BATH, ME – Join us as we welcome folks of all ages to search for one of our favorite winged-creatures! Participants will listen to different owl calls, explore what makes a good owl home, and learn fun facts about these nighttime birds of prey. The event takes place on Friday, February 27th at 5:00 pm at Bowdoinham Waterfront Park in Bowdoinham.
Registration is capped at 12 people to maintain a good group experience. Register at: kennebecestuary.org/upcoming-events/owl-prowl-2026-2
Maine is home to eleven owl species, who spend all or part of the year in the state. These nocturnal predators can live in a variety of habitats from dense woodlands, to marshes, to urban environments like golf courses or airports. KELT staff will share recordings of various owl calls as they lead prowlers on a walk through the preserve. Meeting at dusk will optimize chances of seeing or hearing owls as wintertime is their mating season. Owls will be listening for possible mates and more eager to respond to calls, even if they come from a recording.
Prowlers should wear footwear with excellent tread and/or bring microspikes for traction on potentially icy trails. Packing a headlamp and dressing to spend 1 – 1 ½ hours outdoors are strongly encouraged. There will be plenty of silent and mindful moments as we listen for calls.
The Kennebec Estuary Land Trust is a membership supported organization dedicated to conserving and restoring the land, water, and wildlife of the Kennebec Estuary. It maintains thirteen preserves for public enjoyment and has protected 4,100+ acres of land since founding in 1989. FMI visit www.kennebecestuary.org or call (207) 442-8400.
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