Watchable Wildlife Events

Annual celebration of sage grouse.
In the spring, sage grouse gather on sage-brush covered "leks" where the males compete for females. Males fan their plumage, "dance," and display their air sacs to attract females.
Field trips to sage grouse leks, lectures, children's activities, a raffle, and a banquet are all a part of this small town Idaho event.
For more information, visit: Dubois Grouse Days.

An international event to celebrate migratory birds and teach people about the importance of preserving habitat for birds.
Several celebrations occur state-wide: In the Treasure Valley, events are held at MK Nature Center, The Peregrine Fund, and Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge.
For more information on events in the Treasure Valley or state-wide, contact Deniz Aygen or call (208) 287-2750, or a regional office.

The Bioblitz is a 24-hr rapid inventory of biological diversity.
BioBlitzes are held nationwide and this is the only one in Idaho.
Scientists, naturalists and volunteers will search Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge for two days documenting every species they can find.
From 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. the public is invited to the refuge to get involved in the biology of Idaho and visit the festival in the backyard of the refuge Visitor Center. Great for families!
For more information, call 208-467-9278, or visit: Deer Flat Wildlife Refuge.

Stock up on birdseed for the winter and get tips on bird feeding.
This annual event allows you to purchase bird seed in bulk.
Holiday nature gifts and bird feeding accessories are also available for purchase.
Your purchases help support the Nature Center's educational programs.

Join volunteers and wildlife biologists at the Coeur d'Alene Lake - Wolf Lodge Bay wildlife viewing area.
Observe 30 - 60 bald eagles feeding on the lake's spawned kokanee salmon.
Attend presentations, learn from the eagle exhibits and watch hundreds of waterfowl.
For more information, visit: Eagle Watch.