Or Mission
Wings Over Water Northwest is an all volunteer, non profit, tax-exempt organization. Our mission is to promote conservation, education and stewardship of the birds and their habitat in the Pacific Northwest as well as encourage ecotourism to support the economy. Wings Over Water, Northwest Birding Festival is one of the ways we provide education, while also providing the opportunity to bring significant economic benefits to this rich and pristine area. Donations to help support our missions and Festival are most welcome!
History
The Washington Brant Foundation started the Brant Festival in Blaine and Birch Bay in 2002 because of their concern about the continuous decline in waterfowl populations due to habitat loss. The festival changed its name in 2005 to Wings Over Water Northwest to include the large number of marine bird species which migrate here during spring migration. Due to the festival's success, we became a 501c3 in 2008 and continues to celebrate our annual festival every March.
The Future
Our vision for the festival is to continue to provide opportunities for education and enjoyment of birds in their natural habitat, preserving this valuable asset for future generations.
