North House Folk School

Friday

Presentation: A Window To the Wild
7pm

Nature and Wildlife Photographer Ryan Pennesi will share stories of close encounters and offer a glimpse into the secretive lives of our wild furred and winged counterparts.There will be moose, bears, owls, wild cats, wolves, and many more fascinating critters featured from Minnesota's North shore. Ryan's journey as a photographer is complimented by his professional career as a forestry and wildlife technician. We will hear about conservation efforts, research and wildlife monitoring projects currently happening in Northeast Minnesota. Using remotely triggered cameras paired with tracking techniques, Ryan will share intimate animal portraits and depictions of their habitats with unique perspectives. Come take a walk on the wild side of Minnesota!

Saturday

Presentation: Raptors of the Midwest
7pm

Whether spotted soaring through the air over the palisades at Tettegouche, perched in the tallest white pine on a remote Boundary Waters lake or digging into a roadkill buffet along Hwy 61, raptors are a familiar sight on the North Shore. Join Michaela Brevig of The Raptor Center to discover the 31 species of raptors of Minnesota. She’ll share images, range maps, and audio recordings to introduce many types of these amazing birds seen throughout the region, with a special emphasis on the species that can be seen on the North Shore.  

Sunday

Family Program: Raptors!
10am - 12pm

Join in the fun with the whole family on Sunday morning. This family program will enrapture all ages, with a live raptor presentation that will explore raptor natural history, their role in our shared environment, and common environmental threats they face. The program will include an eagle, hawk, falcon, and owl. After a quick snack break, we’ll delve into the recovery of the Peregrine Falcon, a powerful success story for what is possible when we come together to protect species and their environments. This part of the program will tell this incredible story and TRC’s role in the recovery of the Peregrine Falcon in the Midwest. To experience the extent of eggshell degradation due to DDT, the program will include an interactive eggshell strength demonstration that will leave audiences shocked!  No registration necessary, kids and parents of all ages are welcome, though the material will be geared towards ages 7+.