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Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge
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Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival

Guided viewing stations help beginners and more experienced birders identify and enjoy the shorebirds. USFWS

Flock to Our Shorebird Festival

Early in May each year Alaskans celebrate the return of huge flocks of migrating shorebirds flying "home" from Asia, Hawaii, and South America.

The birds stop for a feeding frenzy on the beaches of Homer, Alaska, headquarters for the Alaska Maritime Refuge and co-sponsor of the annual Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival.

The four day festival has grown from its beginnings in 1993 to Alaska's largest wildlife festival. Check out the website above for information and registration for this year's festival.

  • Shorebird Viewing Stations
  • Guided Bird Walks
  • Educational Workshops
  • Boat Wildlife Tours
  • Kids' Activities
  • Arts and Crafts Fair
  • Gallery Migration
  • Kids' Concert
  • Wooden Boat Festival
  • and MUCH MORE!

Last updated: September 8, 2008