Kellogg Bird Sanctuary

About

The Sanctuary is a unique wildlife center, offering both walkable trails and public education programs, and is open to visitors year round.

Story

The Kellogg Bird Sanctuary is located in Augusta, Michigan, 15 miles north of Kalamazoo and 12 miles NW of Battle Creek. Sanctuary visitors can walk a 3/4-mile paved trail (wheelchair accessible) to see:
-Hundreds of waterfowl in their natural habitat, including Trumpeter Swans, Canada Geese and a variety of duck species
-Birds of prey enclosures feature both rare and common raptors, including a Bald Eagle, Red-tailed Hawks, Eastern Screech Owl and more
-The Leslie E. Tassel upland game bird display features grouse, pheasants, and quail - native to Michigan species and birds from around the world, some of which are rare, threatened or endangered
-Bird-friendly demonstration gardens situated towards the front of the sanctuary.

Mission

The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary conserves native habitat for migratory and resident birds and through research, education and outreach helps people gain environmental awareness about our past, present and future.