Birders of all ages, abilities and experience levels are invited to attend the first of three free, accessible birding events planned for 2026. Everyone Can Bird: Spring Migration will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sunday, May 3, at Chambers Grove Park, 13404 Minnesota Highway 23, in Duluth.

As spring migration gets underway, participants will have the opportunity to hear and observe birds returning north for the breeding season. Species may include forest birds such as warblers, sparrows and swallows, as well as waterbirds including grebes, mergansers and other migratory species.

The event is designed to be welcoming and accessible to people of all abilities and birding experience. Guided activities will include both moving and stationary options, allowing participants to engage at their own pace. Attendees may stay for the full program or join and leave as needed. Light refreshments will be provided, and a wheelchair‑accessible portable restroom will be available on site.

American Sign Language interpretation will be provided. Binoculars will be available for use, along with a spotting scope, wheelchair‑mounted binoculars and portable seating. A track chair — an all‑terrain, electric‑powered wheelchair designed for use on natural surface trails — will also be available courtesy of Duluth Parks and Recreation.

Registration is encouraged but not required. Additional event details and registration are available online.

Free transportation is available with pickup at 8:40 a.m. from the UW‑Superior Parking Lot No. 2 (behind Burger King) and at 9 a.m. from Menards in West Duluth, 503 N. 50th Ave. W. Advance registration is required to reserve a seat on the bus.

The Everyone Can Bird series is hosted by the Friends of the Lake Superior Reserve, Duluth Parks and Recreation, Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory, the Lake Superior Reserve, Minnesota Land Trust and Wisconsin Sea Grant.

Additional Everyone Can Bird events are scheduled for July 24 at Barker’s Island in Superior and Oct. 10 at Hawk Ridge in Duluth.

All activities are designed with accessibility in mind. Participants may request interpretation, materials in alternative languages or formats, or other accommodations to support full participation. To request accommodations or for more information, contact Luciana Ranelli at [email protected] or (715) 399-4085. All services are provided at no cost.