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2008-05-07 - Retired Chief Petty Officer Lands New Career
Glen Echo, Maryland May 07, 2008 -- Langford, British Columbia, Canada – Langford residents and wild bird enthusiasts now have a new place to migrate for all of their wild bird supplies. Chris Audet and Alena Mondelli opened the Wild Bird Center store in Langford, a suburb of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Wild Bird Center of Langford offers a unique retail environment specializing in a wide range of backyard feeders and other backyard birding products. The opening reflects the growing trend of bird feeding and bird watching in North America.
Chris Audet and Alena Mondelli, are owners of the Langford store, but Chris, a recently retired Chief Petty Officer, will operate the store full-time. Both Chris and Alena are bird enthusiasts, who recognize the potential of their market. Mr. Audet states, "We offer customers an extensive line of bird seed with exclusive seed blends as well as an array of products to help them attract more varieties of birds." Alena continues, "Backyards are an extension of our home and we want to help customers enjoy a great backyard bird feeding experience."
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2008-05-07 - Wild Bird Centers of America Awards Winners of the National Wildlife Refuge Association 2008 Youth Photo Contest
Glen Echo, Maryland -- The National Wildlife Refuge Association (NWRA) proudly announced the winners of the first annual 2008 Youth Refuge Photo Contest, a digital photo contest showcasing America’s national wildlife refuges and the diverse wildlife that depend on them. Wild Bird Centers of America sponsored the contest by donating premier bird feeders to the first- through third- place winners in each age category. George Petrides Sr., founder and chairman of Wild Bird Centers of America says his organization shares the NWRA’s mission, stating, “We support conservation programs and strive to improve the national wildlife refuge systems, making them more birder-friendly while educating birding enthusiasts to better understand the roles and benefits of our national wildlife refuge system. We are honored to be a part of this contest, particularly since it educates children, the future stewards of our planet, to be more environmentally aware.” Evan Hirsche, President of the NWRA agrees, “More than ever, it is so important to ensure our young people have an opportunity to connect with the outdoors; photography is an excellent way to build kids’ appreciation for our national wildlife refuges and the natural world.” (more) Page 2 Wild Bird Centers of America 2008 Youth Photo Contest Winners The top five prize winners in the Senior Youth Category are Joshua Gahagan of Oakham, MA (First Place); Ian Davies of Medford, MA (Second Place); Zachary Peterson of Ipswich, MA (Third Place); Peter DellaVecchia of North Salem, NY (Fourth Place); and Shane McVeigh of Homer, AK (Fifth Place). The top five prize winners in the Junior Youth Category are Bryan Goslin of Vancouver, WA (First Place); Erin McBride of Fairview, WY (Second Place); Rebecca Bartels of Farwell, NE (Third Place); Warren Smith of Starkville, MS (Fourth Place); and Liam Coddington of Huntsville, AL (Fifth Place). Visit http://www.refugenet.org/contest/2008YouthWinners.html to view all of the winning entries. In addition to receiving bird feeders from Wild Bird Centers of America, all senior category winners received field guides from Houghton Mifflin and all junior category winners received a giant stuffed manatee and a year’s supply of Wild Puffs Cereal from Barbara’s Bakery. “The National Wildlife Refuge Association wishes to express its great appreciation to all photo contest sponsors, including Wild Bird Centers of America, Houghton Mifflin and Barbara’s Bakery for providing prizes and would like to recognize Zenfolio for hosting the contest on its website, www.zenfolio.com. The NWRA also thanks the photo contest judges who contributed their time and expertise to selecting the winners. They are Matt Poole, Randy Robinson, and Wil Hershberger.” Established in 1985, Wild Bird Centers of America, Inc. is a specialized franchise system with more than 85 stores nationwide. Each Wild Bird Center retailer is dedicated to helping customers build a better backyard birding experience, by providing the finest, field-tested quality products, old-fashioned customer service from fellow bird enthusiasts, and expert advice. Wild Bird Centers also serve as an active community resource, providing demonstrations, educational workshops and children’s programs. For more information, visit the WBCA website at www.wildbird.com or call (800) 945-3247, x202. The National Wildlife Refuge Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, nationwide membership organization. For more information, visit http://www.refugassociation.org. # # #
2008-04-17 - WILD BIRD FRANCHISEE RECEIVES LUDLOW GRISCOM AWARD
Glen Echo, Maryland - The American Birding Association has selected Wild Bird Centers of America franchisee William Fenimore, owner of the Wild Bird Center of Layton, Utah, as this year's recipient of the prestigious Ludlow Griscom Award.
