Birds of Prey: Baby "Chicks"

A lovely, 40 minute drive south of Georgetown and DeBordieu is the Center for Birds of Prey.

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Ideally situated on a 150-acre campus near Charleston, South Carolina, The Center is dedicated to the study and welfare of birds and their habitats and to engaging the public in important environmental issues that affect birds and humans alike.
Operating 365 days a year with support from more than 80 trained and dedicated volunteer staff members, the Center's medical clinic treats nearly 500 injured birds of prey each year. The Center has treated and released thousands of injured birds since its founding in 1991.

Come meet the Lowcountry's Cutest Chicks! The newest members of the Center's education team have hatched and will be introduced to visitors in April. We have a special admission incentive for this event! Two Admissions for the Price of One Every Saturday in April 2012 Children under 6 are free! Join one of the Center's educators for an introduction to the Center's newest avian educators, in conjunction with regularly scheduled programs at 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. British Barn Owl, 6 weeks old Interactive Walking Tours 10:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Explore some of the many birds of prey species on display. Natural History Discussions Learn about the various aspects of the birds' natural history and the conservation challenges facing individual species. Flight Demonstrations 11:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Watch as eagles, falcons, owls and other trained birds of prey soar overhead to demonstrate their stunning flight characteristics and adaptations. For more information, visit www.TheCenterforBirdsofPrey.org.


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