It's a Hoot!
Owls of the Sacramento Region
 Saturday,
June 14
7:00pm - 9:30pm
Are owls really wise? Can
they swivel their heads 360-degrees around? Do all owls hoot?
Owls have fascinated humans for centuries. Some cultures
believe they are symbols of wisdom, while others believe they
are signs of impending of doom and death.
The first part of this
program will take place at the Splash Education Center, where
you'll see a slide show as a basic introduction to owls,
specifically those of our region. Listen to the calls of our
local owls so you can recognize "whoo's" calling
outside your window at night. Then you can be a nature
detective and investigate what some owls have been eating by
dissecting regurgitated owl pellets. AND
you'll have a
chance to get "up close and personal" with a live
owl!
 Following the indoor portion of the
program, we'll head out into the field at dusk and look for owls hunting
in the grasslands of Mather Regional Park. We may see Burrowing Owls, Barn
Owls, or even a Great-horned Owl!
Join
Splash Guide David Rosen, as he sheds some light on owl mythology, as well
as the physical adaptations that allow owls to be one of nature's most
efficient hunters. In addition to leading environmental education programs
for Sacramento Splash, David works as a freelance naturalist,
photographer, and public relations consultant.
Wear good walking shoes for the field
portion of this program. Reserve your spot early, as this
program is a real hoot!
Fees for this program
are $10.00/adult and $5.00/child (5-18) and are payable by
cash or check. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations are recommended.
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