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Kitty had worked as an employee of the Prairie Village, Kansas store since 2001. She realized in her time there that a Wild Bird Center was the career she wanted to pursue and became a goal for her. In August 2006, the previous franchisees decided to retire and Kitty found the opportunity she was waiting for and purchased the store. Since her purchase she has driven sales upward and presents a perfect example of a Wild Bird Center franchise store. Kitty says:
“I realized I had finally found the meaningful and fulfilling career I'd always wanted. Our customers are kind, the work allows creativity and the franchisor makes me proud to be associated with the Wild Bird Centers of America. “
Educational Programs
One of company's most important goals is to foster an appreciation of nature among people of all ages, and particularly to inspire the next generation of birders with a desire for environmental stewardship by helping adults and children enjoy their neighborhood birds.
In support of this goal, your local store owner may offer a variety of educational programs for both children and adults. These programs are presented by store owners or special guests knowledgeable in subjects such as bluebirds, hummingbirds, raptors, migration, bats, organic gardening, bird-friendly landscaping and bird identification. Some programs take place in your local store, others - in schools, community centers and parks. Supplementary materials, such as study guides, identification charts, birdhouse or birdfeeder kits are available with many of these programs for a nominal fee or gratuity.
Find out about some of our most popular educational programs by checking each link on the list below. Please note, however, that there are many more programs than can be listed here. Program leaders routinely adapt presentations to the ages and specific interests of each group. If you are interested in hosting a program, please call your local Wild Bird Center or Wild Bird Crossing store owner for more information. (See our store list for the location nearest you.)
- Introduction to Backyard Birding
- Bird House Building Workshop
- Birds of Our Neighborhood
For more detailed information, visit National Bird Feeding Society at http://www.nbfs.org
Wild Bird Centers of America is the proud sponsor of NBFS, an organization of experts and scientists dedicated to bring you a better backyard bird feeding experience.