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BINOCULARS!

If you are finding yourself at home more often these days, and you’d like to get better views of the birds and other wildlife around you, we suggest getting a good pair of binoculars! We carry a variety of great brands in all different sizes, so come in and try some out!

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Found An Injured Bird?

If you encounter a wild bird in need of help, contact one of these great local rescue/ rehab groups. These are federally-licensed non-profit organizations that save hundreds of local and migrating birds each year. Click on the links to their websites below to find out how you can contact or help these fine organizations! 
 
 (855) 407-3728
(Located in Castle Hayne, Serving Cape Fear region)

(910) 278-7871
(Located in Oak Island, Serving Cape Fear region)
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Looking for an informative program for your neighborhood, nature, or garden club? Wild Bird & Garden can help! Stop in or give us a call at (910) 343-6001 for free programs and availability.
Feeder-Cleaning
Basics

1. Empty and take apart your bird feeder.
2. Scrub well (inside and out) with a 10% bleach 90% water mix.
3. Allow all parts to dry.
4. Assemble, fill, and replace clean feeder.

It’s so easy! Regular cleanings will keep your birds healthy, and will prolong the life of your feeders.
We love to see your nature pictures. Share them with us on our Facebook page and we’ll highlight them here!

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Upcoming Events

In-store and Curbside Service Available

We will be open for somewhat limited hours in-store and we are happy to process your purchases via phone for curbside service. Your order and receipt will be ready when you arrive!

Wilmington Hours:
Mon- Sat 10 - 4:30
Sun: 12 - 4
For Wilmington Service:
(910) 343-6001

We want you to know that the health and safety of our customers and staff is our highest priority. Watch this space for updates on our hours and store policies.

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Join Jill and Wilmington Water Tours on Sunday 4/24 for Breakfast with the Birds! Book here.

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Quality Bird Seed Makes A Difference

Feed the birds in your yard the best seed in town! Whether you’re looking for single seed varieties, special blends, squirrel-deterrent, or shell-free options, you’ll find the freshest seed at Wild Bird & Garden. Our seed is preservative and filler-free, and your birds will appreciate the difference! Come in and let us help you make the best choice for your birds and yard.
Seed is available in 5 and 20 pound bags – some select options are available in 25 pounds 
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Which birds eat Sunflower: Cardinals, Chickadees, Finches, Titmice, Nuthatches, Woodpeckers, Mourning Doves, and many more!

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Which birds eat Shell-free Sunflower: Bluebirds, Warblers, Indigo Buntings, Cardinals, Chickadees, Finches, Titmice, Nuthatches, Woodpeckers, Mourning Doves, and many more!

Which birds eat Safflower: Blue Jays, Cardinals, Chickadees, Finches, Titmice, White-breasted nuthatches, Downy Woodpeckers, Red-bellied Woodpeckers, Mourning Doves, and many more!

Who doesn’t like safflower: Squirrels, Grackles, Starlings

UPCOMING CLASSES

Birding at Lake Waccamaw

Join local expert Wayne Hoffman and store owner Jill Peleuses on a birding trip to Lake Waccamaw. Lake Waccamaw is the largest of North Carolina’s mysterious “Carolina Bay” lakes. The State Park is along the southeastern shore, and contains a diversity of bird habitats, including pine flatwoods, swampy hardwood forest, and oak-pine sand ridges, excellent for a variety of species.

Birding at Moores Creek

Join local expert Wayne Hoffman and store owner Jill Peleuses on a birding trip to Moores Creek. Moores Creek National Battlefield is a small historic park managed by the US National Park Service. It commemorates and interprets a battle in the American Revolution, but also provides good opportunities for observing birds and wildlife.

Bird Photography Class

Join birding extraordinaire and nature photographer, Wayne Hoffman, and our very own Jill Peleuses, at the Wrightsville Beach shorebird nesting colony for an early morning of photography! Wayne will help you enhance your wildlife photography skills by sharing his tips and tricks and allowing plenty of time for questions and practice. Registrants must bring their own photography equipment.

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If you are interested in other bird activities in the area, check out the Cape Fear Audubon’s activity calendar here!

Space in these programs is limited and pre-registration is required. Participants provide their own binoculars and transportation. 
Stop by or give us a call at (910) 343-6001 to register soon!