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Purpose

The purpose of the Northwest Bird Club is to join together people who share a common interest in keeping and breeding exotic birds in captivity, to educate our members and the general public in the best care, keeping, maintenance and breeding of their birds; to support bird conservation. Together we can make a difference.

History

The Northwest Bird Club was started in the late 1970’s with the goal of promoting the keeping and breeding of exotic birds. It was spun-off from a poultry club. To this day many of our members keep poultry in addition to cage birds.

The Club is based in Medford, Oregon and we have had as many as 100 members in a year, from all parts of the Pacific Northwest. Early presidents included Margaret Young of Phoenix, Oregon, Cliff Chamberlain, Rand Kidman, and Doug Pfaff. Invaluable in their support were Gaylee Oakes, Mary Pfaff, Kurt and Virginia Dahl, Bud and Sam (Samantha) Mosley, Lyle and Virginia Sharpe, and many others. The first meetings were held in member’s homes. The club grew, and it became impossible to squeeze everyone into a single room. Different halls were found to continue the meeting.

The first Bird Mart was held in connection with a Bird Show. This would continue for nearly 20 years. Today, the Bird Mart continues strong for 41 years.

Join the Northwest Bird Club

The purpose of the Northwest Bird Club is to create an interest in raising birds, to teach good husbandry practices, recognize good conformation and color according to recognized standards, and to promote the preservation of endangered species. We publish a monthly newsletter with a lot of great information.

Benefits of being a member:

Members have more “benefits” than non-members.
Members have access to the following topics on our website that “non-members” don’t:

• Share experiences of your bird species with people you get to know and trust nearby!
• Get help in times of crisis, loss of birds, and quick answers for bird care!
• Have access to breeders you know well, raising the birds you might want or need!
• Learn about birds you didn’t even know existed!
• Monthly newsletters (current and archived) encompassing a wide variety of timely events, and articles written by notable specialists in the bird field, as well as our own club members (many of whom are avian professionals).
• All Bird Mart information, including the vendor packet, Bird Mart Book, donation form, bird mart/bird club flyers.
• Club Elections, run for office!
• Lending book and DVD library – up to date books and DVD’s on birds.
• Educational Programs – Including veterinary speakers, bird behaviorists, and nutritionists.
• Grooming demos.
• Invaluable interaction with other bird people!
• Make new friends at our monthly meetings, annual picnics and special events!

Membership dues are $20 per year for single or family membership.
Membership is by application according to the bylaws.

DOWNLOAD OUR MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM (pdf file) 

For more information, contact:  Ann