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# Teton Raptor Center

Advances raptor conservation through education, research, and rehabilitation

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- [Teton Raptor Center Celebrates Local Community with 2 Weeks of "Locals' Appreciation"](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/teton-raptor-center-celebrates-local-community-with-locals-appreciation-june-8-20/) - Teton Raptor Center (TRC) is kicking off summer with a two-week "Locals' Appreciation" series honoring the neighbors who support its conservation mission year-round. From June 8–20, residents of Teton County (WY), Teton County (ID), and Lincoln County (WY) are invited to enjoy special discounts, free community events, raffles, and up-close encounters with TRC's remarkable avian
- [TRC’s Holiday Gift Guide: Shop with Purpose, Support with Love](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/trcs-holiday-gift-guide-shop-with-purpose-support-with-love-2/) - This holiday season, make your shopping matter—choose gifts that give back, and share the love for raptors. Every purchase from TRC's Nature Shop supports our mission, and we’ve got something for everyone on your list! Sponsor-a-Screen — a gift that actually saves wildlifeGive a gift that goes beyond things. Sponsor a Poo-Poo Project screen and
- [Flight Log 2025](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/flight-log-2025/) - Check out the highlights of another impactful year at Teton Raptor Center in this year’s Flight Log: Celebrating Gus the Golden Eagle’s journey from injured fledgling to avian ambassador Profiles of Tundra and Buffy, two of our newest avian ambassadors Expanding impact through new education programs Research team’s “roller-coaster” flights to track eagle trends TRC’s
- [Flight Log 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/flight-log-2024/) - Flight Log: TRC's annual newsletter announces a year of community, collaboration and conservation in the Hardeman Barn, updates on Avian Ambassadors, the busiest year ever for TRC clinic, and the ongoing Poo-Poo Project.
- [Flight Log 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/flight-log-2022/) - Flight Log: Highlights from this edition of TRC’s annual newsletter and impact report include: TRC enters final phase of site improvements Owly’s 20th hatch day celebration Mapping the value of Wyoming to Golden Eagles TRC’s response to Highly Parthenogenic Avian Influenza Conservation internship program takes flight And much more! Read the 2022 Flight Log in PDF or
- [Local Students Launch Wings At Risk](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/local-students-launch-wings-at-risk/) - At Jackson Hole Middle School, a hands-on sustainability program is empowering students to turn their environmental passions into meaningful action. Now in its second year, the class introduces students to topics like renewable energy, recycling, and conservation—and challenges them to launch their own community-based projects. For students Ellie Hunt and Atten Aronowitz, their project focus
- [Exciting News From The Field](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/exciting-news-from-the-field-2/) - Our TRC biologists just returned from a successful field stint helping start a new research project on Ferruginous Hawks. Spearheaded by Wyoming Game and Fish Department and Wyoming BLM, this new project is designed to fill in several critical data gaps for this at-risk species. Ferruginous Hawks are the largest hawk in North America and have
- [Converse County Raptor Nest Surveys](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/converse-county-raptor-nest-surveys/) - This spring the research team completed aerial surveys across Converse County, Wyoming to locate and monitor all active raptor nests. Spring surveys involved two biologists flying over 200 hours in a fixed-wing aircraft searching for all raptor nests within the study area. This year the team located 1,019 total raptor nests including 468 Ferruginous Hawk, 111 Red-tailed Hawk, and
- [Exciting News From The Field!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/exciting-news-from-the-field/) - Our TRC biologists just returned from a successful field stint helping start a new research project on Ferruginous Hawks. Spearheaded by Wyoming Game and Fish Department and Wyoming BLM, this new project is designed to fill in several critical data gaps for this at-risk species. Ferruginous Hawks are the largest hawk in North America and have
- [Rehab Clinic Golden Eagle Release!!!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/rehab-clinic-golden-eagle-release/) - On June 10th, the team at Teton Raptor Center celebrated a meaningful milest the release of a long-term patient, Golden Eagle GOEA 25-14. This eagle was admitted to our rehabilitation clinic on February 20, 2025, with head trauma and a fracture to the left metacarpal—a bone in the wing critical for flight. Treatment for this
- [Roger Smith Receives Lifetime Achievement Award](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/roger-smith-receives-lifetime-achievement-award/) - We are proud to share that Teton Raptor Center’s Co-Founder and Chief Mission Officer, Roger Smith, has been awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award for Raptor Conservation—a fitting tribute to more than four decades of unwavering dedication to wildlife and environmental education. The award was presented at the 1st Annual Jackson Hole Birding Festival, celebrating Roger’s
- [Important Baby Season Reminders](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/important-baby-season-reminders/) - With baby season in full swing, we wanted to take a moment to share some guidance on what to do if you come across a young raptor that’s not in its nest. Young raptors are naturally curious, and this curiosity can sometimes lead them into risky situations. Being on the ground makes them more vulnerable
- [Soaring Into A New Program Line-Up With Local Discounts](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/soaring-into-a-new-program-line-up-with-local-discounts/) - As summer approaches, Teton Raptor Center is planning to soar into a new set of engaging summer programs! Launching in June and running through September, these one-hour experiences provide a fascinating look into raptor ecology, migration, habitats, and survival adaptations. Each program features three to four live avian ambassadors and dynamic multimedia content. Celebrating our wonderful
- [Ferruginous Hawks Love Our Platforms!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/ferruginous-hawks-love-our-platforms/) - Last week, TRC's research crew visited Wyoming's sagebrush steppe ecosystem to assess Ferruginous Hawk nest occupancy. The trip was stunning, with wide-open landscapes and fast-paced nest monitoring. The team was very efficient; two teams of two researchers each monitored about 60 nests in just two days. While nest occupancy is down this year, there’s a
- [Cricket Is A Boy!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/cricket-is-a-boy/) - After receiving the results of Cricket's bloodwork, we are proud to announce that Cricket is a male! Throughout the past few weeks, the Education team has noticed Cricket exhibiting more male-like Burrowing Owl traits. One such characteristic is a thick, dark-colored neck band that is normally present in most male individuals of this species. Female
- [Guess Cricket's Gender!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/guess-crickets-gender/) - We’re getting ready to celebrate another avian ambassador milestone—Cricket the Burrowing Owl is turning one year old this July! At this age, Burrowing Owls typically reach sexual maturity, and our education team has started observing some fascinating breeding behaviors from Cricket—like hooting, resource dominance, and more. We recently collected a blood sample to confirm Cricket’s sex,
- [Kid Art Inspired by Gus the Golden Eagle](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/kid-art-inspired-by-gus-the-golden-eagle/) - As April comes to a close—and with it, Gus’ Hatch Day month—the TRC education team is excited to share some heartwarming kid-created art inspired by Gus! These wonderful pieces were made by students from the Jackson Hole Historical Society’s spring break camp. The K–5 campers recently read The Eagles Are Back by Jean Craighead George, a beautifully
- [Lead Toxicosis In Golden Eagles: The Story of Goea 11/1/24](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/lead-toxicosis-in-golden-eagles-the-story-of-goea-11-1-24/) - This Earth Day, we celebrate resilience, recovery, and second chances—like that of Golden Eagle 11.1.24, one of our most remarkable patients for the year. Found in Twin Falls, Idaho, the eagle arrived at Teton Raptor Center severely ataxic, unable to stand or open its talons. A lead test showed blood levels exceeding our diagnostic limits
- [Happy 20th Hatch Day Gus!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/happy-20th-hatch-day-gus/) - Gus has shown us many amazing behaviors over his 20 years as an Avian Ambassador. His most common behaviors include running around the roost's hallway, bathing, and delivering food or sticks to his trainers. These moments have been captured by our staff and volunteers during his time with us. We would love to share these
- [Gus's Origin Story](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/guss-origin-story/) - Join Roger Smith, Teton Raptor Center’s Founder and Chief Mission Officer, in the video below as he shares the incredible story of how Gus came into his care—and ultimately found a forever home at TRC. While Gus hasn’t spent all of his 20 years with us, he’s been a beloved ambassador since 2007. And throughout
- [Who is Gus?](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/who-is-gus/) - Gus, our resident male Golden Eagle, hatched in 2005. He was recovered from his nest by WY Game and Fish when a rancher noticed that he didn’t fledge at the same time as his sibling. Due to metabolic bone disease, Gus has a permanent impairment to his right wing and has never been able to fly. In
- [Springtime Signifies Our Search for Volunteers!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/springtime-signifies-our-search-for-volunteers/) - It’s that time of year again! As spring arrives, migrant birds are starting to arrive back in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Some of our resident raptors, like Great Horned Owls and Bald Eagles, are already incubating eggs. In fact, Research Field Biologist Adrian Rouse recently spotted a Bald Eagle that seemed to be incubating on an Osprey platform! For our
- [Research Team Presents at Wildlife Society Conference](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/research-team-presents-at-wildlife-society-conference/) - Earlier this month, our research team attended the joint Wyoming and Colorado Chapters of The Wildlife Society (TWS) conference. This conference is an amazing opportunity to learn about current research and management topics within the broader wildlife field, as well as make connections with fellow biologists and conservationists. Additionally, three people on our research team gave
- [UPCOMING AUCTION: Commissioner's Big Game Licenses](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/upcoming-auction-commissioners-big-game-licenses/) - Teton Raptor Center promotes the use of lead-free ammunition and fishing tackle through the Sporting Lead-Free initiative, which works to encourage conservation ethics in our sporting communities. By promoting education and voluntarily using lead-free products for hunting and fishing, we are helping curb lead poisoning in many wildlife species, like Golden Eagles. Our team has been working across the
- [Blood Biochemical Reference Intervals in Raptors](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/blood-biochemical-reference-intervals-in-raptors/) - In human medicine, routine blood panels are a cornerstone of diagnosing underlying health conditions. Yet, it wasn’t until the late 1960s that hematologic (blood) biochemical reference ranges for healthy humans were first established—before then, doctors faced significant challenges in detecting blood-related disorders. For raptors, the challenge persists. Reliable blood reference ranges remain scarce, limiting the
- [Small Owl Influx In The TRC Clinic](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/small-owl-influx-in-the-trc-clinic/) - One of the most remarkable aspects of Teton Raptor Center’s clinic is the incredible diversity of species we treat—between 20 and 25 raptor species each year. While Red-tailed Hawks and Great Horned Owls are frequent patients, we’ve recently seen a striking increase in admissions of less common small owls, particularly Northern Pygmy-Owls and Boreal Owls.
- [What To Know About HPAI (Avian Flu)](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/what-to-know-about-hpai-avian-flu/) - If you’ve noticed egg prices soaring at the grocery store, you’re not alone. The culprit? A surge in Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), or "bird flu," which is spreading rapidly across the U.S. This fast-spreading virus has devastated poultry farms, reducing egg supply and driving up costs. But beyond commercial flocks, another group of birds is
- [Lasting Impact](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/lasting-impact/) - Dear Friends, More than 20 years ago, kindergartner Sammy met Owly, Teton Raptor Center’s first Avian Ambassador, and declared, “One day, I’m going to work with a bird like that.” That dream became a reality as Sammy progressed from a young program participant to a volunteer, intern, and seasonal staff member—eventually working with Owly herself.
- [AmeriCorps Service in Action at TRC](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/americorps-service-in-action-at-trc/) - Each year, TRC welcomes an AmeriCorps member to our team from the Teton Science Schools Hub Site for a few months of dedicated service. This year, we're excited to welcome Nicole Fordree, who joined us on February 3rd and will contribute over 200 service hours through early May. Nicole will focus on our education pillar,
- [Deep Dive Into Raptor Ophthalmology](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/deep-dive-into-raptor-ophthalmology/) - This past summer, one of our Instagram videos went viral—a clip of a Great Horned Owl receiving eye drops during treatment. The video sparked a wave of curiosity, with many people asking, “Do birds really get eye drops?” The answer is yes! In fact, eye drops are a common and effective treatment for many of the
- [How Birds Brave the Winter](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/how-birds-brave-the-winter/) - Winter presents unique challenges for wildlife, and birds have evolved remarkable strategies to survive the harsh conditions. Here’s a closer look at how different species adapt to the season in Jackson Hole. Migratory BirdsMany birds migrate to escape winter’s rigors. Short-distance migrants like bluebirds and meadowlarks may start returning as early as March, while longer-distance
- [Meet Our Newest Rough-Legged Hawk Ambassador!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/meet-our-newest-rough-legged-hawk-ambassador/) - We’re excited to introduce a new member of our Avian Ambassador team: Tundra, a Rough-legged Hawk! This species gets its name from the distinctive feathers covering their legs, which help keep them warm in the cold northern climates they inhabit. Tundra came to TRC after being treated at North Sky Raptor Sanctuary in Michigan. He was
- [Another Year of Keeping Wild Birds Wild](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/another-year-of-keeping-wild-birds-wild/) - Teton Raptor Center soared to new heights in 2024, and a snapshot of our journey is captured in the infographic below packed with remarkable stats—from raptors rehabilitated to conservation milestones reached. But behind every number is a story, and the stories of resilience, inspiration, and impact are even more stunning than the stats. Take a
- [Soaring Into The New Year](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/soaring-into-the-new-year/) - The clock is ticking, but there’s still time to make a lasting impact for raptors this year. With your help, Teton Raptor Center can continue saving lives, advancing science, and inspiring conservation action. Here’s what your support makes possible:🦅 Expert care for injured and orphaned birds of prey.🌲 Vital research to protect raptor populations and habitats.🎓 Educational programs
- [Weekly Patient Update](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update/) - This week, our Rehabilitation Intern, Caroline, provides the latest updates on TRC's newest patient and others currently in our care. Learn about Great Horned Owl 12.16.24, a recent car strike victim suffering from head and ear trauma. Additionally, get an inside look at the recovery of a Golden Eagle that is recovering from lead toxicosis
- [TRC's Research Team Works to Restore Golden Eagle Nesting Habitat](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/trcs-research-team-works-to-restore-golden-eagle-nesting-habitat/) - Unlike much of their range, Golden Eagles in the Northwestern Great Plains are heavily reliant on trees for nesting. In eastern Wyoming, declining cottonwood habitat has significantly impacted the ability of eagles to nest in an area that once had the highest density of eagle nests in Wyoming. To mitigate habitat loss for Golden Eagles
- ['Tis The Season To Give Back To Our Community](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tis-the-season-to-give-back-to-our-community/) - ThiThis holiday season, Teton Raptor Center is embracing the joy of giving in heartfelt ways. For the first time, our staff and volunteers created a stunning avian-inspired woodlands Christmas tree for the Soroptimist of Jackson Hole Christmas Tree Festival. The tree was a standout, raising $6,500 to support initiatives for women and girls and earning
- [Gifts That Give Back—Our Favorite Things](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/gifts-that-give-back-our-favorite-things/) - This holiday season, make every gift count with our thoughtfully curated items from the Teton Raptor Center Nature Shop! Each purchase supports our mission to conserve birds of prey and their habitats. Whether you're shopping for a cozy winter essential, an inspiring book for a young nature lover, or something unique for the person who
- [How You Can Give Back To Our Avian Ambassadors!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/how-you-can-give-back-to-our-avian-ambassadors/) - This holiday season, there are meaningful ways you can support our avian ambassadors and the team that cares for them: Donate unused pet toys like Kongs, puzzle feeders, or crinkle toys to keep the birds mentally engaged and active as they spend more time indoors. Consider donating your Christmas tree at the end of the season to provide our
- [Flight Log](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/flight-log/) - The 16th issue of Flight Log has just arrived! Take a moment to explore the stories, discoveries, and remarkable birds that made 2024 another pivotal year in our mission to keep wild birds wild. Explore the latest Flight Log!
- [Weekly Patient Update – June 14th, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-june-14th-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – June 7th, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-june-7th-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – May 31st, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-may-31st-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – May 24th, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-may-24th-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – May 17th, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-may-17th-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – May 10th, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-may-10th-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – May 3rd, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-may-3rd-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – April 26th, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-april-26th-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – April 19th, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-april-19th-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – April 12th, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-april-12th-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – April 4th, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-april-4th-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – March 29th, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-march-29th-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Summer 2024 FREE Live Raptor Programs](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/summer-2024-free-live-raptor-programs/) - Attend one – or more! – of TRC’s Free Community Programs this Winter.
