Pair time watching birds outdoors with a closer look at their biology and conservation. The scheduled talks add context that an ordinary park walk may miss.
What to expect
A registration-based festival with separate outings and museum programs. Saturday’s raptor demonstration runs 11 a.m.–noon, followed by the dinosaur-origins talk at noon.
Good to know
- Registration costs $30; most trips, workshops and evening programs have additional fees.
- Headquarters are at Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 N Cannon Drive.
- Choose individual activities when registering; remaining spaces are not confirmed here.
- The vendor marketplace requires museum admission for visitors without festival registration.
- Registration closes Sunday, September 13 at 11 p.m., before the festival weekend.
Going? Keep it.
Common questions
Does $30 include all activities?
No. Most field trips, workshops and evening programs have additional fees.
Are the published pickup hours the event schedule?
No. Registration pickup and individual activity schedules are separate.
