Don't miss the 2012 Michigan Bluebird Society's......

Spring Bluebird Festival

 It's THE Bluebird event of the year in the state of Michigan!  Where else can you meet the most dedicated bluebird experts in the state, learn the latest tips about how to attract America's favorite bird, be surrounded by one of Michigan's most beautiful natural areas, and be able to leave the event with a hand crafted bluebird nesting box ready to put up in your yard?   Sound good?  Here's the details....

WHEN:           Saturday, March 31st, 2012

WHERE:         P.J. Hoffmaster State Park in Muskegon, MI in the Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center

WHAT:           A fun-filled day of programs, nature hike, food, a bluebird nesting box workshop, and talking to fellow bluebird lovers.

WHY:             Learn more about bluebirds and how to help them thrive in Michigan

COST:          FREE for MBS members and only $5 for guests (NOTE: you must have a state park vehicle pass to enter P.J. Hoffmaster S.P. - see details below)

Here is a program schedule for the day:

10:00 - 11:00   Registration, coffee, and meet fellow bluebirders

11:00 - 11:20   Short MBS Business Update

11:30 - 12:30   Program:  Owls of Michigan - Silent Flyers  presented by Sue Stamy, Director of the Braveheart Raptor Rehabilitation Center. 

12:30 - 1:15     Lunch

1:15 - 2:00      Workshop: Getting Started In Bluebirding In One Day, presented by Kurt Hagemeister of the Michigan Bluebird Society.

2:00 - 3:00      Bluebird Expo:  See and buy the latest bluebird stuff!

3:00               Optional Nature Hike:  The Birds and Wildlife of Hoffmaster State Park

**** To Reserve A Spot And To Help Us Plan For Food......  ****

Call or email Lynette Myers at (517) 206-7066 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 Please note, the workshop is free.  But if you want to take home a nest box,  there will be bluebird house and pole kits available for sale.  These are described below.....

 KIT #1

Includes a quality assembled nesting box, mounting pole and hardware, Bluebird Landlord guide, and a 1 year membership in MBS.

REG. PRICE:   $45       SPECIAL FESTIVAL PRICE:   $30

KIT #2

Includes a quality assembled nesting box, mounting pole and hardware, Bluebird Landlord guide, and a 3 year membership to MBS.

REG. PRICE:     $70     SPECIAL FESTIVAL PRICE:    $50

STATE PARK ADMISSION - In order to enter P.J. Hoffmaster State Park, you will need a Michigan State Park Motor Vehicle Permit.  The state recently changed from selling day passes to selling year-round vehicle permits for $10.  This allows you to enter any state park in Michigan for an entire calendar year for the $10 one-time permit.  If you didn't get one with your car registration, you can buy one at the gate when you enter.

Hotels close to P.J. Hoffmaster State Park.....

Here are several hotels in close proximity to the state park which you can check with for overnight reservations:

1.  Fairfield Inn

1520 E. Mt. Garfield Rd, Muskegon  49444.  231-799-0100.  Ask for the MBS Spring Bluebird Festival rate of $79 per night.

2.  Hampton Inn

1401 E. Ellis Road, Norton Shores, MI  49444.   231-799-8333.  Ask for the MBS rate of $99 per night.

3.  Shoreline Inn

750 Terrace Point Blvd., Muskegon, MI  49440.  231-727-8483.  This is a very nice hotel on Muskegon Lake.  But it is over 20 minutes away from P.J. Hoffmaster.