Rocky Mountain Raptors

Join us for an educational experience on the majestic raptors of the Rockies and Front Range, and witness their breathtaking beauty and power.

Rocky Mountain National Park and the Front Range area are home to an exciting range of raptors! Experienced wildlife guide Perry Conway will introduce you to these remarkable birds and help you learn to spot them in the wild. On Wednesday evening, Perry will give an engaging and informative lecture at the Lyons Regional Library, illustrated by his own dramatic photographs of raptors in their native habitats. The next morning, we’ll visit several nesting and hunting sites to watch and photograph these powerful birds in action. Whether you’re a raptor enthusiast or just curious about these majestic creatures, we hope you’ll join us!

Who: Participants ages 16 and up.

Program Level: Easy – Appropriate for most participants. Expect frequent short walks with ample breaks. Participants will be walking on grassy areas and paved or hardened surfaces with moderate slopes and occasional stairs.

When: Wednesday evening lecture, May 28, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00pm (no cost), and optional Thursday morning field session, May 29, 2025, 7:00 – 10:00am ($60)

Where: Lyons Regional Library, 451 4th Ave, Lyons, CO 80540

What to bring:

• 10 Essentials for Field Courses
• a camera (optional)
• binoculars or spotting scope (optional but nice to have)

About your instructor: Perry Conway has been a full-time professional naturalist, photographer, and wildlife guide for many years. He has led numerous African safaris and has worked with numerous species of raptors, from kestrels to eagles, and presented conservation programs at schools and other venues. His images and articles have been published in every major North American natural history publication.

Refund Policy:

Cancellations made more than 30 days prior to the start of the course are eligible for a full refund. Cancellations made fewer than 30 days in advance are not eligible for a refund.

Our programs proceed rain or shine, and participants should be prepared for inclement weather. However, should we decide to cancel a program due to unsafe weather or emergency conditions, we will notify participants by email and automatically issue full refunds.

Conservancy members get 10% off individual registration when you use the discount code in your membership email! Limit 2 per membership.

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If you have questions about this course, please contact the Field Institute by email at education@RMConservancy.org or by phone at 970-586-3262.