Owl banding spooktacular

Whoooooo goes there?!

The Berkshire Bird Observatory is monitoring owl migration again this fall and has welcomed CLC to join them in the field at Jug End State Reservation! This program will give participants a special look into the lives of secretive Saw-whet owls and even a chance to touch them.

While this program is tentatively scheduled for October 27, banding programs are extremely weather-dependent. Please sign up for the email list below to be notified when the program is finalized and have the opportunity to register.

What’s involved: This program will take place after sunset and will include a short walk from the parking lot to the site. Please come prepared for this program with a light source (flashlight, headlamp, or fully-charged smartphone) to walk safely to the owl banding station. The exact address will be shared following registration.

What to bring: A flashlight or headlamp, a water bottle, and additional warm layers. Bringing a camping chair or blanket to sit on while waiting is highly recommended for this program!

What not to bring: Please, no dogs.

All banding, marking, and sampling are conducted under a federally authorized Bird Banding Permit issued by the USGS BBL. We ask people who attend owl banding to consider donating to the Berkshire Bird Observatory to support their nonprofit conservation efforts! They depend on your generous support.