Coasting back into Southwest Montana for its return event, the annual Bridger Raptor Festival will be held Saturday and Sunday, October 8th and 9th. Events are FREE and open to the public. Raptor Fest centers on the largest known Golden Eagle migration in the United States, with a local raptor migration count taking place every fall at the top of the Ridge.
Raptor Fest activities include two days of live bird talks, nature walks, educational programs, and entertainment for people of all ages. Some of the events on this year’s calendar include “Binocular Target Blitz,” “Migration Challenge,” “Sketch-a-Bird,” “Raptor vs Raptor” and “Build a Nifty Nest Box,” among others. A highlight every year, Raptor Fest will feature an Oktober Fest event from 10am–6pm on Saturday and 10am–3pm on Sunday with live music, food, and beer in the Jim Bridger Lodge. All skier services will also be open.
Please note: the Friday night Ellen Theatre kick-off event has been cancelled by event organizers. Plan to enjoy the weekend’s many planned events at Bridger Bowl.
Find a full schedule of Raptor Fest weekend events and learn more at www.bridgerraptorfest.com. •
