Come join us on Friday, May 9, 2025, at 5 p.m., at the beautiful Camp Oty’Okwa in Hocking Hills for a fun-filled weekend celebrating the natural world and the spring migration.

Birds in the Hills welcomes individuals of diverse ages and backgrounds, providing a chance to explore the biodiversity of the Appalachian region through interactive nature activities led by local guides and naturalists. In addition to a variety of birding excursions, the festival provides family-oriented programming, food, camping, interactive workshops, live music, nature inspired vendors, an off-the-charts silent auction, and more!

Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just starting out, there’s something for everyone at this family-friendly festival. Grab your binoculars and get ready to immerse yourself in nature at the Birds in the Hills Festival.

*Ticket prices do not include meals. Meal tickets are available as an add on option and must be purchased two weeks in advance of the festival. No meal tickets will be available after April 21st. Participants are welcome to bring their own food and alcoholic beverages into the festival. Glass is not permitted.

Dontate: Your contribution to the 2025 Birds in the Hills Festival will help Appalachian Understories continue its mission to preserve local knowledge, create a sense of place, benefit human health, and bring revenue into our region. Click here to dontate today.

Volunteer: Contact us at Madison@ruralaction.org to learn more

Merch: This years shirts coming soon, check out last years here!

Schedule Coming Soon!