Dedicated to “nature’s clean-up crew,” the ACC Vulture Fest shines a light on vultures’ under-appreciated efforts as a key part of a clean and healthy ecosystem. It also celebrates the ACC landfill property, where organics are composted, materials are recycled and landfill gasses are converted into electricity. Vulture Fest’s lineup of educational and fun events includes family activities, informational tables, a costume contest, food and live animals. Auburn University’s Raptor Center Program will hold presentations at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., and there will be guided tours of the ACC composting operations at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. and of the landfill operations at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. The Oconee Audubon Society will also host a bird walk at 8 a.m. before the festival begins.
WHO: Vulture Festival
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 26, 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
WHERE: ACC Landfill
HOW MUCH: FREE!
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