The Bridger Raptor Festival
is an annual event held in early October in and around Bozeman, Montana. It’s happening October 5th & 6th this year. The festival, which is free to the public, centers around the largest known Golden Eagle migration in the United States. Check out their schedule of events here.
Since 1991 a raptor migration count has taken place every fall at the Bridger Bowl ski area in the Gallatin National Forest just north of Bozeman. Festival activities center around raptor viewing and include nature walks and talks, educational and entertaining programs and activities for people of all ages.
Live raptors will be at this event and some can spot prey from a mile away! For the safety of our feathered and furry friends, dogs are not allowed.
The Festival seeks to:
- Raise awareness and support local, national and international organizations that share in this mission.
- Connect the general public to research regarding wildlife and to promote access and interpretation to the findings of the research.
- Foster a greater understanding and appreciation of the local wildlife – while providing opportunities for life-long learning.
Through:
- Events that are free, available to the general public, appealing to a wide range of backgrounds, ages and interests.
In our opinion at Birds & Beasleys, The Bridger Raptor Festival is a must see.