SRBF - Alaska Raptor Center (Sitka) Public Presentation

Alaska Raptor Center is bringing two birds to share with Wrangell in a live bird presentation.

Stikine River Birding Festival

Schedule of Events

April 22 – April 28
All Day Classes at Wrangell Public Schools
Guest artist Kathy Hocker will teach art classes for the students of Wrangell. Stop by the Nolan Center on the 25th to admire the students’ artwork.

Photo Contest – FREE to enter
Start taking photos! For detailed photo contest rules, go to www.stikinebirding.org. Entries due at the Nolan Center by  5:00pm, Tuesday,  April 23, 2013. Winners will be announced at the Thursday night reception.

Bird Calling Contest- FREE to enter
Work on your best duck or songbird call for our first annual SRBF Calling Contest on Friday! Go to www.stikinebirding.org  for details.  Please sign-up beforehand with your bird of choice by emailing or calling Corree Delabrue (csdelabrue@fs.fed.us or 874-7563) by 3pm April 25th. Both youth and adult contests, with fun prizes!

Kathy Hocker Art Exhibit - FREE
Selected pieces of guest artist Kathy Hocker will be on display beginning on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at the James & Elsie Nolan Center.  
Sponsored by: US Forest Service

Available Daily - Charter Tours on the Stikine River
Take a jet boat ride to enjoy wildlife and bird viewing in the beautiful setting of the Stikine-LeConte Wilderness. Contact local charter operators or Wrangell CVB at 800-367-9745. Advanced reservations required.

Thursday - April 25 
10:00 am– 11:00am Story Time – FREE
Bring the little ones for readings from children’s books.  Located and  Sponsored by: Irene Ingle Public Library

6:00 - 7:00 pm SRBF Reception and Book Signing- FREE
Come by and meet our guest artist Kathy Hocker and guest speaker Vasily Baranyuk over snacks and refreshments. Admire both Kathy’s art on display, as well as the work from local Wrangell students. Kathy will be signing copies of her books. Photo contest winners will be announced.
Location: Nolan Center

7:00 pm Vasily Baranyuk, “Snow Geese & Wildlife of Wrangel Island, Russia” – FREE
Have you ever wondered where the snow geese you see in spring are heading? Don’t miss this opportunity to find out more about the snow geese breeding grounds of Wrangel Island, Russia, during a presentation from Russian biologist and accomplished photographer Vasily Baranyuk.
Location: James & Elsie Nolan Center
Sponsored by: US Forest Service
 
Friday - April 26
9:00am Sitka Raptor Center Presentation to Evergreen Elementary School  (for students)

12:00pm -12:30pm Sitka Raptor Center Presentation to Seniors at the Senior Center

6:00 pm Bird Calling Contest – FREE
It’s time to polish up on your best bird imitations! Whether you can whistle like a thrush or honk like a goose, enter this fun, light-hearted contest for a chance to earn prizes!
Location: Evergreen Elementary School Gym

7:00pm Sitka Raptor Center Public Presentation – FREE
Come join us for a fun live bird presentation. Representatives from the Sitka Raptor Center are bringing two birds to share with the Community. 
Location: Evergreen Elementary School Gym.   Sponsored by: The City and Borough of Wrangell

Saturday - April 27 
7:00am Breakfast with the Birds - FREE
Join local author and birder Bonnie Demerjian on a morning bird walk.  A continental breakfast is provided! 
Location:  Muskeg Meadows Golf Course

10:15am – 12:15am Nature Sketching Workshop with Visiting Artist Kathy Hocker
Learn the basics of nature sketching with the SRBF guest artist in an outdoor/indoor workshop. Materials supplied.
Cost: $10.  Location: Meet at the Evergreen Elementary School Music Room. Dress appropriately, may walk to Volunteer Park Trail.

10:00 am – 12:00pm Archaeology Activity - FREE
Paint Tlingit designs on red cedar shingles using fish eggs.
Location: Covered Basketball Court by Evergreen Elementary. Sponsored by: US Forest Service

10:00 am –12:00 Wrangell Community Market
The first Community Market for 2013 will be held at the covered basketball court by Evergreen Elementary School. View various artists’ handiwork and goodies for sale.

1:00pm – 4:00pm Sketch the Stikine with Visiting Artist Kathy Hocker
Join Kathy Hocker on a field trip on the Stikine River to practice nature sketching in a beautiful setting!   Cost: $125-Materials supplied.
RSVP: Summit Charters at 874-2402; advanced sign-up is required as the class is limited to 8 people. Location: Visiting Stikine River locations on the M/V Denali

1:00pm – 2:00pm Critter Craft: Bird Feeders - FREE
Stop by and make your very own bird feeder. Remember to bring your own hammer.
Location: Outside the James & Elsie Nolan Center
Sponsored by: Angerman’s Inc. and Outlet & US Forest Service

2:00pm – 3:00pm Bird Olympics – FREE Childrens’ Activity
Are you as fast as a peregrine? Hungry as a shorebird? Find out as we participate in the Bird Olympics! Prizes!
Location: Outside James & Elsie Nolan Center

6:00 pm Ducks Unlimited Banquet with No Host Cocktails
Dinner served at 7:00 pm. Raffles along with live and silent auctions following dinner. For more information or to buy tickets call Keene Kohrt at 907-874-3877.
Cost: Individuals $60, Couples $85; Includes membership.   Location:  The Elk’s Lodge