Black Friday has come and gone and we're half-way through the month of December. Christmas is only 10 days away!
Is your Christmas shopping done yet? If not, right about now you're probably starting to panic! Are you wishing for an elf who would do your shopping for you, so that you don't have to fight the holiday crowds at the mall?
We don't have an elf, but we do have the next best thing! You can avoid the crowds and finish your shopping by browsing the World Bird Sanctuary's gift shop. In addition to avoiding the crowds, your purchases will help to fund the World Bird Sanctuary's mission.
Is your Christmas shopping done yet? If not, right about now you're probably starting to panic! Are you wishing for an elf who would do your shopping for you, so that you don't have to fight the holiday crowds at the mall?
We don't have an elf, but we do have the next best thing! You can avoid the crowds and finish your shopping by browsing the World Bird Sanctuary's gift shop. In addition to avoiding the crowds, your purchases will help to fund the World Bird Sanctuary's mission.
Just a small sampling of the gift items available in our gift shop
Our gift shop offers a variety of items ranging from small and unusual stocking stuffers to books, jewelry, t-shirts and outdoor wear, and a host of other original items—all with a nature related theme. All of these items may be purchased in person while enjoying a leisurely day wandering the grounds of the World Bird Sanctuary and enjoying a day away from the crowds at the mall.Don’t have time to visit in person? Other gift options that may be purchased on-line from the comfort of your home include:
BUY A BRICK
For those on your list that fall into the “hard to buy for” category consider giving them a lasting gift – a brick to be installed in our amphitheater with your holiday wishes or other sentiment inscribed on it. Two brick sizes are available, with the option of including a presentation gift certificate for gift giving. To purchase a brick click here.
ADOPT A BIRD
Our adorable Goblin--just one of the many animals available for adoption
All of the birds and other animals that call World Bird Sanctuary home are available for adoption. Your adoption helps to care for your animal for a year, and adoption fees include:
• Certificate of Adoption with a full color photograph of your special animal
• World Bird Sanctuary sponsorship for one year
• One year’s subscription to our newsletter – the Mews News – printed three times per year
• Natural history and life history of your special adopted animal
• 10% discount on all World Bird Sanctuary merchandise in our gift shop
• 10% discount on all public programs offered at World Bird Sanctuary, such as Owl Prowls, Nature Hikes etc.
• Visiting privileges and photo opportunities with the special new member of your family (just call ahead first to make sure they will be here on the day of your visit).
To adopt your bird select the category of bird that you want to adopt, and then click on the individual bird within that gallery and complete the adoption form.
RETURN TO THE WILD
Preparing to return a Barred Owl to the wild at a Brownie Troop fly-up ceremony
Take part in the release of a rehabilitated bird!
Returning a bird of prey back to the wild, can cost up to $1,000 in care and rehabilitation. Your contribution of only $150 helps our patients and gives you the opportunity to participate in the release of a wild bird of prey.
Troop leader getting ready to release the Barred Owl
Invite family and friends to release a bird of prey at your home or nearby park. Celebrate a wedding, birthday, anniversary, family reunion, school or corporate function with this special gift.
The newly release Barred Owl back where it belongs
The World Bird Sanctuary Wildlife Hospital is a cornerstone of the World Bird Sanctuary, and is entirely funded by donations from the public. Help us give our patients a second chance to fly. Sponsor a release today .
Scouts and guests watching the owl fly free
A WBS Friend Membership
Your WBS Friend Membership includes:
• One year’s subscription to our newsletter – the Mews News – printed three times per year
• Reusable WBS shopping bag
• 10% discount on all World Bird Sanctuary merchandise in our gift shop
• Invitation to Friends-only events like Camera Day offering unique photographic opportunities featuring live birds of prey. Bring your cameras for rare shots of raptors in natural settings
• 10% discount on all public programs offered at World Bird Sanctuary, such as Owl Prowls, Nature Hikes etc.
• Invitations to members-only events held at World Bird Sanctuary
To purchase a WBS Friend membership click here.
RAPTOR PROJECT CD
A great gift for the youngsters on your list--or their teachers
For the youngsters on your list there is a selection of two audio CDs by our in-house band, The Raptor Project. These CDs also contain encoded lyrics and teacher activity pages. Enjoy songs such as “Mr. Frog Blues”, “Those Wonderful Birds”, “The Food Chain Blues”, and many more. All proceeds from sale of CDs supports the Wildlife Hospital. To purchase a CD click here.
BEAK TO BEAK
For the book lover on your list purchase “Beak To Beak”, a book by our Director, Walter C. Crawford, Jr. This book is filled with Walter's musings on wildlife, conservation and life in general told through a collection of short, true-life stories.
Any of the above items may also be purchased in person at the World Bird Sanctuary’s Nature Center, or call 636-225-4390 Ext. 0 for further information.
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