Herricks Cove Wildlife Festival on May 4

If you’re a wildlife enthusiast itching for spring then be sure to check out the Herricks Cove Wildlife Festival on Sunday, May 4, at beautiful Herricks Cove on the Connecticut River in Rockingham, Vermont. 

The festival is presented by the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department, Ascutney Mountain Audubon Society (AMAS), and Great River Hydro with support from Vermont Watershed Grant, Chroma Technology Corporation, Ben and Jerry's, Magris Talc, Mascoma Savings Bank, and 802 Credit Union.

This is a family-friendly festival with emphasis on the wildlife and natural resources of Vermont.  The festival will feature live animals, nature-focused walks, kids’ activities, presentations by environmental and nature organizations, and demonstrations that include the return of Vermont Game Warden Canine Units.  There will be food offered by a variety of local vendors as well as wildlife art, craft, book, and gift vendors there throughout the day.

“The Herricks Cove Wildlife Festival gives participants a chance to learn about and experience our native fish and wildlife and the importance of conserving their habitats so future generations can appreciate them as well,” said Jaclyn Comeau, a state wildlife biologist with Vermont Fish and Wildlife. 

Gates open at 9:30 a.m. and activities are scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., rain or shine, with a morning bird walk at 7:00 a.m.  The suggested donation is $3.00 for an individual and $5.00 for a family (cash or check made payable to AMAS), but no one is turned away for lack of funds.  Pets are not allowed.  Visit the festival website for updates and more information.

Herricks Cove is located just off Route 5, less than three miles north of Bellows Falls.