Our second Annual Campaign is currently in progress and we would deeply appreciate your generous support to help raise funds for Birdsong's operations, to continue our mission of excellence in natural science education and protection of Birdsong's 565 acre nature preserve.
Please take a moment to read Annual Campaign Letters from life-long friend and author June Bailey White, and from Birdsong Board President Carole Hayes, outlining the recent achievements and future goals of the Nature Center, and the great value your contribution would reflect.
Birdsong is a 501(c)3 corporation, so your gift is tax deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law.
If you wish to contribute to Birdsong for this Campaign, or at any other time during the year, a check made payable to Birdsong Nature Center and mailed to the address shown at the right will be greatly appreciated. Donations via credit card can also be made by calling either of the telephone numbers shown.
Birdsong Nature Center's 565 acres of wildflower meadows,
forests, ponds and swamps, are home to a myriad of birds
and other wildlife. Here you can enjoy the serenity and
beauty of the natural landscape and return home with a
renewed spirit.
Background
From the early 1800's to the present, the land now known as
Birdsong was transformed from pristine longleaf pine forest
to a plantation, then farm, and now a center for
conservation and learning. Founders Betty and Ed Komarek
created this haven for wildlife so others will have a place
to experience nature and become inspired to protect natural
resources everywhere. Using fire, they created habitats
that support a great diversity of wildlife species. The
resulting living museum and outdoor classroom are used year
round for natural history instruction and hands-on
learning.
Features
• Visit the Bird Window for an extraordinary and intimate bird-viewing experience. The surrounding gardens and pool have attracted over 160 species of birds, including many rare and first sightings.
• Twelve miles of Nature Trails provide the perfect setting for casual hiking and exploration. • The Butterfly Garden, vibrant with colorful butterflies from April - November is an entrancing place to relax and observe the butterfly life cycle. • Tune in to the sounds of nature at the Listening Place, a screened pavilion overlooking Big Bay Swamp.
We invite you to experience Birdsong for yourself. Our hours are:
Wednesday - Friday - Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM and Sunday 1 PM - 5 PM
Admission is $5 for adults, $2.50 for children 4-12 years old
Free to members