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OHIO — Fall is almost here, and that means thousands of birds will soon start their migration.
To celebrate, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources will kick off its Headlands Birding Festival on Friday, Sept. 19 to Sunday, Sept. 21.
“Every fall, Ohioans are treated to one of nature’s most incredible journeys as thousands of birds pass through our state,” said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. “The Headlands Birding Festival is the perfect way to celebrate this migration while connecting people with the wonder of our natural world.”
ODNR said the Headlands/Mentor Marsh region is one of the state’s premier birding destinations. More than 350 migratory bird species have been documented in Lake County alone. The festival allows bird enthusiasts of all levels to get an up-close look at migrations and learn more about the species.
Along with sightings are expert-led field trips to the region’s best migratory bird hotspots, along with a boating experience offshore.
The festival kicks off on Sept. 19 at Springbrook Gardens with keynote speaker, Julie Zickefoose, who is a naturalist, writer and artist. She lives and works on an 80-acre wildlife sanctuary in Whipple.
The festival is open to all. More information can be found here.
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Lydia Taylor
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