- [TRC... Teton Re-Nesting Center?](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/trc-teton-re-nesting-center/) - We know it's finally spring when our rehabilitation clinic hotline starts ringing off the hook with calls about nestling and fledgling birds. In just the past two weeks, we have admitted eight nestlings from four different species—Golden Eagle, Great Horned Owl, Swainson’s Hawk, and Common Raven. These young birds have come to us either displaced
- [Join the Soaring Society & Leave A Legacy](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/join-the-soaring-society-leave-a-legacy/) - Dear Friends of Teton Raptor Center, Since the early 1990s, our journey has taken flight from humble beginnings at the home of our founders, Roger Smith and Margaret Creel, nurturing injured, ill, and orphaned raptors back to health, to becoming a thriving organization dedicated to giving these majestic birds a second chance and innovating solutions
- [Spring Courting Behaviors in Avian Ambassadors](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/education-research-rehab-highlights/) - As spring arrives, our Avian Ambassadors are embracing the season with courting and nesting activities. Gus the Golden Eagle, a beloved figure among our staff and volunteers, is renowned for his annual courting rituals. Reflecting the behaviors of his wild counterparts, Gus engages in a range of courting behaviors such as vocalizing, presenting food, carrying
- [Wyoming Wildlife Society Conference](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/wyoming-wildlife-society-conference/) - Staff from Teton Raptor Center recently attended the Wyoming Chapter of The Wildlife Society's annual conference hosted this year in Cody, Wyoming. The week-long conference was an opportunity for biologists, game managers, and wildlife scientists working in Wyoming to share ideas and learn from each other's research. The TRC team presented both posters and talks
- [Volunteer Appreciation at Teton Raptor Center](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/volunteer-appreciation-at-teton-raptor-center/) - Happy National Volunteer Appreciation Week to all of our wonderful volunteers who support us in so many ways! Since 2010, our dedicated volunteers have contributed over 93,000 hours, providing compassionate care to our patients, supporting educational programs, and conducting vital research. From enhancing enclosures to assisting in clinic procedures and collecting field data, our volunteers play a crucial
- [We Met the Match](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/we-met-the-match/) - With your invaluable support and the generous matching opportunity provided by TRC supporter Don Lewis, we have not only met but surpassed the Poo-Poo Project Challenge Match! Just a few weeks ago, our goal was to increase sponsored screens to 500, spurred on by the 250-screen matching challenge. Today, we're thrilled to announce that, thanks to 122
- [Name Chosen for New Kestrel Ambassador](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/name-chosen-for-new-kestrel-ambassador/) - Watch as our American Kestrel ambassador picks his name from a naming bracket. These names were submitted by members of the public and all related to American Kestrels or his story in some way. In the Final Four, we have Cache, Killy, Roufus, and Slate. Which one will it be? Find out by watching the video reveal below.
- [Migration Season in the Roost](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/migration-season-in-the-roost/) - As migration season sweeps into the Roost, our avian ambassadors, from Gus the Golden Eagle to Sage the Ferruginous Hawk, feel the compelling pull of spring's call to journey. To assist our feathered friends in managing their instinctual migratory drive, we conduct daily exercises tailored to their needs. Whether it's guiding them from glove to
- [TRC's New Male Peregrine Falcon Picks His Name](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/trcs-new-male-peregrine-falcon-picks-his-name/) - March Madness is in full swing at Teton Raptor Center! Thanks to your wonderful suggestions, our staff was able to narrow down eight names for our new male Peregrine Falcon. He was able to pick the name that fit him best in a March Madness bracket style tournament. Watch the video below to find out
- [Weekly Patient Update – March 22nd, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-march-22nd-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Backyard Conservation](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/backyard-conservation/) - The focus of March's Winged Wednesday was "Backyard Conservation," where we highlighted ten simple ways for everyone to support raptor conservation efforts, along with explanations of how and why these actions matter. Birds all over the world need our help, including raptors here in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. While the list of "10 Ways to
- [Welcome Our New Interns and Americorps Member](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/welcome-our-new-interns-and-americorps-member/) - This month Teton Raptor Center welcomes two new interns! Caroline Cohen is our rehabilitation intern. She graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a B.S. in Wildlife Biology & Conservation. After spending a year in Ohio working at the Glen Helen Raptor Center, Caroline realized that working with raptors was the career path that
- [Help Us Name Our Two New Male Falcons](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/help-us-name-our-two-new-male-falcons/) - Join us in a quest to name our two newest feathered ambassadors, embodying the spirit of conservation and natural history in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem! First up is our vocal, adaptable, and curious male American Kestrel, the smallest falcon native to North America. Hatched in 2023, he's on the cusp of celebrating his first bird-day!
- [Blood Chemistry Samples to Help Rehab Patients](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/blood-chemistry-samples-to-help-rehab-patients/) - Teton Raptor Center's research team has been out in the field recently, collecting blood samples from wild raptors and corvids as part of a blood-chemistry project in collaboration with TRC's rehabilitation clinic and Teton Conservation District. Having information on the natural blood chemistry levels in wild raptors can help rehabilitators better understand patient condition and
- [IAATE Conference Presentation on Avian Influenza](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/iaate-conference-presentation-on-avian-influenza/) - TRC's Education Coordinator, Anna Tobin, recently delivered a compelling presentation at the International Association of Avian Trainers and Educators (IAATE) Conference in Eugene, Oregon. The conference brought together approximately 200 avian trainers and educators worldwide to delve into optimal welfare practices and impactful education programming. Anna's presentation, titled "HPAI Response & Resiliency," centered on TRC's
- [Love is in the Air: Poo-Poo Project Match](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/love-is-in-the-air-poo-poo-project-match/) - As we approach Valentine's Day, we have an extraordinary opportunity todouble the impact of the Poo-Poo Project through a generous matching donation! Imagine this: Every year, countless small cavity-nesting birds face a perilous fate in the depths of vault toilets. The venting pipe at the top of these campground and rest-stop toilets mimics the dead snags
- [Publication on Winter Golden Eagle Habitat](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/publication-on-winter-golden-eagle-habitat/) - TRC's research team is excited to announce our latest publication, Predicting the spatial distribution of golden eagles to inform full annual cycle conservation in western North America. This open-access research article describes how TRC researchers and partners used millions of GPS locations from tagged eagles to map the best winter and non-breeding habitats for eagles across
- [Ambassador Appreciation Night](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/ambassador-appreciation-night/) - On January 24th, Teton Raptor Center honored volunteers for donating 7,951 hours in 2023 to support raptor conservation. The celebration, with a Hollywood theme, took place at the newly renovated Moseley/Hardeman Barn. Upon arrival, attendees walked the red carpet, enjoyed dinner generously catered by Nora’s Fish Creek Inn, and were entertained by local celebrity improv
- [Remembering Manzana](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/remembering-manzana/) - "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched.They must be felt with the heart." -- Helen Keller Over the weekend we marked the poignant departure of one of our beloved avian ambassadors, Manzana the Barn Owl. As she gracefully embarked on her final flight, our hearts were filled
- [Weekly Patient Update – January 19th, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-january-19th-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Join Us for One of Our New Program Offerings](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/join-us-for-one-of-our-new-program-offerings/) - Join us this winter and spring for exciting NEW on-site programs at Teton Raptor Center. In addition to our Avian Experiences, we are now offering three new program options: Behind the Scenes: Have you ever wondered how we train the birds? Or are you interested in seeing them get exercise and enrichment? This program takes
- [Weekly Patient Update – January 12th, 2024](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-january-12th-2024/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from TRC's Avian Care Team. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Free "Winged Wednesdays" Launch](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/free-winged-wednesdays-launch/) - Join us for the kickoff of our FREE monthly educational program in 2024, Winged Wednesdays, held at TRC's beautifully restored Moseley/Hardeman Barn. Expert presentations cover a variety of avian topics, followed by hands-on learning in our new Learning Lab. Each session explores different themes, from our research projects to avian rehabilitation, backyard conservation, migration, and raptor identification. Tailored
- [Happy Holidays from Teton Raptor Center](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/happy-holidays-from-teton-raptor-center/) - Greetings from the heart of Teton Raptor Center! Our staff, board, and birds extend warm wishes to you. Your unwavering support has fueled a remarkable journey for our organization throughout this transformative year. In reflection, we are deeply moved by the spirit of volunteerism, boundless generosity, and the goodwill emanating from our incredible supporters. Your
- [December Accipiter Releases](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/december-accipiter-releases/) - In early December, we released an American Goshawk, which had collided with a window here in Jackson, WY, back to the wild. Notably, this release signifies the first time in six years that an American Goshawk has returned to the wild from the Teton Raptor Center (TRC). Goshawks, along with their fellow Accipiters, are skilled
- [How Raptors Stay Warm in the Winter](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/how-raptors-stay-warm-in-the-winter/) - Winter's chill has settled in, prompting us to bundle up, and it's fascinating to observe how wildlife adapts to the cold. While some raptors embark on migratory journeys to warmer destinations, others stay put, equipped with remarkable adaptations for winter survival. When you spot a bird perched with puffed-up feathers, it's employing its built-in down
- [Introducing RaptorMapper: A Tool to Identify and Calculate Key Habitat](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/introducing-raptormapper-a-tool-to-identify-and-calculate-key-habitat/) - We are excited to announce the launch of RaptorMapper, a free online tool created to inform development in Wyoming for the protection of Golden Eagle habitat. RaptorMapper maps important habitats and calculates the conservation values of land parcels for Golden Eagles across Wyoming. Wyoming is a key area for nesting Golden Eagles in the West and also
- [RaptorMapper Identifies and Calculates Key Habitats for Golden Eagles in Wyoming](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptormapper-identifies-and-calculates-key-habitats-for-golden-eagles-in-wyoming/) - Free, online decision support tool provides guidance for developers, biologists, conservationists and landowners Wilson, WY - November 29, 2023 –While Bald Eagles are one of the best conservation success stories in the U.S., Golden Eagle populations continue to struggle in the West. Increasing wind energy development, lead poisoning, habitat loss, declining prey populations and other
- [Top 5 Ways to Support the Birds on Giving Tuesday](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/top-5-ways-to-support-the-birds-on-giving-tuesday/) - Volunteer Offer your time and talent to directly impact raptor conservation by supporting our work in the field, in the clinic, or in the classroom. Shop Shop with a purpose and support the birds with a purchase in our Nature Shop, filled with raptor-inspired gifts for everyone on your list. Share Share our mission, stories,
- [Weekly Patient Update –November 24th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-november-24th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update –November 17th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-november-17th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [TRC’s Holiday Gift Guide: Shop with Purpose, Support with Love](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/trcs-holiday-gift-guide-shop-with-purpose-support-with-love/) - This holiday season, make your shopping matter—choose gifts that give back, and share the love for raptors. Every purchase from TRC's Nature Shop supports our mission, and we’ve got something for everyone on your list! Shop now to take advantage of our Black Friday sale, running through the end of November! Grab any of these
- [Flight Log 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/flight-log-2023/) - Flight Log 2023: TRC's annual newsletter announces the completion of site improvements, the launch of RaptorMapper, updates on Avian Ambassadors, education program expansions for 2024, and the ongoing Poo-Poo Project.
- [Weekly Patient Update –November 10th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-november-10th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Migration Season in the Big Belts](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/migration-season-in-the-big-belts/) - We have just wrapped up our 6th year in the Big Belt Mountains of Montana monitoring and studying Golden Eagle migrations. The location of our research site allows us to count and trap raptors that are heading south into Wyoming, so we can collect data on eagles that winter in Wyoming or pass through the
- [5 Unique Species Release in One Week](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/5-unique-species-release-in-one-week/) - The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem is home to a diverse collection of raptor species. This is apparent in our rehabilitation clinic, where we treat everything from tiny Northern Saw-whet Owls to majestic Bald Eagles. Our team recently released five different species in one week! All five species were admitted due to collision incidents, which are the
- [Weekly Patient Update –November 3rd, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-november-3rd-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Who's There? A Ghost!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/whos-there-a-ghost/) - Just imagine – you are hiking across a field at night with a full moon at your back when you hear a piercing scream in the distance. As your heart rate elevates, you look around and see a white figure, shining bright against the nighttime sky, hovering in the distance. If you listen closely, you
- [Weekly Patient Update –October 27th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-october-27th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update –October 20th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-october-20th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update –October 13th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-october-13th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update –October 6th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-october-6th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Happy Owloween!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/happy-owloween/) - Happy Owloween! With Halloween almost upon us, we invite you to participate in a raptor-themed costume contest. The winner of the contest will receive a $20 gift card to TRC's Nature Shop, which can be used in person or online. Show off your creativity while you dress up as your favorite raptor, and remember to
- [Celebrating the Inspiring Life of Owly, 2002-2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/celebrating-the-inspiring-life-of-owly-2002-2023/) - It is with sadness and inspiration that we share with you that on October 10th, at 21 years old, Owly, TRC’s matriarch Great Horned Owl, was humanely euthanized due to concerns over her quality of life. TRC staff and volunteers, her lifelong caretakers, bid Owly farewell and celebrated her life by sharing memories, poems, photos,
- [TRC Discovers a New Raptor Breeding in Wyoming](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/trc-discovers-a-new-raptor-breeding-in-wyoming/) - It’s not every day that a new raptor species is found breeding in Wyoming. However, TRC’s research team made such a rare discovery late this summer when it documented a pair of Barred Owls nesting in Grand Teton National Park. This is the first known instance of the species breeding in Wyoming. Research technician Adrian
- [Raptor Blood Chemistry Study Takes Flight](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptor-blood-chemistry-study-takes-flight/) - Teton Raptor Center uses an Abaxis blood chemistry analyzer to diagnose and treat raptor patients. Using a small blood sample from a patient, our team can now measure various blood chemistry metrics such as sodium, albumin, and uric acid. Just like your doctor can use your blood chemistry results to diagnose illnesses, these metrics can
- [Weekly Patient Update – September 22nd, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-september-22nd-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – September 29th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-september-29th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Window Safety & Sparkling Views: A Winning Combination](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/window-safety-sparkling-views-a-winning-combination/) - One of the most frequently asked questions we get at Teton Raptor Center is "What do you recommend for preventing birds from flying into my windows?" Well, with the completion of the Hardeman Barn restoration, we now have windows adorned with bird-safe markers to showcase our top recommendation! These unassuming markers play a vital role
- [Aura the Turkey Vulture](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/aura-the-turkey-vulture/) - Our first vulture ambassador has a name! Aura was named in reference to the scientific name for Turkey Vultures, “Cathartes aura,” through a community naming contest. “Cathartes aura” roughly translates to “cleansing breeze” which refers to their important roles as scavengers. Through scavenging on carcasses, vultures help reduce the spread of disease and the smell
- [Weekly Patient Update – September 15th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-september-15th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Rally and Run for the Birds](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/rally-and-run-for-the-birds/) - We've rallied and we ran...now the only thing left is to GIVE. Last Thursday, TRC's staff, board, and volunteers raised spirits to raise funds during our 4th annual "Raptor Rally" along Highway 22 in front of Teton Raptor Center. We gathered in costume with signs and a huge amount of community spirit to make the morning
- [Weekly Patient Update – September 8th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-september-8th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Help Us Name Our New Turkey Vulture](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/help-us-name-our-new-turkey-vulture/) - We are thrilled to introduce our newest Avian Ambassador, a female Turkey Vulture! This unique bird was admitted into the rehabilitation program at Raptor Rehab of Kentucky, Inc. near Louisville, KY, in July of 2022. At that time she was only a a few weeks old and had previously been brought into a rural animal
- [Weekly Patient Update – September 1st, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-september-1st-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – August 25th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-august-25th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Slow Down for Ospreys](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/slow-down-for-ospreys/) - Late August and early September is the time to yield for Ospreys. Not only do the parents nest near busy roads but the young fledge and build their strength with low flights to and from the nest across the road. Last week the rehab team admitted three fledgling Ospreys. Two were rescued off the road
