MEREDITH — Fourth-graders at Inter-Lakes Elementary School kept their eyes to the sky in search of migrating hawks during the 39th annual Hawk Watch, which began on Sept. 10, when educators from Squam Lake Natural Science Center visited the school for the 'kickoff' event.
Students were introduced to a variety of live raptors, including a peregrine falcon, a turkey vulture, and an osprey.
On Sept. 12 and 13, students spent time scanning the sky with binoculars in search of hawks on the move. They identified many birds of prey, including hawks, turkey vultures, and an eagle.
The wrap-up event took place on Sept. 14, with the students viewing the data collected during their viewing times and being introduced to a barred owl.
Fourth-graders will be participating in a range of activities connected with birds of prey during their "center" activities. Dissecting owl pellets and determining the contents is always a favorite. Students will also be making bird kettles and joining in some bird-related activities.
The PTO and Squam Lakes Science Center made the lesson a memorable activity.
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