# Owl Prowl — Delaware Canal State Park

> Event for families in the Philadelphia–Camden–Wilmington area (PA / NJ / DE / MD). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Oct 24 · 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Where: Delaware Canal State Park (Upper Bucks meeting spot sent on registration), 11 Lodi Hill Road, Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972
- Ages: Family friendly; all ages welcome
- Price: Free!
- Organizer: Delaware Canal State Park (Pennsylvania DCNR)
- Official page: https://eventsreg.dcnr.pa.gov/register/create/54116723485862
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

A state park naturalist leads a family night of owling in Upper Bucks County. The evening starts with an introduction to Pennsylvania's owls, then the group takes a slow walk of about two miles over slightly uneven terrain, mostly listening for calls. All ages are welcome, but the park notes that hearing or seeing owls needs a quiet group, so it suits children who can walk and stay quiet in the dark. Bring a flashlight (a red light or low-powered white light is best) and water. The program is free with pre-registration, and the exact meeting place is sent in the confirmation email. It is cancelled in bad weather or hazardous conditions.

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