Every spring, thousands of shorebirds migrate through Kachemak Bay, making it one of Alaska’s best birding hotspots. The Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival brings together birders, scientists, and nature enthusiasts to celebrate this incredible migration. With guided birding trips, expert talks, hands-on workshops, and activities for all ages, the festival offers something for everyone—whether you’re an experienced birder or just getting started.
COMBINING ART AND NATURE
Shorebirds inspire creativity, and each year we feature a keynote artist, an art auction, and hands-on art workshops to celebrate the connection between wildlife and art. Whether you’re an artist or an admirer, there are many ways to experience the beauty of birds through creative expression.
Schedule
May 7, 2025
7:30am – 2pm: Lake Clark National Park Bear/Bird Viewing - Anchor River State Recreation Area
8am – 12pm: Birding Hot Spots - Anchor River - Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge
8 – 10am: Fins and Feathers Boat Tour - Homer Harbor
8:30am – 4:30pm: Full Day Boat Tour To Seldovia - Homer Harbor
9am – 12pm: Seabird Ventures - Homer Harbor
9 – 11am: Beaks and Bills AM - Homer Harbor
10 – 11am: Organic Farm, Tunnels and Botanical Garden Tours AM - Synergy Gardens
10:30 – 11:30am: Storytime at the Pratt: Birds! - Pratt Museum
12 – 2pm: Beginner Bird Walk - Calvin and Coyle - Calvin and Coyle Trail
12 – 1pm: Mud Bay Viewing Station
1 – 3pm: Beaks and Bills PM - Homer Harbor
2 – 6pm: Kayaking into the Ancient Past - Homer Harbor
2 – 2:30pm: B.A.R.K. Ranger Walk - Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge
2:30 – 5:30pm: Shorebird Photography on the Anchor Point Beach - Anchor River State Park Recreation Area
3 – 3:45pm: Be a Citizen Scientist with eBird - Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge
4 – 5pm: Beluga Slough Family Walk - Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge
4 – 5pm: Organic Farm, Tunnels and Botanical Garden Tours PM - Synergy Gardens
5 – 6:30pm: International Bird Migration Adventure - Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge
5:30 – 6:30pm: Bird Survival Video Game Competition - Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge
Date: May 7 - 11, 2025