- [Wild Women of Wildlife Features TRC's Katherine Gura](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/wild-women-of-wildlife-features-trcs-katherine-gura/) - Teton Raptor Center’s very own Associate Research Director, Dr. Katherine Gura, was recently featured in the Wild Women of Wildlife film series. The movies feature women who study, advocate for, and manage wildlife in Jackson. Produced for the Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation’s Being Wild Jackson Hole initiative, the films celebrate and encourage environmental stewardship, both by local
- [Weekly Patient Update – August 18th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-august-18th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – August 11th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-august-11th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Rehabilitation by the Numbers](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/rehabilitation-by-the-numbers/)
- [Volunteers Make a Difference](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/volunteers-make-a-difference/) - During the first week of July, Teton Raptor Center was fortunate enough to host a JET (Job Experience Training) Intern through our partnership with City Kids. Esther was assigned to us for her interest in working with wildlife or animals. She shadowed our staff in the clinic and in the Roost to provide husbandry to our
- [Weekly Patient Update – August 4th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-august-4th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – July 28th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-july-28th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [TRC Welcomes New Avian Ambassador "Sage"](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/trc-welcomes-new-avian-ambassador-sage/) - We are thrilled to announce the newest addition to the Avian Ambassador team, Sage the Ferruginous Hawk! Sage hatched in the wild in Wyoming in 2020 and then was raised as a falconry bird in Michigan. When the time came for the falconer to find a new home for Sage, she reached out to TRC.
- [Research Team Travels to Thunder Basin](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/research-team-travels-to-thunder-basin/) - For years, our Research Team has been working in northeastern Wyoming to understand and conserve raptors like Ferruginous Hawks and Golden Eagles. We are: Investigating how raptor nesting trends are connected to prey populations following a widespread plague outbreak in prairie dogs Assessing how effective nest protections are for safeguarding raptors Experimenting to see if we
- [Weekly Patient Update – July 21st, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-july-21st-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation here. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Swainson's Hawk 5.15.23 Flies Back to the Wild](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/swainsons-hawk-5-15-23-flies-back-to-the-wild/) - In May, TRC admitted an injured adult Swainson's hawk that was most likely struck by a vehicle. The bird came in with mild head trauma but no other issues and was swiftly moved from the ICU (intensive care unit) to the PCU (patient care unit) after only a couple of days. PCU enclosures are equipped
- [Weekly Patient Update – July 14th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-july-14th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Preserving Biodiversity in Native Plant Garden](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/preserving-biodiversity-in-native-plant-garden/) - On June 26, after dodging an uncharacteristically late frost, staff and volunteers installed a variety of native plants in the flowerbeds surrounding our Headquarters and Conservation Barn buildings. This native plant garden was made possible by a generous grant from the Teton Conservation District. Phoebe Coburn, TRC board member and Wilson native, spent countless volunteer
- [Great Gray Owl Fledging Season](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/great-gray-owl-fledging-season/) - The research team is excited to share that this is one of the best nesting seasons for Great Gray Owls in our study area in recent years! All of the difficult early season work of trekking through deep snow to deploy ARUs (Autonomous Recording Units) has paid off, as we are currently monitoring 13 active
- [Weekly Patient Update – July 7th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-july-7th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – June 30th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-june-23rd-2023-3/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – June 23rd, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-june-23rd-2023-2/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Amanda, TRC’s Avian Care Technician. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – June 16th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-june-16th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Barn Doors Open!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/barn-doors-open/) - Coincident with the summer solstice, Teton Raptor Center officially opened the doors to the beautifully renovated historic Moseley/Hardeman Barn, as the venue for our year-round conservation programming. The barn was originally owned by aviator Major C.C. Moseley and was built between 1940-1942 by Wesley Bircher. The windproof Gothic-arch structure is an icon of Wilson. Between
- [Weekly Patient Update – June 23rd, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-june-23rd-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Bald Eagle Returns to the Wilds](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/bald-eagle-returns-to-the-wilds/) - On February 4th, 2023 Teton Raptor Center admitted an adult bald eagle from Idaho. The bird (likely a female) had been shot and consequently suffered a fractured metacarpus. This bone is at the very end of the wing and is crucial for flight. She was quickly rushed to surgery at Jackson Animal Hospital and a
- [It's Fledgling Season](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/its-fledgling-season/) - May through June is the fledgling season for Great Horned Owls in Wyoming. Young birds begin to leave the nest, a.k.a. fledge, during this time. They typically cannot fully fly when they first leave the nest, and often explore the area directly surrounding their nest. They have an amazing ability to climb trees using their
- [TRC Welcomes News Barn Owl Ambassador](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/trc-welcomes-news-barn-owl-ambassador/) - Please join us in welcoming our newest avian ambassador, Cosmo! Cosmo joined our team from a conservation breeding program at the World Bird Sanctuary in St. Louis, Missouri. He was hatched to be an education ambassador for his species. We named him Cosmo, short for the word Cosmopolitan, because Barn Owls can be found on every
- [Timely Recovery for Injured Bald Eagle](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/timely-recovery-for-injured-bald-eagle/) - On May 1st, 2023 , Teton Raptor Center received a call about an injured Bald Eagle at a private ranch along the Snake River in the Hoback Canyon. The eagle was observed in an aerial interaction with larger Bald Eagle. The smaller of the two eagles (likely the male, since females are larger) had crashed
- [Weekly Patient Update – June 9th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-june-9th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram! Click here: https://youtu.be/LUksWwaG8ko
- [Weekly Patient Update – June 2nd, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-june-2nd-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Celebrating Dr. Katherine Gura](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/celebrating-dr-katherine-gura/) - Dr. Katherine Gura holds a Great Gray Owl as part of her research. Photo Credit: TRC Staff. We are SO excited to share a momentous occasion for one of our team members! Join us in celebrating Dr. Katherine Gura, who has successfully defended her PhD dissertation at the University of Wyoming’s Ecology Program! Having worked
- [Avian Ambassador Enrichment](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/avian-ambassador-enrichment/) - Our team would like to take you behind the scenes to see what happens in the Roost with our Avian Ambassadors. Every day the avian ambassadors receive essential care for their needs and welfare, and one way that we ensure the highest level of welfare is through choice-based training and enrichment. Choice-based training is based
- [Weekly Patient Update – May 26th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-may-26th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – May 19th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-may-19th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – May 12th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-may-12th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – May 5th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-may-5th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – April 28th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-april-28th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Six Years of Data from Tagged Rough-Legged Hawk](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/six-years-of-data-from-tagged-rough-legged-hawk/) - Above: A Rough-legged Hawk given a GPS transmitter by the TRC research team in 2017 has embarked on its 6th spring migration. Photo by The Rough-legged Hawk Project. Spring migration is underway! As the snow (finally) starts to melt, you may be noticing the return of birds that mark the beginning of spring in the
- [Preparing for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/preparing-for-highly-pathogenic-avian-influenza/) - Above: TRC's Avian Ambassador Owly, a 22-year-old Great Horned Owl. Great Horned Owls are among the most common raptors that have died from HPAI. Photo Credit: Cecil Holmes As wild birds make their way back from migration, the concern over the spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), a deadly virus, becomes top of mind
- [Weekly Patient Update – April 21st, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-april-21st-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – April 14th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-april-14th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – April 7th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-april-4th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – March 31st, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-march-31st-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – March 24th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-march-24th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Research Team Studying Impact of Snow Conditions on Great Gray Owls](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/research-team-studying-impact-of-snow-conditions-on-great-gray-owls/) - Above: Snow crust thickness (L) may impact Great Gray Owl foraging (owl snow print R). Photo Credit: TRC Staff Although most of TRC’s field research involves observing birds in the wild, one day a month during the winter the entire team heads into the field to measure snow. One of our goals is to understand
- [Help Programs Soar Into the Hardeman Barn](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/help-programs-soar-into-the-hardeman-barn/) - Above: Interior of the newly renovated Moseley/Hardeman Barn. Photo Credit: Steve Poole In 2017, Teton Raptor Center launched a capital campaign to secure our home and fund major improvements to our campus, transforming it into a center for world-class raptor conservation. Thanks to the generosity and support of those who have contributed to our capital
- [Bird Health Awareness Week](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/bird-health-awareness-week/) - Above: Raptors that eat waterfowl, such as Peregrine Falcons, are susceptible to HPAI. Photo Credit: Bill Harris It’s Bird Health Awareness Week! Did you know that highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is deadly to raptors and domestic poultry? You can help prevent the spread with a few simple measures: Report sick, dying, or groups of dead
- [Weekly Patient Update – March 17th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-march-17th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – March 10th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-march-10th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – March 3rd, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-march-3rd-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Research Team Assists Park Service with Sage-Grouse Surveys](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/research-team-assists-park-service-with-sage-grouse-surveys/) - Above: Tracks (L) and wing prints (R) indicate the presence of Greater Sage-Grouse (Center). Photo Credit: TRC Staff Did you know? TRC's research department doesn't just collect data on raptors! Our Conservation Director, Bryan, has been leading and helping with multiple studies on Greater Sage-Grouse across western Wyoming since 2007. For the past six years,
- [Weekly Patient Update – February 24th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-february-24th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – February 17th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-february-17th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Love is in the Air: Raptor Breeding Season Begins](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/love-is-in-the-air-raptor-breeding-season-begins/) - Above: A Bald Eagle carrying nesting material. Photo Credit: Sue Ernisse While many raptor species found in the Jackson Hole region have not yet returned from their wintering grounds, some species, like Bald Eagles and Great Horned Owls, have already started their breeding seasons! Bald Eagles are thought to mate for life and are known
- [Weekly Patient Update – February 10th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-february-10th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Identifying Great Gray Owls Using Territorial Calls](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/identifying-great-gray-owls-using-territorial-calls/) - Our research team has been deploying autonomous recording units (ARUs) since 2016 to detect Great Gray Owls across breeding territories in the Jackson Hole Valley. Recently we began looking at the potential to use territorial calls of Great Gray Owls to identify unique individuals. We used data from 26 ARUs deployed from 2019-2022 across 14
- [A Tribute to Taiga: TRC's Great Gray Owl Touched All the Pillars of Our Mission](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/a-tribute-to-taiga-trcs-great-gray-owl-touched-all-the-pillars-of-our-mission/) - On June 17, 2016, TRC’s research team returned to the field to check in on a Great Gray Owl nest they’d been monitoring as part of an ongoing research project on the species. Four great gray chicks were growing fast at the top of a broken off snag. The parents had been feeding them around
- [Weekly Patient Update – February 3rd, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-february-3rd-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Associate Avian Care Director. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – January 27th , 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-january-27th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Tracking Nomadic Short-Eared Owls](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tracking-nomadic-short-eared-owls/) - In 2020, our research team began the first-ever tracking study of Short-eared Owls in Wyoming. This was the second owl captured for the study and she had a successful nest in western Wyoming. As a nomadic species, Short-eared Owls will change breeding sites between years. One owl we tagged bred in Wyoming and then in
- [Weekly Patient Update – January 20th , 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-january-20th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [TRC Celebrates Ambassadors](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/trc-celebrates-ambassadors/) - On Tuesday, January 10th, Teton Raptor Center staff, board members, and volunteers gathered locally at Nora’s Fish Creek Inn for our annual Ambassador Appreciation Night. This was the first in-person celebration since 2019 and it was a fun-filled evening for everyone! Ambassador Appreciation Night is our way to thank all of our volunteers for their
- [TRC Trained by Avian Behavior Specialist](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/trc-trained-by-avian-behavior-specialist/) - In early December, Teton Raptor Center received a grant to support an inspiring and in-depth professional development opportunity with Hillary Hankey from Avian Behavior International. She led a 5-day, onsite workshop for TRC's Avian Care Team to evaluate the Avian Ambassadors, create long-term training plans, assess abilities, and teach the team about the most up-to-date
- [2022 Year in Review](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/2022-year-in-review/) - Thanks to our staff, volunteers, partners, and supporters we were able to deliver an incredible year of inspiring educational programs, important research and vital rehabilitation for injured raptors. Thank you for the part you played in keeping wild birds wild in 2022.
- [Weekly Patient Update – January 13th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-january-13th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – January 6th, 2023](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-january-6th-2023/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – December 30th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-december-30th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – December 23rd, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-december-23rd-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – December 16th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-december-16th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Weekly Patient Update – December 9th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-december-9th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Thank You for Your Service, Beatrix](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/thank-you-for-your-service-beatrix/) - It is with heavy hearts that we inform you of the loss of our beloved female American Kestrel. Beatrix was a senior member of the Avian Ambassador team and a beloved teammate. At noon on Tuesday, November 29, 2022, after a normal start to the day and no indication of distress, Beatrix was found sternal under her pedestal.
- [Weekly Patient Update – December 2nd, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-december-2nd-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – November 18th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-november-18th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!
- [Golden Eagle Prepares for Life in the Wild Through Falconer](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/golden-eagle-prepares-for-life-in-the-wild-through-falconer/) - Golden Eagle 8.6.22 was admitted to TRC's rehabilitation clinic after being found on the ground unable to fly away and in poor condition. The young eagle (roughly four-months-old) received supportive care to improve her health before eventually being introduced to the flight barn. When it became time for the young bird to begin flight conditioning,
- [Extreme Makeover: Roost Edition](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/extreme-makeover-roost-edition/) - Extreme makeover continues within the Roost, the home of our Resident Raptors, with a redesign of Carson the Peregrine Falcon's enclosure. All hands were on deck as staff members, long-term volunteer Robert Oehman, board member Stew Harvey, and one of our founders Roger Smith all came together to create a better-fitting environment for our newest,
- [Over 100 Golden Eagles Banded This Fall](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/over-100-golden-eagles-banded-this-fall/) - The research team recently completed their fifth season of fall raptor migration monitoring in the Big Belt Mountains of Montana in collaboration with the Raptor View Research Institute. This project is focused on monitoring Golden Eagles during the fall migration period as part of a long-term effort to identify their key migration corridors to the
- [Happy Owl-o-ween!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/happy-owl-o-ween/) - Spooky season has arrived at Teton Raptor Center and staff and volunteers came together to celebrate by carving pumpkins that were given to the raptors for enrichment. Some of the pumpkins were donated from the Fall Fest, in which Beatrix and Manzana went with staff to teach trick-or-treaters all about raptors. Prepping enrichment can be
