World Center For Birds of Prey - Velma Morrison Interpretive Center

Velma Morrison Interpretive Center

The Peregrine Fund made the world of raptors more accessible to the public at the Velma Morrison Interpretive Center, established in 1992. The facility features interactive displays, multi-media shows and live demonstrations with hawks, falcons, eagles and owls. Visitors may observe a live California Condor, Harpy Eagle and other raptors. The environmental education program has three components: general public, school-endorsed programs, and outreach. All three use live raptors as an avenue for promoting conservation of birds of prey and their habitat. The interpretive center draws approximately 30,000 visitors annually.

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