Upcoming On-Line Events
Phoenix Landing events are largely held online now. Every month we try to feature a live Zoom event with a special guest speaker. There is always something new to learn and we hope you will join us often! Sometimes the event is recorded and you can find it on our website to view at anytime. We also offer self-paced core classes which address the essential aspects of parrot care such as health, safety, behavior, nutrition, and enrichment. These classes coincide with our adoption process, but they are also available to anyone who is interested in new ideas or continued learning. Details about upcoming events are below.
February 2026
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February 28th, Saturday, 1:00 pm Eastern Parrot Research and Conservation Projects with Don Brightsmith, PhD Live Zoom Event Wild parrots deserve our attention and support. Helping to preserve psittacines and their habitats are important to those of us who appreciate and love parrots. The Macaw Society (formerly known as the Tambopata Macaw Project) conducts long-term research projects regarding the ecology and conservation of macaws and other parrots under the direction of Donald Brightsmith and Gabriela Vigo of the Schubot Center for Avian Health at the Texas A&M University. The Macaw Society has been working in the lowlands of southeastern Peru for more than two decades. They work with collaborators on a broad array of projects focused on the ecology and conservation of psittacines. They have several ongoing research studies regarding wild chicks, foster parents, and one of our favorites - are pairs truly faithful? Dr. Brightsmith will give us an update of some ongoing projects as well as findings from some key prior studies. This is a great opportunity to join us live and ask questions about wild parrot behavior, nutrition, etc. |
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February 7th - February 14th No Place Like Home Self-Paced Online Core Class When we bring a parrot into our lives, from parakeets to macaws, we are offering them a place to call home. What does home mean? For a parrot it might mean a place to be safe, be healthy, have a sense of family, and be provided positive opportunities to live and thrive. This class will address what each of these means to a bird, and give you some ideas about how to continue providing the good life for your bird. This class also satisfies our adoption process requirement if the "homework" activities are completed. |
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February 14th - February 21st The Good Life Self-Paced Online Core Class This core class looks at some essential ingredients for providing a good life for the parrots in our homes - from nutrition and behavior, to enrichment, health, and the anatomy of our “dinosaurs.” We also offer some tips about how to accomplish parrot care functions that make life easier for you and good for the birds. This class also satisfies our adoption process requirement if the "homework" activities are completed. |
March 2026
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March 28th, Saturday, 3:00 pm Eastern The Avian Physical Exam with Anna Osofsky, DVM, ABVP (Avian) Live Zoom Event What exactly does an avian veterinarian look for during a physical exam? Unlike other companion animals, birds require specialized handling and examination techniques to minimize stress while ensuring a comprehensive evaluation. Dr. Osofsky will give us a step-by-step description of what a physical examination involves, from head-to-toe. This information helps us better understand the important signs of health or illness. This will also help you to be a part of your parrot's well being by learning things you can observe at home in case your bird needs to see a veterinarian prior to their wellness visits. Dr. Osofsky was the 2022 President of the Association of Avian Veterinarians. She practices at the Carrollton West Pet Hospital in Carrollton, Texas. |
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March 14th - March 21st No Place Like Home Self-Paced Online Core Class When we bring a parrot into our lives, from parakeets to macaws, we are offering them a place to call home. What does home mean? For a parrot it might mean a place to be safe, be healthy, have a sense of family, and be provided positive opportunities to live and thrive. This class will address what each of these means to a bird, and give you some ideas about how to continue providing the good life for your bird. This class also satisfies our adoption process requirement if the "homework" activities are completed. |
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March 21st- March 28th The Good Life Self-Paced Online Core Class This core class looks at some essential ingredients for providing a good life for the parrots in our homes - from nutrition and behavior, to enrichment, health, and the anatomy of our “dinosaurs.” We also offer some tips about how to accomplish parrot care functions that make life easier for you and good for the birds. This class also satisfies our adoption process requirement if the "homework" activities are completed. |