Annual Wings Over Willcox Birding and Nature Festival

Join us for the 32nd Annual Wings Over Willcox Birding and Nature Festival!!

Schedule of Events:

1:20 pm - 3:30 pm: Beginning Birdwatching - THU - $2

Learn and practice basic identification skills. Time will be spent at the Willcox ponds and nearby areas observing and identifying common bird species.  The trip leader will likely have a spotting scope; however, this tour will require that you bring your own binoculars.  Less than 1/2 mile of easy walking. Beginner. Capacity-10

3:50 pm - 6:00 pm: Sunset Sandhill Crane - THU - $25

This tour will start with a circuit of Cochise Lake for late afternoon arrivals of waterfowl. Next stop will be at a known roosting site as dusk begins to fall, with Sandhill Cranes coming in from the fields to spend the night. Approximately 3/4mile of walking is required along an unpaved, sandy road. Be prepared for cold temperatures as the sun sets, and bring a flashlight for the return walk to the vehicle. Capacity-30

5:50 pm - 7:30 pm: Welcome Reception - THU - Free

Join us for our welcoming reception of Wings Over Willcox! We will have a local band and hors d'oeuvres to enjoy. Many of our vendors will be set up to show their wares as well. Come on in and say hello! Capacity-200