Curious about how biologists catch and study birds, especially owls? Join us for an exciting evening as host Doug Inkley demonstrates saw-whet owl banding—a rare chance to see one of these tiny nocturnal hunters up close!
Saw-whet owls (Aegolius acadicus), the smallest owls in eastern North America, are known for their distinct 'toot-toot-toot' call, which you might hear during the program. After a brief orientation on arrival, you’ll get an inside look at the scientific research and banding operations that help biologists learn more about these fascinating migratory birds.
The program fee is $7.00 per person, with a portion of the fee shared with the dedicated volunteers to help support the cost of their equipment and ongoing survey work.
Please note that in case of inclement weather, such as high winds, fog, or rain, we will notify you by email by 3:00 pm on the day of the event.
Like all birding, there is no guarantee the birds will cooperate, thereby enabling us to see one! However, we will nonetheless learn about the study. Don’t miss this chance to learn about these wonderful creatures in a fun and educational setting!.
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
For event details, click here to go back to the calendar on the PVAS website.
Please click the orange 'Continue Registration' button to sign up for the event.
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11/12/2024
Participants must be 10 years to 120 years old when the program starts.
Minimum: 1
Maximum: 15
Registration starts on 10/23/2024 and ends on 11/12/2024.
Please contact Potomac Valley Audubon Society if you have any questions.