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15th Annual Karval Mountain Plover Festival

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The Karval Mountain Plover Festival began when Karval community members were looking at economic opportunities for this small community. We decided to “bring the bird lovers to the bird”. This is a weekend full of bird watching, Wildlife viewing tours, entertainment, history, arts and crafts, antiques, and LOTS OF GOOD FOOD!

Along with bird watching, here are some of the other things you will enjoy: You’ll get the chance to mingle with farmers and ranchers who choose to live in the local community and learn about their lifestyle. Eat home style food at every meal. Most meals are prepared by the community’s non-profit organizations. Saturday evening includes a Country dinner with authentic western entertainment. Learn about conservation practices and history of the area. Tour Private Land that would normally not be accessible. Make new friends!

Bird Conservancy staff will be at the event leading bird-watching tours and discussions about ecology, biology and natural resource management.

Visit https://mountainploverfestival.com/ for more information and to register!

Follow this LINK to download the festival brochure.

Panhandle Trail Feathers Bird Outing

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Did you know that western Nebraska is a birding convergence of eastern and western species? Join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies to get to know the winged wonders that share our home. We will explore a different areas of the Panhandle from April to November, covering many habitats with a chance to discover new birds each time. This program is intended for anyone interested in birding; from beginners to experts.
Binoculars and field guides will be available to borrow. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and be prepared to be outside for two hours.
Register Here: https://bit.ly/3ZFFqYi. Registration is limited to 15 people.
Thanks to generous support from our sponsors, this program is provided at NO COST!
We will be gathering at the YMCA Trails West Camp parking lot, located at 1918 S Beltline Hwy W, Scottsbluff, NE 69363. For more information: [email protected] or 308-633-1013
All are welcome. Our community of practice is to be an organization that empowers people of all backgrounds, beliefs, colors and creeds to join in, benefit from and contribute to our mission. We strive for inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other status.

Family Nature Club: Exploring Spring

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The coldest days are behind us, the world is waking up. Spring is coming! Join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies educators as we discover what signs of spring can be found right outside our front doors. We will use our sense of smell, hearing, sight, and touch to explore Riverside Park and learn more about what plants and animals in the Panhandle are up to now that winter is over.
“Exploring Spring” will be outside the entire time. Please dress comfortably for the weather and bring snacks/water as needed.
Family Nature Club is intended for children and their grownups. Each family group will receive an Exploration Kit to use during the series to investigate the nature around them and to complete challenges at home between sessions.
Register Here: https://bit.ly/3T8O9jx
Thanks to generous support from Nebraska Environmental Trust Foundation and Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, our programs are offered at NO COST to you!
This program takes place at the Elks Shelter located at Riverside Park in 1600 South Beltline West Scottsbluff, NE 69361 in Scottsbluff, NE. The Elks Shelter is next to the Riverside Dog Park.
All are welcome. Our community of practice is to be an organization that empowers people of all backgrounds, beliefs, colors and creeds to join in, benefit from and contribute to our mission. We strive for inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other status.

Family Nature Club visits Riverside Discovery Center

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Bears, bison and monkeys; oh my! Join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies educators for a special Family Nature Club at Riverside Discovery Center! We will explore the various animals, investigating how they are similar to animals of the Panhandle and making observations using art and journaling. We will be outside the entire time. Please dress comfortably for the weather and bring snacks/water as needed.
Family Nature Club is intended for children and their grownups. Each family group will receive an Exploration Kit to use during the series to investigate the nature around them and to complete challenges at home between sessions.
Register Here: https://bit.ly/3R9eZqB
This family-friendly event is FREE WITH ADMISSION to the Riverside Discovery Center
This program takes place on Saturday, March 4, 10-11:30am at the Riverside Discovery Center, 1600 South Beltline West Scottsbluff, NE 69361. 

Birding for All – Feathers

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Join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies for monthly accessible outings in 2023! We want to include people of all abilities, including those with seen and unseen disabilities.

People of all ages are welcome to attend.

Registration is $7/person ages 3+ (scholarships are available!). CLICK HERE to register!

Binoculars, field guides, and adaptive equipment will be available to borrow.

A $10/vehicle pass is required to enter the state park of FREE with an Annual State Parks Pass.

November’s program takes place at the Bird Conservancy’s Environmental Learning Center and is all about feathers!

Birding for All programs are from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Check out the Birding for All 2023 flyer for more information!

Birding for All – Bird Banding

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Join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies for monthly accessible outings in 2023! We want to include people of all abilities, including those with seen and unseen disabilities.

People of all ages are welcome to attend.

Registration is $7/person ages 3+ (scholarships are available!). CLICK HERE to register!

Binoculars, field guides, and adaptive equipment will be available to borrow.

A $10/vehicle pass is required to enter the state park of FREE with an Annual State Parks Pass.

September’s program takes place at the Barr Lake Nature Center and is all about bird banding!

Birding for All programs are from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Check out the Birding for All 2023 flyer for more information!

Birding for All – Winter Birds

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Join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies for monthly accessible outings in 2023! We want to include people of all abilities, including those with seen and unseen disabilities.

People of all ages are welcome to attend.

Registration is $7/person ages 3+ (scholarships are available!). CLICK HERE to register!

Binoculars, field guides, and adaptive equipment will be available to borrow.

A $10/vehicle pass is required to enter the state park of FREE with an Annual State Parks Pass.

December’s program takes place at the Bird Conservancy’s Environmental Learning Center and is all about winter birds!

Birding for All programs are from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Check out the Birding for All 2023 flyer for more information!

Birding for All – Community Science

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Join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies for monthly accessible outings in 2023! We want to include people of all abilities, including those with seen and unseen disabilities.

People of all ages are welcome to attend.

Registration is $7/person ages 3+ (scholarships are available!). CLICK HERE to register!

Binoculars, field guides, and adaptive equipment will be available to borrow.

A $10/vehicle pass is required to enter the state park of FREE with an Annual State Parks Pass.

August’s program takes place at the Bird Conservancy’s Environmental Learning Center and is all about community science!

Birding for All programs are from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Check out the Birding for All 2023 flyer for more information!

Birding for All – Nature Art

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Join Bird Conservancy of the Rockies for monthly accessible outings in 2023! We want to include people of all abilities, including those with seen and unseen disabilities.

People of all ages are welcome to attend.

Registration is $7/person ages 3+ (scholarships are available!). CLICK HERE to register!

Binoculars, field guides, and adaptive equipment will be available to borrow.

A $10/vehicle pass is required to enter the state park of FREE with an Annual State Parks Pass.

July’s program takes place at the Bird Conservancy’s Environmental Learning Center and is all about nature art!

Birding for All programs are from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Check out the Birding for All 2023 flyer for more information!