ROCK HALL — Wings of Spring, a nature-inspired festival, will make its debut in Rock Hall this weekend.
The aptly named event celebrates the annual return of ospreys and the renewal of spring.
The celebration begins with a ticketed kick-off reception on Friday, April 24 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Osprey Point Inn. Reservations are required. See https://www.simpletix.com/e/wings-of-spring-event-kick-off-celebrartio-tickets-262340
Saturday promises to be “a fun-filled day of family-friendly programming” from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. throughout town.
Visitors will have the opportunity to observe ospreys in their natural habitat as they return to nest throughout Rock Hall Harbor. The festival blends wildlife education, outdoor recreation and small-town charm — offering something for all ages.
• Hosted at The Mainstay in partnership with Friends of Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge, the day begins at 9:30 a.m. with a symposium titled “Osprey Population Trends in Northern Chesapeake Bay.”
After the talks, there will be a question-and-answer session with all the presenters.
A native plants presentation will follow from 2 to 3 p.m.
For more information, see https://friendsofeasternneck.org/2026/03/wings-of-spring-seminar/
• Explore one of the region’s most treasured natural areas with a guided walk at Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge from 2 to 4 p.m. Reservations are required; see https://www.eventbrite.com/e/one-of-a-kind-wings-of-spring-afternoon-waterfowl-walk-tickets-1984835393091
• One-hour guided tours of Rock Hall Harbor and Swan Creek depart throughout the day [from the county bulkhead on Caroline Avenue], offering a unique vantage point to view nesting ospreys and local wildlife. Sign-up in advance is encouraged; see https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0448ABAB2DA0FFCF8-62968627-scenic. Walk-ups are welcome based on availability. The cost is $35 per person.
• Along Main Street you will find unique local shops, artists, artisans and pop-up vendors; local fare and festival merchandise; interactive kids’ activities including crafts, games and books; and The Fish Mobile, a traveling aquarium showcasing Chesapeake Bay species.
Visitors also can watch osprey nest webcam footage streaming inside participating businesses throughout town.
“Organizers extend a heartfelt thank you to the Town of Rock Hall and the many partners, sponsors, supporters and volunteers whose dedication has made this inaugural event possible,” a news release states.
For more information, visit the Facebook page Wings of Spring Rock Hall and www.welcometorockhall.com/wingsofspring, or email rockhallbusiness@gmail.com.
