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Counting the Birds Becoming Part of Holiday Tradition
December 7, 2009
The 110th annual Christmas Bird Count (CBC) takes place December 14th through January 5th, 2010.
The 2009/2010 season of Project FeederWatch begins this weekend
November 13, 2009
Participate in a citizen science project to help the birds.
Hummingbirds Prepare to Head South
July 21, 2009
As hummingbirds begin their fall migration, it's the perfect time to see the world's smallest bird in greater numbers as they prepare for their long journey.
Organization for Bat Conservation hosts the eighth Annual Great Lakes Bat Festival
July 29, 2009
August 28th and 29th the Great Lakes Bat Festival will be held at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Click here to view Web site.
Water is Important for Birds
July 29, 2009
Offering Birds a Source of Water is Crucial in Hot Weather and Allows You the Opportunity to be Entertained by Birds
Wild Birds Unlimited a Sponsor of the 2009 Midwest Birding Symposium
July 16, 2009
Wild Birds Unlimited is proud to be a sponsor of the 2009 Midwest Birding Symposium. The event, held at Lakeside, Ohio September 17 thru 20, will surely be the birding highlight of the year for hundreds of bird watchers. Click here to learn more.
Wild Birds Unlimited, Inc. Named E-Myth Client of the Month for July
July 16, 2009
E-Myth Worldwide, the leader in small business coaching, recognized Wild Birds Unlimited as the July Client of the Month for creating a world-class franchise support system committed to the ongoing support, training and education of a network of more than 250 Wild Bird Unlimited store owners. Click here to learn more.
Watching Fledglings is only one joy of summer bird feeding
June 19, 2009
Learn many of the fun facts about watching bird families in your backyard
Wild Birds Unlimited Same Store Sales up Year to Date Through April 2009
June 19, 2009
Consumers Still Feeding the Birds Even in These Tough Economic Times.
The WBU 24th Annual Meeting Held in Bellevue, WA
June 19, 2009
The Theme of This Year's Meeting is A Business That Enhances Your Life
Hummingbirds Return from Southern Winter Homes
May 12, 2009
Residents throughout the state are all abuzz because Ruby-throated Hummingbirds have been spotted in the area.
Franchise Business Review recognizes Wild Birds Unlimited with Franchisee Satisfaction Award
March 27, 2009
2009 is the fourth year Wild Birds Unlimited has received this award.
Proper Bird Feeder Care Important to Bird Health
March 18, 2009
Wild Birds Unlimited recommends Responsible Bird Feeding. Learn the proper steps to take to keep your bird feeders clean reduce the spread of avian diseases.
Wild Birds Unlimited Cooperates in Voluntary Recall of Two Bird Seed Blends
March 11, 2009
Peanuts not likely at fault for spike in Salmonella-killed birds
April 1, 2009 | Source: Center for Infectious Disease Research & Policy
Salmonella often strikes in spring
April 1, 2009 | Source: Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding the Wild Birds Unlimited Seed Recall and Salmonellosis
April 1, 2009 | Source: N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Wild Birds Unlimited Offers Scholarships to Audubon Summer Camps
March 10, 2009
Now is the time for parents and caregivers to look into summer camp for their kids.
Celebrate National Bird Feeding Month in February
February 11, 2009
During February, which is National Wild Bird Feeding Month, people can participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count. And with the right provisions, everyone can enjoy a wide variety of backyard birds all year long.
Wild Birds Unlimited Restructures Purchasing Department
February 6, 2009
The Wild Birds Unlimited Purchasing Department was recently re-structured to better serve its franchise store owners by enabling team members to focus on specific product lines.
Help the Birds; Participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count
January 27, 2009
For 10 years Wild Birds Unlimited has been a major sponsor of the Great Backyard Bird Count. Wild Birds Unlimited encourages everyone to feed the birds year-round and count the birds during this fun project, February 13 – 16.
Birds Implement Multiple Techniques to Survive Winter
December 30, 2008
Just as many people are making resolutions to stay away from food, birds are using food and other, sometimes odd, techniques to stay warm and survive winter.
