A new visitor center at the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge Complex headquarters in Willows welcomes wildlife enthusiasts. Surrounding refuges and wildlife management areas provide Snow Goose Festival visitors plenty of places to explore.
DURHAM, CA (MPG) – The 2026 Snow Goose Festival will bring four days of field trips, workshops and community activities to the Northern Sacramento Valley Jan. 22‑25, celebrating the region’s wintering bird populations and the annual arrival of migratory waterfowl.
Festival headquarters will again be located at Patrick Ranch Museum between Chico and Durham. The ranch will host registration, exhibits and family activities throughout the event. Visitors can explore natural history displays, art exhibits, junior naturalist stations and informational booths from local conservation groups. Many field trips and workshops depart from the ranch, making it the central gathering point for participants…