Wild Birds Unlimited

Courtney Douds, founder and owner of Raptor Jawns will be here for two hours. Drop in and meet the birds!Updated 8/31/26Please note: Due to the popularity of this event, we will offer time slots for your arrival to see the live birds. You will either be assigned to arrive any time between 3 PM and 4 PM or from 4:00 PM to 5 PM.The first time slot is sold out. Any tickets issued on 8/31 and forward will be assigned the later slot from 4 PM to 5 PM.If you are unable to make it, it is very important that

Join us for an exclusive look at the newest line of NOCS binoculars...compact, colorful optics built for birders!Join store owner, Chris, to learn how to get the most from your optics (binoculars/monoculars). Also, we are introducing attendees to our newest line of binoculars/monoculars, NOCS Provisions. They're compact, colorful, and affordable!They are compact enough for your pocket, tough enough for any trail, and built with the optical quality serious explorers expect.Come to the store for:-A hands-on demo of the optics-Details on features, colorways, and availability-Time to ask questions and chat with the team

Creating and maintaining beautiful, useful, and healthy landscapes for people and the planet.Meet Jennifer Nicoles from GreenWeaver Landscapes!Love seeing birds in your yard? Curious how native plants can bring even more life, color, and activity to your outdoor spaces? Join us for a fun and informative presentation with Jennifer Nichols from GreenWeaver Landscapes, all about creating beautiful, healthy landscapes that attract birds and support local wildlife.Jennifer will share easy ways to incorporate native plants into your property, highlight which plants birds love most, and explore how thoughtful landscaping can create spaces that are both beautiful and beneficial. Whether you’re an

Come on over and play a few games of Bird Bingo for prizes!Get ready to soar into a feathered frenzy with Bird Bingo! 🐦 From the majestic Eagle to the colorful Mandarin Duck, this game is all about spotting the most iconic birds on your bingo card!Keep your eyes peeled and your bingo chips at the ready for a winged adventure like no other! Refreshments will be served and prizes will be awarded!

Learn about their journey from Mexico/Central America to the U.S. and Canada and back.Join Chris Weaver, store owner, at the WBU Glen Mills store and learn all about one our most favorite birds, the hummingbird (specifically the Ruby-throated Hummingbird). Learn about their journey back and forth from Mexico/Central America to the U.S. and Canada. Most importantly, Chris will show you how to attract them to your yard so you may see them up-close all summer long.This is a non-refundable, donation-based event. All proceeds will be given to Tri-State Bird Rescue.Photo Credit: Anne StabbNewlin Grist Mill

From sparrows to finches...Have you ever been out walking and had a little brown bird fly by, too quickly to be identified? Have you gotten frustrated sorting your sparrows from your finches? Then this talk is for you!Meet with Jessica Shahan, who is the Naturalist at Newlin Grist Mill, and discover the various little brown bird species that live in our area, how to identify them, and what makes them vital to our ecosystem.Non-refundable tickets are donation-based, and all proceeds will go to Newlin Grist Mill.

See live owls and learn about owl nesting and the WBU Barred Owl Nesting Cam.Join us as Dawn White and her live owls from Indian Run Environmental Education Center visit the store! We will dive into owl nesting habits, the story behind the WBU Barred Owl Nesting Cam, and...fingers crossed...enjoy a live look at mama owl resting on her newly laid eggs.This is a donation-based event. All proceeds will go to the Indian Run Environmental Education Center. This is one of our most popular events. If, for some reason, you are unable to attend, please cancel your tickets through Eventbrite.

Learn how to attract and keep bluebirds in your backyard habitat.The Delaware Valley is rich in Eastern Bluebird history, with over 50 years of recorded data.Our bluebirds are thriving due to responsible feeding, predator guarding, and successful conservation by volunteer groups and individuals. Chris Weaver, owner of WBU Glen Mills, will help you learn more about how to attract and keep bluebirds coming to your backyard habitat! A free goody bag of bluebird food favorites to help you in your pursuit of happiness will be offered!This is a non-refundable donation-based event. Male Eastern BluebirdPhoto Credit: Anne Stabb

Discover how feathered friends find their mates, sing their love songs, and build amazing nests.February is for the birds! Through a book reading, kids will explore different types of bird songs and learn about nest building. A hands-on nest-making activity is included. For ages 3 & up. Homeschool families welcome!Cost: $5.00Please Note:To ensure our registration list remains accurate and free of automated bot sign-ups and no-shows, we are charging a $5 registration fee (per family). To help offset this, we will be handing out a $5 Wild Birds Unlimited coupon to each family. (One per family)This coupon will be valid

Join us for a cozy evening discussing how birdwatching can feed your mind, body, and soul - it's more than just a book club!Written by Holly Merker, Richard Crossley, and Sophie Crossley, January’s Book Club is one you won’t want to miss!January’s Book Club with a Very Special Guest! We’ve been building toward this moment, and it will happen in January! Our Wild Birds Unlimited Book Club returns in January, and the co-author of " Ornitherapy: For the Mind, Body and Soul", Holly Merker will be joining us to lead the discussion.This is a rare opportunity to dive deeper into

