Experience the magic of the Wings Over Water NW Birding Festival, where nature, education, and adventure soar together! Nestled on the Salish Sea in the northwest corner of Whatcom County, the 22nd annual Wings Over Water NW Birding Festival flies back on March 14-16, 2025, to Blaine, Birch Bay, and Semiahmoo.
Celebrated as a key event on the Cascade Loop of the Audubon Society’s Great Washington State Birding Trail, the festival draws wildlife and bird enthusiasts of all experience levels. Over three days, the festival features a variety of events and activities for all ages to celebrate the wonder of avian migration, including:
• Expert-led fieldtrips • All-day birding expo Saturday, March 15th (one day only) • Birdtastic kids’ activities • Guided open-water birding cruises • Educational workshops & speaker presentations • Live raptor presentations with Sardis Wildlife Center • Offshore birding cruise. • Bird viewing stations • Enjoy featured keynote speaker Lyanda Lynn Haupt