ft. Raptor Handlers
Meet raptors up close and learn from handlers at the Audubon Center.
Part I
About this event
The Raptor Encounter at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center offers a rare opportunity to see majestic birds up close. Held in the Great Hall, this event allows you to engage with raptor handlers and learn about the unique skills and adaptations of these birds. It's an educational experience that brings you face-to-face with nature's top aerial predators.
Whether you're a bird enthusiast or just curious, this encounter is both informative and awe-inspiring. The handlers are knowledgeable and eager to share insights about raptor ecology, making it a perfect outing for families and nature lovers alike. Don't forget to bring your questions and a sense of wonder!
From the organizer
Join us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to see two birds from our Raptor Program! During this meet and greet experience, you can talk with raptor handlers about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology,...
Getting in
Drop in anytime — no commitment needed
Who'll Be There
Families with children, possibly grandparents, nature lovers, and local community members interested in wildlife education.
Part II · The feel
The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.
Library rules. Whispers and a calm body — this is not a talking-out-loud room.
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