I loved this place - probably because I love birds! I felt kind of bad seeing them tied up, but I understand why it's done. We had a wonderful time hiking through the forest preserve - listening to all the birds, hearing the leaves rustle in the wind - and when we took the tunnel trail, it was so cool discovering the body of water right after going under the tunnel. It was so peaceful and quiet - totally felt rejuvenated after hanging here for a while. Only thing I wish I did different is use some sort of bug spray. next time for sure. We also picked up several of the bird houses they had on display. Great price, great cause.
The World Bird Sanctuary is a hidden gem nestled in the hills near Lone Elk Park. They truly operate on a wing and a prayer, rehabbing wild birds - especially raptors like eagles, hawks and owls. Birds being rehabbed are kept away from the public. There are many permanent residents to enjoy. Visits are free but well worth some of your cash before you depart or take the plunge and become a member. A number of special programs available. Staff friendly and love to talk about their animals.
We live about 10 minutes from the World Bird Sanctuary. It is such an experience! Love it since more has been added to it. We go once a month at least, and anytime friends are over we take them there. Such a neat place!
Had no idea this place existed until today. Their mission is to care for and restore birds who have been injured, and to promote a better understanding of birds in the wild. They work a lot with eagles, many kinds of eagles, hawks, owls, and a few birds I did not recognize. There are a lot of birds to look at, hiking trails, tours, and exhibits. They do amazing work. Highly recommend this to all.
If you are into birds or looking for something different to do on a Saturday, the bird sanctuary offers an interesting mix of the worlds birds! You are able to just walk around freely and get up close to the cages.
Both attractionsc are in Lone Elk Park. Theyv are both free and give you the oppertunity to see wild animals and various kinds of birds up very close. Great for all ages. Near nterstate I 44 and Highwasy 141 in the St,Louis area.
I've lived in the St. Louis area all my life. I've seen promotions for WBS several times.BUT yesterday they had an open house,so we went .So many magnificent birds to see and an extremelyFriendly and knowledgable staff. We will be back.
Location is in Hout Bay, arrive by bus,or car south of Cape Town City on edge of town . Small car park, rustick charm to the place. They look after an amazing amount of birds, wild animals, and monkeys, in some cases really close encounter. Beware in Monkey enclosure they might steal ! things !. ? They have crammed on a lot to see on a small place, lots of staff to look after the animals, small cafe , toilets etc. . A real eye opener to the variety of species they are tring to. Look after. The site is clean and tidy, not are sine zoo, but if you paid for entry at such a low cost money goes on looking after the birds and animals.
They have different kinds of Eagles and it is great experience for young and old. The boy scouts are highly involved in this attraction. It is a must see.
I live in Florida but always stop by the World Bird Sanctuary when visiting family in St Louis. I love the place, which is constantly improving and expanding. They do remarkable work to save birds not only in Missouri but from around the world. Their training techniques are first rate; in fact they produce and present bird shows for various zoos around the country (or at least they used to do this). Walter Crawford, their founder, is a visionary---and a person with a spectacular sense of humor. I have attended some of his presentations and learned and laughed a lot, a good combination.It is so worth the visit. The grounds are beautiful, the birds are nicely displayed and the staff will take the time to talk to you. It's a top rated attraction.