Tag: Conservation

Great Blue Herons and Beavers: Thursday, 4/23/26 at 6 PM

The Great Blue Heron Rookery Commensal Symbiosis in Action:  Commensalism is a type of symbiotic relationship where one species (the commensal) benefits – obtaining food, shelter, or transportation – while the host species remains unaffected.  Join Ron Watson as he discusses the relationship between the Great Blue Heron and the beaver and how they have become a conservation success story. About the presenter:  An Atkinson resident, Watson is an outdoors-man… Read more

Radical Raptors! ~ Thursday, 9/25/25 at 6 PM

Discover the fascinating world of raptors. Tailwinds: Raptor Education and Conservation will introduce you to three live raptor ambassadors. You’ll enjoy a talk about their unique characteristics, adaptations, and importance to our ecosystem. Learn how we can help them thrive. Please visit tailwinds.live for more information about Tailwinds Raptor Education & Conservation. Sponsored by the Friends of the Kimball Library.… Read more