"Spend an amazing weekend witnessing the spectacular spring migration in the Harney Basin of Southeast Oregon. View thousands of migratory birds as they rest and feed in the wide-open spaces of Oregon's high desert. From waterfowl to shorebirds, cranes to raptors, wading birds to songbirds, you'll see them all! The festival offers non-stop birding activities as well as historical and cultural information sure to entertain you and your family. Whether you're a beginner or a life-long wildlife enthusiast, the festival has something for everyone. Don't miss this extraordinary weekend."
Schedule of Events:
6 - 7am - Birders Connect - Coffee Hour Geno's Youth Center
7 - 9am - Wonderful Waterfowl Tour - Geno's Youth Center
7 - 10am - Birding the Hot Spots - South Tour Geno's Youth Center
7 - 10am - Birding By Ear Tour - Geno's Youth Center
7 - 10am - Raptor ID Tour - Geno's Youth Center
7:30 - 10am - Urban Birding Drop-in Walk - Burns/Hines Nature Trail
8 - 10am - Sandhills Stopover Tour - Geno's Youth Center
8a - 2pm - Hike the Wild Doube O - Geno's Youth Center
9a - 12pm - Llama Ranch Tour on the Wild Goose Meadows - Geno's Youth Center
9a - 12pm - Birding by Bike Tour - Bridge Creek route Page Springs Campground
9a - 2pm - Art Show - Geno's Youth Center Gymnasium
10a - 12pm - Brunch with the Birds - Social/Program Malheur Refuge Headquarters
10:30a - 1:30pm - Birding the Hot Spots - North Tour Geno's Youth Center
1 - 4pm - Malheur Refuge Work Party - Malheur Refuge Headquarters