I'll be there (working actually) as DGIF is a co-sponsor. I haven't been
before, but a quick check of historical weather info shows that the average
high temp for Kiptopeke at that time of year is in the low 70's. I can't
imagine that mosquitoes/gnats would be much of a problem, as it tends to be
breezy.
There will be some great workshops and field trips. I reccomend advance
registration to ensure that you may attend the trips of choice. Here's a link
to the Festival program, event schedule and registration form
http://www.esvachamber.org/festivals/birding/
I encourage folks to join us there. These festivals are an important way to
demonstrate the economic importance of natural resources. The more we support
them, the stronger our arguments for habitat preservation are in the face of
increasing development pressures. Mostly though, it should be a lot of fun.
Hope to see you there!
Steve
Stephen Living
Virginia Dept. of Game & Inland Fisheries
Wildlife Diversity Division
Watchable Wildlife Biologist
3909 Airline Blvd.
Chesapeake, VA 23321
cell:757.409.2725
fax:757.465.6843
stephen.living@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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