How does one appropriately honor a man who dedicated his entire life to sharing the joy of learning about nature? We think the best way is by attaching his legacy to new opportunities to learn and experience the fascinations of the natural world. 🌳 Find the full event schedule below.
We lost one of our best volunteers when Randy Smith died in 2023. He always found time to support projects that filled his heart: seed swaps, nature education programs for adults and kids and bird walks – lots and lots of bird walks. As a fixture at Hungry Mother State Park, Randy's loss has been felt deeply by all who knew him. But in the midst of grief, a new tradition was born: the “Life’s Extras Birding Celebration.”
Join us for this special event series to honor Randy, featuring:
🐦⬛ Lectures and demonstrations
🪺 Presentations by bird rehabbers and educators &
🐦 Bird walks at the park and the Saltville Wellfields
‼️Here's the full schedule:
🔹Thursday, May 1, 6 p.m.- Wings to Soar at the Historical Lincoln Theater
🔹Friday, May 2, 7:30 p.m. - Owl Prowl
🔹Saturday, May 3, 7 a.m. - Early Bird Gets the Worm Bird Hike
🔹Saturday, May 3, 9 a.m. - Kayak by Ear
🔹Saturday, May 3, 11:15 a.m. - A Symphony of Nature
🔹Saturday, May 3, 1:30 p.m. - Hike with Mike
🔹Saturday, May 3, 3:30 p.m. - Birdability
🔹Sunday, May 4, 8 a.m. - Saltville Bird Hike Field Trip
🆓 All programs are free to attend; however, for events held at the park, the standard parking free is required. 🚗
To learn more, please go to
https://vasp.fun/40WSVF7.
Parks are for everyone. If you have accessibility questions or concerns, please call 276-781-7400.
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