Ontario's Wye Marsh Summer Programs
and 'Birds of Prey Show' Ready to Take Off
Midland, Ontario – June 2006 – Starting
July 2nd, there will be a Bird of Prey show with flying demonstrations
every Sunday from 1:00 p.m to 2:30 p.m. This is an added feature to
this years exciting summer line-up of outdoor entertainment and family
activities at Ontario's famous Wye
Marsh.
Matt Lieberknecht, a master falconer and owner/operator
of the Central
Ontario School of Falconry will be handling the raptors with the
assistance of our staff.
Laurie Schutt, Executive Director at the Wye Marsh states,
"Matt will be flying a; Turkey Vulture, Red Tailed Hawk, Barn
Owl, Harris Hawk, and a Falcon. These presentations will be free with
general admission."
Visitors to the Marsh will see unforgettable flight
demonstrations that are both educational and entertaining. These flight
shows are enjoyable and fascinating for groups of all ages and interests.
Birds of Prey are introduced and flown in simulated hunting flights.
Some lucky spectator will have a chance to land a Raptor on their
fist. The show will provide a rare opportunity to get a close up view
of the magnificent creatures in action!
In addition to the Birds of Prey Show there are themed
weeks for each week of the summer, daily
kid's camps, and parent and tot programs. New activities for 2006
include CSI Survial Day Camps just for teens plus a 'Behind
The Scenes Eco Tour' for early birds, or a twilight tour for those
who like to sleep in. "Early morning and early evening are the
best times for wildlife viewing," adds Schutt.
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre is 90 minutes north of Toronto
in Midland Ontario and provides one of the best family value day trips
in Southern Georgian Bay's Historic Resort Destination.
For more information contact Laurie Schutt at 705-526-3294.
Editor Notes: Matt Lieberknecht received his apprenticeship
under the expert knowledge of one of Europe's most successful breeders
and respected Falconers. After working full time for this falconer
for almost a decade, Matt decided to leave West Germany to help promote
and develop the sport of Falconry in Canada. Matt is a well respected
breeder of Raptors and instructor in the art of falconry across North
America and Europe.
