Daily Schedule
The following schedule begins Saturday, May 23 and continues through the summer until Monday, September 7. Schedule is subject to change. Please contact Admissions at 541-382-4754 with questions or contact us.
Nature Walk
10:00 am
Join a naturalist for a short walk on Museum grounds to learn about the diverse habitats that support an abundance of plants and animals in the High Desert region. Find out how humans can learn to coexist with wildlife habitats.
High Desert Ranger Station
10:00 am to 2:00 pm daily beginning May 23
Explore a historic ranger station building while learning about the ecological role of wildfire in the forest and the history of the U.S. Forest Service.
High Desert Ranch
10:00 am to 3:00 pm daily beginning May 23
Get hands-on with the past and experience interactive history. Explore how people lived and supported themselves in the High Desert. Jump in to lend a hand or ask about the many buildings and objects from various times.
Raptors of the Desert Sky
11:30 am daily (weather permitting) | May 23 through September 7
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty and power of free- flying raptors during this signature outdoor program. Watch as birds of prey soar overhead, offering a rare, close-up look at these elite hunters. It’s a 15-minute walk from the Admissions desk. The trail to the flight area may be difficult for strollers and wheelchairs. Tickets must be purchased from Admissions by 11:00 am. $8 general admission, members receive 20% discount. Learn more.
Otter Encounter
12:30 pm
Explore the role these charismatic animals play in riparian ecosystems of the High Desert and how changes in water use affects their habitats. Where are otters found? What do they eat? How are they an indicator of a healthy river community? At the Autzen Otter Exhibit
Wolves in the West
1:30 pm
At one time, the entire High Desert was home to the gray wolf. After being eliminated in the 1900s, this apex predator is now reclaiming its place on the landscape. Learn about wolf biology, the ecological balance they provide, and the challenges communities are navigating as they return to their ancestral range. At the Birds of Prey Pavilion.
Horses on the Range
2:00 pm
There are more than 85,000 free-roaming horses and burros across the West. Where did these herds originate, how are they managed, and what impact do they have on High Desert ecosystems? At the Birds of Prey Pavilion.
Desert Dwellers
3:00 pm
The High Desert is home to a stunning variety of wildlife. Join us for a close-up encounter with some of our animal ambassadors and learn the secrets of their success in this rugged landscape. At the Birds of Prey Pavilion.
Bird of Prey Encounter
4:00 pm
Meet a resident raptor and explore the remarkable adaptations that make them incredible predators. Learn about the significant role they play in the environment and discover practical steps you can take to help protect their future on the landscape. At the Birds of Prey Pavilion.