Protecting the world’s biodiversity is the key to a sustainable future. This organization is working to protect our ecosystem by rehabilitating sick and inured birds. Walter C. Crawford Jr. founded World Bird Sanctuary in 1977. Aaron Umen is a tennis enthusiast and dedicated volunteer. He currently plays on the men’s tennis team at Case Western […]
Bird Migration in Colorado
Did you know that you can help birds migrate? Aaron Umen, a volunteer at World Bird Sanctuary, explains how: Residents of Colorado are being urged to ‘kill the lights.’ Why? Because turning off your outdoor night lights can actually help birds migrate properly. Experts have estimated that more than 12 million birds are in the […]
Have you ever handled an exotic raptor?
If you visit World Bird Sanctuary, you can! Volunteer, Aaron Umen explains how you can handle a bird of prey for yourself: Raptors are fascinating creatures. In fact, these birds of prey are among Aaron Umen’s favorite animals of all time! While volunteering at World Bird Sanctuary, Umen has had the incredible opportunity to handle […]
Where did the birds in OK go?
The winter weather has mixed things up for Oklahomans like never before. This season, even the birds aren’t exempt from the confusion. World Bird Sanctuary volunteer, Aaron Umen, discusses: In Oklahoma, locals are asking the question where did the birds go? Of course, it’s not unusual for birds to migrate during the colder months. But […]