Owl Banding

This annual fall migration of owls occurs from September until early November, with October being the peak in their abundance. Species targeted include Northern Saw-whet Owls, Long-eared Owls and Boreal Owls. Join our biologists for an evening in the woods to learn about the research being conducted on our feathery friends and hopefully see a live owl up close and personal!*

Hot drinks and light snacks will be provided and between net checks our biologists will lead discussions about our research initiatives and projects.

You may arrive at any point during the 6 hours of banding. Keep in mind that it is easier to navigate to the banding station before dark.

*We do not guarantee that an owl will be captured during your visit. They are wild animals and are influenced by the time of year and weather patterns. However, at the BBO we do catch between 300-500 owls per season so there is a high chance of seeing an owl!

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING:

Headlamp/flashlight
Warm clothing – dress for the outdoors!
Hand/foot warmers
A thermos/travel for a warm beverage (you will want it!)
Cash to purchase merchandise

Tickets:

Family Pass (2 adult, 2 youth): $50

Adult (18+ years): $20 each

Youth (6-17 years): $10 each

Children age 5 and under are FREE

Seniors (65+ years): $15

 

How to get tickets?

Buy Online

Date & Time:

September 13 to October 17, 2025 | Various times in the evening

Sat 13 Sep 2025 — 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Sun 14 Sep 2025 —8:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Sat 20 Sep 2025 — 7:45 PM – 1:00 AM
Sun 21 Sep 2025 — 7:45 PM – 1:00 AM
Thu 2 Oct 2025 — 7:15 PM – 1:00 AM
Fri 3 Oct 2025 — 7:15 PM – 1:00 AM
Sat 4 Oct 2025 — 7:15 PM – 1:00 AM
Sun 5 Oct 2025 — 7:15 PM – 1:00 AM
Thu 9 Oct 2025 — 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Fri 10 Oct 2025 — 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Sat 11 Oct 2025 — 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Sun 12 Oct 2025 — 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Thu 16 Oct 2025 — 6:45 PM – 1:00 AM
Fri 17 Oct 2025 — 6:45 PM – 1:00 AM
Sat 18 Oct 2025 — 6:45 PM – 1:00 AM
Sun 19 Oct 2025 — 6:45 PM – 1:00 AM