Friday, September 3, 2010

International Vulture Awareness Day

We love vultures!  Do you?
Join us on Saturday, September 4th, as we celebrate International Vulture Awareness Day 2010!
Dorothy, an Andean Condor that will be on display, has a wingspan of 10ft and a beak strong enough to rip through seal and whale hide.

Ewwww, Vultures are Gross!  But we need them the most!  Find out more at World Bird Sanctuary as we take part in the international celebration of all things vulture. 

·      Kids will love the Vulture Knowledge Test Table and the scavenger hunt, with prizes.
·      Shows featuring vultures and other animals, as well as music from the Raptor Project.
·      Special vulture exhibits, including Turkey Vultures and an Andean Condor (on public display for the first time at World Bird Sanctuary).
Turkey Vultures are native to Missouri.

Date: September 4th, 2010
Time: 10am – 3pm
Vulture shows: 11.30am and 2pm
Activities: Scavenger Hunt, Activities Table, Prizes!

Admission and parking is free!

Sponsored by AmerenUE.


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