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SAT · MAY 9 · 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Spring Bird Count

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center· 1111 E Brown Deer Rd
0+ · Free · Just Show Up
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Spot migrating birds with fellow enthusiasts at Retzer Nature Center.

Part I

The details

About this event

The Spring Bird Count at Retzer Nature Center is a must for bird lovers and nature enthusiasts. Organized by the Benjamin F. Goss Bird Club, this event offers a chance to observe the spring migration of a variety of bird species, including owls, waterfowl, and songbirds. It's a peaceful morning spent in the company of fellow bird watchers, making it a perfect way to connect with nature.

Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars and enjoy the serene surroundings of the Retzer Nature Center. The event is free and open to all, making it an accessible and enjoyable outing for both seasoned birders and curious newcomers. Whether you're an avid bird watcher or just looking for a relaxing day outdoors, this event offers a unique glimpse into the world of bird migration.

From the organizer

The Spring Bird Count is held each May by the Benjamin F. Goss Bird Club, which corresponds to counting spring migration of owls, waterfowls, shorebirds, songbirds, warblers, and other spring birds migrating from the south.
— Benjamin F. Goss Bird Club

Getting in

  • Free — Just Show Up

  • Drop in anytime — no commitment needed

What's It Actually Like?

Energy2/5
ZenMosh Pit
Chill
Outdoorsy
Quiet

Who'll Be There

Expect a mix of local birdwatchers, families with children, retirees, and community members interested in nature and conservation. The crowd will likely be diverse in age but skew towards those with a keen interest in wildlife.

How the Room Feels

Quiet expectedLow light

What You'll Leave With

A memory

Part II · The feel

How it feels

The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.

The room

Library rules. Whispers and a calm body — this is not a talking-out-loud room.

Quiet expectedLow light

You'll leave with

A memory

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