• Rabbit Mountain Open Space - Venture into the foothills of the Rocky Mountains to spot nesting Golden Eagles. During the journey, there are opportunities to see other open country raptors such as the Prairie Falcon, Ferruginous Hawk, and Rough-legged Hawk.
• Boulder - Explore the open spaces of Boulder County. The target birds include Swainson’s Hawk, Ferruginous Hawk, Prairie Falcon, Bald Eagle, Burrowing Owl, and Great Horned Owl.

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• Snacks
• Lunch

• Alcoholic Beverages

Join Ecologist Dr. Ryan Dibala for a full day of learning about raptors - this course is bound to spark an enduring fascination for these birds of prey. Despite the Colorado mid-winter appearing barren and unlikely for bird spotting, it’s the most crucial time of year for nesting raptors.

Spend the day exploring various nature reserves in Denver and its surrounding areas, looking for nesting eagles. Get to understand their nesting biology and behavior, and brush up on critical field identification techniques for raptors. Potential sightings may range from Bald Eagle, Golden Eagle, Red-tailed Hawk, Ferruginous Hawk, Rough-legged Hawk, Northern Harrier, Prairie Falcon, to American Kestrel. Attendees will also gain knowledge about owls and visit several spots where owl sightings might be possible. Hone your field identification skills, get a chance to indulge in photography, and delve deeper into the fascinating ecological aspects of these fearsome predators.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.