TAS Program - Owls of Kansas

Chuck Otte “Owls of Kansas”Eleven species of owls have been confirmed in Kansas, and many of them live quietly among us. Because they’re most active at night, these powerful and mysterious birds often go unseen. In this program, Chuck will introduce us to the owls that ......More

Chuck Otte “Owls of Kansas”Eleven species of owls have been confirmed in Kansas, and many of them live quietly among us. Because they’re most active at night, these powerful and mysterious birds often go unseen. In this program, Chuck will introduce us to the owls that call Kansas home and explore the features that make them such skilled and silent hunters. Whether you're a lifelong birdwatcher or just curious about what hoots in the dark, this is a chance to learn more about the fascinating lives of owls.

Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS

TAS Bird Walk

Meet at McDonald Field at Shunga Park. Binoculars are available to borrow.

Birds & Beer dinner

Join us for dinner and talk of birds. Please RSVP 2 days before, to Debby McKee at [email protected] so we have enough seats for everyone.

Blind Tiger Brewery & Restaurant, 417 SW 37th St, Topeka, KS 66611, USA

Melvern Lake

Join TAS for our field trip to Melvern Lake (and possibly Pomona Lake). Meet at the McDonald's Parking Lot at 21st and Belle to carpool.

Melvern Lake, Kansas, USA

Woodcock Walk - Osage State Fishing Lake

Join TAS for our Woodcock walk at Osage State Fishing Lake. Meet near the vault toilet near the southwest corner of the lake.

Osage State Fishing Lake, Fairfax Township, KS 66414, USA

Woodcock Walk - Felker Park

Join TAS for our woodcock walk at Felker Park. Meet at the tennis and bocce ball courts off of Gage Blvd.

Felker Park, Topeka, KS 66604, USA

TAS Program-Wildlife of Brazil’s Pantanal Program

The Wildlife of Brazil’s Pantanal Program by Janeen WaltersJaneen Walters has been birdwatching for over 30 years and loves sharing her travels with others. In this program, she takes us to Brazil’s Pantanal—home to the world’s largest freshwater wetlands and a haven fo......More

The Wildlife of Brazil’s Pantanal Program by Janeen WaltersJaneen Walters has been birdwatching for over 30 years and loves sharing her travels with others. In this program, she takes us to Brazil’s Pantanal—home to the world’s largest freshwater wetlands and a haven for wildlife. You’ll see photos and hear stories of the region’s vibrant birdlife and its most iconic mammals: the Jaguar, Giant Anteater, Giant Otter, Brazilian Tapir, and Capybara. Janeen taught middle school science for 34 years and continues to inspire curiosity through Nature Camp and her work as a zoo docent.

Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library, 1515 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS

TAS Bird Walk

Meet at McDonald Field at Shunga Park. Binoculars are available to borrow.

Birds & Beer dinner

Join us for dinner and talk of birds. Please RSVP 2 days before, to Debby McKee at [email protected] so we have enough seats for everyone.

Blind Tiger Brewery & Restaurant, 417 SW 37th St, Topeka, KS 66611, USA

Shawnee State Fishing Lake

Join TAS for our field trip to Shawnee State Fishing Lake. Meet at the dam on the east side of the south end of the lake.

Shawnee State Fishing Lake, Menoken Township, KS 66618, USA