Cape Fear Women's Birding Festival

January 15th, 16th & 17th, 2027
Registration Now Open
WELCOME!
Whether you are a seasoned birder or a newcomer to the world of birding we have a place for you at the Cape Fear Women's Birding Festival.

January 15th, 16th & 17th, 2027

    Step 1-Personal Details

    Step 2-Pick Your Events

     Registration Details:
    • Registration cost is $250.00 plus any field trip surcharges (if applicable).
    • Registration includes 3 of the listed field trips or workshops.
      Note: The Southport excursion is an all day trip and counts as two choices.
      Please select from the choices listed on this page.
    • Meet and greet reception.
    • Speakers and presentations
    • Catered dinner on Saturday.
    • After dinner raffle and activities.
    • Your confirmed itinerary and times will be provided once payment is received.
    • Spaces are limited and are on a first come, first confirmed basis.
      Please note: Your application is not confirmed until payment is received.
    • Dates/times may be substituted if requested excursion/workshop is not available. 
    See the about page for a full description of available field trips and workshops.
    • All parking fees are the sole responsibility of festival participants.
    • We reserve the right to substitute another activity if necessary.
    Please note: We keep group sizes small to make sure you have a great experience. Excursion & workshop slots are on a first confirmed basis and may sell out. 
    • THE SOUTHPORT TRIP HAS REACHED CAPACITY.
    • THE FORT FISHER TRIP HAS REACHED CAPACITY.
    * Johnny Mercer Pier has a $2.00 additional fee to cover admission to the pier.
    * Airlie Gardens has a $10.00 additional fee to cover admission to the gardens.
    * Southport has a $15.00 additional fee to cover ferry transportation. This is an ALL DAY excursion. Do not pick a Saturday afternoon excursion if doing the Southport trip.
    * Johnny Mercer Pier has a $2.00 additional fee to cover admission to the pier.
    * Airlie Gardens has a $10.00 additional fee to cover admission to the gardens.
    * Bird Painting has a $40.00 additional fee to cover materials (including a take home painting kit.)
    • THE SUNDAY MORNING AIRLIE GARDENS TRIP HAS REACHED CAPACITY.
    • THE MINDFUL BIRDING HAS REACHED CAPACITY.
    * Johnny Mercer Pier has a $2.00 additional fee to cover admission to the pier.
    * Airlie Gardens has a $10.00 additional fee to cover admission to the gardens.

    Add 2027 Festival T-Shirt - (OPTIONAL)

    • Reserve your discounted 2027 Cape Fear Women's Birding Festival Festival T-Shirt below
    •  Preorder Price $20.00 / Regular Price $25.00
      (limit 1 at this price)
    • Reserving a t-shirt is optional and must be ordered with registration
      for discounted pricing.
    • Please check sizing chart carefully -
      Shirts are custom made to order and non-exchangeable.
    • Your 2027 invoice will reflect an additional charge for your shirt.
    • Your shirt will be available for pickup when you check-in at the festival. 
    • Additional merchandise is available at our web-store.
    Click the button below to register for the Cape Fear Women's Birding Festival.
     
    We look forward to seeing you at the festival!
  • You will receive an invoice via Square within 72 hours.
  • If you don't see your invoice please check your spam folder.
  • If you haven't received your invoice within 72 hours please contact us via the
    contact form or by email at [email protected]
  • This event is rain or shine and non-refundable.
  • T-shirt preorders are non-refundable
  • Note: Transportation is the sole responsibility of attendees.
  • By clicking the register button you agree to release Cool Wilmington, Inc.,
    The Cape Fear Women's Birding Festival, and all it's employees and volunteers from any accident or liability resulting in your  participation in the event.
  • Read the full liability waiver here.