- [Weekly Patient Update – November 11th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-november-11th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – November 4th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-november-4th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – October 28th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-october-28th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Swainson's Hawks Soar South](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/swainsons-hawks-soar-south/) - Have you ever wished you could spend your summer in the Tetons and then head down to South America for the fall and winter? If you answered yes, you might wish you were a Swainson’s Hawk. These migratory birds travel distances over 12,000 miles roundtrip during their migration. Having these unique birds in the area is
- [Weekly Patient Update – October 21st, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-october-21st-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [SIPS Soar to Top of Barn](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/sips-soar-to-top-of-barn/) - Last spring we opened the doors to our new employee housing units and the headquarters building, since then the focus of our site improvement project has turned to the areas for indoor and outdoor educational experiences, the Solar Pavilion and the historic Moseley/Hardeman Barn. Throughout the summer we've accomplished a great deal in an effort
- [Collaboration for Conservation](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/collaboration-for-conservation/) - It takes a village to achieve the best results for healthy and thriving raptor populations. We are honored to work with so many impactful nonprofit and business partners to help birds of prey. The solar-powered road sign, pictured above, is an example of one collaborative effort in conjunction with the Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation to alert
- [Weekly Patient Update – October 14th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-october-14th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – September 30th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-september-30th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – October 7th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-october-7th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Manzana's New Nest Box](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/manzanas-new-nest-box/) - Manzana, our Barn Owl Avian Ambassador, has a new addition to her enclosure in the form of a nest box made by Robert, one of Teton Raptor Center's dedicated volunteers. This incredible addition to her enclosure is part of ongoing efforts to create more enriching environments for all of the avian ambassadors. Many of our
- [Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Returns to Wyoming](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/highly-pathogenic-avian-influenza-returns-to-wyoming/) - Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has returned to the state of Wyoming. This virus is fatal to birds and there is no cure. In humans, however, symptoms are similar to traditional flu. The virus is spread in a similar fashion to COVID-19 except for one additional mode of transmission through surface contact. In an effort
- [Weekly Patient Update – September 23rd, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-september-23rd-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – September 16th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-september-16th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – September 9th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-september-9th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – September 2nd, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-september-2nd-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – August 26th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-august-26th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – August 19th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-august-19th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – August 12th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-august-12th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – August 5th, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-august-5th-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – July 29, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-july-29-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – July 22, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-july-22-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – July 8, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-july-8-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – July 15, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-july-15-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. To help wild birds wild, you can make a donation online.
- [Weekly Patient Update – July 1, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-july-1-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. Patients featured in this week’s update include: Common Raven 6.14Red-Tailed Hawk 6.10Great Horned Owl 5.28Bald Eagle 2.10Golden Eagle 2.9 - Released!
- [Weekly Patient Update – June 24, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-june-24-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. Patients featured in this week’s update include: Red-Tailed Hawk 2.21 – Released!American Kestrel 6.13Common Raven 6.14Red-Tailed Hawk 6.10Great Horned Owl 5.28Bald Eagle 2.10Golden Eagle 2.9
- [Weekly Patient Update – June 17, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-june-17-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. Patients featured in this week’s update include: Common Raven – New patientAmerican Kestrel 6.13 – New patientRed-Tailed Hawk 6.10 – New patientGreat Horned Owl 5.28Red-Tailed Hawk 2.21Bald Eagle 2.10Golden Eagle 2.9
- [Weekly Patient Update – June 10, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-june-10-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. Patients featured in this week’s update include: Swainson’s Hawk 4.25 – Released!Great Horned Owl 5.28Red-Tailed Hawk 2.21Bald Eagle 2.10Golden Eagle 2.9
- [Weekly Patient Update – June 3, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-june-3-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. Patients featured in this week’s update include: Red-Tailed Hawk 2.10 – Released!Bald Eagle 6.1 – Our newest patientGreat Horned Owl 5.28Swainson’s Hawk 4.25Red-Tailed Hawk 2.21Bald Eagle 2.10Golden Eagle 2.9Great Horned Owl 11.12
- [Weekly Patient Update – May 27, 2022](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/weekly-patient-update-may-27-2022/) - Get the latest updates on the patients currently in our care from Sheena, TRC’s Avian Care Clinic Coordinator. Patients featured in this week’s update include: Swainson’s Hawk 4.25Great Horned Owl 3.28Red-Tailed Hawk 2.21Red-Tailed Hawk 2.10Bald Eagle 2.10Golden Eagle 2.9Great Horned Owl 11.12
- [Teton Raptor Center Opens Workforce Housing Units](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/teton-raptor-center-opens-workforce-housing-units/) - Onsite Housing Provides Opportunities for the Next Generation of Avian Conservationists Wilson, Wyoming – Two Teton Raptor Center employees recently moved into Teton Raptor Center’s newly constructed employee housing units at their campus at the Hardeman Barns and Meadows property in Wilson, WY. As part of Teton Raptor Center’s site improvement work to create a
- [Owly, Teton Raptor Center’s Resident Great Horned Owl Turns 20 Years Old](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/owly-teton-raptor-centers-resident-great-horned-owl-turns-20-years-old/) - Organization to celebrate two decades of a beloved raptor with immense impact on raptor conservation Jackson, Wyo. – February 17, 2022 -- Owly, Teton Raptor Center's resident Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus) and matriarch of its Avian Ambassadors, turns 20 years old this year! Owly hatched in the wild, so her exact hatch-day in 2002
- [Flight Log Fall 2020](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/flight-log-fall-2020/) - Highlights from this edition of TRC’s annual newsletter and impact report include: A 30-year-old bald eagle’s window strike recovery story A report on our education team’s adaptations during the pandemic Graduate-level research projects supported by TRC And much more! Read the Fall 2020 Flight Log
- [Flight Log Fall 2021](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/flight-log-fall-2021/) - Highlights from this edition of TRC’s annual newsletter and impact report include: Two Golden Eagles successful following release Site Improvements: Flight barn and bird care facilities complete Poo-Poo Project continues to expand And much more! Read the Fall 2021 Flight Log
- [Celebrating Owly’s 20th Hatch Day](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/celebrating-owlys-20th-hatch-day/) - Owly, Teton Raptor Center's resident Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus) and matriarch of its Avian Ambassadors, turns 20 years old this year!
- [Ancient Murrelet Blown Off Course, Found in Jackson Hole](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/ancient-murrelet-blown-off-course-found-in-jackson-hole/) - The winter storm that arrived just in time for the holidays, also brought with it the arrival of a lone avian species not usually found in the Rocky Mountains. Local Kelly, Wyoming resident and Teton Raptor Center (TRC) volunteer, Jackie Potter was surprised to find an unusual looking bird in her driveway on December 27,
- [First Corvid Patient Officially Admitted to Rehabilitation Clinic](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/first-corvid-patient-officially-admitted-to-rehabilitation-clinic/) - On the evening of January 11th, a couple from Afton, WY pulled up to Teton Raptor Center (TRC) with an injured Common Raven that they had rescued from the intersection of Hwy 26, Pearl Street, and Flat Creek Drive in Jackson. Heading home during rush-hour traffic, Deba and Jim Ridge came across the injured raven.
- [Band Tells Story of Rough-Legged Hawk](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/band-tells-story-of-rough-legged-hawk/) - Whenever a bird is released back into the wild following rehabilitation at Teton Raptor Center, it is outfitted with a USGS metal leg band featuring a unique number. This number is entered into an international database so that if the bird is ever found again, its origins can be traced back to where it was
- [Golden Eagle Treated for Lead Ingestion](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/golden-eagle-treated-for-lead-ingestion/) - Golden Eagle 2.9.22 was rescued and transported by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department through the Raptor Rescue Network, after being hit by a vehicle near Evanston, WY. The bird was X-rayed upon arriving at Teton Raptor Center and staff noticed a fractured coracoid in the left wing. This is a bone found around the
- [Recent Red-Tailed Hawk Release](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/recent-red-tailed-hawk-release/) - Red-tailed Hawk 1.16.22 was recently released in Idaho after being treated at Teton Raptor Center for only a few weeks. The bird was found on the highway after being struck by a car near Shelley, Idaho. It was initially brought to the Idaho Falls Veterinary Emergency Clinic and was transferred to Teton Raptor Center, where
- [Soaring Society](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/soaring-society/) - Dear Friends of Teton Raptor Center, As we celebrate the essence of spring and your dedication to raptor conservation, our journey to protect wild birds through education, research, and rehabilitation continues. Raptors, as vital indicators of ecosystem health, link us to diverse communities, cultures, and continents. They inspire awe, wonder, and admiration. In this spirit,
- [Raptor Enthusiasts Monitor Osprey](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptor-enthusiasts-monitor-osprey/) - Since 2018, Teton Raptor Center has been monitoring Osprey nesting activity in Jackson Hole with the invaluable help of citizen scientists. In 2019, we introduced "goose excluder" platforms to deter Canada Geese from nesting on platforms meant for Ospreys and to provide more nesting structures these piscivorous raptors. Today, our dedicated team of volunteers monitor 79
- [TRC's Research Team Spreads Their Wings Across Wyoming](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/trcs-research-team-spreads-their-wings-across-wyoming/) - Teton Raptor Center’s Research Team had a busy spring of aerial surveying throughout the state of Wyoming. Senior Field Technician Adrian Rouse flew over 80 hours to conduct raptor nest surveys from a fixed-wing aircraft. Often flying as low as 200 feet from the ground and pushing the limits of the craft’s abilities at speeds
- [Gunshot Cases at Teton Raptor Center](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/gunshot-cases-at-teton-raptor-center/) - This year, Teton Raptor Center has admitted eight patients to our rehabilitation clinic that were victims of gunshot wounds. Unfortunately, this is not uncommon for us. Among these eight birds, six were adult hawks, one was a baby Great Horned Owl too young to fly or leave the nest, and one was an adult American
- [A Sense of Place - The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/a-sense-of-place-the-greater-yellowstone-ecosystem/) - The Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) stands as one of the few remaining intact temperate-zone ecosystems on our planet. Designated as a World Heritage Site, it holds immense global significance. Encompassing parts of three states, it includes Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, surrounded by six National Forests, three National Wildlife Refuges, tribal lands, and a
- [Great Horned Owl Chick Re-Nesting Success](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/great-horned-owl-chick-re-nesting-success/) - This summer has been busy at our rehabilitation clinic, with numerous injured, ill, and orphaned raptors and corvids arriving from across Wyoming and Idaho for medical treatment and care. One story, in particular, has deeply touched our hearts, and we are excited to share it with you. Early this summer, we received several orphaned Great
- [A World-Class Home for Raptor Conservation](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/a-world-class-home-for-raptor-conservation/) - As we reach the midpoint of July, we also celebrate a year of welcoming students of all ages and guests from around the world to the beautifully restored Moseley/Hardeman Barn. Over the past year, we've hosted 282 programs in the barn, sharing the wonders of raptors with 6,828 participants in this inspiring space. It's a
- [New Collaborations and Project Takes Flight!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/new-collaborations-and-project-takes-flight/) - This summer, we have expanded our collaborations and projects on Golden Eagles in Wyoming. Building on the long-term eagle project in the Bighorn Basin initiated by TRC Research Associate Dr. Chuck Preston, we have launched an exciting new partnership with Dr. Ellen Aikens at the University of Wyoming to explore lifetime learning in Golden Eagles.
- [Learn about Great Gray Owls with TRC Research Associate Katherine Gura](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/learn-about-great-gray-owls-with-trc-research-associate-katherine-gura/) - On August 1st, head to the AMK research station in Grand Teton National Park for the Harlow Summer Seminar Series, featuring TRC Research Associate Dr. Katherine Gura! A BBQ dinner begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by Katherine’s presentation on how changing snow conditions affect movements and nesting of Great Gray Owls in the GYE. Learn
- [Social Media Glow-Up: Summer Edition](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/social-media-glow-up-summer-edition/) - For those who follow us on social media, you may have noticed a fresh and exciting energy in our posts recently. This is thanks to our amazing social media interns, Keith Erickson and Brooke Wheeler. During their 2-month internships, they spent countless hours organizing our media archives, joining our research crew in the field, documenting
- [Run. Fly. Give.](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/run-fly-give/) - Dear Friends, This August, you have two powerful ways to make a difference for raptors: by giving now through Old Bill's Fun Run and by planning a lasting legacy during National Make-A-Will Month. The matching funds and generosity sparked by Old Bill's Fun Run allow us to rescue and rehabilitate more birds, advance crucial research to ensure raptors
- [Patient Care Statistics](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/patient-care-statistics/) - Summer has brought a surge of activity to Teton Raptor Center’s rehabilitation clinic. Each year, our clinic sees an increasing number of raptor admissions, and 2024 is no exception. Back in 2018, we admitted a total of 127 patients for the entire year. Fast forward to August 15, 2024, and we’ve already seen 154 raptors
- [Ambassador Spotlight: Pava](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/ambassador-spotlight-pava/) - Summer has brought a surge of activity to Teton Raptor Center’s rehabilitation clinic. Each year, our clinic sees an increasing number of raptor admissions, and 2024 is no exception. Back in 2018, we admitted a total oPava's journey with us began on August 31, 2021, when she was admitted to our rehabilitation clinic after a
- [Help Us Name Our Burrowing Owl!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/help-us-name-our-burrowing-owl/) - We’re excited to introduce a new Avian Ambassador to our team! This young Burrowing Owl, hatched on the 4th of July in Maryland, has just begun training to help us educate people about owls and conservation. We’d love your suggestions for a name! We’re looking for something that reflects the owl’s natural history, story, or
- [Old Bill's Fun Run](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/old-bills-fun-run/) - We rallied, we ran, and many of you gave so the birds can soar. Even though the race is over, there's still time to make a gift to keep wild birds wild and help us meet the match through Old Bill's Fun Run! The giving season ends on Friday, September 13th at 5 p.m. MT.
- [Behind-the-Scenes Are Back!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/behind-the-scenes-are-back/) - As summer fades, our Behind-the-Scenes programs are soaring into fall! We're excited to welcome you back to this intimate experience, where you'll explore the captivating world raptors and their critical role in conservation. Offered on Tuesdays and most Saturdays, this exclusive opportunity lets you dive into the care and training of our avian ambassadors. Get
- [Vote On A Name For Our Newest Avian Ambassador](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/vote-on-a-name-for-our-newest-avian-ambassador/) - Teton Raptor Center staff has seen all of your name submissions for our newest Avian Ambassador and we have narrowed them down to three names that we would like you to vote on! Cricket: Reflecting their diet which mainly consists of insects, especially crickets and grasshoppers. They also make a high pitched vocalization that resembles
- [Our Newest Avian Ambassador Is Named!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/our-newest-avian-ambassador-is-named/) - The votes are in, and we're thrilled to announce that our newest Avian Ambassador has a name—Cricket! The name “Cricket” comes from their call, which resembles the sound of a cricket, and because crickets are a common prey source for the species. Thank you to everyone who participated by submitting suggestions and casting votes for the
- [Congratulations to Georgia and Josh!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/congratulations-to-georgia-and-josh/) - We're so excited to announce two huge accomplishments by past and present TRC research crew members! Last year, TRC Conservation Intern Georgia Coleman started her independent project documenting a new behavior she observed while reviewing photos from one of our Ferruginous Hawk nest cameras. She culminated this work recently in an article published in the Journal of
- [Osprey Entangled In Twine](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/osprey-entangled-in-twine/) - Teton Raptor Center is proud to be a part of the Wyoming Department of Transportation's Adopt-a-Highway program! Each spring and fall, staff, board and volunteers join together to pick up litter along our adopted highway section, which spans the 2-mile section of Wyoming Highway 22 from the town of Wilson to the Snake River bridge.
- [Rough-legged Hawk Kennel Training In Learning Lab](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/rough-legged-hawk-kennel-training-in-learning-lab/) - Ever wondered how we transport birds from their enclosures to program locations? Here’s a look into our kennel training process at Teton Raptor Center. This Rough-legged Hawk is an Ambassador-In-Training. Blind in one eye, he cannot be released into the wild. Staff trainers work with him to ensure loading into a kennel is safe and