The American Birding Association (ABA) Ludlow Griscom Award is one of five ABA awards that recognize various contributions dedicated individuals make to the cause of birds, birders and birding. The ABA Ludlow Griscom Award for Outstanding Contributions in Regional Ornithology was bestowed on Bill Fenimore for his contributions to dramatically advance ornithological awareness throughout the state of Utah.
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2008-04-01 - Wild Bird Center Customer Wins Top Prize in Photo Contest
Washington, D.C. , April 1, 2008 - National Wildlife Refuge Association (NWRA) recently announced the winners of the 2008 Refuge Photo Contest, a digital photo contest showcasing America's national wildlife refuges and the diverse wildlife that depend on them. The winners were announced in celebration of the 105th anniversary of the establishment of the first National Wildlife Refuge on March 14, 1903, and mark the third year of this exciting contest.
Amateur photographer Dr. Mack Barham of Monroe, Louisiana won top honors in the contest, which received more than 2,000 images from over 150 refuges from 45 states and territories. Dr. Barham, a Wild Bird Center customer, gave Monroe franchisee Sissy Miller and Sean Miller a sneak peek of his photograph before submitting it for entry. Barham's winning photograph is an amazing shot of egrets captured in fog at Black Bayou Lake Natural Wildlife Refuge. Barham claims, "Really, that shot was an accident. I wasn't there looking for anything like that, but when I saw the egrets, and then the fog, I knew I wanted to shoot it. It is one of the most unique photographs I have ever gotten."
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2008-01-23 - Manlius, New York - New Store Open!
We are pleased to announce that the new Wild Bird Center of Manlius, New York is now fully open for business! The store has had a flying start. The owners, Heidi & Bob Menikheim, are welcoming everyone at their great neighborhood location in Manlius. Please visit the store at:
Wild Bird Center
8240 Cazenovia Rd.
Manlius, NY 13104
(315) 692-4325
manlius at wildbird.com
www.wildbird.com/stores/manlius
2007-12-20 - Fort Wayne, Indiana - New Store Open!
We are pleased to announce that the new Wild Bird Center of Fort Wayne, Indiana is open for business under franchisees Connie & Lee Anne Fleming. The Wild Bird Center of Fort Wayne looks forward to support the birding community in its vibrant but established community. Please contact the store at:
Wild Bird Center
10210 Chestnut Plaza Drive
Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46814
(260) 625-3047
Fortwayne at wildbird.com
www.wildbird.com/stores/fortwayne
2007-11-01 - Chesterfield, Michigan - New Store Open!
We are pleased to announce that the new Wild Bird Center of Chesterfield, Michigan is open for business under franchisees David & Barbara Tipton. Chesterfield is a key community in Macomb County located in the northern suburbs of Detroit. Please contact the store at:
Wild Bird Center
Gratiot Crossing Shopping Center
50750 Gratiot Ave.
Chesterfield, MI 48051
(586) 949-9453
chesterfield at wildbird.com
www.wildbird.com/stores/chesterfield
2007-11-01 - Chesapeake, Virginia - New Store Open!
We are pleased to announce that the new Wild Bird Center of Chesapeake, Virginia is now open for business under franchisees Mark & Ginny Lutes. Chesapeake is a thriving community located just south of Norfolk and east of Virginia Beach. Please contact the store at:
Wild Bird Center
Hanbury Village Shopping Center
237 Hanbury Rd. East #19
Chesapeake, VA 23322
(757) 482-7333
chesapeake at wildbird.com
www.wildbird.com/stores/chesapeake
2007-10-20 - Buford, Georgia - New Store Open!
We are pleased to announce that the new Wild Bird Center of Buford, Georgia is open for business under franchisees Wayne & Debbie Bautz. Buford is a dynamic community located in the northeast suburbs of Atlanta. Please contact the store at:
Wild Bird Center
Hamilton Crossings
2725 Hamilton Mill Rd. #1400
Buford, GA 30519
(678) 482-7887
buford at wildbird.com
www.wildbird.com/stores/buford
2007-10-10 - Wild Bird Center of Burke, VA Purchased by Steve Pyne
We are pleased to announce that Steve & Diane Pyne have purchased the Burke, Virginia Wild Bird Center. Burke is located in the northern suburbs of Virginia, across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Please contact the store at:
Wild Bird Center
Burke Center Shopping Center
5765 Burke Centre Parkway #-I
Burke, VA 22015
(703) 323-7898
burke at wildbird.com
www.wildbird.com/stores/burke