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Rochester, MN 55906
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Free Sundays: CRITTER SPOTLIGHT

Critter Spotlight - Owls

February 19th, 1:30 pm — 2:30 pm

$4
Free for members
Tickets Here

Owls have many adaptations for their life in the forest. Totally silent flight, sharp talons, and large eyes set forward make them stealthy hunters. Learn all about these impressive predatory adaptations and the owl species that live in Minnesota. 

Month Date and Topics
February 2023
19 - Critter Spotlight - Owls
March 2023
19 - Critter Spotlight - Goodness Snakes!
April 2023
16 - Critter Spotlight - Frogs & Toads
30 - Critter Spotlight - Frogs & Toads
May 2023
21 - Critter Spotlight - Worms & Decomposers
September 2023
17 - Critter Spotlight - Insects & Creepy Crawlies
October 2023
1 - Critter Spotlight - Insects & Creepy Crawlies
22 - Critter Spotlight - Totally Turtles
November 2023
19 - Critter Spotlight: Bats
December 2023
17 - Critter Spotlight: Silly Over Snakes

Meet our wildest staff members!
The animal residents at Quarry Hill Nature Center are hardworking and, with the help of a naturalist, love to tell their story. Critter programs focus on the eating, sleeping and survival skills of an animal that calls Quarry Hill home. 

January - Animals Surviving Winter
February - Owls
March - Snakes
April - Frogs & Toads
May - Worms & Decomposers
September - Insects
October - Turtles
November - Bats (weather permitting, this may include a trip to the cave)
December - Snakes

  • Children 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult
  • All ages are welcome to participate. Tickets required for 24 months and older.
  • No pets or food allowed in the Nature Center