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The Interpretive Centre opened its gates to the public for the first time in the spring of 1997.

Located at the Moose Jaw Exhibition Grounds, the site was chosen because several pairs of burrowing owls typically nest in the infield of the adjacent field (an abandoned racetrack!).  This year is first year that Burrowing Owls have not returned to the infield. We hope that next year they will return.

In the beginning, SBOIC consisted of a small interpretive centre that showcased pictures and displays, and was staffed by a single person.  Visitors could use spotting scopes from an observation blind to view the owls nesting in the infield of the racetrack.       

       

COME TAKE A LOOK!

In the summer months, SBOIC's focus is on in-house tours of our facility. Emphasis is on learning about the prairie ecosystem, and the conservation of species and habitat. Bring a whole class or bring your family. Our interpretive staff give guided tours and pass along information about research and conservation efforts being made by SBOIC and our partners.

Such a visit to the Centre includes:

• a walk through a giant burrow;
• the opportunity to view SBOIC's captive owls in their outdor enclosure;
• the chance to see wild hawks, coyotes, jackrabbits, gophers, and other prairie wildlife in the adjacent field;
• the opportunity to learn more about native prairie plants in Evergreen Native Prairie Garden;
• the chance to hike the 1.0km Luna Interpretive Trail; 
• and perhaps the chance to meet one of our imprinted owls!