## Pages

- [Home](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/) - Teton Raptor Center is a non-profit organization advancing raptor conservation through education, research, and rehabilitation.
- [Join Our Team](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/join-our-team/) - Join our team! Career and internship opportunities at Teton Raptor Center.
- [Private Programs & Events](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/private-programs/)
- [Our Team](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/our-team/) - Our team includes ecologists, educators, rehabilitators, interns, veterinary externs, research associates, field technicians, and administrators, all with one thing in common: a commitment to avian conservation. We love birds, and we love our jobs!
- [Programs](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/programs/)
- [Volunteer](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/volunteer/)
- [Donate](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/donation-form/) - Donate today and make a difference for birds of prey. Help us keep wild birds wild.
- [Found an Injured Bird?](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/found-injured-bird/) - Teton Raptor Center cares for injured, ill and orphaned birds of prey 365 days per year.
- [Stay in Touch](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/stay-in-touch/)
- [Publications](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/research/publications/)
- [Research](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/research/)
- [Sponsor-A-Screen](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/sponsor-a-screen/)
- [Poo-Poo Project](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/poo-poo-project/)
- [Wishlist](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/wish-list/)
- [Annual Reports](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/annual-reports/)
- [FAQs](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/faq/) - Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
- [Ways to Give](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/ways-to-give/) - Our work depends on the support of donors, volunteers and staff who share a love for raptors and a desire to keep wild birds wild. Learn more about the ways to give and get involved with TRC.
- [Avian Ambassadors](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/resident-raptors/) - Meet our avian ambassadors.
- [Education](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/education/) - The TRC education team offers raptor encounters at our campus in Wilson, Wyoming, in various private settings, and in classrooms around the region.
- [Rehabilitation](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/rehabilitation/)
- [Nature Shop](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/nature-shop/) - Teton Raptor Center’s Nature Shop features gifts, apparel, books, toys and more! Stop by or shop online to support keeping wild birds wild.
- [Sporting Lead-Free](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/sporting-lead-free/)
- [Capital Campaign](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/capital-campaign/) - Our Mission: Advance raptor conservation through education, research and rehabilitation.
- [Become a Frequent Flier](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/frequent-flier/)
- [What You Can Do to Help Raptors](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/what-you-can-do/)
- [Our Work](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/our-work/) - Our Mission: Advance raptor conservation through education, research and rehabilitation.
- [About Us](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/about/) - About Us: What began as the personal passion of two field biologists more than 20 years ago has grown into Teton Raptor Center.
- [Get Involved](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/get-involved/) - Our work depends on the support of donors, volunteers and staff who share a love for raptors and a desire to keep wild birds wild. Learn more about the ways you can get involved with TRC.
- [Our Campus](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/our-campus/)
- [Subscribe](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/email-subscription/)
- [Contact](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/contact/) - While we’re good with raptor calls, there are simpler ways to contact us. We are delighted to hear from you and read each inquiry. If you ask a question, you’ll be sure to hear from us.
- [Raptor FAQs](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptor-faqs/) - Frequently asked questions about raptors (FAQs)
- [Program Calendar](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/events/)
- [Raptor Rescue Network](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptor-rescue-network/)
- [Planned Giving](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/planned-giving/) - The Soaring Society is a community of generous individuals who care deeply about the future of raptor conservation and have made a planned gift to Teton Raptor Center.
- [Campus Map](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/campus-map/)
- [News](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/news/)
- [Our Story](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/our-story/)
- [Capital Campaign Donation](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/capital-campaign-donation-form/) - Donate today and make a difference for birds of prey. Help us keep wild birds wild.
- [Sustainability](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/sustainability/)
- [Our Partners](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/our-partners/)
- [Genetics and Lead Research](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/research/genetics-and-lead-research/)
- [Bioacoustics](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/research/bioacoustics/)
- [Population Ecology](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/research/population-ecology/)
- [Movement Ecology and Habitat Mapping](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/research/movement-ecology-and-habitat-mapping/)
- [Newsletter](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/newsletter/) - [newsletter]

## Posts

- [Attribution](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/attribution/) - This site has been created with the help of many different people and companies. This site was built on a powerful, Inspirations based web builder called BoldGrid. It is running on WordPress, the most popular content management software online today. Web hosting support is provided by DreamHost. Additional functionality provided by: WP Canvas - Gallery

## Team

- [Amanda Penn](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/team/amanda-penn/) - Avian Care Technician Amanda grew up in Anchorage, Alaska and developed a love of wild creatures from an early age. She later graduated from Texas A&M with a degree in Zoology. After college she worked at a wildlife rehabilitation center in Seattle, Washington where she gained valuable experience working with raptors, songbirds, and various mammals.

