Sunday Talk: “From the Ground Up: Bringing Back the Burrowing Owl to BC”
September 14 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm PDT
Athene cunicularia hypugaea, the Western Burrowing Owl, is a species at risk in Canada, extirpated from BC in the 1980s. For 30 years the Burrowing Owl Conservation Society of British Columbia (BOCSBC) has been working on reintroducing Burrowing Owls to our grasslands through captive breeding and habitat enhancement. Lauren Meads, Executive Director of BOCSBC, will discuss the successes and obstacles of working with this remarkable grassland bird.
🗓️ Date: Sunday, Sept 14, 2025
🕜 Time: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: Included with daily site admission OR free with a 2025 Season Pass.
About the Sunday Speaker Series:
Each Sunday from May through October, we welcome a new guest presenter into our Apple House to share fascinating stories and insights into the natural, cultural, and historical landscape of our region. Topics range widely—from Indigenous history and pioneer technologies to Victorian gardening, food traditions, conservation efforts, and beyond. Presentations are informal, engaging, and typically run about 45–60 minutes.
We look forward to welcoming you!
