Nature
Talks + Tours

Nighthunters: Meet the Owls and Owl Prowl

When

Thu, Oct 26, 2023 7:00PM – 9:00PM

Where

Meet in Armor Hall

Price

$65, including admission to the grounds. Wave Hill members save 10%.

SOLD OUT

First time offered! Join us at Wave Hill for an exclusive adventure to engage with amazing owls of all shapes and sizes. Birders, nature lovers and thrill seekers are treated to a special after-hours experience as the sun sets over the Hudson and nocturnal creatures come to life. Falconer Brian Bradley and his spectacular live owls headline the evening with an exciting indoor program introducing these nocturnal birds of prey. Feel the wind brush your face as they fly silently inches above your head and get an intimate look at their adaptations and hunting techniques. Afterwards, venture outside with local NYC bird guide Gabriel Willow and a bird guide from Tenafly Nature Center to listen and look for resident owls on an “owl prowl” in the shadowy nighttime gardens. Bring your cameras for incredible close-ups! Ages 12 and older welcome with an adult (all participants must purchase a ticket). Space is limited for this program.

The Café at Wave Hill is closed during this event, but participants are invited to bring food to enjoy indoors prior to the start of the program. Ticket holders will be admitted to the grounds beginning at 6PM.

Registration required, online or by calling 718.549.3200 x251.

Questions about this program or have registration questions, please contact us information@wavehill.org or by calling the number and extension provided above.

Brian Bradley

Brian Bradley

Brian Bradley is a master falconer from New York’s Hudson Valley. His interest in birds of prey started at the young age of eight, when his brother introduced him to a professor/ornithologist at the local university. Brian got his Falconry license when he was 14, and he has been training birds ever since. For decades he has been lecturing on raptors and spreading awareness about falconry and birds of prey all across the northeast. When he isn’t in front of an audience talking about his birds, he is training with his birds. Bringing a positive learning experience to both audience and bird is paramount to Brian. Whether it's actively hunting with his hawks or talking to classroom of kids, he feels there is always something to learn and something to share.
Gabriel Willow

Gabriel Willow

Gabriel Willow is a naturalist with a particular passion for birds and urban spaces. He is an environmental educator and ecological tour guide in NYC, where he leads tours and teaches classes for NYC Audubon and Wave Hill, among others. His tours focus on seeking out the overlooked and ignored elements of wildness hiding all around us, ranging from boat trips on the East River and kayaking on Newtown Creek, to seeking the elusive Peregrine Falcons nesting on skyscrapers near Wall Street. He has created programs for Lincoln Center, the Morgan Library and Museum, the NY Botanical Garden and more. He is also an artist, illustrator and DJ.
Tenafly Nature Center

Tenafly Nature Center

Tenafly Nature Center is a non-profit, independent, member-supported nature preserve located in Bergen County, New Jersey. Since 1961, TNC has nurtured an appreciation for nature, been a leader in open-space preservation and environmental education for our community and beyond.