In and beyond the New River Gorge National Park in West Virginia, annually since 2002, for up to six days participants traverse the heart of the upland, hardwood forests identified as crucial stopover habitat for species such as Golden-winged, Blue-winged, and Swainson’s Warblers, and Scarlet Tanager on daily guided field trip destinations highlighting more than 100 bird species. In a friendly back-porch atmosphere with opportunities to visit a wide range of habitats with world class instruction for beginners as well as those wanting to enhance their skills, the New River Birding & Nature Festival is a learning, vacation, and experience for everyone. All inclusive lodging packages are available. *Registration opens in the fall and spots usually fill by January.