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The Avian Conservation Center/Center for Birds of Prey is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization.  Your generous membership contribution provides meaningful support for the Center's medical, educational, research, and conservation initiatives. All contributions to the Center are tax-deductible as provided by law. Thank you for your participation.

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One year’s membership in support of the Center’s medical, educational,  research, and conservation initiatives...

Membership Benefits

  • Complimentary Passes to the Center
  • eNews alerts
  • Subscription to Center e-newsletter, The Harrier
  • Exclusive invitations to member lectures, activities, and events
  • Member discounts for admission and retail items

Wingswood Society, Stewardship, Sponsor, Business and Corporate Partner members receive additional invitations and personalized benefits

Membership Levels

  • General:  $45 - $99
  • Contributing: $100 - $249
  • Patron: $250 - $999
  • Steward: $1,000 - $4,999
  • Sponsor: $5,000 - $9,999
  • Wingswood Society : $10,000+
  • Business Sponsor: $250 / $500
  • Corporate Partner: $2,500 / $5,000 / $10,000

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Contribute by Phone
Call us at 843.971.7474 to charge by phone.

Contribute by Mail
Click here for a printable contribution form.


Buy Tickets

Advanced Purchase
Recommended
Tours often
sell out in advance!

Check availability
and buy tickets:
The Center for Birds of Prey
Tours & Grounds Access

Or to purchase by phone,
call Zerve at (800) 979-3370

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Stephen's Blog

Catch Stephen Schabel's Blog on CBOP here!
Director of Education Stephen Schabel's Blog on the day to day activities of the center is an engaging read for anyone interested in Birds of Prey.

 

Welcome to the Center

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Swallow-tailed Kite
Swallow Tailed Kite
If you see one of these birds, report it here! Read more
Plan Your Visit
Plan Your Visit
Things to do at the the Center: take a tour, see the birds, & much more...

Injured Birds or Sightings

Call the Center immediately
at (843) 971-7474 to report it.
When you find an injured bird of prey or shorebird, your quick response may save its life. For complete instructions, see handling the injured bird.

Swallow-tailed Kite sighting? Report Sighting Here!

Upcoming Events

May

Painted Bunting Walks

Every Saturday in May, 8-11am at the Center

Walk the Center grounds with an expert in search of the colorful Painted Bunting.  Participants may also get the opportunity to see Summer Tanagers, Cuckoos, a variety of Warblers and a wading bird rookery with nesting Ibis, Egrets, Herons, Anhingas, and even Woodstorks.

$20 participation fee also includes access to the morning tour and flight demonstration.

RSVP required.

International Migratory Bird Day

Saturday, May 11th, all day at the Center

Come out and help us celebrate avian migration with special activities.

Regular admission rates apply. 

Armed Forces Day

Saturday, May 18th, all day at the Center

Active duty military with id will receive free admission to the Center and their guests will get 50% off.

June

Teacher Appreciation Day

Saturday, June 1st, all day at the Center

Teachers with id will receive free admission to the Center and their guests will get 50% off.


Hours & Location

The Center for Birds of Prey
4872 Seewee Road
Awendaw, SC 29429
See Google Map

We are Open to the Public
Thurs. – Sat.: 10a.m. – 5p.m.
Tour Times: 10:30a.m. & 2:00p.m.

Buy Tickets Online
or call (800) 979-3370

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1247
Charleston, SC 29402

Phone: 843.971.7474
Fax: 843.971.7029