The Festival is about to begin!

The Festival is about to begin, and everything is looking great- Many volunteers (Friends of the Bosque!) are working so hard to make this Festival a success, and they are doing this because they love the Refuge and the birds and wildlife who rely on it for their survival. Volunteers are ready to help you at the Refuge decks, and have been busy printing banners, handouts & signs; getting the Friends' tent ready; helping with the Art Tent and the Exhibitor Tent; and working in the Bosque Nature Store so the non-profit Friends can support the Refuge and continue their wonderful educational programs!

The Refuge sure has a great bunch of Friends! Do join Us and become a Friend, too (if you haven't already!!)

Now ..... on to the latest bird count which was done on Nov 13, 2008

Ducks 23,840 - Canada Geese 114 - Light Geese 20,300 - Sandhill Cranes - 4100 - Bald & Golden Eagles 1 -American Coot 295 - Marsh & Water Birds- 14 - Hawks & Owls 15

Cranes and other birds are still arriving, and increasing throughout the whole Middle Rio Grande area.

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