Hello all -- The Hatchie BirdFest will be held in Brownsville, TN this year from May 29 - 31. Our keynote speaker has confirmed for Friday night, May 29th. It is Emily Jo (EJ) Williams, who is currently the Director, North American Birds and Habitat Program for the American Bird Conservancy. Previously, she held the positions of Migratory Bird Chief, US Fish and Wildlife Service, for the southeast (Atlanta) and for the western mountains and prairies (Denver). On Saturday, there will be morning bird hikes, followed by speakers and displays Saturday afternoon, and a hike focused on butterflies. Sunday morning bird hikes will be going out as well. Save the date on your calendars now, more updates to come n March and April. Bob Ford Haywood County, TN