Birding and Nature Discovery Festival, May 17

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The 15th annual “Feathers Over Freeport” birding and nature festival returns for one day only, Saturday, May 17, 8am-4pm, at Bradbury Mountain State Park in Pownal.

Hosted by the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands, the family-friendly event features bird walks led by naturalists, crafts and activities, wildlife presentations, a food truck, and the debut of a Bird Call Contest open to all ages.

Highlights:

  • Guided bird walks at 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM
  • Crafts and nature activities for kids (10:00 AM–3:00 PM)
  • Chewonki “Calling All Birds” and “Biomimicry” presentations
  • Vernal pool exploration with a Maine master naturalist
  • Bird call contest
  • Live “Birds of Prey” show by the Center for Wildlife
  • Brickyard Hollow Food Truck on-site

The event is free with paid park admission. Full schedule available HERE.

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