Bundle up and explore the farm and surrounding forest with wildlife biologist and birding guide Clifton Avery of Ventures Birding Tours. Learn how edge habitat and planned grazing support winter bird populations in WNC while spotting resident favorites like cardinals, nuthatches, and hawks—and possibly a stunning starling murmuration. The morning includes insights into our holistic land management practices and wraps up with a biscuit brunch from Butcher Brian’s kitchen.
Date: February 28
Time: 9am - 11:30am
Tickets: $30 (biscuit brunch included) See less
Gerton, North Carolina

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Winter Birding with Clifton Avery

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