Wild West Tour: Predator Prowl
Friday, November 11
Wild West Tours are a great way to get an up-close look at some of the best places and wildlife that the Katy Prairie has to offer. These adventures are led by well-known local naturalist Glenn Olsen, an expert in local ecology who knows lots about local birds and native plants.
Join Glenn on a exciting journey in search of some of the predators that call the prairie home. We'll be on the hunt for coyotes, bobcats, raccoons, etc. that stalk the evening prairie looking for prey. Glenn will set up photographic blinds on a rarely visited preserved and will attempt to call in predators using special whistle - you just have to snap the photos!
About your guide: Glenn Olsen has had a passionate interest in nature, especially birds, since early childhood. He offers birding and nature classes through our area including at Rice University's Glasscock School of Continuing Education. Glenn has served as State President of Native Plant Society of Texas and also served as Houston Audubon's vice president of education. He has led Wild West Tours for KPC for three years.
When: Friday, November 11, start time TBA
Where: Participants meet at Indiangrass Preserve
Registration required: $65 per participant. Light dinner included. Participants must provide their own transportation. Call 713.523.6135 or email info@katyprairie.org.
Wild West Tour: Owl Prowl
Friday, December 9
Wild West Tours are a great way to get an up-close look at some of the best places and wildlife that the Katy Prairie has to offer. These adventures are led by well-known local naturalist Glenn Olsen, an expert in local ecology knows lots about local birds and native plants.
Yyou often catch a glimpse of a graceful yet powerful form sweeping low across the late fall sky. From the nearby treeline you here a mournful hoot or a buzzy trill. You've entered into the realm of owls.The Katy Prairie sports an impressive collection of these silent hunters from the mighty great horned owl to the tiny but charismatic screech owl.
Join Glenn Olsen on a wide-ranging tour of the Katy Prairie in search of Great Horned Owls, Screech Owls, Barn Owls, and even the elusive Barred Owl.
When: December 9 from 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Where: Participants meet at Indiangrass Preserve
Registration required: $65 per participant. Light dinner included. Participants must provide their own transportation. Call 713.523.6135 or email info@katyprairie.org.
