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Extraordinary birding opportunities can be found at the 2011 16th annual Godwit Days Spring Migration Bird Festival. California’s North Coast offers towering redwoods, rocky ocean coasts, wild river valleys, expansive mudflats of Humboldt Bay, and the world-renowned Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary, where over 300 species of birds have been sighted…..just minutes from the historic Arcata Plaza.
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2010 poster art by Carol Andersen |
Marbled Godwit and Willet photo by Alex Simon.www.twobirdsphotography.com
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Held at the peak of spring migration, shorebirds abound and special opportunities are planned to see many other species, including Marbled Murrelet, Spotted Owl, and Snowy Plover. The area offers a wide array of habitats and species for your observation and enjoyment. Our selection of over 100 small group field trips, lectures, workshops, boating excursions, and community activities are led by experienced local guides. Special pre- and post-festival birding trips are available that can extend your enjoyment to a full week.
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Come to the Arcata Community Center at 321 Community Park Way Arcata, CA 95521 on Friday April 15th from 5pm to 7pm for the opening reception sponsored by local stores. Enjoy food and beverages, browse the vendor booths, and see the arts exhibition. On-site registrars will be available to sign you up for field trips.
Whether you can join us for events beyond the weekend or are limited to a single day, there is a registration type to meet your needs.
Easy on-line registration and features will assist you in getting the exact trips for the birds you want to see!
Each individual must register separately to ensure that everyone is accounted for.
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Godwit Days headquarters, The Arcata Community Center.
Photo by David Howell. |
A Northern Spotted Owl peers out at the participants
during one of the Owl trips. Photo by David Howell.
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We offer two registration plans. One is an "a la carte" registration, where you pay a base fee, then add on trips for their associated costs. The other is a "value package" registration, where most field trips are included in that price. See details on the Schedule page.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult on field trips. Up to two children may register with an adult for field trips for no charge (excluding bus and boat trips and the banquet). Please call us at 1-800-908-9464 or 707-826-7050 if you wish to sign up children.
One-day registrations are also available and student registration is half of the regular price. The Friday night opening reception, Saturday night keynote, and the Sunday Evening Social are included in all paid registrations. See details on the Schedule page.
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For further information or assistance with registration for Godwit Days call 1-800-908-WING or 707-826-7050. We look forward to your participation this spring!
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The rocky shores of Trinidad provide fantastic views and a variety of seabirds.
Photo by David Howell.
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