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Birding, Garden & Dog Clubs

Bismarck Library Bird Club

Learn about birds with other enthusiasts at a free library gathering.

Nature, gardens & pets

When, where and how to join

The library’s bird program brings together people of different experience levels for guest speakers and shared learning. Choose the next dated session from the calendar.

When: Selected Mondays, 7–7:45pm in the current fall series; check the dated listing.

Where: Missouri River Room, Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.

Who: All ages and birding experience levels.

A recurring library program, separate from the Bismarck-Mandan Bird Club. No weekly meeting is assumed.

Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.

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Bismarck-Mandan Garden Club

Meet local gardeners through educational meetings, tours and plant activities.

The club maintains public gardens and offers member learning, seasonal tours and plant sales. Membership information is available on its website.

When: Third Tuesday at 6:30pm in February–April and September–October; summer activities differ.

Where: Downstairs meeting room, Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.

Who: Gardeners and people interested in growing plants.

Membership benefits, tours and sales have their own arrangements. Tours of private gardens are not published as drop-in meeting addresses.

Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.

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Bismarck-Mandan Bird Club

Connect with local birders for meetings, shared sightings and occasional field trips.

The club welcomes experienced birders and newcomers. Its calendar and linked social page provide meeting and outing details.

When: Last Monday of the month; confirm the meeting time and any exceptions.

Where: Great River Energy meeting room, 1611 East Century Avenue, Bismarck.

Who: Beginning and experienced birdwatchers.

Field trips use separate meeting points. This is distinct from the library’s Bird Club program.

Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.

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Bismarck Kennel Club

Meet dog enthusiasts interested in club activities and organized dog events.

The club publishes a membership application, meetings and an event calendar. Ask the membership coordinator how to visit or participate.

When: Third Saturdays at 1:30pm or online, as announced; confirm the format.

Where: Bismarck Elks Club, 900 South Washington Street, when meetings are in person.

Who: Dog enthusiasts; specific competitions have separate eligibility.

A club meeting is not an open dog-training class. Confirm whether pets are allowed and whether the meeting is online.

Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.

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