Subject: [Tweeters] Ridgefield NWR Birdfest
Date: Sep 3 08:11:55 2010
From: Wilson Cady - gorgebirds at juno.com



Birdfest and Bluegrass returns for a weekend of wonder, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 9-10, all day, both days
BirdFest and Bluegrass 2010

RIDGEFIELD, WA – Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge is the setting for Birdfest and Bluegrass, a celebration of Northwest nature, wildlife and cultural heritage on Saturday and Sunday, October 9-10. Two full days of activities at three locations in downtown Ridgefield and on the refuge will include something of fun for birders, history buffs, music lovers, and families with children of all ages. Providing the backdrop are the sights and sounds of fall migration, and the best in bluegrass on Saturday and gospel on Sunday.

Ridgefield is just a 25-minute drive from Portland. Visitors only need to park their once and can then ride the festival shuttle between the three locations. Admission to the refuge is free during Birdfest and Bluegrass. Activities include Audubon-guided bird walks, raptor shows, tours of Cathlapotle Plankhouse, demonstrations of Native American life and traditions, and a salmon bake with samplings on Sunday. Children can learn about nature and have fun at nature craft stations, the Oregon Zoo “Wildlife” show, and storytelling tent.
Special offerings on both days include guided kayak and sunset paddle tours of the refuge. There is also the rare opportunity to see Sandhill Cranes flying in and from a closed sanctuary of the refuge. These and several other tours are offered on a limited basis and fill quickly, with reservations and fees required. For more information and a full schedule of events with the latest details, go to www.RidgefieldFriends.org



Wilson Cady
Washougal, WA
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