Join us for the Fall 2010 Raptor Lecture Series Natural History of Raptors

Don’t miss this fascinating and informative five-part lecture series (each lecture covers different material) on the natural history of these unique birds presented by Alida Morzenti, president of The Bird Rescue Center and retired faculty member at UC Davis, and one of the founders of The UC Davis Raptor Center.

A well-known and sought after expert in the field of Raptor Biology, Alida enhances her lectures with slides and stories from her decades of experience working with raptors. The lectures will cover migration, identification, natural history, husbandry and falconry.

7pm sharp on the following five Fridays:
September 3, 10, 17, 24 and October 1
Location: Church of the Roses, 2500 Patio Court, Santa Rosa
(Patio Ct. and Hahman Dr. in Montgomery Village. Parking available across from the Church in Lucky’s parking lot)
The lectures are open to the public and free (donation requested).
• Download lectures flyer
• see Google Map for location and to get directions.

Please note: Attendance is mandatory for all those interested in attending the 2010 Raptor Education Program classes to learn to handle The Bird Rescue Center’s resident raptors. Contact the Center at 523-2473 for more info.

|  Raptor Program volunteers needed  |
A wonderful opportunity to learn about and engage with these unique birds

Each one of our volunteer raptor handlers in our Raptor Program started out their training with full attendance at the Fall Raptor Lecture Series Natural History of Raptors. If you have an interest in learning to do this, please come to the lecture series (see info above). Training classes begin this Fall. Contact the Center at 523-2473 for more info.

|  Got Flocked?  |

Students of Empire College Hospitality Program organize annual fundraiser — Bird Rescue Center a beneficiary

This year, they flew in a fabulous flock of flamingos! Sponsor one of the flock — 100% of all money donated goes to two worthy charities. Go to www.gotflocked.com or email hospitality@empirecollege.com for more info about participating and about the VIP Launch Party on August 12, 2010.

Do you love birds? Your donation can help ensure the future of our area’s wild native birds.

Our long history of success rests on a foundation of concern and generosity from many people and businesses throughout the community. You can help ensure the future of The Bird Rescue Center’s rehabilitation and educational programs with your contribution.

• While it’s quick and easy to give with our online donation program, when you donate directly to us with your check, we are able to make use of 100% of the dollar amount of your contribution.

• Consider becoming a member and receive our quarterly newsletter. Download our membership form PDF.

• Visit our Support pages for more info on memberships, sponsorships, donations, bequests and other great ways to help the birds.

Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

| Hours of operation |

Baby Bird Season is over and our hours are now  9am to 5pm. The Center is open seven days a week, 365 days a year.

| Visitor Days |

Bird Rescue Center is open to the public on the first Saturday and third Sunday of every month (unless it’s a major holiday; if in doubt, give us a call at 523-2473). Come by and meet our 19 resident raptors. This is a unique opportunity to see these beautiful wild birds up close. Photography of the birds is permitted outside the residents’ compound.