Baby killdeer always come out running. They hatch with their eyes open, and as soon as their downy feathers dry, they start scurrying about, following their parents and searching the ground for something to eat. Killdeer chicks will also tuck themselves under their mother's wings for warmth and to keep dry. This is just one of the many reasons that the BirdFest & Bluegrass committee chose the Killdeer as the Bird of the Year this year! Donations made to the Friends on days like #GiveMore24 help