Vancouver, Wash. – Clark County’s Green Neighbors Program is celebrating its fifth anniversary from 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15, at the Water Resources Education Center, 4600 S.E. Columbia Way. Admission is free and light refreshments will be provided.

Featured speaker is John Prucich, a wildlife biologist, conservationist and licensed falconer known as The Falconer. He will explain the difference between nocturnal and diurnal animals and bring in live owls and other animals that hunt in the night. He will discuss their diets, ability to fly with barely a sound, and conservation efforts that can help ensure these animals have a future.

“We are excited to recognize five successful years of the Green Neighbors program,” said Sally Fisher, Green Neighbors program coordinator. “We’re inviting people of all ages to come enjoy a cupcake and celebrate this milestone with us and creatures of the night.”

Guests will learn what owls eat by comparing the bones, skulls and teeth found in owl pellets to charts and pictures. They will discover the less scary side of bats – heroes of the night that eat insects, spread seeds and pollinate plants.

Clark County’s Green Neighbors program helps citizens create a sustainable lifestyle. The program promotes green living through a variety of community events such as the Natural Garden Tour, Wastebusters and the Recycled Arts Festival.

To stay up to date on green tips and local events, sign up for the Green Neighbors newsletter at http://clarkgreenneighbors.org/newsletter-signup/modify.

CONTACT
Sally Fisher
Public Health
360.397.2121 ext. 4939
sally.fisher@clark.wa.gov