NYLON – The shallow dust called Nations Road is buried under sweeping drifts. The snow glides lazily in the open, sometimes curling in the shadow of a leaning fence post. Just as the sun crests the head of a hill, two brilliant golden eyes open and blink. The wind folded over the owl's shoulders. The sun poured over him and faint scratchings and peeps of the mice and voles floated to him from all around. He crouched and leaped into a puff of … [Read more...]
Live Owls Coming to Chip Holt Nature Center
LAKEVILLE — Curious folks can meet live owls at the Chip Holt Nature Center on Friday, getting close enough to feel the power in the presence of the mysterious night birds. Wild Wings, Inc. of Honeoye Falls will be bringing their owls for a guided hike and interactive demonstration on the birds, their habits and habitats at The Chip Holt Nature Center. The event is Feb. 19 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Handlers will bring their live birds of prey … [Read more...]