Birds in Concert 2015: Guest Artists Fowl Play

The World Bird Sanctuary “Birds in Concert 2015” presented by Ameren Missouri, will launch the third in the series on August 20th with performances by The Raptor Project followed by guest artists Fowl Play.

The World Bird Sanctuary’s in-house band, “The Raptor Project” takes to the stage to perform songs from their popular children’s environmental education CDs.  Learn fun and exciting facts about the animals we share our planet with as they share the stage with the Raptor Project!  Audience participation is encouraged! 

Be entertained by Fowl Play following the Raptor Project

Enjoy Fowl Play as they cover popular rock and pop songs from the classics to recent hits!  Started by St. Louis musician Jon Hutsler, Fowl Play is an “all-star” mash-up of local musicians that formed the band exclusively for performances at Birds in Concert.  From “Rockin’ Robin” to “Fly Like an Eagle”, there will surely be a bird-themed song for everyone at this fun-filled, danceable performance!

Raptor Project performances are followed by an intermission, where visitors can visit event sponsors Whole Foods Market and Reneway by Andeersen, and stand the chance to win great prizes.  After intermission, settle down for more exciting and fun family friendly music with Fowl Play,

Join us for another talent and fun-filled performance in our 2015 concert series.

WHEN:  August 20th

TIME:              7:00pm – 8:30 pm

ADMISSION:  FREE

PARKING:  FREE

Enjoy our amphitheater seating—or bring your lawn chairs and picnics

For the safety of our animals and our other guests, please no pets.

Birds in Concert August 13, 2015: The Raptor Project

Birds in Concert at World Bird Sanctuary, presented by Ameren Missouri

Join World Bird Sanctuary and some of St. Louis’s favorite family bands for Birds in Concert 2015, sponsored by Ameren Missouri! 

The fun starts every Thursday evening at 7 pm.  Each concert lasts about 2 hours.

This week's concert features World Bird Sanctuary's in-house band, "The Raptor Project" performing their popular original songs while birds fly just inches over your heads.  Fun songs include "Turkey Named Fred", "Roadkill Shiver", "What's the Matter", "Animal Noises" and many others.

The Raptor Project always gets the crowd rocking (photo: Sandra Lowe)

Raptor Project performances are followed by an intermission, where visitors can visit event sponsors Whole Food Market and Renewal by Anderson, and stand the chance to win great prizes.  After intermission, settle down for more exciting and fun family music with the Raptor Project.

When: Thursday, August 13th -- The Raptor Project

Time:  7:00 p.m.

Directions:  Click Here

Admission and parking is FREE.  No reservations required.

For more information go to www.worldbirdsanctuary.org or call 636-225-4390 ext. 0.

BIRDS IN CONCERT 2015

Join us for the World Bird Sanctuary’s 2015 Birds in Concert series this August!

Everyone gets involved in a Raptor Project concert--even the DoDo (photo: Gay Schroer)

World Bird Sanctuary’s in-house band, “The Raptor Project” performs songs from their popular children’s environmental education CDs while birds fly just inches over your heads.  Fun songs include “Turkey Named Fred”, “Roadkill Shiver”, “What’s the Matter”, Animal Noises” and others. 

“Raptor Project” performances  are followed by performances by local artists such as Javier Mendoza and others.

Games and giveaways from Whole Foods Market 

and St. Louis Sprout and About.

The Birds in Concert series is sponsored by Ameren Missouri.

WHEN:  Every Thursday evening in August

August 6, 13^th, 20^th and 27^th

7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Admission and parking is FREE

No reservations required

Here's the lineup:

August 6^th: Raptor Project followed by Javier Mendoza

August 13^th: Raptor Project

August 20^th:  Raptor Project followed by Fowl Play

August 27^th:  Babaloo followed by the Raptor Project

Stadium seating available—or—bring your lawn chairs and picnics.

Mark your calendars!

For the safety of our animals and the other guests—no pets please.

For directions ClickHere.

OPEN HOUSE 2014

 Fall is in the air and people's thoughts are turning to fall activities—street festivals, apple picking, trips to the pumpkin farm and, of course, everybody’s favorite two-day free event….the World Bird Sanctuary Open House!

Open House is this coming Saturday and Sunday, October 18 and 19, from 10 am to 4 pm. 

