, 10 am - 12 pm, Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge
"Good as Gold" - Saturday, August 23, 2025 1:00 pm, in-strore
Rock Painting Event - Saturday, August 16, 2025 1:00 - 3:00 pm, in-store
Ornitherapy - Thursday, August 7, 2025 1:00 - 4:00 pm, Monroe County Mental Health Authority
"Good as Gold" - Saturday, August 2, 2025 1:00 pm, in-store
The Joy of Bird Feeding - Thursday, July 31, 2025 6:00 pm, Southgate Public Library, 14680 Dix-Toledo Rd., Southgate, MI 48195
"Wonderful Woodpeckers" - Tuesday, July 15, 2025 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy, 8801 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
Summertime Bird Feeding - Saturday, July 12, 2025 1:00 pm, in-store
"Native Plants and Why They're Important" - Tuesday, June 17, 2025 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy, 8801 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
Native Plant and Shrub Sale - Friday, June 13, 2025 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, East Michigan Native Plants, in front of store
"Hummingbirds, Nature's Jewels" - Tuesday, May 20, 2025 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy, 8801 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
"Wonderful Woodpeckers" - Thursday, May 15, 2025 6:00 pm, Taylor Garden Club
"Hummingbirds, Nature's Jewels" - Saturday, May 3, 2025 1:00 pm, in-store
"A Splash of Orange" - All About Orioles - Tuesday, April 22, 2025 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy, 8801 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
"A Splash of Orange" - All About Orioles - Saturday, April 19, 2025 1:00 pm, in-store
"A Splash of Orange" - All About Orioles - Saturday, April 5, 2025 1:00 pm, Oakwoods Nature Center, Oakwoods Metropark, 28700 Oakwood, Flat Rock, MI 48134
Native Plants and Trees for Michigan Gardens - Saturday, March 22, 2025 1:00 pm, Lake Erie Metropark Marshlands Museum and Nature Center, 32481 W Jefferson, Brownstown, MI
Bluebirds and Other Cavity Nesting Birds - Tuesday, March 18, 2025 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy, 8801 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
Bluebirds and Other Cavity Nesting Birds - Saturday, March 1, 2025 1:00 pm, in-store
Ornitherapy - Thursday, February 20, 2025 6:00 pm, Taylor Garden Club
"The Secret Love Life of Birds" - Tuesday, February 18, 2025 6:00 pm, Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy, 8801 Macomb St., Grosse Ile, MI 48138
"The Secret Love Life of Birds" - Saturday, January 30, 2025 1:00 pm, in-store
"Caching Cousins" - Chickadees, Titmice & Nutatches - Tuesday, January 28, 2025 7:00 pm, Trenton Moonglow Garden Club
"Wonderful Woodpeckers" - Saturday, January 11, 2025 1:00 pm, Lake Erie Metropark Marshlands Museum and Nature Center, 32481 W Jefferson, Brownstown, MI