Explore the wonderful world of birds in a beautiful place! See live birds of prey up close and view birds in the wild through spotting scopes and binoculars. Learn about migration, marshes, and the role avian friends play in our lives. Enjoy games, art projects, a scavenger hunt, a wingspan comparison with former Harlem Globetrotter, Nate Lofton, and door prizes. This year’s event explores the World Migratory Bird Day theme of “Protect Insects, Protect Birds”.
This free, public event will start at the Waneka Lake East parking lot (where Emma St. ends at Caria Drive). Many entertaining and educational activities and exhibits from local organizations will be featured at the lot and along the 1/3 mile walking path to Greenlee Wildlife Preserve.
Exhibitors and activities this year include: Environment for the Americas, The Butterfly Pavilion, Boulder County Nature Association, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (Barr Lake), DarkSky Colorado, Boulder County Open Space, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (Barr Lake), Friends of Coal Creek, JAX Outdoor Gear, Broomfield Bird Club, Front Range Birding Company, Lafayette Bird Meetup, the Colorado University Museum, Wildlands Restoration Volunteers, and Lafayette Open Space, Cultural Arts, Recreation and Fire Departments.