One of WBS's free flying Bald Eagles soars just inches overhead (photo: Gay Schroer)

Activities at this year’s Open House will include programs featuring a majestic flying Bald Eagle, as well as a number of other birds who are seasoned performers in the World Bird Sanctuary’s repertoire of educational programs.  Prepare to be amazed as these ambassadors of the sky fly just above your head. 

WBS Eagle mascot,our Dancing DoDo and kids rock out to the music of the Raptor Project (photo: Gay Schroer)

In addition to the free flight exhibitions there will be entertainment by the Sanctuary’s in-house band, the Raptor Project, which will entertain audiences with old favorites, as well as new songs that have been added to their repertoire this year.

A young guest proudly displays what she made at the craft table (photo: Gay Schroer)

Other activities will include presentations by the Butterfly house, face painting, a craft station and other activities for the kids.  There will also be tours of the hospital, the behind the scenes breeding barn and the behavioral training center, which are usually not open to the public.

A guest gets a really close look at an Augur Buzzard at the photo op (photo: Gay Schroer)

For a small fee guests will have the opportunity to have their photo taken posing next to one of our raptors.  Featured birds this year will be Tundra, a beautiful Snowy Owl, and Max the Tawny Eagle.  Since these two birds are new to the photo op area their time may be limited, so you may want to make the photo op your first stop.  In addition to our two newcomers, we have several old pros on standby for photos.

Also with us for the first time this year will be the cool Eagle Harley motorcycle, presented by owner Tom “The Kong” Compton.  Those of you who are bike riders will want to be sure to check out this beauty.

Our naturalists are always happy to answer questions (photo: Gay Schroer)

The main paths in our upper triangle area are paved and handicapped accessible, and restrooms are located conveniently nearby.  Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes, as you will want to explore all the attractions and activities that will be spread out throughout our site.

For those more adventurous souls we have several hiking trails that wind through our oak/hickory forest.  These paths are natural and unpaved.

There are photo opportunities at every turn (photo: Sandra Lowe)

Bring a picnic lunch or take advantage of our concession truck.  Be sure to bring your cameras, as there will be photo opportunities at every turn.  

So, mark your calendars! ….Save the date

Saturday, October 18

Sunday, October 19

10 am – 4 pm

Admission and parking are free!

For directions to our site Click Here.

As always….for the safety of our animals—and our other guests--no pets please.

Fowl Play at Birds in Concert this Thursday

Join The Raptor Project as they play family favorites “Turkey Named Fred,” “Roadkill Shiver,” and many more.

Be prepared to be entertained by Fowl Play

After a brief intermission, enjoy the music of Fowl Play and their comedic antics as they cover a variety of popular rock and pop songs ranging from Jimmy Hendrix to Bob Marley, Cheryl Crow, Supertramp, and other recent hits! 

Important Information

Date:            Thursday, August 21^st, 2014

Time:            7:00 – 8:30 pm

Admission & Parking:            FREE!

The Birds in Concert series is sponsored by Ameren Missouri

Join us for the Raptor Project, followed by Fowl Play. 

Whole Foods Market will be there with a trail mix station for the kids

…and the Nationwide Hendrixson Agency will be giving away St. Louis Cardinals tickets to some lucky guests.

Bring your blankets, picnics and friends and join us for a fun evening of music!

Snack foods will be available for purchase.

For the safety of our animals and other guests, no pets please.

Birds In Concert This Thursday 8/8

The Raptor Project at Birds in Concert this Thursday!

Audience youngsters sit enthralled by the Raptor Project while the bird parade passes behind them

Join us on Thursday when World Bird Sanctuary's in-house band, "The Raptor Project" takes to the stage to perform songs from their popular children's environmental education CDs.  Fan favorites from the "Save the Future" and "All Along the Watershed" albums include "Turkey Named Fred", "Roadkill Shiver," "What's the Matter," "The Greatest Possum," and "Animal Noises."

Learn fun and exciting facts about the animals we share our planet with as they share the stage with The Raptor Project!  Audience participation is encouraged!

Important Information

Date: Thursday, August 8th, 2013

Time: 7.00 - 8.30pm

Admission & Parking: FREE!

Sponsored by:

Enjoy music from The Raptor Project.

Spin the Whole Foods Market Wheel during intermission for fun prizes 

PLUS enter our drawing for a chance to win a Kindle tablet from Nationwide Hendrixson Agency!

Bring your blankets, picnics and friends and join us for a fun evening of music.  Food will also be available for purchase at our snack table.