Eagle Print by Pam Stoehsler
Welcome to the
2008 Winter Wings Festival
The Klamath Basin of South Central Oregon and Northern California is home to over 350 species of birds throughout the year. It is world famous for spectacular flocks of waterfowl on the lakes, rivers and nearby Klamath Basin National Wildlife Refuges. We're especially blessed to be home to the largest concentration of wintering Bald Eagles in the lower 48 states.
The Winter Wings Festival on Presidents' Day weekend coincides with the presence of wintering waterfowl and eagles, so that Festival participants can enjoy these magnificent birds on tours and learn more about them at workshops. There are more than 100 bird species counted every winter in the Klamath Basin. The purpose of the Festival is to share information, increase awareness of community resources and gain an understanding of our wildlife resources, especially the birds of the Basin.
The Klamath Basin Audubon Society (KBAS) is sponsoring the Winter Wings Festival in conjunction with the Klamath Wingwatchers. The Festival will offer a keynote speaker, reception, field trips, workshops, mini-sessions, and other special events. In addition there are many free activities, vendors, live birds, and displays targeted to families and children. Photography enthusiasts will have many opportunities to sharpen their skills with expert leaders.