Aiken Audubon Society presents Nature's Educators and their live raptors - Hawks & Owls We will dive into the characteristics that define raptors and why they are important to our ecosystems. You will discover the various types of raptors found all over the world, what it takes to care for a raptor, and learn how Nature’s Educators is permitted to keep raptors. Three to four of their ambassadors will be present based on length. You will also learn about their personal histories, anatomy,…See More

Insects are wildlife, too! We may consider most insects to be garden-eating, garbage-infesting, blood-sucking pests, but the truth is the overwhelming majority are vital to our lives, and the cornerstones of healthy habitats. While we have traditionally neglected to look at insects the way we watch birds, that culture is changing. Butterflies, dragonflies, and even tiger beetles are rising in popularity among naturalists. Sure, there are barriers to “bugwatching,” like needing different…See More

Socializing begins at 6:30 pm; Program starts at 7 pm.Please enter through the rear, classroom entrance of the building. With spring officially set to begin in a week and hummingbirds beginning their northward migration to Colorado, it’s time to look forward to bright spring flowers and early arriving hummingbirds next month.This evening’s program will describe information derived from a decade of volunteer field research on Rocky’s hummingbird populations. Topics to be addressed include…See More

Colorado has 18 non-rare species of diurnal raptors. Debbie Barnes will be presenting an information-packed program explaining how to identify Colorado’s eagles, hawks, falcons and kites. Debbie has been studying the identification of these birds for ten years and has developed a program to help separate the various species. Here is your chance to learn the tips that will greatly improve your skills. Don’t miss this outstanding program. You can put your new skills into practice by signing up…See More

The Flammulated Owl is as small as a fist and reticent enough to disappear into the shadows of western forests. Considered the country's leading expert on Flammulated Owls, Dr. Brian Linkhart has been studying the demography and habitat requirements of this small raptor on the Manitou Experimental Forst since 1981. His aim is the development of conservation plans for forest ecosystems containing this and other sensitive species. With this extended period of study he has been able to uncover…See More

"Ghost Bird" tells the timely story of the Ivory-billed Woodpecker's miraculous rediscovery in 2005. The bird's resurrection was heralded around the world as proof that conservation efforts on behalf of threatened species were making the critical difference between life and death. While the fate of Ivory-billed remains uncertain, there is no question the vital role local conservation efforts play in reversing the planet's extinction crisis. Discussion will follow the screening. Sponsored by the…See More