North Reservoir Boat Launch Ramp @ State Mill Road

This annual celebration of purple martins and their contributions to the Portage Lakes & environs will be held on a Sunday in June 2023 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm (date not yet finalized). Always a huge success with young and old alike, it’s an exuberant learning experience. If you don’t want to participate, just watching other folks and the martins soaring about is a joy.

Many got to see the baby birds in their nests, and some got to hold them. Many will be able to feed the birds by flinging scrambled eggs. Some folks are eager to learn about various aspects of our natural environment from our naturalist. There will be several information tents including sources for informational materials. This unique festival is fun – a very enjoyable way to introduce environmental concerns to the public.