[SEMCO] Audubon Society fo RI Raptor Weekend-Volunteers needed

[Anne DiMonti]

Soaring in September!
Eagles, Owls, Falcons and Hawks Descend on Audubon

Audubon Society of RI Raptor Weekend 2016
Audubon Environmental Education Center, 1401 Hope Street (Route 114), Bristol, RI
September 10 & 11, 2016; 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Here they come!  Eagles, Owls, Hawks and Falcons are headed to Bristol, Rhode Island on September 10 and 11, 2016. These rulers of the avian world have razor-sharp talons, highly developed eyesight and hooked beaks that rip and tear. They are also strikingly beautiful.

These birds of prey will be descending on the Audubon Society of Rhode Island's Environmental Education Center in Bristol, Rhode Island for Raptor Weekend 2016. Wildlife rehabilitators and experts from across the Northeast will bring a wide variety of these extraordinary birds to the largest raptor celebration in New England.  Amazing and formidable birds of prey will be featured in live flight demonstrations, educational programs and activities for bird enthusiasts of all ages.

Audubon presents a unique opportunity for visitors to get up-close with many species and learn about amazing birds of prey in this fun, family-friendly weekend event.

Presenter Highlights

Eyes on the sky! Join master falconer and crowd favorite Lorrie Schumaker of Talons! A Bird of Prey Experience for breath-taking free flight demonstrations on September 10 & 11.  Coming from Hamilton, New York, Ms. Schumaker highlights aerial agility in this popular program focusing on falconry, raptor biology and conservation. A European Eagle Owl, Saker Falcon and Harris's Hawk are just a few of the raptors she may present.

Returning this year are Connecticut-based raptor rehabilitators Mary-Beth Kaeser and Alan Nordell of Horizon Wings. On Saturday, September 10 they will be presenting a Bald Eagle, Golden Eagle, Barn Owl, American Kestrel, Peregrine Falcon and more.

On Sunday, September 11, ever-popular presenters Marcia and Mark Wilson of Eyes on Owls will introduce the audience to a variety of live owls found in New England as well as other parts of the world. The Wilsons will also explore the protection of owls and their habitats.

Entertaining and educational games and activities for families will be featured both days. Admission also provides access to the award-winning Audubon Environmental Education Center and entrance to the Center's 28-acre wildlife refuge, including the scenic boardwalk to Narragansett Bay.

We Need You!

Would you like to take part in this remarkable event and see raptors up close?  The Audubon Society is looking for volunteers to help make Raptor Weekend possible. Volunteer opportunities include supporting educational activities, kids crafts, face painting, parking, raffle and more!  Volunteer shifts are available in the mornings and afternoons, but help is especially needed in the afternoons.   Morning shifts run from 9:00-1:00 and afternoon shifts from 12:30 - 4:30.   If interested, please  contact Jonathan Scoones, Director of Volunteer Services,  at jscoones at asri.org<mailto:jscoones at asri.org>  or  401-245-7500 x 3044 or sign-up to volunteer at: https://audubon.formstack.com/forms/rwvolunteer




Anne DiMonti
Director, Environmental Education Center
Audubon Society of Rhode Island
Environmental Education Center
1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI 02809
Tel: 401-245-7500 ext. 3116
Fax: 401-245-9339
adimonti at asri.org<mailto:adimonti at asri.org>
Please Note: I work a Tuesday-Saturday schedule

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