Raptor Identification
Sun. 9 am - 10 am
Enjoy a PowerPoint slide presentation featuring raptors of the
northern Sacramento Valley. Field identification, characteristics,
unique habits, fascinating facts and curious myths about these
beautiful birds of prey will be discussed. Learn why birds of
prey have been revered in history and folklore for thousands
of years.
Presenter: Andy Wahl
The Wide Wonderful World of Birds
Sun. 9 am - 10:30 am
“
It is not only fine feathers that make fine birds”, Aesop.
Enjoy this introduction to the wide, wonderful world of birds.
Roger will examine the characteristics, variety, and behavior
of birds and their relationship to humankind.
Presenter: Roger Lederer
Falconry: The World’s Oldest Field Sport
Sun. 10:30 am
- noon
Falconry has been a part of history for more than 4,000 years.
Beginning as a means of hunting wild game, it has been the sport
of kings and the icon of a complex social cast system. Participants
will see live birds and the equipment used in modern and historic
falconry. View an exciting PowerPoint slide presentation of falconry
being practiced in the field.
Presenter: Andy Wahl
Where the Birds Are
Sun. 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
This captivating slide presentation will touch upon the history
of wildlife refuges and the important role they play for both
wildlife and humans. Because refuges attract so many birds
they also attract many people. What is it that is so attractive?
Also discover what Lake Merritt, a city-surrounded refuge,
and Gray Lodge Wildlife Area, located in the country, both
have in common.
Presenter: Rex Burress
Introduction to Slow Foods
Sun. 1 pm – 3 pm
Northern California's unique climate allows the creation of wonderful
foods that, far too often, are overlooked. A group of local
farmers and ranchers have formed a Slow Food Group to celebrate
and promote the unique and wonderful food that our area produces.
Three speakers from the Slow Food Group will discuss how their
individual operations evoke the uniqueness of our climate into
their products. They understand that the health of the landscape
directly affects the health of wildlife and humans. Big Bluff
Ranch in Red Bluff produces grass-fed beef and lamb. Pacific
Sun Olive Oil in Gerber produces a distinct northern California
olive oil. Pedrozo Dairy in Orland produces handcrafted grass-fed
cheese.
Presenters: Tyler Dawley, Brian Kenny and Tim Pedrozo |
