Celebrate spring in the Finger Lakes at Hunt Country Vineyards! We welcome you to join us for a unique experience that will interest bird watchers and wine enthusiasts alike!
Embark on a gentle walk through the vineyard and into Hunt Country's nearby woodland with local naturalist Alyssa Johnson.
Return to Hunt Country's beautiful & historic barn where Daena Ford will feature LIVE birds of prey, while you enjoy a flight of Hunt Country wines, accompanied by local nibbles.
Event Overview:
To start you will be greeted by Suzanne Hunt, co-owner of Hunt Country Vineyards and a Sustainability Professional. Suzanne will offer a brief talk about Hunt Country history, the gorgeous grounds you will be walking, and Hunt Country's sustainability efforts.

Alyssa will take you on a guided walk, and will discuss the spring songbird, as well as point out any birds seen or heard along the way. During your tour of Hunt Country's scenic vineyards and woodlands, you can expect to come across birds such as American Kestrels, Bobolinks, and Eastern Meadowlarks in the grasslands. As well as a variety of warblers, vireos, and thrushes in the woodland. You may even get lucky enough to spot a Bald Eagle soaring over the vineyards!

Upon return to the barn, your tasting flights and nibbles of local cheeses, charcuterie, and more will be waiting for you while the final component of the event features several live birds of prey, handled by Braddock Bay Raptor Research President, Daena Ford. You will get to see these impressive birds up close, so don’t forget your camera!

$40 per guest: Includes Hunt Country history & sustainability with Suzanne Hunt, bird walk with Alyssa Johnson, & a live raptor presentation with Daena Ford while enjoying a Flight of 5 Wines and local nibbles.