Events!
The "Bird Fest 2008" program is available below as a 3.3 MB pdf. If you would prefer for us to mail you a copy, please email birdfest@earthlink.net with your mailing address, or pick one up at REI, Seattle, your closest Audubon center, or National Park (WA state) or USFS office near you, after the 2nd week in April. For a quick look at what kinds of events are offered, please check "At a Glance." This is also the place to check to see if a trip has space available or if it is full.
Registration begins May 1 though the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce, 509-548-5807.
Sneak Peek: Highlights for 2008--
Keynote address: Dr. Dan Stephens (biology professor and ornithologist) and Scott Bailey (head of Wenatchee Valley College art department) team up on their presentation: Form and Function in Nature
Sampler of New Field Trips:
--Warblers and Bark Gleaners
--Guided "walk up" bird walks near town
--Lazy Birds guided birding for those who don't want to wake up before dawn!
--Birds of Fish Lake (walk)
What to bring: Expect sunny weather but be prepared for wind or spring showers. Wear good footwear and layered clothing and bring sunscreen, a hat, a rain jacket, water and snacks for all walks. Binoculars, cameras, plant and bird field guides are optional but recommended for your enjoyment. No pets please.
Most events have group size limits. Some should be registered for in advance, and some are available on a first-come first-served basis. You may sign up for the "first come" trips 1/2 hour before the scheduled departure. Bird Fest greeters will be happy to help you at Bird Fest Central Registration, in the Gazebo in downtown Leavenworth. If your desired trip is full, we will have information for self-guided tours at the registration booth, and NEW FOR 2008 we will have several "walk up" guided birding trips close to town. Some pre-registered trips may have space available on the day of the trip, even though shown as "full." Please inquire at Bird Fest Central at the gazebo in downtown Leavenworth to see if you can take the place of a "no show."
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