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North America
Bridger Bowl, MT
Raptor Viewing, Late
September 30 - Early October. See North America's largest migration
of eagles. For more information call (406) 587-2111.
Chichen Itza, Mexico
Autumnal Equinox
, September 20 - 21. "Shadow serpent" descends steps of Pyramid
of Kukulkan.
Deer Isle, Maine
Warbler Wave Weekend,
Late May. Migrating thrushes, warblers, orioles, tanagers
and other species. Call (207) 348-2508.
Duluth, MN
Hawk and other Raptor Viewing,
Hawks Ridge. Mid-September thru October.
Grafton, Illinois
Bald Eagle Viewing,
December - January. Hundreds of migrating bald eagles roost in the trees
on the shores of the Mississippi. Good viewing from the mud flats near the Alton Bridge
and Lock in the south to Pere Marquette State Park in the north.
Fort Valley, Georgia
Camellia Festival
, February. Masee Lane Gardens. Call (912) 967-2722 for dates.
Helena, Montana
Bald Eagle Migration,
November. Scopes set up to view about 400 eagles that feed on
spawning salmon. Call (406) 475-3310.
Mexico's Pacific Coast
Whale Watching
Late November thru March 31. About 10,000 gray whales winter in Mexico. Best viewing
from Tijuana to Huatulco, especially near Los Cabos. Call (212) 755-7261.
North Adams, Massachusetts
Fall Foliage Festival
Late September - Early October. Call (413) 663-3735 for dates.
San Juan Capistrano, California
The Swallows Return
on the Feast of St. Joseph. February 17. Swallow's Day Heritage Festival
(mid-March)
The swallows return from South America and the 200-year-old Spanish mission of
San Juan Capistrano welcomes them with a traditional ceremony held each year on Mar 16 and a parade and procession on Mar 23
that is billed as the largest non-motorized parade in the United States.
Throughout the week, a number of events are held in the town of San Juan
Capistrano in celebration of the birds' return. Call (714) 493-4700
to confirm dates and times.
Vermont
Cycle Vermont, Late September
to mid-October. Although you can bicycle through Vermont much
of the year, this period is timed to coincide with the maximum
fall color. Bring your own bikes or rent. Stay in farmhouses or
bed-and-breakfasts sprinkeled along the various routes.
Brussels, Belgium
Meyboom, July 9.
Traditional tree planting. Parade of the Comic Strip Giants, including Tintin and Smurfs.
Route runs from the Grand Place to the Rue de Sables. Call +(32-2) 513-8940.
London, England
The Chelsea Flower ShowHeld over 4 days during the last week of every May.
THE event for gardeners the world over takes place at The Royal Hospital Grounds in Chelsea.
The first two-and-a-half days are reserved for memebers of the Royal Horticultural Society only.
The last two are for the public (excluding children under five years). Advance
tickets may be purchased by credit card. Call +(44-171) 379-4443.
London, England
Royal Horticultural Society Hampton Court Palace Show, Held during the second week
of every July.
The world's largest annual flower show. In the pastr few years, this show
has become almost as well-established as the one in Chelsea. Held at magnificent Hampton Court,
the former home of Henry VIII, the show also features musical entertainmemnt and crafts displays.
Call +(44-171) 344-4444 or +(44-181) 977-0050.
St. Petersburg, Russia
The White Nights of St. Petersburg.
Late June, around the Summer Solstice. Mysterious,
hazy light in a beautiful city. No ticket necessary.There's a
music festival of the same name, in June. Featuring ballet,
opera and dance. For ticket and other information, call Allegro
Enterprises in New York at (212) 666-6700.
Hervey Bay, Australia
Hervey Bay Whale Festival
, August. Viewing whale mothers and calves in the bay in Queensland.
Call +(61 71) 250 222.
Kyoto, Japan
Plum Blossom Festival ,
February 25. Call (212) 757-5640 for info.
Perth, Australia
Kings Park Wildflower Festival
September-October. Call +(09) 383-7979 for dates.
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