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Mountain Plover Festival
April 27, 2018 - April 29, 2018
What is the Mountain Plover?
The Mountain Plover is a bird that begins arriving in Colorado’s Eastern Plains in early April. Plovers find the short grass prairie and fallow fields in the area to be excellent nesting grounds.
When is the Mountain Plover Festival?
The festival takes place on the last weekend of April. In 2018, it occurs on Friday, April 27; Saturday, April 28; and Sunday, April 29.
What is the Karval Mountain Plover Festival?
The Karval Mountain Plover Festival began when Karval community members were looking at economic opportunities for this small community. We decided to “bring the bird lovers to the bird”. This is a weekend full of bird watching, Wildlife viewing tours, entertainment, history, arts and crafts, antiques, and LOTS OF GOOD FOOD! Along with bird watching, here are some of the other things you will enjoy:
- You’ll get the chance to mingle with farmers and ranchers who choose to live in the local community and learn about their lifestyle.
- Eat home style food at every meal. Most meals are prepared by the community non-profit organizations.
- Saturday evening includes a Chuck Wagon dinner with authentic western entertainment.
- Learn about conservation practices and history of the area.
- Tour Private Land that would normally not be accessible.
- Make new friends!
Who should come to the Karval Mountain Plover Festival?
Plover lovers. Learn how landowners and biologists work together to study and preserve the nesting grounds of this elusive species.
Wildlife Enthusiast. Far away from the hustle and bustle of the city, attendees enjoy watching many species of prairie wildlife in their natural habitat.
History Lovers. Talk with third generation ranchers, the sons and daughters of homesteaders. Walk the spring hunting grounds of the Native Americans. Visit a prairie school house.
Nature Lovers. Vistas that go on for miles without a sign of man’s footprint. Visit playas, tree groves, natural springs, man made lakes, and fallow fields.
Event Highlights:
- Two day tours and one night tour – You’ll see bird and many other wild animals!
- Tours on private land
- Country hospitality with all meals included.
- Photo Contest
Where to stay?
- Home stays with local families Stay with working farmers and ranchers.
- Electric hookups for motor homes are available.
- Primitive camping sites available.
- Closest motels are in Hugo and Limon, Colorado.
For more lodging information contact; Connie Stone: 719-446-5456 or email cgstone68@hotmail.com