Latvia to hold birdwatching events on October 3 and 4 — LSM English

On October 3 and 4, Latvia will host events for European Birdwatching Day at Ķemeri National Park and the National Botanic Garden in Salaspils. Latvia’s Nature Conservation Agency will offer visitors the opportunity to learn more about birds at exhibitions and through stories, as well as observe bird migration in nature, LSM English reports.

Birdwatching

On October 3, from 11:00 to 12:00, bird-themed fairy tales will be read at the Botania nature centre of the National Botanic Garden in Salaspils. The event is primarily aimed at families with children.

Later that day, from 18:00 to 19:30, the “Goose Evening” will take place in the Dunduru Meadows in Tukums Municipality. Together with a nature specialist, participants will watch the sunset in the wild pasture area of Ķemeri National Park, listen to natural sounds and learn about local birds and animals. Participants may be able to see a wren, the bird of 2026.

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Mushrooms and Fire Night

An educational mushroom walk along the Bušnieki trail is scheduled in Ventspils on October 3 at 11:00. It will be led by mushroom expert Līga Jēka. Participants will search for and identify mushrooms, learn about their characteristics and find out which ones are edible. Advance registration is required by phone at 22030982.

Also on October 3, the annual Fire Night will take place at Vienkoči Park from 18:30. The main programme will run until 22:00 and include a forge and woodworking workshop, a torch-making workshop, a torchlight procession, archery, horse riding and a tea workshop.