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How Do I Get Involved?Join Born Free USA and the Avian Welfare Coalition in the annual National Day of Action for Captive Birds by helping to educate the public about issues affecting captive birds and by asking Petco and PetsMart not to sell live birds in their stores. You can celebrate National Bird Day in many ways: And don't forget to let us know your plans. 1. Play:Fun for fledgling birders and experts alike, take part in our state bird count challenge and bird call quiz. State Bird Count ChallengeHave your seen your state bird recently? Make your state rate. Take our state bird count challenge beginning in October and be entered in a chance to win a special prize. Take our Bird Call QuizCan you match the right bird to his call? 2. Post:Collectible 2010 PostersDisplay our National Bird Day posters at your local animal shelter, library, co-op, school, or responsible pet supply store that does not sell birds and other animals.
Send an e-card (virtual postcard).
Send an e-card to a friend to introduce them to National Bird Day. Sending the card is simple! With six designs to choose from, you're bound to find a card that fits your friend, and you can add your own personal message. Just follow the easy instructions. Check out our MySpace page.
MySpace users can help us spread the word by adding National Bird Day to their Friends list. Place an ad in your local newspaper or favorite magazine.Born Free USA also offers a free print advertisement to activists securing space in the newspaper, local distributions such as weekly entertainment segments, magazines, student yearbooks, athletic rosters, or anywhere else you can think to advertise National Bird Day. 
Due to the various sizes and shapes available for print ads, all you have to do is secure the space and provide Born Free USA with the company's contact information so we can send a sample ad and the ad elements directly. In addition to offering non-profit rates, many companies will lay out the ad for free when you purchase space, so be sure to inquire and Born Free USA can send the company our non-profit number. For more information, please contact Born Free USA at 916-447-3085 x217 or info@bornfreeusa.org. 3. Host:
Host educational children's activities.Complete lesson plan centered around Lucky can be found at www.luckythelorikeet.com. Host a coloring contest for kids.Arrange a "More Beautiful Wild" coloring contest with your local school, library, or newspaper. Invite kids color a picture of wild parrots for a chance to compete in different age categories for a prize or gift certificate. For more ideas for kids to celebrate National Bird Day, click here. Host an educational display.
Community centers and local or school libraries often have exhibit cases that can be used for educational displays. Just ask the manager or librarian how to make a reservation and be willing to agree to some guidelines. Download materials are available from the Avian Welfare Coalition. Host a bird art show celebrating birds in art!A number of art shows were held in honor of National Bird Day 2009. To see a list of the wonderful artists who participated in the 2009 National Bird Day art shows, visit the "Events & Artists" page. 4. Write:Write a Letter to the Editor or Op-ed.An Op-Ed is a guest opinion, usually appearing opposite the editorial page. In your letter or op-ed, draw attention to the plight of captive exotic birds in this country. Sample letters are available on Born Free USA's website: Write letters to Petco and PETsMART.Let them know why you won’t patronize their stores. View a Sample letter and contact information. 5. Recognize:Request your city Mayor to officially recognize January 5 as "National Bird Day" in your city or town. Download: Next: Fun Activities » |
Name that tune!Test your skill with our Bird Call Quiz. 
Spot Your State BirdThe next state bird count challenge begins October 2010. |
