Program studies habits of owls

Staff report

Slippery Rock, Pa.

Discover why owls’ nocturnal habits, silent flight and ghostly appearances have fascinated people for centuries. Come owling for the evening at 7 p.m. Dec. 19 at the Jennings Environmental Education Center, 2951 Prospect Road.

Participants will explore the folklore, natural history and adaptations of the night birds. After a brief indoor presentation, prowl among owls and other winter nightlife on a guided walk along Jennings’ darkened forest trails.

Owls come in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes and are able to disguise themselves both day and night.

Well-camouflaged with mottled patterns of muted browns, blacks, grays and reds, the owl is certainly an elusive sight. Jennings is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays and on weekends as scheduled. The trails are open daily from sunrise to sunset for hiking and other environmentally related activities.

If you need an accommodation to participate in park activities because of a disability, contact the Pennsylvania Bureau of State Parks: 888-PA-PARKS or 717-558-2710. With at least three days notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs.