Expert Talk-Owls

Retired Game Warden Michael Mitchell will give a presentation about native owls and how to attract your own at your house.

Learn about a particular subject or topic from a local expert. This particular program is open to all ages but more geared towards adults. 

Retired Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Warden Michael Mitchell will talk about native owls, particularly the eastern screech owl, and how owl boxes can be made to view them in your own backyard! 

When: Saturday May 25th, 6 pm
Where: Central Park

Bring a folding or lawn chair! 

How to get your Very Own Owl: Eastern Screech Owls

Eastern Screech Owls are amazing creatures. And no matter what toys we gift to our children, children will always be the most amazed at another living creature. Thus owl box construction is described, including details how to build or buy them readily. Placement and proximity are covered. Eastern Screech Owl biology is described in easy terms, including courtship, mating, nesting, and eating habits. He will also cover owl viewing via cameras placed within or near the boxes. 

Park admission is free with a Texas State Parks Pass. On busy weekends, reserve your day use pass early online! Please note: You do NOT need to register or make a reservation for this event, just be sure you have a day pass purchased for everyone attending.

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*Program is subject to cancellation due to weather