The World Bird Sanctuary's mission is to preserve the earth's biological diversity and to secure the future of threatened bird species in their natural environments. We work to fulfill that mission through education, captive breeding, field studies and rehabilitation.

WBS operates under the leadership of Executive Director Walter C. Crawford, Jr. along with dedicated staff, volunteers, interns and an active Board of Directors. Crawford directs the daily operations of the sanctuary, but is responsible to the Board of Directors in all matters, ensuring that WBS is above reproach in this field. The sanctuary employs a full time staff of 35 and hires approximately 25 part time employees each year. The most important aspect of WBS is, beyond a doubt, its staff and volunteers. They are individuals who have dedicated their lives to wildlife conservation and the mission of the sanctuary. They are also the reason for this organization's success.

The World Bird Sanctuary is one of North America's largest facilities for the conservation of birds. WBS is on the leading edge of public awareness regarding the plight of bird species worldwide.

Education

WBS is dedicated to interactive, entertaining environmental education. Each year, WBS' Education Department reaches over two million people with an important message of survival. With amazing animals and professional Naturalists, WBS' programs are second-to-none. More about our education programs...

Propagation

The Captive Breeding department of WBS has celebrated many significant achievements sinceits inception in 1977 including successful efforts to re-establish several endangered species. More about our propagation programs...

B.A.S.H. (Bird Air Strike Hazard) Program

WBS staff fly trained falcons over US Air Force Bases to eliminate the chance of wild birds striking planes. This natural wild bird deterrent has saved both human and bird lives while saving the US Air Force millions of dollars. More about the B.A.S.H. program...

Field Studies

WBS works with international, national and local companies and organizations to conserve and enhance wildlife habitat. More about our field study programs...

Rehabilitation

WBS' Rehabilitation Department treats over 250 ill and injured raptors annually. WBS has been called upon by government agencies to assist in the rescue of and relocation of smuggled and confiscated animals. More about our rehabilitation programs...