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It’s Raptor Weekend at the Audubon Center

September 9, 2021/RINewsToday
  • They are BACK!
  • Amazing birds of prey with long sharp talons, hooked beaks, and highly developed eyesight and hearing are headed back to Audubon. They’re raptors, the superior hunters of the avian world. Many species of these formidable and striking birds will be at the Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium in Bristol, Rhode Island on September 11 and 12, 2021 from 10 am to 3 pm for Raptor Weekend 2021.

  • Eagles, owls, hawks and falcons will be featured in live presentations, educational programs and activities for bird enthusiasts of all ages. Audubon presents a unique opportunity for visitors to get up-close with many species and learn about raptors and their adaptations in this engaging, family-friendly weekend event. This popular annual event was postponed in 2020, and Audubon is thrilled to bring back both raptors and visitors this September.

    • Purchase Tickets

    All proceeds from Raptor Weekend benefit raptor care, school programs, and habitat conservation efforts by the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. Thank you for your support!

    Help make event check-in safer by purchasing your tickets in advance. When you purchase your admission online, you will receive an e-ticket that we can easily scan – it’s quick and contactless, keeping you and our staff and volunteers safe!

    Make the Most of Raptor Weekend
    Raptor Weekend is a family-friendly, rain or shine event. There will be on-site parking for $5. 

    2021 Presenter Schedule

    Presenter schedule subject to change.

    Saturday, September 11

    10:15 – 11:00 am  |  Eagle and Raptor Presentation by Wildlife Rehabilitator Christine’s Critters (Main Tent)

    10:30 – 11:15 am  |  Falconry Demonstration by Jack Billings, falconer (Behind Building)

    12:00 – 12:30 pm  |  Bird Drawing Demonstration and Coloring Book Signing by Artist and Author Jerry Shippee (Auditorium/Foyer)

    12:00 – 12:30 pm  |  Nature Family Sing-A-Long by Audubon Educators Tracey Hall and Lisa Maloney (Pollinator Garden)

    1:00 – 1:45 pm  |  Eagle and Raptor Presentation by Wildlife Rehabilitator Christine’s Critters (Main Tent)

    1:30 – 2:15  |  Falconry Demonstration by Jack Billings, falconer (Behind Building)

    2:30 – 3:00 pm  |  RI Audubon Raptor Presentation (Main Tent)

    Sunday, September 12

    9:30 – 10:00 am  |  Talkin’ Birds Radio Broadcast with Ray Brown (Back Patio)

    10:15 – 11:00 am  |  Who’s Watching You? Owls of the World by Eyes on Owls (Main Tent)

    10:30 – 11:15 am  |  Eagle and Raptor Presentation by Horizon Wings (Behind Building)

    12:00 – 12:30 pm  |  Photographing Providence Raptors Lecture and Book Signing by Photographer Peter Green (Auditorium/Foyer)

    12:00- 12:30 pm  |  Nature Family Sing-A-Long by Audubon Educators Tracey Hall and Lisa Maloney (Pollinator Garden)

    1:00 – 1:45 pm  |  Who’s Watching You? Owls of the World by Eyes on Owls (Main Tent)

    1:15 – 2:00 pm  |  Eagle and Raptor Presentation by Horizon Wings (Behind Building)

    2:15 – 3:00 pm  |  RI Audubon Raptor Presentation (Main Tent)

    For more info, go to: https://asri.org/raptor-weekend/?mc_cid=661f635105&mc_eid=55f7677107

    Photo, top of page:

    Christine Peyreigne cares for injured and/or orphaned raptors. Whenever possible, she releases them into the wild after rehabilitation. In the summer of 2015, Christine rescued and rehabilitated Audubon’s Red-tailed Hawk: Finn. Finn’s injuries prevented his release and he now calls the Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium home.

    christinescritters.org

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