## Portfolios

- [Pava](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptors/pava/) - Species: Swainson’s Hawk (Buteo swainsoni) Hatch Date: Spring 2021 Reason Non-Releasable: Blind in one eye due to car collision
- [Tundra](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptors/tundra/) - Species: Rough-legged Hawk (Buteo lagopus) Hatch Date: March 2023 Reason Non-Releasable: Blind in left eye
- [Cosmo](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptors/cosmo/) - Species: Barn Owl (Tyto alba) Hatch Date: March 2023 Reason Non-Releasable: Conservation-bred for Education
- [Horus](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptors/horus/) - Species: Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) Hatch Date: 2019 Reason Non-Releasable: Retired Falconry Bird
- [Gus](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptors/gus/) - Species: Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) Hatch Date: 2005 Reason Non-Releasable: Right wing injury
- [Cricket](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptors/cricket/) - Species: Burrowing Owl (Athene cunicularia) Hatch Date: July 2024 Reason Non-Releasable: Conservation bred for education
- [Aura](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptors/aura/) - Species: Turkey Vulture (Cathartes aura) Hatch Date: August 2023 Reason Non-Releasable: Human imprint
- [Cache](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptors/aura-2/) - Species: American Kestrel (Falco sparverius) Hatch Date: 2023 Reason Non-Releasable: Hatched in falconry program for education
- [Buffy](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptors/buffy/) - Species: Red-tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis) Hatch Date: Unknown Reason Non-Releasable: Missing left eye
- [Hardeman](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptors/hardeman/) - Species: Red-tailed Hawk (Buteo jamaicensis) Hatch Date: Spring 2016 Reason Non-Releasable: Vision loss, right eye
- [Violet](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptors/violet/) - Species: Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) Hatch Date: 2021 Reason Non-Releasable: Retired Falconry Bird

## Venues

- [The Cloudveil Hotel](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/the-cloudveil-hotel/)
- [Bentwood Inn](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/bentwood-inn/)
- [R-Park](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/r-park/)
- [Teton Regional Land Trust](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/teton-regional-land-trust/)
- [Snake River Roasting Company](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/snake-river-roasting-company/)
- [Trailborn Jackson Hole](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/trailborn-jackson-hole/)
- [Jenny Lake Lodge](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/jenny-lake-lodge/)
- [Phil Baux Green Space](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/phil-baux-green-space/)
- [Teton Science School](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/teton-science-school/)
- [Jackson Town Square](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/jackson-h/)
- [Diehl Gallery](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/diehl-gallery/)
- [Marge Grover Memorial Park](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/marge-grover-memorial-park/)
- [Center for the Arts](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/center-for-the-arts/)
- [Jackson Elementary School](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/jackson-elementary-school/)
- [Craig Thomas Visitor Center](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/craig-thomas-visitor-center/)
- [Greenspace on the Block](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/greenspace-on-the-block/) - Join us on the Greenspace between Healthy Being Juicery and Persephone in Downtown Jackson! This program is in partnership with Jackson Hole Land Trust, and will allow raptor enthusiasts to learn more about raptors through activities, information, and possible bird ambassadors.
- [Teton Village](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/teton-village/) - Programming will take place at the Village Commons underneath the Tram within Teton Village.
- [Jackson Hole and Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/jackson-hole-and-greater-yellowstone-visitor-center/) - Join us on the National Elk Refuge at the Jackson Hole and Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center for FREE, family-fun. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet one of our Avian Ambassadors and engage in various activities related to the day's topic. No reservations required.
- [Hand Fire Pizza](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/hand-fire-pizza/)
- [Jackson Hole Airport](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/jackson-hole-airport/)
- [Teton Raptor Center](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/venue/teton-raptor-center/)

## Organizers

- [Bentwood Inn](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/organizer/bentwood-inn/)
- [Jackson Hole Land Trust](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/organizer/jackson-hole-land-trust/)
- [Idaho Valley Master Naturalists](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/organizer/idaho-valley-master-naturalists/)
- [Trailborn Jackson Hole Resort](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/organizer/trailborn-jackson-hole-resort/)
- [Jenny Lake Lodge](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/organizer/jenny-lake-lodge/)
- [Jackson Hole Birding Festival](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/organizer/jackson-hole-birding-festival/)
- [Energy Conservation Work](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/organizer/energy-conservation-work/)
- [Jackson EcoFair](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/organizer/jackson-ecofair/)
- [Snake River Fund](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/organizer/snake-river-fund/)
- [Grand Teton National Park](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/organizer/grand-teton-national-park/)
- [Grand Teton Music Festival](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/organizer/grand-teton-music-festival/)
- [Teton Raptor Center](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/organizer/teton-raptor-center/)

