Meet live birds of prey with environmental educator and naturalist Mike Callahan at Mount Aventine in Chapman State Park.

What to expect

  • A live raptors presentation with Mike Callahan
  • An opportunity to learn about birds of prey at historic Mount Aventine
  • Suggested donations support preservation and restoration of the manor house

Before you go

  • Sunday, October 11, 2026 · 1:30–4 p.m.
  • Mount Aventine at Chapman State Park
  • $5 suggested donation
  • Use the organizer’s registration form and select Live Raptors

Program information

Friends of Chapman State Park presents Mike Callahan, an environmental educator and naturalist with the Nanjemoy Creek Environmental Education Center, for a live raptors program at Mount Aventine.

Two presentations on Sunday, October 11: 1:30–2:30 p.m. and 3–4 p.m. This combined listing covers both presentations, with a break from 2:30 to 3 p.m.

A $5 suggested donation helps preserve and restore Mount Aventine. The organizer offers an event registration form; select “Live Raptors” and enter your party size. Check with the organizer for attendance questions.

Location: Mount Aventine, Chapman State Park, 3452 Ferry Place, Indian Head, MD 20640. View the official park information and Friends of Chapman calendar for visit details and updates.

Plan your visit

Open event registration

A simple way to help

Help Spread the Word

Download and share the official Live Raptors program flyer, including both October 11 presentation times.

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Live Raptors with Mike Callahan at Mount Aventine flyer