Duckling Day!

- RESCHEDULED -
July 11, 2020 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Duckling Day is a very special event for Sylvan Heights members at the Aviculturist level or higher!

This event is free, and is open to upper-level Sylvan Heights members ONLY. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the Sylvan Heights Avian Breeding Center led by Sylvan Heights staff, followed by lunch in Toad Hall Pavilion at Sylvan Heights Bird Park! This is the ultimate day for waterfowl enthusiasts. Guests can marvel at being shown how to "candle" an egg and witness new ducklings hatching.

Reservations are required to attend this event. Registration ends on July 4th, 2020.

RESERVATIONS

To join or upgrade your membership, please click here or call us at (252) 826-3186.

Latest News

Park Reopens to Public

On May 23, 2020, Sylvan Heights Bird Park reopened for general admission after a two-month closure during the COVID-19 pandemic. While most of the park's trails and exhibits are open, we are taking extra precautions to ensure the safest possible experience for guests and staff. Before you visit the park, please take a moment to read the safety guidelines and Q&A section on our website.

COVID-19 UPDATE

If you would like to help Sylvan Heights Bird Park recover from the significant financial loss caused by our temporary closure, please consider making a donation. We are sincerely grateful for the support of our donors, members, volunteers, and visitors. Thank you!

Duck Landing Cafe

NOW OPEN!

Conveniently located inside Sylvan Heights Bird Park, Duck Landing Cafe is now serving up a variety of sandwiches, hot dogs, ice cream, and fun foods. Members, schools, and groups receive a special discount!

VISIT CAFE WEBSITE

The Duck Landing Cafe is owned and operated by Six Parkers, LLC.
A portion of your purchases will help support Sylvan Heights Bird Park.

Connect Online!

FREE LEARNING RESOURCES FROM SYLVAN HEIGHTS

Although Sylvan Heights Bird Park was closed temporarily this spring, our educational programs continued online in the form of video Keeper Talks, a brand new series called "Backyard Science", and more online content. These resources are available for free on our website!

ONLINE RESOURCES

Upcoming Events

SAVE THE DATE!

The Year of the Owl

SYLVAN HEIGHTS BIRD PARK'S ANNUAL FUNDRAISER

October 10, 2020 | 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Join Sylvan Heights Bird Park for our annual fundraiser as we celebrate "The Year of the Owl"! Enjoy a variety of delicious cuisines, live and silent auctions, and entertainment. Proceeds support the conservation and education programs at Sylvan Heights Bird Park.

Stay tuned to our website and social media pages for more details and ticket information!

If you like what we do at Sylvan Heights Bird Park, please consider making a donation. Your support helps us continue our mission to educate the next generation about the importance of conserving waterfowl and wetlands, as well as our conservation programs that help preserve some of the world's rarest birds.