Northern Landscapes Festival

Spring brings an explosion of life in the north. Discovering the birds, wildflowers, insects and more of this dynamic and rich northern landscape is the focus of this festival. Participation in the festival is open to anyone interested in hands-on learning and curious about the dynamics of the northern landscape. More than a dozen field-focused courses form the backbone of the event, with evening presentations rounding out the full weekend schedule. We welcome back many favorite offerings, including Lichens: Pioneers of the Northwoods; Boreal Birding Workshop with Bob Janssen; Wildlife Tracking through Remote Camera Photography; and Birding by Ear with Ann Russ. New this year: Spring Birding with Michael Karns, and Raptors of the North Shore with Michaela Brevig. This year, we welcome the Raptor Center, part of the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. The Raptor Center rehabilitates around 1,000 sick and injured raptors each year, while helping to identify emerging environmental issues related to raptor health and populations. An internationally renowned education facility, the Raptor Center trains veterinary students and veterinarians from around the world to become future leaders in raptor medicine and conservation. Michaela Brevig, Raptor Center interpreter, will offer a full-day workshop, family program and a public presentation. She’ll be joined by some feathered friends as well.