Birding Festival Page

2026 Headlands Birding Festival Photo Contest Winners Celebrating the birds, memorable moments, and photography of this year’s festival. Congratulations to the outstanding photographers selected for the 2026 Headlands Birding Festival

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You’re going birding! Thank you for supporting the Headlands Birding Festival. Before you arrive Review your program details Take a moment to read the program description and what to expect.

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HeadlandsBirding Festival 2026 Recap September 18 – 20, 2026 What a Weekend! We would like to thank everyone for making the Headlands Birding Festival a success this year! We would

Thanks for Sharing Your Experience! The feedback period for our 2026 festival programs has ended. We appreciate everyone who shared their experiences and suggestions. Your feedback helps us make future

Thank You for Your Feedback! The 2026 Headlands Birding Festival feedback period has now closed. We appreciate everyone who shared their experiences and suggestions. Your feedback helps us make future

Fall Migration Learn about fall migration and timing of species’ peaks As birds fly south to their wintering grounds, habitats on the shores of Lake Erie act as key stopovers

Shorebird Migration Shorebirds head south in waves, starting early in summer Shorebird migration timing differs from most passerines. In spring, birds return north to their breeding grounds as normal, but

Ethical Birding & Nature Photography Distance | patience | quiet | respect Respecting our birds and their habitats is essential for responsible birding. At Headlands, thousands of migrating birds rely