IMBD is officially celebrated each year on the second Saturday in May in the U.S. and Canada.

International Migratory Bird Day at Braddock Bay
6th Annual Festival—May 10-11, 2008

Big Birds, Big Fun

See live bird demonstrations, listen to educational talks, participate in fun activities for the kids and family, and learn about migratory birds and organizations that support their conservation. At the festival, you can also learn about how to get involved in the Flying WILD program and service-learning projects that leave a lasting legacy to benefit birds and the environment.

Big Day: What Is IMBD?

International Migratory Bird Day is an invitation to celebrate and support migratory bird conservation. Like any day of recognition, IMBD exists to focus attention on a valuable resource — the nearly 350 species of migratory birds that travel between nesting habitats in North America and non-breeding grounds in South and Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean.

Why Birds?

Migratory birds are among the world's most beautiful and remarkable wildlife. Symbolic harbingers of spring and melodic songsters of the woods, birds are also an important economic resource, controlling insect pests and generating billions in recreational dollars. Unfortunately, we know from research that many species are in decline, facing a growing number of threats on migratory routes and in both summer and winter habitats. Thus in addition to being a day to foster appreciation, IMBD is a call to action.

2008 Theme—
Tundra to Tropics: Connecting Birds, Habitats, and People

The 2008 theme provides a wonderful opportunity to recognize the important habitats in our locale and the groups and individuals that contribute to their protection. Explore what each habitat offers migratory birds, whether it is a place to rest, a nesting site, or a winter home.

In 2008, as many as 300,000 people will learn about birds, habitats, and conservationists at IMBD events. Be one of them!

Scheduled Exhibits & Presenters at this year's Festival

BirdCOR

Braddock Bay Bird Observatory

Raymond J. Easton
(bird and wildlife art)

Friends of The Montezuma Wetlands Complex

Friends With Feathers
(live bird programs)

Genesee Land Trust

Genesee Valley Audubon Society

Karla Linn Merrifield
(avian photography and poetry)

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

Northwood Elementary School
(1st-grade student exhibit)

Raptor Education

Rochester Birding Association

Rochester Falconcam
(Jim Pisello, speaker)

Robin Salsbury
(woodcarver)

Seneca Park Zoo
(live bird program)

Christine Sevilla
(speaker, Lumin Guild)

Son de la Tierra
(music)

The Nature Conservancy – Central & Western NY Chapter

Town of Greece Open Space Committee

Walking With Animals

Joseph Woody
(Loon Images & More)

Directions to Braddock Bay Park

Braddock Bay Park is located on East Manitou Rd at the Lake Ontario State Parkway near Rochester, NY (Town of Greece, NY). Take I-490 or the New York State Thruway (I-90) to I-390 North. Stay on Rte 390 North to the end at Lake Ontario State Parkway. Take the Lake Ontario State Parkway West. Take the second Parkway exit at — East Manitou Rd/Braddock Bay Park. Turn right. Less than 50 yards down the road, turn left into the Park.

Please contact us if you have questions.