See Our Raptors
Programs
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Raptor Encounter
Families, Free with Membership, Raptors, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in the ecosystem....
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Eagle & Friends Program at Havenwoods State Forest
Adults, Families, In the Community, Raptors
Havenwoods State Forest 6141 N Hopkins St., Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWith awesome power, spectacular strength, a huge wingspan, and massive talons, the Bald Eagle is the very essence of a raptor and headlines this program accompanied by hawks, owls, and falcons. Experience live birds up close during this all-ages event. FREE and no registration required. Learn more.
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Beaks & Talons Program at Milwaukee Public Museum
Adults, Families, In the Community, Raptors
Milwaukee Public Museum 800 West Wells Street, Milwaukee, United StatesThe Raptors of Schlitz Audubon will be at the Milwaukee Public Museum's Halloween Hauntings FREE members-only event. Which bird is the fastest? Which has silent flight? Join us for an interactive comparison of falcons, hawks, and owls, great for all ages! Learn more.
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Valkyrie, the Bald Eagle, at Milwaukee Bucks Game
Adults, Families, In the Community, Raptors
Fiserv Forum 1111 N Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, United StatesValkyrie, our Bald Eagle ambassador, will be appearing during the National Anthem of the October 23 Bucks Game—enjoy the added experience of witnessing our national bird! We thank the Milwaukee Bucks for inviting the Raptors of Schlitz Audubon to be part of their home opener game at Fiserv Forum.
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Beaks & Talons Program at Milwaukee Public Museum
Adults, Families, In the Community, Raptors
Milwaukee Public Museum 800 West Wells Street, Milwaukee, United StatesThe Raptors of Schlitz Audubon will be at the Milwaukee Public Museum's Halloween Hauntings FREE members-only event. Which bird is the fastest? Which has silent flight? Join us for an interactive comparison of falcons, hawks, and owls, great for all ages! Learn more.
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Raptor Encounter
Families, Free with Membership, Raptors, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in the ecosystem....
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Family Owl Prowl
Birding Academy, Families, Guided Hikes, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesRain date: Tuesday, October 27 | 5:30pm-7:00pm Hike with us deep into the forest to discover “Hooo’s” making noises in the night. Sound is the best way to identify our local owls, so put on your owl ears and prepare to hear, and perhaps even see, some of our local...
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Raptor Encounter
Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in the ecosystem....
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Raptor Encounter
Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in...
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Xtreme Raptor Day 2026
FeaturedSchlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesOur annual Raptor Festival is back! Xtreme Raptor Day celebrates these powerful hunters of the sky while offering unforgettable experiences. Our resident raptors await you on the trails for up-close encounters – including owls, hawks, falcons, and eagles. You will have a chance to learn about each species, their lifestyle...
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Paints, Pours, and Plumes
Art, Adults, Wheelchair Accessible, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesSpend a relaxing evening learning how to paint a raptor! Join Artist Chelsea Beiler as she walks you through painting one of our Raptor Ambassadors, who will be present—feathers, talons, and all—as a live model! Tickets include two beverages (beer, wine, or non-alcoholic), supplies, and a canvas you can take home at the end of the night. Artist Chelsea Beiler...
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Beaks & Talons Program at Elm Grove Public Library
Families, Raptors, In the Community
Elm Grove Public Library 13600 Juneau Boulevard, Elm Grove, United StatesThe 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...
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Raptor Encounter
Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in...
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Adult Owl Prowl
Adults, Birding Academy, Guided Hikes, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin Raptor Educators for an evening exploring the lives of an elusive nocturnal hunter: owls. This program, designed for adults, will include a night hike to locate and catch a glimpse of wild owls. Discussions of owl behavior and natural history will be complemented with visits from a few owls from our Raptor Program....
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Family Owl Prowl
Birding Academy, Families, Guided Hikes, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesRain date: Tuesday, November 24 | 5:00pm-6:30pm Hike with us deep into the forest to discover “Hooo’s” making noises in the night. Sound is the best way to identify our local owls, so put on your owl ears and prepare to hear, and perhaps even see, some of our local...
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Raptor Encounter
Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in...
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Raptor Encounter
Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in...
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Raptor Saturday
Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWith great strength, grace, and beauty, birds are admirably adapted to the skies. They can travel hundreds of miles in one day, dive through the air at unimaginable speeds, and maneuver through tight spaces with a single flap of the wing. But have you ever wondered what makes their flight...
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Raptor Encounter
Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in...
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Seminar: Winter Residents of Wisconsin
Adults, Birding Academy, Wheelchair Accessible, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesWith Wisconsin's summer migratory birds gone for the season, our winter residents are here to stay; each employs a variety of adaptations to survive harsh winters. Meet our Great Horned Owl, Zari, up close to learn about some of the earliest nesting raptors, discover how songbirds as small as the Black-capped Chickadee survive...
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Raptor Encounter
Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in...
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Raptor Encounter
Families, Free with Membership, Raptors, Wheelchair Accessible
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in...
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Raptor Encounter
Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in...
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Raptor Encounter
Families, Free with Membership, Wheelchair Accessible, Raptors
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center 1111 E. Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, WI, United StatesJoin us in the Great Hall of our Visitor Center to meet one or two birds from our Raptor Program! We will talk about the specific skills, traits, and adaptations that are unique to that bird. Our Raptor Program educates about raptor ecology, conservation, and these birds’ important roles in...