Bluebird Nesting Box Tour

FOR ALL AGES Discover the hidden world of Tyler’s bluebird families. Tag along with our knowledgeable guides as they check the bluebird boxes in Tyler’s succession field for signs of activity. Peek into active nesting boxes to observe nature in action—from carefully tended eggs to fuzzy nestlings waiting for their next meal. Along the way, learn about cavity-nesting birds, the important role volunteers play in their protection, and simple ways you can help these feathered friends thrive at home. This family-friendly outing invites curious kids and nature-loving adults alike. Arrive curious, leave inspired. Please check in with your tour guide on the Visitor Center patio by 11 am. What to expect: Family-friendly tour for curious kids and nature-loving adults Roughly a ¾-mile guided walk through Tyler’s succession field close to the Visitor Center and parking lot Option to continue along a short path in the North Woods Up-close views of nests, eggs, nestlings, and young birds (when present) Insights into bluebird conservation and other cavity-nesting birds Practical tips for supporting bluebirds at home What to wear & carry: Closed-toe shoes suitable for grassy fields Hat to block the sun Sunblock Bug spray (please apply at home) Binoculars (optional, but encouraged) Strollers are not ideal; a child carrier is recommended for very young children. When you arrive, please check in first at the Visitor Center, then meet your guide on the Visitor Center patio by 11 am. MEMBERS: FREE (Remember to sign into your member account before continuing for your discounts!) Children ages two and under do not need to register. NON-MEMBERS: $18 per adult (18-64), $15 per senior (ages 65+), $10 per child ages 3-17; children ages two and under are free and do not need to register. The non-member fee includes admission, so please feel free to stay for the day! GUEST PASS HOLDERS: (for non-members only): FREE. Please give your guest passes to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in, or inform them that you are accompanying a Family or higher-level member as their guest. This program is free with your guest pass admission, so feel free to stay as long as you’d like after the program! LIBRARY PASS HOLDERS: FREE. Please present your Library Pass to the Visitor Center Associate at check-in for the program. This program is free with your library pass admission, so feel free to stay as long as you’d like after the program! A registered adult must accompany any child ages 17 and under. REGISTER HERE