“Dow Gardens is thrilled to welcome such a diverse gathering of birding experts from Michigan and beyond,” notes Kyle Bagnall, Whiting Forest of Dow Gardens Program Manager. “Our hard-working planning team is dedicated to sharing our theme of Birding for All through every aspect of this exciting festival. We look forward to hosting participants in Midland and highlighting many ways the Great Lakes Bay Region upholds its well-deserved reputation as one of the top birding destinations in the Midwest".
Experienced guides await to provide tours of wildlife refuges, nature centers, and conservancy properties throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region. Additional offerings include sailing on the Tall Ship Appledore, birding by kayak on local waterways, a family five senses walk, and golf cart tours for mobility-limited participants. Instructional workshops will be led by noted bird illustrator Catherine Hamilton, award-winning Michigan photographer David Stimac, and creative non-fiction and nature writing instructor, Dr. Kevin Koch
Accommodations: Festival guests will stay at the H Hotel, in the heart of Downtown Midland, where concurrent sessions, meals, and the keynote presentation will be held. The H Hotel is located within walking distance of many local restaurants, shops, and parks. A group rate is offered for participants.
Partners: Dow Gardens is pleased to partner with local organizations dedicated to conservation, nature education and sustainable living. Local partners include Chippewa Nature Center, Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy, Little Forks Conservancy, and Chippewa Watershed Conservancy. Additional support is provided by Go Great Lakes Bay Convention and Visitors Bureau and The Nature Conservancy.
For more information regarding the Whiting Forest of Dow Gardens Birding Festival, including a complete schedule of events, visit the website.
For media inquiries please contact Whiting Forest Program Manager, Kyle Bagnall at 989 631-2677 or via bagnall@dowgardens.org.
About Dow Gardens
Since being established in 1899, as a home for Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow and family, the 110-acre Dow Gardens now welcomes more than 200,000 guests per year. Visitors are invited to leave the pathway and explore the uniquely-designed landscape, take a tour of the historic Pines Home, participate in one of many hands-on educational programs, and discover beautiful art and music in a relaxed setting. Dow Gardens is comprised of an Estate Garden, Exploration Garden, and Whiting Forest, which takes visitors four stories high to stroll along the nation’s longest canopy walk.
Dow Gardens is a signature gift of The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation.
Experienced guides await to provide tours of wildlife refuges, nature centers, and conservancy properties throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region. Additional offerings include sailing on the Tall Ship Appledore, birding by kayak on local waterways, a family five senses walk, and golf cart tours for mobility-limited participants. Instructional workshops will be led by noted bird illustrator Catherine Hamilton, award-winning Michigan photographer David Stimac, and creative non-fiction and nature writing instructor, Dr. Kevin Koch
Accommodations: Festival guests will stay at the H Hotel, in the heart of Downtown Midland, where concurrent sessions, meals, and the keynote presentation will be held. The H Hotel is located within walking distance of many local restaurants, shops, and parks. A group rate is offered for participants.
Partners: Dow Gardens is pleased to partner with local organizations dedicated to conservation, nature education and sustainable living. Local partners include Chippewa Nature Center, Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy, Little Forks Conservancy, and Chippewa Watershed Conservancy. Additional support is provided by Go Great Lakes Bay Convention and Visitors Bureau and The Nature Conservancy.
For more information regarding the Whiting Forest of Dow Gardens Birding Festival, including a complete schedule of events, visit the website.
For media inquiries please contact Whiting Forest Program Manager, Kyle Bagnall at 989 631-2677 or via bagnall@dowgardens.org.
About Dow Gardens
Since being established in 1899, as a home for Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow and family, the 110-acre Dow Gardens now welcomes more than 200,000 guests per year. Visitors are invited to leave the pathway and explore the uniquely-designed landscape, take a tour of the historic Pines Home, participate in one of many hands-on educational programs, and discover beautiful art and music in a relaxed setting. Dow Gardens is comprised of an Estate Garden, Exploration Garden, and Whiting Forest, which takes visitors four stories high to stroll along the nation’s longest canopy walk.
Dow Gardens is a signature gift of The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation.
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