VIRGINIA OSPREY FOUNDATION

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Save the Date for Virginia Osprey Festival, April 10, 2027

Mission Statement
The Virginia Osprey Foundation is dedicated to the protection of Osprey and their habitats in Virginia. Through science, education, advocacy and community engagement, our mission is to foster a sustainable environment where Osprey thrive.

The Virginia Osprey Festival is one of the largest festivals of its kind celebrating the osprey’s annual return to Colonial Beach, birdwatching and the area's abundant natural resources.

Osprey Flyer, Volume XXXIV, July/August Edition 2026

Latest News from The Virginia Osprey Foundation!

Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

Central Rappahannock Regional Library, Cooper Branch,

20 Washington Ave., Colonial Beach, VA

Join us for a special author talk with poet Hillary Gonzalez, author of Where the Osprey Nest, as she sits down with Joanie Millward of the Virginia Osprey Foundation for a conversation about ospreys and their connection to the Chesapeake Bay.

The discussion will explore these remarkable birds, the challenges they face, and the inspiration behind Gonzalez’s work, which calls attention to the importance of protecting the Chesapeake’s beloved sea hawk.

The event will take place Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Central Rappahannock Regional Library, Cooper Branch, located at 20 Washington Ave., Colonial Beach, VA 22443.

Whether you’re a bird enthusiast, poetry lover, conservation advocate, or simply curious about the ospreys that make their home along the Chesapeake, we hope you’ll join us for this engaging community conversation.

We Need Your Support!

Support the mission of the Virginia Osprey Foundation by making a financial contribution today. Your support helps protect osprey habitats, fund conservation education, and preserve Virginia’s waterways for future generations. Every donation—large or small—makes a meaningful impact in keeping these magnificent birds thriving.

The Virginia Osprey Festival in Colonial Beach would like to express its appreciation to the Potomac River Fisheries Commission and its Executive Director, Ronald Owens, for their support and use of its facilities to the festival over the years. Please visit their website and become familiar with this valuable organization located within the Town of Colonial Beach.