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The Rock River Times – May 15, 2024

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May 15, 2024. Vol. 31. No. 51. RockRiverTimes.com.

Pelican Fest returns to Rockton: Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day and the annual return of the American White Pelicans with other migrating birds to the Rock River region when you attend Rockton Pelican Fest, Sat., May 18, 2024, 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Natural Land Institute, Sinnissippi Audubon Society, the Village of Rockton and JR Finally Art Studio & Gallery present a day filled with activities and sights sure to delight everyone. Learn about and meet some interesting birds while visiting several educational and environmental booths in downtown Rockton. Stroll along the historic streets to visit shops and restaurants, which will have pelican themed specials, for an entertaining day. Attend presentations held at Talcott Free Library and Village Hall. Visit nearby Nygren Wetland Preserve to look for the American White Pelicans, Sandhill Cranes, other birds and wildlife. (Photo credit: Andrea Van Briesen) Guided tours of the preserve start at the Nygren Wetland Wildlife Overlook at: 11:00 a.m. – led by Rick Barton 12:30 p.m. – led by Rick Barton 2:00 p.m. – led by Zach Grycan For more information about the Rockton Pelican Fest and a schedule of the events visit NaturalLand.org, SinnissippiAudubon.org and on Facebook look for Rockton Pelican Fest.


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