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Free ‘Bird Day’ at Tropical Audubon Society in South Miami

Calling all kids, parents, scouts, naturalists, neighbors and birding enthusiasts. After a 2-year pandemic hiatus, BIRD DAY returns to the 2.2-acre Tropical Audubon Society campus from noon to 4 p.m. on Feb. 18, 2023. Now in its ninth iteration, the annual event is an engaging, educational afternoon filled with enriching outdoor experiences. Features include interactive activities and prizes at this free nature festival designed for folks of every age.

  • “Meet” rehabilitated wild birds and animals rescued by the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station and Wildlife Rescue of Miami-Dade County.
  • Hone your binocular skills.
  • Try your hand at Nature Journaling and much more

BIRD DAY celebrates the annual northbound flight of nearly 350 species of migratory birds stopping in South Florida on their return to North America from spending the winter in the Caribbean, Central and South America and Mexico.

Food: Nacho Bizness truck will be onsite with delicious home-style tacos, quesadillas, and burritos for purchase for your picnic.

Parking: Limited free parking via the 55th Avenue auto entry gate; free parking at Riviera Presbyterian Church; various meter, garage and valet options within 1-3 blocks; plus, Metrorail service to South Miami Station.

Click HERE to register and RSVP for free admission.

Location: Tropical Audubon Society, 5530 Sunset Drive, Miami, FL 33143

Image: tropicalaudubon.org

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Mary Lou Cruz

About Mary Lou Cruz

I worked at the South Florida Sun Sentinel for 21 years, in Advertising, Technology and Editorial. Before my newspaper career, I worked in the airline and travel industry and I have lived in Brazil, Puerto Rico and vacationed in more than 25 countries. Originally, I'm from Maryland. I moved to Florida in 1984 and raised my daughter in Miami. Send me notices and details for upcoming free events, from Jupiter to Boca, at news@PalmBeachOnTheCheap.com.

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