Red Cliffs Bird Fest at Greater Zion

04/02/2025

The Red Cliffs Bird Fest on April 24-26, 2025 is fast approaching. There is something for everyone from beginner to experienced birders. If you are new to birding try our St. George Parks/Birding for Beginners on April 24 & 26. If you would like to learn to identify birds by their songs, Birding by Ear workshops on April 24, 25, & 26 still have spaces open. For ages 10-16 who want to begin birding, a wonderful FREE workshop is Let’s Go Birding: An Introduction for Young People scheduled for April 25 & 26. Other excellent trips are Pine Valley birding, Grafton birding, & the Raptor Run on April 26. Photo credit: Van Strohm

Bird and nature festival in St. George, Utah

03/12/2025

02/14/2025

Full registration for the 2025 Red Cliffs Bird Festival will open this Saturday February 15 at 800 AM MT. You can pre-register now and be ready to reserve the best choices for birding and afternoon adventures when the trips become available during Full Registration. We have over 40 guided trips taking place April 24, 25, & 26, plus evening speakers and exhibitors. Photo credit Van Strohm

Bird and nature festival in St. George, Utah

04/04/2024

Red Cliffs Bird Fest invites you to join us Thursday April 25th for a trip to Grandpa's Pond, Quail Creek and Sand Hollow reservoirs for a great morning of spotting waterfowl and shore species in Hurricane Valley. We will set up at good vantage points around the reservoirs and use spotting scopes and binoculars to see a wide variety of species. At Grandpa’s Pond we will take a walk around the pond for the opportunity to see both waterfowl, songbirds, and raptors. The region is host to a high number of migratory and year-round species. Note: State park fees for Quail Creek and Sand Hollow will be waived. Register now while openings are still available for this and many other trips on all 3 days of the event-April 25, 26, & 27th. Sponsored by the Red Cliffs Audubon. https://www.redcliffsbirdfest.com Photo by Mike Schijf

03/26/2024

Everybody loves to share a great bird photo. However, taking that great photo takes skill, the right equipment, and of course a little luck with the bird population. Brady Iverson, a Utah-born photographer, biologist, and creative partner with the Zion National Park Forever Project, is leading a bird photography working session along the Virgin River in La Verkin Confluence Park as part of the Red Cliffs Bird Fest. This trip is applicable to all skill levels and will provide helpful tips on composing and capturing exciting bird photos in the field on any kind of camera: film, DSLR, or even cell phones. Brady has spent years studying the habits of wild animals and trying to get up close to them and will share what has worked, and what hasn't. Join this trip for a lovely walk with opportunities to acquire and share photographic tips. Vist https://redcliffsbirdfest.com/ to register.

03/21/2024

From the small Black Chinned Hummingbird to the large California Condor, Zion National Park is the perfect home for many birds. Come join Red Cliffs Bird Fest's tour of Zion National Park and see how many you can discover. Join our experienced guides, who know all the best birding places, and learn why this beautiful park is designated an Important Bird Area by the Bird Life International program. Experience the wonder of a place where the beauty of the birds is matched only by the beauty of the scenery. https://redcliffsbirdfest.com/

03/13/2024

The "St George Parks" trip is one of the most highly rated trips of the Red Cliffs Bird Fest. It is a great opportunity to learn about our local seasonal and resident birds that utilize our varied neighborhood parks. This is a great trip for beginning birders, those visiting the area and anyone who wants to experience the region’s flora and fauna on relatively flat paved and dirt pathways. Some of the habitat ranges within Greater Zion are reflected in the parks we visit. This trip includes time at Tonaquint, Boots-Cox Park and Cottonwood Cove Park. Register now while openings are still available for all 3 days-April 25, 26, & 27th. https://www.redcliffsbirdfest.com