| It is a serene sanctuary where one can explore and enjoy verdant lands and learn about the workings of our natural world. Birds are abundant in the fields and the Bird Window. Founded as a non-profit nature preserve and education center in 1986, Birdsong is dedicated to preserving and maintaining its lands in a manner that is most beneficial to wildlife, and to fostering in the public a greater understanding and appreciation of nature. Meandering throughout Birdsong's lands are 12-miles of nature trail well suited for casual hiking. The varied woodland, wetland and old-field habitats support a diversity of wildlife, and offer an ideal setting for observing and enjoying the quiet, ongoing beauty found in our natural communities. The 565 acre center is open to visitors on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 1-5 each week. Also, Birdsong's widely known Bird Window offers a wonderful opportunity for up-close observation of a wide array of resident and migratory bird species. Visit and enjoy the quiet beauty that is Birdsong. An experience awaits that will delight the heart of the nature lover in anyone. |
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| Programs | ||
| We offer a wide variety of natural science programs, for young and old alike, lead by local scientists and expert volunteers. A small sample of programs we offer includes:  Wildlife identification - birds, plants, insects Fire ecology and controlled-burn training Maintaining habitat to benefit and attract wildlife Our gulf seashores and its creatures The evening sky - planets, stars, constellations Inservice natural science workshops for teachers. These programs typically involve getting out to experience nature in the field, both on the grounds of the center and at local-area sites of special interest. |
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| Phone, Address and Website | ||
| Phone: 229-377-4408 - toll free 800-953-BIRD - Address: 2106 Meridian Rd, Thomasville Georgia 31792 - Located mid-way between Tallahassee, FL, and Thomasville, GA, on Meridian Road, 4 miles north of the Florida-Georgia border - Birdsong Nature Center Website | ||
| National Audubon Society Website | ||
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