Missouri | Valley Park | World Bird Sanctuary/Lone Elk Park | American Barn Owl!

Description

[one-half-first]World Bird Sanctuary ((Source: WorldBirdSanctuary.org)) is both a unique St. Louis attraction and entertaining environmental education opportunity. With over 305 acres and over 200 animals in it’s care, it offers a one-of-a-kind wildlife experience.[/one-half-first][one-half][/one-half]

World Bird Sanctuary’s mission is to preserve, protect and inspire to safeguard bird species as part of the global community for future generations. Their vision is to create a world where diverse bird species are secure and thriving in a variety of stable ecological communities. They work to fulfill this mission through their six core competencies of sanctuary services, education, rehabilitation, propagation, research/field studies and advocacy efforts.

The penny press machine ((Source: PennyCollector.com)) (and gift shop) have been moved to a small building on the main level with the parking areas, above the previous location.