Owls live all around us but are very good at evading detection. Come learn how to identify our local owls by size, shape, silhouette and sound. Following the indoor portion of the program participants will drive their vehicles following staff to 3-4 known owl territories in and around Houston to call and listen for Eastern Screech-Owls, Barred Owls, and Great Horned Owls.
Meet at the International Owl Center no later than the listed start time (you may arrive 30 minutes prior to the program start time without needing to pay admission to the Center.) Plan to spend the first 30-45 minutes indoors learning to identify owls by sound before going outdoors. Dress for the weather, and try to wear clothes that don't make noise when you move. You will drive your vehicle following our staff to 3-4 different locations within 10 miles of Houston. Calling will be done from the side of the road, so very little walking is required. Children are welcome, but must be able to stand quietly for at least 10 minutes at a time. No pets, smoking or vaping allowed during the indoor or outdoor portions of the program. Expect to return to the Owl Center roughly 2.5 - 3 hours after program start time.
Please note that if you want to arrived before 3:30 PM, such as to see the 2:00 PM program you will need to also pay regular admission to the Owl Center. Live owls go home at 4:00 PM.
Programs will be canceled in case of significant wind, rain, severe road conditions, or low enrollment. Cancellations will be announced at least 24 hours prior to the program time.
There will be 20-30 people allowed for each date.
Cost: $10 for members; $15 for non-members, plus a small ticketing fee. Tickets must be purchased in advance, and usually sell out quickly. There will be a maximum of 30 people allowed for each date. Registration is only open for one owl prowl at a time and will open a month before each date.
Please register on our website at
https://www.internationalowlcenter.org/owlprowls.html. If you have any issues or questions, please call 507-896-6957. Owl prowls almost always sell out in advance, so as a courtesy to everyone involved, please let us know immediately if you cannot attend.
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