Owl Prowl
Owl Prowl takes place Friday, November 6, 2026
Join Ausable Bayfield Conservation for the 2026 Owl Prowl.
Experience the watershed after dark with special guests Wild Ontario.
The Owl Prowl is free but pre-registration is required.
The Owl Prowl is on Friday, November 6, 2026.
There are sessions at:
- 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The Owl Prowl takes place at 71108 Morrison Line, two kilometres east of Exeter.
- Take part in a late-night Forest Walk.
- Call to local owl species.
- Learn how to support owl habitats.
The 2026 Owl Prowl is made possible thanks to the support of Ausable Bayfield Conservation Foundation (ABCF).
- Donations to the Conservation Foundation are welcome.
Watch for news here about future Owl Prowls
Owl Prowls are a hoot!
Cassie Greidanus is Conservation Education Supervisor with Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA). “The Owl Prowl is a chance to learn about our amazing owls and other native species,” she said.
The Owl Prowl, which includes a ‘listening’ night hike, is a big success each year. There is no fee to take part but ABCA appreciates all donations towards conservation education programs. Donations of $20 or more receive a charitable gift receipt for income tax purposes.
Each session begins at the ABCA Administration Centre main office at 71108 Morrison Line. Organizers ask those taking part to dress for the weather as most of the event is outdoors. Registrants may bring a flashlight but they are to be used only in emergencies. ABCA provides the loan of a limited number of red-filtered flashlights for use during the event.
The Owl Prowl is family-friendly but it is a pet-free event.
Some people, who took part in previous Owl Prowls, provided their feedback through a survey. Some of their positive comments included “We absolutely loved it!” and “I feel truly blessed to have had the opportunity to do this and I will recommend to others to take part in this activity in the future.” Some young people who took part replied that, “This is awesome!”
ABCA thanks all the partners in the Owl Prowl including the conservation authority; Ausable Bayfield Conservation Foundation (ABCF); and Wild Ontario.