Upcoming Summer Wildlife Speaker Series:

July 31 – Beavers with Torrey Ritter
Host: Ruby Habitat Foundation
Time: BBQ potluck at 5:30 PM (bring side/salad/dessert), Talk at 7:00 PM
Location: Woodson Ranch Visitor Center, near Laurin
Details: Discover beavers’ role in shaping local ecosystems.

August 6 – Golden Eagles with Marco Restani
Host: Madison Conservation District
Time: Free pizza at 5:30 PM, Talk at 6:00 PM
Location: Madison Theater, Ennis
Details: Learn about eagle protection efforts from a Northwestern Energy biologist.

August 9 – Elk Calves with Andi Stewart
Host: Jack Creek Preserve
Time: Potluck at 6:00 PM (pulled pork provided, bring side/salad/dessert), Talk at 7:00 PM
Location: Jack Creek Outdoor Education Center, Ennis (Gate Code: 080925#)
Details: A deep dive into elk population monitoring.

August 19 – Migrating Birds with Mia Cignoni
Host: Madison River Foundation
Time: Food at 5:30 PM, Talk at 6:00 PM
Location: TBD in Ennis
Details: Explore migratory birds like nighthawks and kingfishers.

August 20 – Hummingbirds with Bret Tobalske
Host: Centennial Valley Association
Time: Potluck at 6:00 PM (bring side/salad/dessert), Talk at 7:00 PM
Location: Rosie’s Cantina, Taft Nicholson Center, Lima
Details: Discover the fascinating flight and biology of hummingbirds.

August 27 – Great Horned Owls with Raptor Resource Center
Host: Jackson’s Garden
Time: Talk at 5:30 PM, Meal after (beer brats, hotdogs, sides, and drinks)
Location: Jackson’s Garden, 3 miles east of Sheridan
Details: See Boo the owl up close and learn about raptor conservation.