Taking place during migrations each November, the annual Festival of the Cranes offers something for everyone: from backyard birders to bird experts, from amateur photographers to pros.  The Festival highlights the world-renowned Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, one of the most spectacular national wildlife refuges in North America. Activities include refuge tours; bird, biology, geology and art workshops; keynote speakers; and much more.

This year’s festival offers 156 event sessions in 6 days. An online Festival catalog is available via the PDF file. Pre-registration for events sessions is required, with registration starting on September 5 for members. Non-member registration starts September 6th. Become a Friends member and register early on September 5th. Join the Friends of the Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge for the 30th celebration as sandhill cranes and snow geese return to Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge.