The Manitoba Burrowing Owl Recovery Program

Last day to order your Team Burrowing Owl hooded sweatshirts! We have decide to not sell these on our website. BUT, they will be available as a donation incentive for the "Great Canadian Giving Challenge" in June. FYI- the donation incentive will be much more that $50. Either way, buy now or donate later. Each purchase and donation help our cause!... Message us on IG, Facebook or at [email protected] to order today. #burrowingowl #mborp #recoveryprogram #reintroduction #owlsofinstagram #makingadifference #conservationmatters #manitoba #madeinmanitoba #local #lovewhereyoulive #joblove #owllove #owlnation

Happy World Migratory Bird day! Burrowing Owls are a migratory species. They have a long migration every year that takes them from Canada to the Gulf of Mexico and into Mexico. Like many other migratory birds they face numerous survival challenges along migration.... Things you can do to help birds: Use decals on your windows to reduce bird strikes. Turn off your lights at home during migration. Light pollution can throw birds off their path. Reduce your carbon footprint to aid in the global climate crisis. Climate change is everywhere and affects all species. Increase in extreme weather events are inevitable and are extremely detrimental to migratory birds along migration. Thanks to @fisher604 for the photo of our education ambassador owl Ko'ko. #burrowingowl #recoveryprogram #mborp #endangeredspecies #migration #manitoba #makingadifference #conservationmatters #biodiversity #birdfriendly #reintroduction #owllove #owlnation #owlsofintagram #educationowls

Chirp, Chirp! If you listen closely, you'll hear one of the other males calling in the background. This "Chripy" fella is definitely a little annoyed and wants to make a stand that this lady and burrow are his. A reminder --- Only 4 days left to order a Team Burrowing Owl sweatshirts (see our previous posts for options) They are $50 & free local pick up in Winnipeg. We will ship anywhere (for additional cost). All proceeds to go back to MBORP to help burrowing owls in Manitoba. Message us at [email protected] or through a private message to get your order in now!

Best day of the year for our captive-release owls, back out to the field for breeding season! We transferred the owls yesterday (May 3rd) to their summer homes in SWMB. Now we wait for eggs! Also, I'm happy to say Jessica is back this year working as our field supervisor (Yay!! ) and please give a warm welcome to Taylor who has joined our team! Taylor is in her third year at Brandon University. She loves being busy and is pumped to dig lot of burrows this summer! Thank yo...u again to the wonderful @wpotrebka_photography for the great photos! Please be sure to give him a follow! #mborp #burrowingowl #recoveryprogram #reintroduction #owlsofinstagram #endangeredspecies #conservationmatters #makingadifference #manitoba #education #breedingseason #owllove #joblove #teamwork

The owls are all ready for their return to the wild. We transfer the owls tomorrow (May 3rd) to the reintroduction sites. They will be paired and once they have nested will be released back into the wild. Thank you to our program partner Assiniboine Park & Zoo for their amazing care of our feathered friends over the winter months. We will post photos later this week from the field, so stay tuned.

Say what? The pre-sale has been extended for the team burrowing owl sweatshirts!? Yay! Sale extended until May 10th! See our previous posts for options and cost and then send us a DM or email at [email protected]. Thanks for Giving a Hoot! ... #mborp #burrowingowl #teamburrowingowl #makingadifference #owlnation #owlsofintagram #endangeredspecies #recoveryprogram #reintroduction #helpushelpthem

The burrowing owl, like many other species, blend into their environment. Can you find the owl? Burrowing Owls in Canada thrive in the grasslands. In Manitoba, the mixed-grass prairie is where we find most wild burrowing owls. It is also where we have established our release sites and where we focus are efforts for habitat enhancements including the installation of artificial nest burrows. Fun fact: Did you know that burrowing owls cannot dig their own burrow/nest? They need... the help of badgers, foxes and ground squirrels to excavate the burrow and then move on in once the diggers have moved on. The owls do some renovations to the burrows. They dig a bit and move dirt around, make the tunnel wider. They also line their nest with grass and manure. You might think this sounds like a stinky situation but it's very smart. It attracts insects (a main part of their diet) and covers the scent of newly hatched young. #mborp #burrowingowl #recoveryprogram #reintroduction #owlsofinstagram #owlnation #owllove #themoreyouknow #conservationmatters #biodiversity #grasslands #prairie

We made it! 2021 is full of optimism. We wish you and yours the most wonderful things in the new year ahead. THANK YOU to all our loyal supporters for your help this year! Without your donations we would not have been able to continue our program through 2020 and into 2021. We appreciate you!! ... Happy New Year from MBORP! #happynewyear #mborp #burrowingowl #recoveryprogram #reintroduction #endangeredspecies #recoveryprogram #educationowls

Wishing you all a safe, happy, and healthy Owl-iday! Thank you to all who have supported us this year and those who will continue to support our work to help recover Burrowing Owls in 2021. ... May 2021 be full of hope and more Burrowing Owls! #burrowingowl #merrychristmas #happyholidays #owllove #idigburrowingowls #conservationmatters #conservation #educationowls #mborp #makingadifference #happyholidays #happynewyear #merryeverything #owlnation #owlsofintagram #endangeredspecies #recoveryprogram #reintroduction

Thank you to Southwood Elementary for having Ko'ko, Bindi and Alex join your classroom for a virtual presentation! Look at the amazing artwork from some of the students that attended. It was great to connect with such a great group of children with such great questions! We are booking virtual presentations after Jan 11th in the new year. Message us to book your school or group in for a visit!... #burrowingowl #recoveryprogram #reintroduction #owlsofinstagram #owlnation #owllove #endangeredspecies #conservationmatters #educationowls #education #mborp #virtualvisits

Living in a little winter wonderland. Bindi loves to sit looking out the window most days. Now she has the perfect little perch to sit on while she watches birds out the window. There are 13 days left in 2020 ! Make the most of them and get outside! The weather is great here (in Winnipeg). There are several Christmas Bird counts you can join in on. Here is one if you are interested in learning about birds and participating in a long-time citizen science project. https://...www.birdscanada.org/bird-scie/christmas-bird-count/ Also, 13 days left for charitable donations for 2020. We would love your support! Two more days to receive our donation incentives including the book "Little Owl, Little Owl" and be entered to win a virtual meet & greet with Ko'ko & Bindi our education owls. Donate here https://www.canadahelps.org//souris-river-watershed-distri #mborp #burrowingowl #recoveryprogram #reintroduction #owlsofinstagram #christmas #conservationmatters #makingadifference #recoveryprogram #endangeredspecies #christmasbirdcount #idigburrowingowls #educationowls

Hi everyone! #GivingTuesday (Dec 1) is just around the corner. We will be posting details about ways for you to make a huge impact for our program on the 30th. In the meantime, can you please follow the link to enter our program in for a chance to win $5,000? It takes a minute of your time and there is no cost. It would really mean a lot!

Flash sale! The last of our Burrowing Owl t-shirts are up for grabs! Here's what we have available: 5 youth size 12 - Yellow "I Dig Burrowing Owls" - 2 SOLD... 4 youth size large - Green - 1 SOLD 3 youth size large- Brown 4 adult size small - Brown 1 adult size medium- Brown 1 adult size medium - Gray SOLD 3 adult size small - Black - 1 SOLD And that's it for our stock. All but the yellow shirts have printed info and map on the back. Also, the design on the Gray and Black is from local artist @christineleader! Feel good. Support a local conservation program. Get a cool shirt for yourself, a friend, or a family member! Youth shirts are $20 no tax + shipping Adult shirts are $25 no tax + shipping. Pick up in Winnipeg is an option! Message us on IG, Facebook or at [email protected] to lock in your selection soon! #mborp #burrowingowl #supportlocal #supportconservation #owllove #idigburrowingowls

Happy Friday Folks! Thanks to the Manitoba Beef Producers for sharing fun and interesting facts about MBORP and Burrowing Owls all week. Here is Friday's!

Read about interesting and rare bird sighting throughout Manitoba via the Important Bird Area Program here in Manitoba. MBORP's burrowing owls sightings are discussed in the latest blog update below! https://importantbirdareasmb.ca//iba-bird-highlights-of-2/

Now more than ever it's important to shop local. Look at this awesome Manitoban brand @stoneowlshop. Cozy wear for the harsh Manitoba winter temperatures that are coming our way... sooner than later. Also, an added bonus, they want to help out our program with a donation! Check them out, buy a hoodie or top! www.stoneowlshop.com... #supportlocal #Manitoba #canada #owllove #owlnation #owlsofintagram #mborp #burrowingowl #givingback

Connect with the International Owl Center and David Johnson this Sunday online. We've had the pleasure of working alongside David in Oregon in 2018 with the Global Owl Project. He's not only an owl expert but such a lovely person too.

Looking to support local this Holiday season and help an endangered species? Starting today (November 16) through to Dec 20 if you make a donation of $50 you will receive a copy of "Little Owl, Little Owl" written by Alex Froese, MBORPs director. Want to make a donation in someone's name? You can do this as a one-time donation or monthly! All monthly donations will receive a copy of the book as well. We will also send a certificate to the individual the donation was made for.... As an added bonus, all donations over $100 (Nov 16- Dec 20) will be entered to win a virtual meet and greet with Ko'ko & Bindi, the education Burrowing Owls. *All donations are tax-deductible. Make your donations here https://www.canadahelps.org//souris-river-watershed-distr/ #supportlocal #makeadifference #holidays #christmas #mborp #burrowingowl #recoveryprogram #reintroduction #owlsofinstagram #owlnation #owllove

Have a special little one to buy for this holiday season? We've got the perfect gift for you! Purchase a copy of the limited edition "Little Owl, Little Owl" written by Alex Froese, MBORPs director. It's a feel good gift as all proceeds from the sale of the book go to MBORPs program activities. We have two ways you can get a copy. One way is to make a donation of $50 https://www.canadahelps.org//souris-river-watershed-distr/ and you will receive a copy of the book and a tax-reciept. Other option is to purchase the book directly from our program for $20 (shipping $4 in Canada and $6 for US). You can purchase the book at www.mborp.ca or by sending us a message at [email protected] #supportlocal #makeadifference #holidays #christmas #mborp #burrowingowl #recoveryprogram #reintroduction #owlsofinstagram #owlnation #owllove

Exciting news! We are now booking LIVE virtual educational presentations. Presentations will focus on a variety of topics revolving around one of Manitoba’s most iconic and endangered grassland species, the burrowing owl! You will learn about what biologists, conservationists, farmers and local community organizations are doing to conserve grasslands and increase biodiversity! Lots of options Option #1: "For the Little Owls" This presentation is best suited for early-years... (Pre-K to Grade 4). Option #2: "Wise Owls" This presentation is best suited for middle years (Grade 5-8). Option #3: "The aspiring Bi-owl-igist This presentation is best suited for Senior-years (Grade 9-12). Option #4: "The Parliament" This presentation is best suited for community groups. We cover a variety of topics including those mentioned in Option #2 & #3 and add more data and stats for our naturalist, biologist, conservationist and enthusiastic owl-loving friends. Contact us at [email protected] for more information on presentation options and to book your presentation today!

Someone missed the memo on migration! Burrowing Owls in Canada are a migratory species. They leave the Canadian Prairies in the fall heading south to warmer temperatures and lots of yummy food. They return to Northern US and Canada in the Spring. The Western Burrowing Owl has both migratory and resident populations throughout North America. These populations can interact during the non-breeding season in the southern US and Mexico. This male owl is one of our captive-releas...e owls. He was the only owl left at the release site on our final check on October 17. Due to snowy weather, cold temps and very few insects in sight, we made the decision to bring this fella back to overwinter @assiniboineparkzoo. On occasion, we have had a few captive-release owls who do not disperse (leave) the release field. We aren't quite sure why a handful of owls over the years haven't attempted to leave. Not to worry, he will be given a chance to be wild next Spring. Colin Froese #migration #burrowingowl #mborp #owlnation #owllove #owlsofintagram #recoveryprogram #reintroduction

A friend and advocate of the grasslands, Dr Chris Artuso gives a great talk about biodiversity and the need for grassland conservation. Check it out!

Mark your calendars for Owl-ween Event! Invite Alex, Ko'ko and Bindi into your home on Halloween at 11am CST for a encore reading of "Little Owl, Little Owl". Alex will also discuss some cool and spooky facts about owls and have a question and answer session. And of course, Ko'ko and Bindi will be there too! The event will run live on Zoom. A minimum donation of $10 is requested. Donations can be made through Canada Helps https://www.canadahelps.org//souris-river-waters...hed-distr/ Donations of $25 or more will receive a tax receipt. If you'd prefer to pay via etransfer or PayPal, these options are available as well. Message us for those details! Once your donation is received, you will be sent a unique Zoom meeting ID to attend the virtual event. The event will run 30-45 mins. Not familiar with zoom. Download it here, it's free https://zoom.us/download See more