WELCOME

The Ohio Bird Sanctuary is a 501(3) non-profit organization that is dedicated to the rehabilitation of Ohio's native birds of prey and songbirds, with an emphasis on educating the community about conservation of our natural resources.

The Bird Sanctuary is open to the public and encompasses over 90 acres and includes; hiking trails, live bird of prey displays, and a walk-through songbird aviary. Visitors can purchase a small cup of meal worms in the Visitor Center and hand feed the aviary residents.

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OHIO BIRD SANCTUARY INVITES YOU TO OPEN HOUSE


Exciting plans ahead! Renovations to the old Boy Scout Dining Hall will turn it into the new Visitor Center for OBS! This large building, purchased by OBS, needs many updates and fixes to be completely usable. Come to the Open House, May 12th, 1-4pm and learn what is planned to make this three season structure come to life as a year-round Visitor Center and Education building!

Please see our invitation to YOU HERE for more information! SEE YOU THERE!

SUMMER CAMP FORM AVAILABLE!

Summer is coming! Go to our Kids Camps page to see the exciting plans for Summer Nature Camp and to download the registration form.

PROGRAMMING

We would love to offer our programs to teachers and educators for the enhancement of your curriculum both in school and at OBS. Find our educational programs under the Tours and Programs tab. The Tours and Programs tab will also lead to a list of offerings for all groups and organizations. Tours and programs are offered at the Sanctuary and off-site year-round.


NEW PROGRAM!
Check out the NEW Feathered Friends program! This program is specifically designed for Assisted Living Centers, and Multi-handicapped classrooms.

PROGRAM DELAYS AND CANCELLATIONS CAN BE FOUND ON WMFD!

INJURED BIRDS

If you believe you have an injured or orphaned bird, please see our rehabilitation link and read the information provided, to verify that the bird needs further assistance. If the bird needs help, please call the Sanctuary. If no one is in the office at the moment or it is after hours, leave a message and your call will be returned as soon as possible. Please do not contactby email for bird emergencies.

Summer Camp

Our 2012 Summer Camp offereings are now on the Kids Camps page! Come see all the educational fun we have planned for your children this summer at the Ohio Bird Sanctuary

2011 Annual Report

The Annual Report is now available on the General Donations page.

EARTHSHARE OF OHIO

Ohio Bird Sanctuary is a part of Earthshare of Ohio. Earthshare makes supporting the Sanctuary through workplace giving possible. For more info on Earthshare of Ohio see their website at:
  • EarthShare of Ohio

    Visitor Center, Displays and Trail Open Hours

    • Monday - Visitor Center, Displays and Trails closed
    • Tuesday through Saturday - 10:00am to 4:00pm
    • Sunday - 1:00pm to 5:00pm

  • ADMISSION IS FREE: DONATIONS WELCOMED!

    Questions?

    Phone: 419-884-HAWK (4295)
    Email: OhioBirdSanctuary@gmail.com
    For more contact information please see the Contact Page



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    Please note: Rock Road is closed. Use Lexington-Ontario Rd. as an alternate route.