## Events

- [Raptors at The Cloudveil](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptors-at-the-cloudveil-5/2026-05-15/) - Experience the magic of live raptors up-close at this informal program at lobby of The Cloudveil Hotel in Downtown Jackson (112 Center Street). No reservations required.
- [Backyard Beats with TRC](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/backyard-beats-with-trc/) - Join us this summer for backyard BBQ nights supporting the nonprofits, organizations, and community programs that help make Jackson Hole such a special place to live and visit. Portion of proceeds go directly back into the community through conservation, arts, education, stewardship, and local outreach efforts. Your ticket includes an all-you-can-eat buffet, dessert, and non-alcoholic
- [Alive @ 5!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/alive-5-3/2026-06-30/) - Participants will learn about raptors and raptor conservation while meeting some of TRC's Avian Ambassadors. The program is informal and participants may come and go during the time. Teton Village Commons.
- [Grand Teton Music Festival's "On the Road"](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/grand-teton-music-festivals-on-the-road/) - Reeds and Raptors: Meet a feathered friend, then hear the soaring sounds of GTMF’s oboe and English horn trio in the beautiful barn loft of the Teton Raptor Center. Learn what makes these instruments so special and how spectacular they sound when they come together! Join us at 2:45 PM for a bird meet &
- [Trailborn](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/trailborn/2026-06-11/) - Join us at Trailborn Jackson Hole Resort every Thursday from 4-5 PM and explore all things raptors. Meet a couple of our avian ambassadors, learn about raptor conservation, and how you can help birds even if you're just visiting Jackson!
- [R Park Summer Solstice Celebration](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/r-park-summer-solstice-celebration/) - Join the Jackson Hole Land Trust at R Park on Thursday, June 18, from 4–7 pm for a solstice celebration presented by FH Construction Group. Enjoy a summer afternoon with lively tunes by MOJO, nonprofit partner activities, cold refreshments, including Highpoint Cider (21+). For $10, enjoy JACZ sliders, ice cream, and more. Kids 12 and
- [Teton Valley BioBlitz](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/teton-valley-bioblitz/) - Teton Raptor Center is proud to support the inaugural Teton Valley BioBlitz! This FREE event features assisted exploration of the natural world by experts in the fields of wildlife biology and ecology. Participants will document their findings in the iNaturalist app. This project will help land and wildlife managers understand the distribution of species throughout
- [Falcon Fuel Launch Party](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/falcon-fuel-launch-party/) - We’re excited to launch Falcon Fuel, our new coffee line in collaboration with Snake River Roasting Company! Inspired by early mornings and long program days, and the general reality that many of us are powered primarily by caffeine. Join us at Snake River Roasting Company in Jackson for a taste! This roast is sourced from
- [Jackson Hole Birding Festival Welcome](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/jackson-hole-birding-festival-welcome/) - Join the Jackson Hole Birding Festival for the Opening Night Snacks and Fun - and unforgettable adventure in the spectacular Tetons! Join us for a casual get together with complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages at the beautiful Center for the Arts, the Festival's home base. Say hi to old friends and make some new ones!
- [Raptors of Wyoming: Habitats and Homes](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptors-of-wyoming-habitats-and-homes-2/2026-06-05/) - Join us for an inspiring 1- hour program featuring three to four live raptor ambassadors. Together, we’ll journey through Wyoming’s diverse habitats and uncover the stories of nearly 30 raptor species, offering a deeper appreciation for the landscapes they call home. June 5, 2026 through October 30, 2026: Fridays at 11:00 am Book Now
- [Jackson EcoFair](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/jackson-ecofair/) - Celebrating simple and sustainable living in the Tetons. The Jackson EcoFair is dedicated to celebrating and encouraging sustainable and intentional living in the heart of the Tetons and beyond. Join us as we come together as a community and explore simple, effective ways to live more consciously every day. We'll have some fun too! Teton
- [Teton Guide Symposium](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/teton-guide-symposium/) - The Teton Guide Symposium is a free, full-day gathering designed to educate, support, and celebrate Jackson Hole’s guiding community. Lunch is provided, and attendees will enjoy a mix of expert-led presentations, dedicated networking time, and opportunities to connect with organization booths representing key partners and agencies. This event is a true collaboration between Snake River Fund,
- [Grand Teton Junior Ranger Day](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/grand-teton-junior-ranger-day/) - Junior Ranger Day is a community-supported event designed to encourage children and their families to explore, learn about, and protect the natural world. The program offers a range of activities and experiences that provide a fun, engaging way to connect with the unique environment and wildlife of Grand Teton National Park. This event includes activities
- [Little Wings Story Time](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/little-wings-story-time-2-2-2/) - Join us for a magical morning on the second Tuesday of every month at 11:00! This session is designed just for our littlest nature lovers! Little Wings Story Time blends gentle storytelling with a special visit from a real live raptor — up close and feathered! Perfect for children ages 0 to 4, this engaging
- [Little Wings Story Time](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/little-wings-story-time-2-2/2026-06-09/) - Join us for a magical morning every second Tuesday of the month at 11:00! This session is designed just for our littlest nature lovers! Little Wings Story Time blends gentle storytelling with a special visit from a real live raptor — up close and feathered! Perfect for children ages 0 to 4, this engaging session
- [Featherside Chat with Dr. Dan Lorimer: Avian Eyes](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/featherside-chat-with-dr-dan-lorimer/) - Join Teton Raptor Center for a Featherside Chat on Wednesday, March 11th, from 6-7:30 p.m. featuring Dr. Dan Lorimer, a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist and member of TRC’s Advisory Council. This engaging evening, Featherside Chat with Dr. Dan Lorimer: Avian Eyes, will dive into the extraordinary attributes and adaptations of avian vision—unpacking why phrases like “eyes like a hawk” and “eagle eyes” exist
- [Raptors at The Cloudveil](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptors-at-the-cloudveil-4/2026-02-11/) - Experience the magic of live raptors up-close at this informal program at lobby of The Cloudveil Hotel in Downtown Jackson (12 Center Street). No reservations required.
- [Raptor Adaptations: Masters of Survival](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptor-adaptations-masters-of-survival-3/2026-06-06/) - Delve into the amazing adaptations that make raptors masters of their environments. This 1-hour program highlights the specialized features that enable these birds to thrive in habitats across the globe. Meet three to four of our avian ambassadors and experience firsthand what makes raptors so extraordinary. January 2, 2026 through May 29, 2026 Fridays at
- [Little Wings Story Time](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/little-wings-story-time-2/2025-10-29/) - Join us for a magical morning on select Wednesdays this winter at 11:00 for Little Wings Story Time! This session is designed just for our littlest nature lovers! Little Wings Story Time blends gentle storytelling with a special visit from a real live raptor — up close and feathered! Perfect for children ages 0 to
- [Raptor Discovery: Masters of the Sky](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptor-discovery-masters-of-the-sky-2-2/2026-01-24/) - Discover the fascinating world of raptors in this engaging 1-hour program that highlights their unique characteristics and basic ecology. During this experience, you’ll meet three to four of our avian ambassadors and enjoy dynamic multimedia content that brings these incredible birds to life. December 27, 2025 through May 30, 2026: Saturdays at 11:00 am Book
- [Raptor Explorers Family Program](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptor-explorers-family-program/2025-10-04/) - Join us on Second Saturdays for a fun and interactive family-friendly learning session all about raptors—nature’s incredible birds of prey! Designed for curious young minds, this engaging program introduces participants to hawks, owls, eagles, and falcons through exciting facts, hands-on activities, and even a chance to see real raptor specimens and live birds! Discover how
- [Raptor Discovery: Masters of the Sky](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptor-discovery-masters-of-the-sky-2/2025-12-27/) - Discover the fascinating world of raptors in this engaging 1-hour program that highlights their unique characteristics and basic ecology. During this experience, you’ll meet three to four of our avian ambassadors and enjoy dynamic multimedia content that brings these incredible birds to life. December 27, 2025 through May 30, 2026: Saturdays at 11:00 am Book
- [Raptor Discovery: Masters of the Sky](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptor-discovery-masters-of-the-sky-4/) - Discover the fascinating world of raptors in this engaging 1-hour program that highlights their unique characteristics and basic ecology. During this experience, you’ll meet three to four of our avian ambassadors and enjoy dynamic multimedia content that brings these incredible birds to life. October 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025: Thursdays at 11:00 am Book
- [Raptors of Wyoming: Habitats and Homes](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptors-of-wyoming-habitats-and-homes/2025-06-06/) - Join us for an inspiring 1- hour program featuring three to four live raptor ambassadors. Together, we’ll journey through Wyoming’s diverse habitats and uncover the stories of nearly 30 raptor species, offering a deeper appreciation for the landscapes they call home. June 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025: Fridays at 2:00 pm October 1, 2025
- [Raptors of Wyoming: Habitats and Homes](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptors-of-wyoming-habitats-and-homes-4/2025-10-31/) - Join us for an inspiring 1- hour program featuring three to four live raptor ambassadors. Together, we’ll journey through Wyoming’s diverse habitats and uncover the stories of nearly 30 raptor species, offering a deeper appreciation for the landscapes they call home. June 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025: Fridays at 2:00 pm October 1, 2025
- [Raptor Adaptations: Masters of Survival](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptor-adaptations-masters-of-survival/2025-06-07/) - Delve into the amazing adaptations that make raptors masters of their environments. This 1-hour program highlights the specialized features that enable these birds to thrive in habitats across the globe. Meet three to four of our avian ambassadors and experience firsthand what makes raptors so extraordinary. June 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025: Saturdays at
- [Winter Wings & Holiday Cheer](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/winter-wings-holiday-cheer/) - Celebrate the season with treats, treasures, and talons at Teton Raptor Center! Sip, shop, and meet an Avian Ambassador. Join us from 4 - 6 p.m on Tuesday December 2nd! Discover unique avian-inspired gifts in our Nature Shop. Engage in family-friendly crafts and educational displays in our Learning Lab. Enjoy light refreshments. Meet one of
- [Raptor Discovery: Masters of the Sky](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptor-discovery-masters-of-the-sky/2025-10-02/) - Discover the fascinating world of raptors in this engaging 1-hour program that highlights their unique characteristics and basic ecology. During this experience, you’ll meet three to four of our avian ambassadors and enjoy dynamic multimedia content that brings these incredible birds to life. October 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025: Thursdays at 11:00 am Book
- [Flights and Feathers at the JH Airport](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/flights-and-feathers-at-the-jh-airport-4/2025-12-16/) - Join us for Flights and Feathers at the Jackson Hole Airport! We will be set up in arrivals and open to the public. The program takes place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Tuesday starting December 16, 2025 and runs through March 17, 2026. Birds will be put away promptly at 1:30 p.m. No
- [Flights and Feathers at the JH Airport](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/flights-and-feathers-at-the-jh-airport-5/2026-06-18/) - Join us for Flights and Feathers at the Jackson Hole Airport! We will be set up in arrivals and open to the public. The program takes place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Thursday starting June 18, 2026 and runs through September 17, 2026. Birds will be put away promptly at 1:30 p.m. No
- [Raptor Adaptations: Masters of Survival](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptor-adaptations-masters-of-survival-2/2026-01-02/) - Delve into the amazing adaptations that make raptors masters of their environments. This 1-hour program highlights the specialized features that enable these birds to thrive in habitats across the globe. Meet three to four of our avian ambassadors and experience firsthand what makes raptors so extraordinary. January 2, 2026 through May 29, 2026 Fridays at
- [Raptor Journeys: Migration Exploration](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptor-journeys-migration-exploration/2026-01-08/) - Explore the awe-inspiring phenomenon of raptor migration in this captivating 1-hour program. Learn how, when, and where raptors from our region migrate across landscapes and continents, guided by TRC's research. This interactive experience combines multimedia content and live appearances by three to four of our raptor ambassadors, offering an unforgettable look at their remarkable journeys.
- [Raptor Journeys: Migration Exploration](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptor-connections-migration-exploration-2/2025-11-28/) - Explore the awe-inspiring phenomenon of raptor migration in this captivating 1-hour program. Learn how, when, and where raptors from our region migrate across landscapes and continents, guided by TRC's research. This interactive experience combines multimedia content and live appearances by three to four of our raptor ambassadors, offering an unforgettable look at their remarkable journeys.
- [Raptor Journeys: Migration Exploration](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptor-connections-migration-exploration/2025-06-05/) - Explore the awe-inspiring phenomenon of raptor migration in this captivating 1-hour program. Learn how, when, and where raptors from our region migrate across landscapes and continents, guided by TRC's research. This interactive experience combines multimedia content and live appearances by three to four of our raptor ambassadors, offering an unforgettable look at their remarkable journeys.
- [Raptor Discovery: Masters of the Sky](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptor-discovery-masters-of-the-sky-3/2026-06-03/) - Discover the fascinating world of raptors in this engaging 1-hour program that highlights their unique characteristics and basic ecology. During this experience, you’ll meet three to four of our avian ambassadors and enjoy dynamic multimedia content that brings these incredible birds to life. June 3, 2026 through October 28, 2026: Wednesdays at 11:00 am Book
- [Little Wings Story Time](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/little-wings-story-time/2025-10-01/) - Join us for a magical morning every Wednesday in October at 11:00 for Little Wings Story Time! This session is designed just for our littlest nature lovers! Little Wings Story Time blends gentle storytelling with a special visit from a real live raptor — up close and feathered! Perfect for children ages 0 to 4,
- [Featherside Chat with Bridget A. Lyons](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/featherside-chat-with-bridget-lyons/) - Join author Bridget A. Lyons as she shares her new book, Entwined. This event is free, but parking is limited - registration required. Book Now
- [Raptor Discovery: Masters of the Sky](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptor-connections-introduction-to-raptors/2025-06-04/) - Discover the fascinating world of raptors in this engaging 1-hour program that highlights their unique characteristics and basic ecology. During this experience, you’ll meet three to four of our avian ambassadors and enjoy dynamic multimedia content that brings these incredible birds to life. June 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025: Wednesdays at 11:00 am October
- [Grand Teton Music Festival's "On the Road": Trombone Trifecta](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/grand-teton-music-festivals-on-the-road-trombone-trifecta/) - The GTMF trombone section takes center stage at the Teton Raptor Center, where big brass meet big birds! Hear music inspired by nature, opera, and more in this family-friendly program featuring some fine feathered friends. Jeremy Buckler, trombone David Binder, trombone George Curran, trombone Join us at 12:45 PM for a bird meet & greet.
- [Grand Teton Music Festival's "On the Road": Phantasmagoria](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/grand-teton-music-festivals-on-the-road-phantasmagoria/) - “Phantasmagoria: a sequence of real or imaginary images, like those seen in a dream” – what will YOU see and hear? Join GTMF musicians at the Teton Raptor Center for a performance featuring chamber music by award-winning jazz/classical composer Meg Okura and other works inspired by nature’s endless groove… including birdsong! Stephanie Key, clarinet Miika
- [TRC at Jackson Hole Farmer's Market](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/trc-at-jackson-hole-farmers-market/) - Join TRC and Teton Science Schools at the Jackson Hole Farmer's Market for this week's theme: The Hidden Hunters – Owls and Rodent Control From 8am - 12pm, TRC's educators will be sharing owl facts and owl pellets, connecting farm to food by illustrating how owls help with pest management on farms. We will have
- [TRC at Diehl Gallery](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/trc-at-diehl-gallery/) - Diehl Gallery has designated Teton Raptor Center as the nonprofit beneficiary of its upcoming exhibition, CHRIS MAYNARD: Between Earth and Sky. They will generously donate a percentage of sales from the exhibition, which runs from August 21 - October 4, 2025, to Teton Raptor Center. Please visit Diehl Gallery at 30 South King Street to
- [TRC at Alpine Mountain Days](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/trc-at-alpine-mountain-days/) - Join us in the gazebo at Alpine Mountain Days! We will have a live bird at this event. Two 30 minute programs. First at 1:30 pm, the second at 2:30 pm. Free! Learn More
- [Wildwalls Kickoff Party at the People's Market](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/wildwalls-kickoff-party-at-the-peoples-market/) - Join us at the Jackson Hole People's Market where the TRC wheatpaste mural by Jocelyn Slack will be unveiled! We will have a live bird at this event. Free! WildWalls is a semi-annual mural project that highlights important conservation work happening in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. WildWalls brings the science and art communities together in
- [Old Bill's Fun Run](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/old-bills-fun-run/) - Join us at Old Bill's Fun Run! No programs at TRC. Learn More
- [Raptors at The Cloudveil](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptors-at-the-cloudveil-3/2025-06-02/) - Experience the magic of live raptors up-close at this informal program at lobby of The Cloudveil Hotel in Downtown Jackson (12 Center Street). No reservations required.
- [Alive @ 5!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/alive-5-2/2025-06-24/) - Participants will learn about raptors and raptor conservation while meeting some of TRC's Avian Ambassadors. The program is informal and participants may come and go during the time. Teton Village Commons.
- [Avian Experience](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/avian-experience-3-2-2/2025-05-01/) - Join us for a 60-minute up-close, live bird experience. Visit our newly restored historic barn to learn about raptors and their role in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. You’ll also discover more about our work in the field studying birds of prey and in our clinic, where we care for injured, ill, and orphaned raptors and
- [Flights and Feathers at the JH Airport](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/flights-and-feathers-at-the-jh-airport-3/2025-06-19/) - Join us for Flights and Feathers at the Jackson Hole Airport! We will be set up in arrivals and open to the public. The program takes place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Thursday starting June 19, 2025 and runs through September 18, 2025. Birds will be put away promptly at 1 p.m. No
- [Junior Ranger Day at Grand Teton National Park](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/junior-ranger-day-at-grand-teton-national-park/) - Families and aspiring Junior Rangers of all ages are invited to participate in Junior Ranger Day Saturday, May 3. This free, public event will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center in Moose and is hosted by Grand Teton National Park with support from community partners. The indoor and
- [Avian Experience](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/avian-experience-3-2/2024-10-31/) - Join us for a 60-minute up-close, live bird experience. Visit our newly restored historic barn to learn about raptors and their role in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. You’ll also discover more about our work in the field studying birds of prey and in our clinic, where we care for injured, ill, and orphaned raptors and
- [Feather-side Chat with Artist Dan Burgette](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/feather-side-chat-with-artist-dan-burgette/) - On Wednesday, March 19th, acclaimed local sculptor Dan Burgette will share the stories behind his avian-inspired artwork in conversation with TRC's Chief Mission Officer, Roger Smith. This special evening will take place in the Hardeman Barn Loft, where Dan will discuss his creative process and the raptors that have influenced his sculptures—some of which will
- [Flights and Feathers at the JH Airport](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/flights-and-feathers-at-the-jh-airport-2/2024-12-31/) - Join us for Flights and Feathers at the Jackson Hole Airport! We will be set up in arrivals and open to the public. The program takes place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Tuesday starting December 31, 2024 and runs through April 1, 2025. Birds will be put away promptly at 1 p.m. No
- [Winterfest at Teton Village](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/winterfest-at-teton-village/) - Stop by the Teton Village events tent, located across the trail from Tram Dock, and learn about local birds of prey with us! More details
- [Behind-the-Scenes Program](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/behind-the-scenes-program-2-2-2/2024-11-26/) - Discover the world of raptors and their significance! Join us behind the scenes to understand the training and care involved in managing a diverse team of avian ambassadors. Delve into the science of training and welfare, witnessing daily enrichment and training routines in the Roost, where our education birds reside. While the birds free fly,
- [Wild Wings & Holiday Cheer](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/wild-wings/2024-11-21/) - Celebrate the season with treats, treasures, and talons at Teton Raptor Center! Sip, shop, and meet an Avian Ambassador. Join us from 4 - 6 p.m on... Thursday Nov 21 Tuesday Nov 26 Friday Dec 6 Thursday Dec 12 Enjoy cookies, cider, and wine. Discover unique avian-inspired gifts in our Nature Shop. Engage in family-friendly
- [Family Program](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/family-program-2-2-2/) - Join us on the third Saturday of each month for an hour-long kid and family-friendly program where you will meet live birds and participate in a fun, educational activity. These programs are designed for families with kids between 5 and 12 years of age. Programs will have a new theme each month. The cost includes
- [Behind-the-Scenes Program](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/behind-the-scenes-program-2-2/) - Discover the world of raptors and their significance! Join us behind the scenes to understand the training and care involved in managing a diverse team of avian ambassadors. Delve into the science of training and welfare, witnessing daily enrichment and training routines in the Roost, where our education birds reside. While the birds free fly,
- [Avian Experience](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/avian-experience-3/2024-10-03/) - Join us for a 60-minute up-close, live bird experience. Visit our newly restored historic barn to learn about raptors and their role in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. You’ll also discover more about our work in the field studying birds of prey and in our clinic, where we care for injured, ill, and orphaned raptors and
- [Avian Experience](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/avian-experience-2-2/2024-08-31/) - Join us for a 60-minute up-close, live bird experience. Visit our newly restored historic barn to learn about raptors and their role in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. You’ll also discover more about our work in the field studying birds of prey and in our clinic, where we care for injured, ill, and orphaned raptors and
- [Behind-the-Scenes Program](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/behind-the-scenes-program-2/2024-09-10/) - Discover the world of raptors and their significance! Join us behind the scenes to understand the training and care involved in managing a diverse team of avian ambassadors. Delve into the science of training and welfare, witnessing daily enrichment and training routines in the Roost, where our education birds reside. While the birds free fly,
- [Grand Teton Music Festival: On the Road](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/grand-teton-music-festival-on-the-road/) - GTMF On the Road Koren McCaffrey, flute Meaghan Heinrich, host Meet the birds and meet the most bird-like instrument in the orchestra! Composers have been fascinated by setting bird calls to music for hundreds of years – join us for a truly unique program that includes real-live raptors and an interactive history of musical depictions
- [Raptors at The Cloudveil](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptors-at-the-cloudveil-2/2024-06-03/) - Experience the magic of live raptors up-close at this informal program at lobby of The Cloudveil Hotel in Downtown Jackson. No reservations required.
- [Birds on the Block](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/birds-on-the-block/2024-06-04/) - Join us on the Greenspace between Healthy Being Juicery and Persephone in Downtown Jackson! This program hosted by Bank of Jackson Hole and in partnership with Jackson Hole Land Trust, will allow raptor enthusiasts of all ages to learn about raptors and meet our raptor experts each week. Due to the busy location of this
- [Flights and Feathers at the JH Airport](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/flights-and-feathers-at-the-jh-airport/2024-06-20/) - Join us for Flights and Feathers at the Jackson Hole Airport! We will be set up in arrivals and open to the public. The program takes place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Thursday starting June 20, 2024 and runs through September 19, 2024. Birds will be put away promptly at 1 p.m. No
- [Family Program](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/family-program-2-2/2024-05-18/) - Join us on the third Saturday of each month for an hour-long kid and family-friendly program where you will meet live birds and participate in a fun, educational activity. These programs are designed for families with kids between 5 and 12 years of age. Programs will have a new theme each month. The cost includes
- [I Love Wilson Jubilee](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/i-love-wilson-jubilee/) - Teton Raptor Center is excited to be a part of the I love Wilson Jubilee, which is a "strolling, rolling community celebration" to celebrate the new changes within the town of Wilson. The event will take place Sunday, June 16 from 2-5pm.
- [Winged Wednesdays](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/winged-wednesdays/2024-03-06/) - Join us for a monthly educational series at 6 pm on the first Wednesday, featuring expert-led deep dives into various avian topics. After the presentation, explore hands-on learning in TRC’s new Learning Lab. Topics include research insights, avian rehabilitation, backyard conservation, migration, and raptor ID. Geared towards adults, this free lecture-style program takes place in
- [Raptors at The Cloudveil](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptors-at-the-cloudveil/2024-03-25/) - Experience the magic of live raptors up-close at this informal program at lobby of The Cloudveil Hotel in Downtown Jackson. No reservations required.
- [Avian Experience](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/avian-experience/2024-02-22/) - Join us for a 60-minute up-close, live bird experience. Visit our newly restored historic barn to learn about raptors and their role in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. You’ll also discover more about our work in the field studying birds of prey and in our clinic, where we care for injured, ill, and orphaned raptors and
- [Avian Experience](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/avian-experience-2/2024-04-20/) - Join us for a 60-minute up-close, live bird experience. Visit our newly restored historic barn to learn about raptors and their role in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. You’ll also discover more about our work in the field studying birds of prey and in our clinic, where we care for injured, ill, and orphaned raptors and
- [Alive @ 5!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/alive-5/2024-06-25/) - Participants will learn about raptors and raptor conservation while meeting some of TRC's Avian Ambassadors. The program is informal and participants may come and go during the time.
- [Raptors on The National Elk Refuge](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/raptors-on-the-national-elk-refuge/2024-03-06/) - Join us on the National Elk Refuge at the Jackson Hole and Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center for family-fun. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet one of our Avian Ambassadors and engage in various activities related to the topic. March 6: Backyard Conservation- Learn how YOU can make a difference May 15: International Migratory Bird
- [Pizza for a Purpose at Hand Fire Pizza](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/pizza-for-a-purpose-at-hand-fire-pizza/) - Join us at Hand Fire Pizza for a community night where they will give back to Teton Raptor Center. Hand Fire Pizza believes it is important to support the community that supports them and what better way, than with pizza! Grab your family and friends and enjoy fresh, organic, wood fire pizza while supporting Teton
- [Feathered Fridays at Jackson Hole Airport](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/feathered-fridays-at-jackson-hole-airport/2024-02-23/) - Join us for Flights and Feathers at the Jackson Hole Airport! We will be set up in arrivals and open to the public. The program takes place from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. every Friday starting December 15, 2023 and runs through March 15, 2024. Birds will be put away promptly at 2 p.m. No
- [Family Program](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/event/family-program-2/2024-02-17/) - Join us on the third Saturday of each month for an hour-long kid and family-friendly program where you will meet live birds and participate in a fun, educational activity. These programs are designed for families with kids between 5 and 12 years of age. Programs will have a new theme each month. The cost includes

