Look who came to our local library:
There's a great horned owl in the children's fiction section. How awesome is that?
The raptor rehabilitators brought others, too, including this screech owl, a European barn owl, and a peregrine falcon. Gorgeous birds that have all been injured in some way (most were hit by a car while hunting). They were rescued but unable to be re-released into the wild.
It was an incredible afternoon with rarely-seen hunters. I'd do it again in a heart-beat.
When was the last time you got close to an animal that wasn't a pet?
Maybe we should try this at the library where I work - I'm sure the children (and everyone else) would love it!
ReplyDeleteI occasionally get close to deer or fox while out with the dog, and it's always a thrill :o)
Hi Karen, I highly recommend it! They had a whole program about birds. The kids made pinecone bird feeders, binoculars out of toilet paper tubes, and did all kinds of bird-related activities. I think the whole event was co-hosted by the Audubon society. Definitely look into it!
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