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Join us for an engaging evening with April Vaos, educator with the Lake County Forest Preserves, as we explore the fascinating world of owls in our region.
Throughout the year, seven different species of owl can be found in or passing through Lake County. In this program, we’ll take a closer look at each of these species, from their behaviors and habitats to the remarkable adaptations that make them such effective nocturnal hunters. From silent flight to incredible hearing and vision, owls are uniquely equipped for life in the dark.
Whether you’re hoping to learn how to identify owls by sight or sound, or simply want to deepen your understanding of these remarkable birds, this program offers something for everyone.
As you learn more about these species, we encourage you to read our recent blog post on rodenticide use and its impact on raptors. Secondary poisoning is a growing threat to owls and other birds of prey, and understanding this issue is an important step toward protecting them.
New Location: Byron Colby Barn
We’re changing things up for our May Program Meeting, which is also our Annual Meeting and Board Elections. We’ll be gathering at the beautiful and historic Byron Colby Barn in Grayslake. This 1885 timber frame dairy barn was saved from demolition, carefully restored, and now serves as a centerpiece of the Prairie Crossing conservation community. This meeting will not be held at the Aspen Drive Library.
We’ll be starting a little earlier than usual, with an appetizer buffet available beginning at 6:00 PM, followed by the meeting and elections. It’s a great opportunity to spend time together, reflect on the past year, and hear what’s ahead for Lake County Audubon Society. Details about our program, Owls of Lake County, are included in the next section.
Please take a moment to review the parking location using the link here.
We also ask that you register in advance so we can be sure to have plenty of food for everyone.
We hope you’ll join us for this special evening.