## Series

- [Trailborn](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/trailborn/)
- [Raptors at The Cloudveil](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptors-at-the-cloudveil-3/)
- [Alive @ 5!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/alive-5-3/)
- [Flights and Feathers at the JH Airport](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/flights-and-feathers-at-the-jh-airport-5/)
- [Flights and Feathers at the JH Airport](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/flights-and-feathers-at-the-jh-airport-4/)
- [Raptors of Wyoming: Habitats and Homes](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptors-of-wyoming-habitats-and-homes-2/)
- [Raptor Adaptations: Masters of Survival](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptor-adaptations-masters-of-survival-3/)
- [Raptor Adaptations: Masters of Survival](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptor-adaptations-masters-of-survival-2/)
- [Raptor Journeys: Migration Exploration](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptor-journeys-migration-exploration/)
- [Raptor Journeys: Migration Exploration](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptor-connections-migration-exploration/)
- [Raptor Discovery: Masters of the Sky](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptor-discovery-masters-of-the-sky-3/)
- [Raptor Discovery: Masters of the Sky](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptor-discovery-masters-of-the-sky-2/)
- [Raptor Discovery: Masters of the Sky](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptor-discovery-masters-of-the-sky/)
- [Little Wings Story Time](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/little-wings-story-time/)
- [Raptor Explorers Family Program](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptor-explorers-family-program/)
- [Flights and Feathers at the JH Airport](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/flights-and-feathers-at-the-jh-airport-3/)
- [Alive @ 5!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/alive-5-2/)
- [Raptors at The Cloudveil](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptors-at-the-cloudveil-2/)
- [Raptor Adaptations: Masters of Survival](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptor-adaptations-masters-of-survival/)
- [Raptors of Wyoming: Habitats and Homes](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptors-of-wyoming-habitats-and-homes/)
- [Raptor Connections: Introduction to Raptors](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptor-connections-introduction-to-raptors/)
- [Flights and Feathers at the JH Airport](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/flights-and-feathers-at-the-jh-airport-2/)
- [Wild Wings & Holiday Cheer](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/wild-wings-holiday-cheer/)
- [Avian Experience](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/avian-experience-2/)
- [Flights and Feathers at the JH Airport](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/flights-and-feathers-at-the-jh-airport/)
- [Birds on the Block](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/birds-on-the-block/)
- [Alive @ 5!](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/alive-5/)
- [Raptors on The National Elk Refuge](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptors-on-the-national-elk-refuge/)
- [Raptors at The Cloudveil](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/raptors-at-the-cloudveil/)
- [Feathered Fridays at Jackson Hole Airport](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/feathered-fridays-at-jackson-hole-airport/)
- [Winged Wednesdays](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/winged-wednesdays/)
- [Avian Experience](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/avian-experience/)
- [Behind-the-Scenes](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/behind-the-scenes/)
- [Family Program](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/series/family-program/)

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/category/uncategorized/)
- [Blog](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/category/blog/)
- [Patient Stories](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/category/patient-stories/)
- [Press Releases](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/category/press-releases/)
- [Annual Newsletters](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/category/annual-newsletters/)

## Tags

- [avian influenza](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/avian-influenza/)
- [HPAI](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/hpai/)
- [Manzana](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/manzana/)
- [Barn Owl](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/barn-owl/)
- [conservation](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/conservation/)
- [site improvement](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/site-improvement/)
- [migration](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/migration/)
- [Swainson's hawk](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/swainsons-hawk/)
- [resident raptor](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/resident-raptor/)
- [American kestrel](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/american-kestrel/)
- [Beatrix](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/beatrix/)
- [volunteers](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/volunteers/)
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- [Great Gray Owl](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/great-gray-owl/)
- [Research](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/research/)
- [Bald Eagle](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/bald-eagle/)
- [sage-grouse](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/sage-grouse/)
- [Great Horned Owl](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/great-horned-owl/)
- [Rough-legged Hawk](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/rough-legged-hawk/)
- [avian ambassadors](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/avian-ambassadors/)
- [Rehabilitation](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/rehabilitation/)
- [Aviation](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/aviation/)
- [Fledging](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/fledging/)
- [Rescue](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/rescue/)
- [Raptors](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/raptors/)
- [Barn](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/barn/)
- [Education](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/education/)
- [Biodiversity](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/biodiversity/)
- [Garden](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/garden/)
- [Hawk](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/hawk/)
- [Shoulder Repair](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/shoulder-repair/)
- [Thunder Basin](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/thunder-basin/)
- [Wild Raptors](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/wild-raptors/)
- [Avian](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/avian/)
- [Ambassador](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/ambassador/)
- [Volunteer](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/volunteer/)
- [Service Groups](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/service-groups/)
- [Birds](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/birds/)
- [Survival](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/survival/)
- [Women](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/women/)
- [Wildlife](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/wildlife/)
- [Osprey](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/osprey/)
- [Turkey](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/turkey/)
- [Vulture Day](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/vulture-day/)
- [Turkey Vulture](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/turkey-vulture/)
- [Fun Run](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/fun-run/)
- [Rally](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/rally/)
- [Fundraiser](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/fundraiser/)
- [Chemistry](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/chemistry/)
- [Breeding](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/breeding/)
- [Owl](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/owl/)
- [Tribute](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/tribute/)
- [Halloween](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/halloween/)
- [Species](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/species/)
- [Eagles](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/eagles/)
- [Holiday](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/holiday/)
- [Nature Shop](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/nature-shop/)
- [Giving Tuesday](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/giving-tuesday/)
- [Raptor](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/raptor/)
- [Golden Eagle](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/golden-eagle/)
- [Habitat](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/habitat/)
- [Window](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/window/)
- [Accipiter](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/accipiter/)
- [Contribution](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/contribution/)
- [Program](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/program/)
- [Poo-Poo Project](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/poo-poo-project/)
- [Valentine's Day](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/valentines-day/)
- [IAATE Conference](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/iaate-conference/)
- [Blood Chemistry](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/blood-chemistry/)
- [Falcons](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/falcons/)
- [Ambassadors](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/ambassadors/)
- [Intern](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/intern/)
- [Social Media](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/social-media/)
- [Falcon](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/falcon/)
- [Great Grey Owl](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/great-grey-owl/)
- [Community](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/community/)
- [Environment](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/environment/)
- [Ecosystem](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/tag/ecosystem/)

## Team Categories

- [Staff](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/team_category/staff/)

## Portfolio Categories

- [Resident Raptors](https://tetonraptorcenter.org/raptor_category/resident-raptors/)