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When I visited Sylvan Heights Bird Park last weekend, I noticed right away that the park was surprisingly free of children. I only saw one or two small kids amidst the throngs of people, most of whom were lugging some serious photography equipment. In fact, I felt a bit like a Spring chicken; the average visitor to the park appeared to be at least 60! Perhaps it’s true; we all turn into old men and women who just want to feed the pigeons…or, in this case, photograph them. Then again, maybe I just got very lucky and attended on a perfect Fall Saturday when people with children weren’t interested in going to the bird park. Either way, I’ll take it!

Here are some more of the adorable little feather puffs you can see at Sylvan Heights Bird Park:

Javan Pond Heron :: "WAIT! This isn't my best side!"

This little Javan Pond Heron kindly gave me a different angle.

"Does this angle make me look fat?!"

If you’re looking for a fun childfree getaway and are within reasonable driving distance of Scotland Neck, NC, you should consider visiting Sylvan Heights Bird Park. In addition to getting to view a large variety of gorgeous birds from around the world (many of which are endangered), you’ll also be supporting a sanctuary which takes in abandoned, neglected, and abused birds commonly kept as pets. They have habitats filled with Macaws, Cockatoos, Parrots, and Conures. Some of these birds easily outlive their owners because they have lifespans of over 100 years, and many find themselves with nowhere else to go besides the Bird Park. So, not only will you get to spend a fun day walking around a beautifully wooded park, your admission and donations go to help support their rescue efforts.

I have followed the decline of America’s bee population for several years. It’s a distressing development, especially when you consider that those fuzzy little insects are responsible for most of the delicious foods we enjoy. Without bees, we wouldn’t have very much to eat. So, when a local restaurant asked for donations to fund a bee garden at their restaurant, I was happy to oblige!

Market Restaurant and Escazu Chocolate are now only $10 away from their $2800 goal to fund this project. If you live in the Raleigh-Durham area, think about donating a few bucks. Our little ecosystem needs bees so we can continue enjoying the delicious foods churned out by Market and Escazu. Both restaurants strive to use fresh, local ingredients in all of their products.

When you love nature, nature loves you back.