Tuesday, October 23, 2012

WRA Programs: Seven Ponds Nature Center: October 20, 2012

Sarah, our CMU Intern and Misty, the Rough-Legged Hawk

 Sarah Introduces Misty to the Audience

Three Barred Owls: Ready to Go! Summer 2012

These Barred Owls had been strengthening their flying skills in our largest (100-ft) flight pen for several weeks.  This is the final part of their rehabilitation before their release.  The birds must be in perfect condition to be able to go back into the wild and survive.  There were a greater number of injured Barred Owls brought to us this year than usual; most were able to recover and to be returned to their wilderness homes.  These three beautiful birds are now flying free.

Some Encounters During U.P. Field Work: 2011-2012


Young Black Bear Resting in a Field
Young Moose in Early Spring

Broad-Winged Hawk in Marshland

Female Silver Wolf

Monday, October 22, 2012

Porcupine Mountains State Park: Spring 2012

         Flash, a male American Kestrel Falcon, greets some new friends!