Special Events Rogue Valley Bird Day is the local celebration of International Migratory Bird Day (IMBD), which celebrates one of the most important and spectacular events in the life of a migra- tory bird—its journey between wintering and breeding grounds. This year’s theme is “The Importance of Stopover Habitats.” Celebrate with us on Saturday, May 13, from 8 a.m. to noon at North Mountain Park! Enjoy Wildlife Images exhibits where you can meet some magnificent birds of prey. Join the experts for guided bird walks and compete in a bird-calling contest at 11 a.m. for all ages. This outdoor event is admission-free and takes place at North Mountain Park, 620 North Mountain Avenue in Ashland. For more in- formation on this exciting and family-friendly event, please visit RogueValleyBirdDay.net or call the North Mountain Park Nature Center at 541.488.6606. This event is made possible with the gener- ous help of sponsors! If you are interested in sponsoring the 2017 event, please call 541.488.6606, or email Libby VanWyhe at libby.vanwyhe@ashland.or.us. Rogue Valley Bird Day – Sat, May 13, 8 a.m. to Noon 33