Saturday, Oct. 3, 7 a.m.-4 p.m., Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area, Route 17. Annual event for all ages. Bird banding demonstrations, bird watching, decoy carving, wildlife photography lessons, nature walks, hunting dog demonstrations, illustrated talks, kids’ activities and more. New wild game cooking contest; learn more at 802-828-1193. Free. See full schedule of events atwww.vtfishandwildlife, under Watch Wildlife.