About Us

Wahkiakum Wild Bird Fest is a one-of-a-kind birding event created by a partnership of community organizations to showcase the remarkable abundance and diversity of birds that winter along the Columbia River Estuary and Julia Butler Hansen Refuge for the Columbian White-tailed Deer.

Wahkiakum Wild Bird Fest brings bird lovers, nature enthusiasts, and curious explorers to Wahkiakum County, Washington during the weekend of February 19-21, 2027, to experience the region’s abundant waterfowl. Centered in charming Cathlamet, visitors will have ample opportunity to explore this historic and friendly town. Timed to coincide with peak numbers of ducks, geese, and swans, the festival offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the region’s beautiful
landscapes and discover the birds that call them home. With spring migrants beginning to arrive, there is even more to see—from waterfowl and shorebirds to songbirds.

For additional information, please contact:

Sandra Staples-Bortner

Chair, Planning Committee

Wahkiakum Wild Bird Fest

sandra.staples.bortner [at] gmail [dot] com

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Our Mission

Connecting People with the Awesome Diversity of Wild Birds that Winter in Wahkiakum County, Washington

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Host

Wahkiakum Wild Bird Fest is hosted by Willapa Hills Audubon Society in partnership with Wahkiakum County Marine Resources Committee, Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and other collaborators.

Our Partners

Wahkiakum County
Marine Resources Committee

Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

Our Collaborators

Columbia Land Trust

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife