Brews of a Feather
Hundreds of bird species rely on the Gulf of Mexico at varying points in their life cycles. The Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, a nonprofit celebrating its 25th year, works to protect these birds by preserving a healthy ecosystem and conducting research on their nesting, habitats, and migration.
To promote the observatory’s efforts, Brew on the Bayou, the organization’s third annual soiree of beer, wine, and avian education, takes place Nov. 6. The wooded grounds of the observatory, on 34 acres of bottomland hardwood forest in Lake Jackson, are filled with live music and food. “It’s a nice evening next to the bayou, with large oak trees all around you,” says Martin Hagne, the observatory’s executive director.
The Birds of Prey raptor show is a highlight of the evening, where rescued raptors are used to teach about their importance in our ecosystem. Past raptor shows have included a black vulture, Harris’s hawks, redtailed hawks, and falcons.
Guests can also take a pontoon boat ride across Buffalo Camp Bayou, sample cuisine from food trucks, and
