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BPRC Raptor Educational Programs
There’s no better way to learn about the birds of prey in North Texas than to meet them in person!
If you’re interested in a booking a program or have questions, please click on the Schedule a Program form below!
Blackland Prairie Raptor Center’s birds of prey have many years of experience introducing children and adults to the world of raptors. These hawks, owls, and falcons are well trained, and with the assistance of BPRC education specialists, show you what makes them an important part of our environment. We also have owl pellets for sale!
Raptor Programs
Whether you come to us or we come to you, we offer engaging educational experiences for all ages. Join us at BPRC for a great day of learning in a natural setting with Lavon Lake as the backdrop. Our park features pavilions, an amphitheater, restrooms, and trails, and we offer raptor presentations as well as guided hikes through native Blackland Prairie—an endangered ecosystem with unique plant life. We can accommodate up to 200 participants for on-site programs.
Alternatively, we can bring our presentations to your location. These are available to schools, homeschool groups, youth organizations, libraries, scouts, and more. Each year, we present to over 30,000 people across North Texas and Oklahoma. Group sizes can range from small groups to entire schools. For schools, we recommend no more than 150 at a time and can offer back-to-back sessions as needed.
*Programs hosted at off-site locations will incur a travel fee.
Live Raptor Program
Price: $350
The educational program introduces children and adults to the world of raptors. These hawks, owls and falcons are well trained, and with the assistance of BPRC education specialists, show you what makes them an important part of our environment.
- You will discover their roles in the food chain and their unique adaptations to hunt in woodland, wetlands and prairies
- 60 min total: 45 min engaging presentation customized to the audience’s age; ~15 min Q&A
- Can accommodate up to 200 people
Raptor Spotlight
Price: $175
Wanting to do a live raptor program but don’t have a lot of time? Our Meet and Greet Program is the perfect solution! We will bring one bird, discuss related raptor adaptations, and then finish up with time for questions, all within a timeframe that works best!
- 30 minutes
- Live Raptor “on hand”
- Additional time can be added for $175 for each 30 minutes
Tiny Tike Program
Price: $175
The Tiny Tike Program is a shorter version of the Live Raptor Program, more appropriate for those that have shorter attention spans.
- 30-minutes long
- Consists of a quick talk on adaptions and a reading of a storybook
- Features one live raptor “on hand”
- Perfect for younger audiences, 5 yrs & under
Wings & Talons Experience
Price: $50/hour
Our education and marketing team is happy to host a BPRC booth at your event! We will bring information about our center and awesome biofacts (wings and talons) to share with your guests to help educate them on the incredible raptors that are native to this area.
- No Live Raptors
- Minimum # required: 25
Behind the Scenes Tour
Price: $350
Ever wondered what the day-to-day looks like at the Blackland Prairie Raptor Center? This is your opportunity to tour the “behind the scenes” area to learn more about what we do on a daily basis.
- 1.5 hour behind the scenes tour of BPRC
- Must be a minimum of 10 years old
- As an added bonus, you will have the opportunity to meet our full crew of raptor ambassadors
- Can often be tailored to your interests in the organization:
- Prairie Conservation & Restoration
- Raptor Rehabilitation
- Education & Training
- *Please note, we cannot guarantee access to the hospital for tours due to possible medical emergencies.
Painting with Petunia
Price: $350
Are you ready to embark on a unique and unconventional artistic journey? Picture this: a canvas, vibrant paints, and an unexpected partner in creativity – a magnificent black vulture.
- 1 hour painting session with our black vulture ambassador, Petunia
- Must be a minimum of 10 years old
- Max # of guests = 10
- Includes:
- Behind the scene tour of our education ambassador area
- Paint color selection
- Watch Petunia complete your painting
- A picture with Petunia after your painting is complete
Raptor Photo Shoot
Price: $400
Bring your group of nature-loving photographers to BPRC for a photo session featuring multiple raptors.
- 2 Hour Program
- Birds will be either “on hand” or perched on tethers
- Photograph them from as close as six feet
- Tripods and monopods are welcome.
Private Photo Shoot
at a Raptor Release
Price: $200
Experience the thrill of a hawk or owl release up close while supporting vital rehab efforts with your donation!
- Get exclusive one-on-one access alongside our rehab team and capture stunning photos of these incredible birds soaring free back into the wild.
Raptors of North Texas Presentation
Price: $150
Discover North Texas raptors in this program covering our most common native species, with plenty of time for questions.
- No Live Raptors
- 45 minute program
- Location of Your Choice
Virtual Raptor Program
Price: $200
The educational program introduces children and adults to the world of raptors. These hawks, owls and falcons are well trained, and with the assistance of BPRC education specialists, show you what makes them an important part of our environment.
- Enjoy our Live Raptor Program virtually through a live feed
- You will discover their roles in the food chain and their unique adaptations to hunt in woodland, wetlands and prairies
- Live Raptors will be “on hand” during the feed
- 60 min total: 45 min engaging presentation; ~15 min Q&A
Add-On Options
Back-To-Back Additional Program
Price: $200
Add an additional program for a discount!
- Programs have to be scheduled back to back or with a short break in between (up to 30 min max)
Guided Nature Hike
Price: $15/person
(minimum required: 10)
The hike will go through the native Blackland Prairie at BPRC. The remnant prairie is considered an endangered ecosystem with plants unique to this habitat.
- Led by a Master Naturalist
- ~45 minutes
- Very easy walk (young children would not have a problem)
- Strollers are allowed, but no paved paths
- Dirt or gravel in areas
Owl Pellets
Price: $4/pellet
Pellets are the undigested parts of a bird’s food, such as hair or bones, which are regurgitated (coughed up through the beak)
- Great hands-on learning for kids to study about owls and the ecosystems in which they live
- During the dissection, they can see and identify the tiny bones from that owl’s meal, can learn about the owl’s diet and place in the food web
- All of our pellets are heat-sterilized
- Available seasonally
Owl Pellet Dissection Kit
Price: $8
Pellets are the undigested parts of a bird’s food, such as hair or bones, which are regurgitated (coughed up through the beak)
- Great hands-on learning for kids to study about owls and the ecosystems in which they live
- During the dissection, they can see and identify the tiny bones from that owl’s meal, can learn about the owl’s diet and place in the food web
- All of our pellets are heat-sterilized
- Includes owl pellet, bone dissection guide, toothpick, and plastic tweezer
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