Happy National Bird Day!

Happy National Bird Day! Not only that, today marks its 10-year anniversary - that's 10 years of putting exotic birds in the spotlight, and bringing much-needed attention to the issues they face, including exploitation, abuse, loss of habitat and poaching.

You can help spread the word by sending a National Bird Day virtual e-card. It's fun, fast and free. The more people we make aware of this, the better. : )

National Bird Day in the News

Only two more days until the official celebration of National Bird Day - and it's been getting some good press.

Today an article written by Born Free's Will Travers which appeared in the Huffington Post.

An article by Denise Kelly, president of the Avian Welfare Coalition appeared on Truthout.

And my article made it into the the Capital Times.

There are some great activities planned for National Bird Day. What do you have planned?

National Bird Day Posters

National Bird Day is just 5 days away - but there is still time to participate. One way is to download one of the beautiful posters provided free from the National Bird Day website, and place them wherever your heart desires.

You can try asking local store owners, grocers, humane societies, book stores and public libraries.

My local public libraries and Dane County Humane Society have agreed to put up these posters. And this week I will be asking other local businesses.

The posters are pretty and colorful and are sure to grab people's attention. And that's what we want: as many people as possible to appreciate, and understand the plight of, birds.

National Bird Day News

I loved getting this in the mail today: a Mayoral Proclamation from Mayor Paul Soglin declaring January 5, 2012, as National Bird Day in Madison, Wisconsin.

Why not try getting a Bird Day Proclamation for your city? Just go to the National Bird Day How do I Get Involved page and go to Recognize. You will find a sample letter (and proclamation) that you can edit, then send to your mayor.

You will also find other ways on the page to participate.

National Bird Day Almost Here

It's our busiest time of year, but I haven't forgotten about National Bird Day, which occurs on January 5th of each year. This time I was determined to become more involved in the 2012 celebration. So far I have been successful with our public library system and humane society, who are eager to post National Bird Day posters. I have some other projects in mind, too, which I'm currently working on.

Are you doing anything special to celebrate National Bird Day? Born Free USA and Avian Welfare Coalition have some great ideas on how to participate - some which don't really take that much time at all. A little effort by all of us can make a big impact. : )

Preparing for National Bird Day

The annual National Bird Day, project of Born Free USA and Avian Welfare Coalition, is approaching on January 5th. It a special opportunity to help educate the public on the issues affecting our captive birds.

Now is a great time to start thinking how you'd like to participate. I know, it's a busy time of year. But fortunately, your contribution can be as small - or large - as you'd like it to be. The National Bird Day website has lots of ideas for partaking in the activities - from sending ecards and donating, to placing posters in your favorite stores and hosting educational displays . Every contribution makes a difference.

I am determined to become more involved this time around, and have already started making plans. Please join me in making this a fabulous National Bird Day. : )

Happy National Bird Day!

January 5th is a day set aside to celebrate the life of birds. How ironic that it comes at about the same time we're hearing in the news, that thousands of blackbirds have dropped from the Arkansas sky. If birds are barometers of the environment, then perhaps some of us are not paying attention.

Born Free USA and Avian Welfare Coalition have set aside January 5th of each year as National Bird Day. Yes, it's a time to celebrate the life of birds. But National Bird Day is also about bringing attention to the issues that both wild and companion birds face, including threats of extinction.

Birds are creatures that have managed to survive and thrive for 100 million years. Yet now, within a relatively short span of time, about 12 percent of about 10,000 bird species, including 1/3 of 330 parrot species, face extinction. They are largely victims of human intervention, suffering from loss of habitat and the illegal wildlife trade. Even many captive-bred birds suffer from inadequate care. Avian rescues and sanctuaries around the country are filled to capacity with parrots and other exotic birds that people no longer know how to care for, or want.

When you visit the National Bird Day website, there are great ideas on how to celebrate. One very easy way you can make a difference is by sending a free, virtual postcard. Please help spread the word.

Happy National Bird Day!

Today is National Bird Day. Every year on January 5th, Born Free USA, in coordination with the Avian Welfare Coalition, takes this day to recognize the splendor and importance of all birds. They also want to help raise awareness to the plight of exotic birds, both those in captivity, as well as those facing extinction in the wild.

The organizations have put together a website full of information, ways to get involved, and fun activities like sending virtual Bird Day postcards.

Born Free USA is also hosting a Fly Free online auction to help raise scholarship money for Guatemalan college students who could otherwise not afford the money for expenses. They believe this program will allow the students to help save populations of parrots.

Online Auction in Honor of Birds

Born Free USA is holding their annual Fly Free Auction in honor of National Bird Day, which falls on January 5, 2010. The bidding starts on January 5th and will run until January 16th.

Money raised from the auction will help fund parrot conservation scholarships for Guatemelan college students. There are fewer than 200 scarlet macaws left in Central America, and there is hope that the students can help save populations of parrots.

PJ Publications and Gifts is a proud corporate partner of BFUSA and is happy to donate merchandise to this worthwhile charity and auction.

Bid, have fun, and help save parrots. :)

Start Planning Now for National Bird Day

The next National Bird Day is on January 5, 2010. It's a day set aside by Born Free USA and the Avian Welfare Coalition to reflect on native birds as well as on the treatment of exotic companion birds. If you love birds and want to help make an impact in your community, check out the National Bird Day website.

It is full of ideas and ways, both big and small, for you to get involved - from sending a virtual e-card to hosting a bird art show. Even if you don't have a lot of time, you can help. We were able to get a Mayoral Declaration in Madison for National Bird Day several years in a row.

What are your plans for National Bird Day?