Join us this summer at the Menomonee Falls Public Library for a Reptiles & Amphibians program! These crawling, slithering, and swimming creatures inhabit our local ponds, prairies, and gardens. Participants will learn some amazing adaptations these animals have developed to survive throughout our varied seasons. The focus is on native...
Families, In the Community, Raptors
Wisconsin is home to many raptor species, including the Bald Eagle. Compare a Bald Eagle to a hawk, falcon, and owl to appreciate the awesome size and power of our national symbol. Live birds from our Raptor Program provide a memorable beak-to-nose experience and artifacts allow for additional interpretation and...
Families, In the Community, Raptors
Do all owls hoot? Do all owls eat mice? The owl ambassadors and staff of Schlitz Audubon answer these and other questions as they provide first-hand encounters with these rarely seen raptors. Participants can explore the adaptations that make owls successful predators of the night and interact with artifacts. Gain...
Families, In the Community, Raptors
A hawk, falcon, and owl from Schlitz Audubon’s Raptor Program highlight the tools raptors use to be successful predators of the sky. Participants are encouraged to compare and contrast species to discover the unique adaptations of each family. Live birds provide a memorable beak-to-nose experience, and artifacts allow for additional...
Families, In the Community, Raptors
Learn about conservation successes and challenges that raptor ecologists face. Environmental contamination, habitat loss, and climate change have the most dramatic effect on apex predators, making raptors strong indicators of overall ecosystem health. Our live birds will provide unique opportunities to explore past and present issues in conservation. Participants will...
Families, In the Community, Raptors
The Elm Grove Beautification Committee presents the 2026 Birding Festival! As part of this celebration, join us at the Elm Grove Public Library for an engaging program about raptors. A hawk, falcon, and owl from Schlitz Audubon’s Raptor Program highlight the tools raptors use to be successful predators of the...
