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Join the hoot! Festival of Owls Week begins on March 1! March couldn’t start in a more exciting way as we create a hubble and bubble of joy around these serene yet mysterious creatures. Did you know, this event was initially celebrated in just small community in Minnesota, USA, more than two decades earlier? Today, it hoots loud enough to be heard all around the globe! Owls, the symbols of wisdom and keepers of sacred knowledge in many cultures, deserve all the fascination and adoration they get. So, spread your wings and prepare to glide into a week of fun, education, and appreciation for our feathered friends.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Festival Origins</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Festival of Owls Week was first organized in Houston, Minnesota.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Live Owl Encounter</div><div class='timeline-text'>The festival introduced "Live Owl Encounters" allowing attendees to interact with live owls.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Going National</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Festival of Owls was recognized nationwide, attracting thousands of owl enthusiasts from across the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Art & Photography Contest</div><div class='timeline-text'>The event started hosting an annual owl art and photography contest to promote owl awareness and appreciation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>International Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Festival of Owls Week achieved international recognition, with celebratory events taking place across the world.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Virtual Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the festival was held virtually, reaching an even larger audience from all around the globe.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host an owl-themed movie night</h3><p class='facts-text'>Enjoy some popcorn and gather your friends and family for a night full of owl-related films. It could be anything from the owl characters in Harry Potter to the legend of Guardians of Ga'Hoole, or even a documentary about owls.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Organize a nocturnal birdwatching event</h3><p class='facts-text'>Embrace the nocturnal nature of owls by organizing a night-time birdwatching event. Remember to bring binoculars, warm clothes, and a good sense of adventure!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Craft your own owl decorations</h3><p class='facts-text'>Release your creativity by making owl-themed arts and crafts. It could be knitting an owl pattern or crafting owl lanterns. Display your homemade decorations around your home or give them as gifts.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Visit an owl rehab or rescue center</h3><p class='facts-text'>Make a trip to an owl rescue or rehab center, where you can learn more about these birds and their conservation needs. If possible, adopting or sponsoring an owl would be a great contribution for its care and survival.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Participate in an owl hooting contest</h3><p class='facts-text'>Some communities organize owl hooting contests during the Festival of Owls Week. Participating in such a contest not only adds fun, but also helps to raise awareness about these magnificent creatures.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Appreciation for a unique creature</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Owls are fascinating creatures with unique features and characteristics. Festival of Owls Week allows us to appreciate these nocturnal birds more and understand the importance of their role in our ecosystem.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Fun and educational activities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From owl-themed movie nights to owl hooting contests, the festival offers a plethora of fun and educational activities that cater to people of all ages. These activities not only entertain but also educate about diverse owl species and their significance.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes owl conservation</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Festival of Owls Week serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by these beautiful creatures, urging us to participate in their conservation. Visiting rehab or rescue centers can inspire individuals to contribute to the well-being and survival of owls in whatever way they can.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Houston, Minnesota Remains the Epicenter of Festival of Owls Week</h3><p class='facts-content'>The humble beginnings of the festival in Minnesota still bear great significance, as Houston continues to be at the center of this grand celebration, hosting a variety of signature events and activities during the week.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Festival Highlights all Species of Owls</h3><p class='facts-content'>The festival shines the spotlight on all owl species globally, fostering understanding and appreciation of the diversity, unique characteristics, and conservation needs across different species.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Owls Play a Major Part in Mythologies</h3><p class='facts-content'>The festival also serves as an occasion to revisit and explore how owls are perceived across various cultures and mythologies around the world, highlighting their wartime connection in Roman legends, and reverence as bearers of wisdom or bad omens in different societies.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Festival Promotes Scientific Research on Owls</h3><p class='facts-content'>Apart from attracting owl lovers across the globe, the Festival of Owls Week serves as a platform to promote scientific research on various aspects of owl biology, ecology, and conservation.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The festival Emphasizes the Role of Citizen Science</h3><p class='facts-content'>The event underscores the importance of citizen science projects, such as bird spotting and recording owl sightings. This engagement not only enriches our existing knowledge about owls but may lead to timely interventions if an owl population is at risk.</p></div></div>
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