Wings Over Water Wildlife Festival is one of the premier wildlife festivals in the United States. It is comprised of dozens of birding, paddling, photography, art and natural history trips, tours and programs.  Participants come from all over America and the world to enjoy the beautiful scenery and amazing wildlife.
The main body of the festival is held in late fall, when the potential for mild weather exists and when there is less traffic and lodging rates are lower.  The 20th anniversary, 2016 Wings Over Water dates are, Tuesday October 18th through Sunday the 23rd.