Wild Birds Unlimited to Participate in Shop.org’s Cyber Monday Shop@Lunch Event
November 25, 2008
Bird Feeding: The Easy-to-Enjoy, Inexpensive Hobby
October 27, 2008
According to a Department of Interior’s National Survey of Fishing, Hunting and Wildlife-Associated Recreation, more than 41 million Americans are backyard birders, making it the second most popular hobby next to gardening.
“Getting started is simple”, according to John Schaust, Chief Naturalist with Wild Birds Unlimited. “Backyard bird feeding is a great hobby the entire family can enjoy.”
Book Release: For The Birds
September 25, 2008
Three bird-loving sisters have joined forces to write the ultimate guide to attracting backyard birds. Available this fall, For the Birds—A Month-by-Month Guide to Attracting Birds to Your Backyard will help readers attract a wider variety of birds to their backyard all year long in all regions of the country.
Now Every Tree Is A Bird Feeder
September 9, 2008
Bark Butter: Now Every Tree is a Bird Feeder®
7th Annual Great Lakes Bat Festival
July 10, 2008
The Cranbrook Institute of Science is the site for this year’s Great Lakes Bat Festival
August 1 - 2, 2008 hosted by the Organization for Bat Conservation.
Summer Fledgling Activity
June 10, 2008
This summer, parents across the country will spend countless hours with their children, taking them to places they’ve never seen before. The same can be said for the millions of wild bird families that will be introducing their young fledglings to a whole new world of experiences.
Wild Birds Unlimited Names New Vice Presidents
May 18, 2008
Celebrate Earth Day in Your Backyard
April 3, 2008
Though people around the world will partake in various festivals, community projects and other environmentally-friendly ventures, you could choose to stay close to home and create a habitat for birds and other wildlife in your backyard.
Wild Birds Unlimited Major Sponsor for 2008 GBBC
February 11, 2008
The Eleventh Annual Great Backyard Bird Count is a joint project between the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society that takes place February 15 - 18, 2008.
WBU and Audubon Scholarships
January 18, 2008
Wild Birds Unlimited is offering children scholarships to attend Audubon summer
camps. Parents and caregivers should apply now to give their children the opportunity to attend one of
these camps.
WBU Added to Small Business Administration’s Franchise Registry
January 14, 2008
Because of its recent addition to the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Franchise Registry, new owners of a Wild Birds Unlimited franchise can now participate in a streamlined review process of SBA loan applications.
Walking a Mile in Their Shoes
January 1, 2008
Wild Birds Unlimited Eager to Walk a Mile for Its Franchisees.
WBU donates gift bags to The Martha Stewart Show.
January 8, 2008
In this segment, Dr. John Fitzpatrick of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology talks about Bird Seed Basics. Click here to view segment.
In this segment, Dr. John Fitzpatrick of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology talks about Suet Bird Feeders. Click here to view segment.
WBU donates gift bags to The Martha Stewart Show.
October 1, 2007
In this segment, David Bonter of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology talks about Bird Food Types. Click here to view segment.
WBU donates gift bags to The Martha Stewart Show.
October 1, 2007
In this segment, Dave Mizejewski of National Wildlife Federation talks about Owls.
Click here to view segment.
Birding by Bicycle
March 28, 2005
See More Than 300 Species of Birds by Bicycle in the East Coast Birder's Paradise Known as Chincoteague.
Farm Encourages Planting Trees
March 16, 2005
Farm Created to Encourage Planting of Trees Now Giving Visitors a Glimpse of the Birds That Occupy Forests
Getting Closer to the Birds
March 9, 2005
Bay Area Banding Station and Visitor's Center Allows Close-Up Observation of Thousands of Wild Birds
Migration Station
February 16, 2005
South-of-the Border Birds Flock to North-of-the Border Refuge
Birth of a National Wildlife Refuge
February 2, 2005
Nation's First National Wildlife Refuge Offers a Nature-Filled way to Beat The Winter Blues in Sunny Florida.
