PROGRAMS
Teton Raptor Center invites you to meet and learn about raptors at one of our programs in the community, in your classroom, at your private event, or even online. We also offer onsite programs at TRC, where reservations are required. We are not a display or walk-through facility, so booking a program is the best way to “meet the birds.”
See below to book your Avian Experience or learn more about our free community programs!
Avian Experience at TRC
Visit our newly restored historic campus and step inside the enchanting upstairs loft of the Hardeman Barn, featuring beautiful high ceilings and original barn rafters. Join us for a 60-minute sit-down presentation where you’ll have the unique opportunity to meet up to three of our Avian Ambassador birds, presented on-glove by our knowledgeable educators.
During this engaging experience, you’ll learn about the vital role raptors play in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, our ongoing research projects, and the treatments provided in our clinic for injured, ill, and orphaned raptors and corvids. This program is perfect for bird enthusiasts of all ages but is best suited for children five and older.
Reservations are required for this unforgettable live-bird experience. Discover the wonder of raptors in a historic and captivating setting!
October 1, 2024 through March 31, 2025:
- Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 2 pm
- Additional Thanksgiving Week Programs: November 25 & 26 at 2 pm
Behind-the-Scenes Program
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, there is no physical contact with the public. This program is for ages 6+. Due to concerns about Avian Influenza, we provide shoe covers upon entry to the Roost. Please avoid contact with poultry or waterfowl 72 hours before the program to prevent potential virus transfer.
Wild 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…
- 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 crafts and educational displays in our Learning Lab.
Meet one of our Avian Ambassadors from 4:30 – 5:30 pm.
Free entry!
Winged Wednesdays
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 TRC’s restored Hardeman Barn. Not suitable for kids under 5.
Program generously supported by Graham Faupel Mendenhall & Associates and First Interstate Bank.
Family Programs
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 4 and 12 years of age. Younger kids may need assistance. Programs will have a new theme each month. The cost includes supplies for the activity.
Private Programs and Events
TRC offers private raptor encounters on our campus or at your location. We also welcome outside groups to host their events in one of our beautiful spaces. Learn more and find an option that works for your group.
Classroom Programs
Live raptors just a few feet away or close up on a virtual platform is an exciting experience students never forget! These classroom visits are designed to allow students to experience a learning adventure that is tailored to their age, understanding, and current learning objectives. Discussion topics may include traits of raptors, adaptations of diurnal and nocturnal raptors, fables and stories about raptors, local birds of prey, predator and prey relationships in a food chain, conservation trends and much more.
CALL TO BOOK: 307.203.2551
Bird Day Parties
Celebrate your bird-day with Teton Raptor Center! Enjoy a 2-hour experience meeting a bird and participating in a bird-themed activity of your choice. We provide tables, chairs, a bird-themed photo booth, indoor/outdoor space, and bird-themed lawn games (season dependent). Celebrations are available year-round except Sundays and they can be booked 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call our office to book your special day!
CALL TO BOOK: 307.203.2551
Gift Cards
Give an experience to remember! A gift card in the value of your choosing will leave a lasting impression for bird enthusiasts of all ages.
Can't make it to Jackson Hole? You can still meet the birds.
Give a Hoot – on Zoom! Let one of our owls pop in to say hello during your next meeting, family gathering or online class. If you’re meeting on Zoom, Google Hangout or Go2Meeting we would love to join you!