Amazon Ecology works with hundreds of artisans in 18 native and campesino communities in the northern Peruvian Amazon.Dr. Campbell Plowden, Founder and Executive Director of Amazon Ecology, will share the evolution, highlights, and challenges of this non-profit group’s work to create sustainable livelihoods for native artisans, strengthen traditional communities and promote forest conservation in the Amazon rainforest.Amazon Ecology works with hundreds of artisans in 18 native and campesino communities in the northern Peruvian Amazon to help them learn to make and market innovative and high-quality handicrafts, including ornaments of birds from the Amazon and North America.Their workshops and other activities

Learn how to understand which birds are around during certain times of the year.Please Note:To ensure our registration list remains accurate and free of automated bot sign-ups and no-shows, we are charging a $5 registration fee. To help offset this, we will be handing out a $5 Wild Birds Unlimited coupon to each attendee after the talk. This coupon will be good in our store only for a purchase $25 or more. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation, as this helps us manage attendance smoothly.In-Store Presentation:Living on Bird Time by Chris WeaverThursday, November 13th | 6:30 PM-7:30 PMAt WBU Glen

Let's gather and chat about nature!📚 Looking Ahead: Our Next Book Club Takes Flight in November! 🐦The October kickoff of our Wild Birds Unlimited Book Club is just the beginning! We’re already planning our second gathering for November, so mark your calendars and stay tuned. Whether you’re a lifelong birder or just discovering the joy of feathered friends, this is your place to connect, reflect, and get inspired. One good book leads to another!Our featured book for November is "Nature's Best Hope" by Douglas Tallamy. Join us for some Penns Woods wine, friendship, and discussion of this informative book.

Join us for this informative presentation on critter solutions!Please Note:To ensure our registration list remains accurate and free of automated bot sign-ups, a small registration fee is required. This fee will be fully refunded after you attend the event. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation, as this helps us manage attendance smoothly.Sometimes squirrels are a real problem...and sometimes you just have too many blackbirds, doves and pigeons. They can eat more than their share of food and chase other birds away. Chris Weaver, owner of WBU Glen Mills will explain how there are several solutions to keep these birds from

Create your own candles!🕯️✨ Candle-Making with D3LCO Candles! ✨🕯️Join us for a cozy and creative experience as you craft two custom candles with Leon Beverly from D3LCO Candles, sip some wine from Penns Wood Winery, and take home a snug little cosy too! Whether you're treating yourself or gifting a loved one, it's the perfect way to bring a little warmth and glow into your day. 💛Cost includes all materials, two candles, and a cozy.Limited spots available! Sign up now and let your light shine!

Native Habitat RestorationLed by: Dr. Todd Klawinski, Director of Education at Delaware Nature SocietyDoes it make you feel good to help both people and nature thrive in your community? With guidance from professional land stewards and environmental educators, this program series will encourage and enable diverse communities to get more involved in local conservation efforts right in our own neighborhoods.Restoring underutilized community spaces as native habitat and outdoor learning areas offers many wonderful opportunities for all. Learn how to bring folks together and get involved as we review some proven projects tied to the land through natural and cultural experiences.

Learn all about Finches!Join store owner, Chris Weaver, to learn about the fascinating life history of the American Goldfinch as well as few others in the finch family! We will discover the native plants and foods they prefer, such as thistles and sunflowers. Plus, get practical tips on setting up goldfinch feeders and managing them for maximum attraction, action and safety.Photo Credit: Anne StabbAmerican Goldfinch at Bombay Hook

Come on over and play a few games of Bird Bingo for prizes!Get ready to soar into a feathered frenzy with Bird Bingo! 🐦 From the majestic Eagle to the colorful Mandarin Duck, this game is all about spotting the most iconic birds on your bingo card!Keep your eyes peeled and your bingo chips at the ready for a winged adventure like no other! Refreshments will be served and prizes will be awarded!

Learn about PA Bird AtlasJoin us to learn more about the PA Bird Atlas. This five year project (which began in 2024) helps us to understand the distribution, abundance, long-term change and seasonal patterns of birds breeding in a specific region. Ethan Kang, a Garnet Valley HS Student and WBU staff member, will explain about the program and how you can participate as a citizen scientist.

Come on over and play a few games of Bird Bingo for prizes!Get ready to soar into a feathered frenzy with Bird Bingo! 🐦 From the majestic Eagle to the colorful Mandarin Duck, this game is all about spotting the most iconic birds on your bingo card!Keep your eyes peeled and your bingo chips at the ready for a winged adventure like no other! Refreshments will be served and prizes will be awarded!

This program series will encourage and enable diverse communities to get more involved in local conservation effortsHere is an opportunity for adults in our community to learn how to bring people and nature together. We’re excited to welcome Dr. Todd Klawinski from the Delaware Nature Society for the first in a three-part speaker series focused on community conservation!Todd will share how adults can get more involved in local environmental efforts and make a real difference for the next generation. "With guidance from professional land stewards and environmental educators, this program series will encourage and enable diverse communities to get more

Here is an opportunity for educators (and the community in general!) to learn how to bring students and nature together.Here is an opportunity for educators (and the community in general!) to learn how to bring students and nature together. We’re excited to welcome Todd Klawinski from the Delaware Nature Society for the first in a three-part speaker series focused on community conservation!Todd will share how we can get more involved in local environmental efforts and make a real difference—right in our own neighborhoods."With guidance from professional land stewards and environmental educators, this program series will encourage and enable diverse communities