10/26/2026
Owl Prowl season is almost here! 🦉🌙
Owls are masters of camouflage, and their bark-like feathers help them disappear into the trees. Because of this, you're often more likely to hear an owl than see one!
Join the naturalists at Wehr Nature Center for an Owl Prowl and discover the amazing adaptations of our nocturnal neighbors, including the Great Horned Owl and Eastern Screech-Owl.
A Few Changes This Season! 📢
If you've attended an Owl Prowl in the past, you may notice some changes. Wehr Nature Center's goal is to provide meaningful opportunities to experience owls while prioritizing the Owls' well-being.
By mid-December, owls are increasingly focused on establishing and defending their territories, and Wehr's Owl Prowls will take place earlier in the winter. 📅
Wehr Naturalists will no longer use owl calls or playback, as this can cause owls to expend valuable energy responding to a perceived intruder.
Winter is already a challenging time for wildlife, making energy conservation especially important. For this reason, Wehr Nature Center will no longer offer traditional Owl Prowls in January; instead, Owl Prowls will be offered in November and Early December.
Later in the Winter, we may offer quiet nighttime walks or daytime programs focused on listening and observing wildlife naturally. 🌙
By walking quietly and listening for natural calls, participants can still have wonderful encounters while helping us model responsible wildlife observation.
The staff at Wehr Nature Center hope you can join them for an unforgettable Owl Prowl experience! 🌲🦉✨
📸: Wehr Nature Center
