Which classes meet the adoption process class requirement?
Classes noted with a parrot icon meet the adoption process class requirement. These classes also include a statement in the class description indicating it meets the adoption process requirement. Adoption applicants are welcome to join us at other classes or talks, too, but they do not meet the adoption process requirement. If you are adopting a larger bird from us, your adoption coordinator may also request you attend an additional class on parrot behavior.
Classes noted with a parrot icon meet the adoption process class requirement. These classes also include a statement in the class description indicating it meets the adoption process requirement. Adoption applicants are welcome to join us at other classes or talks, too, but they do not meet the adoption process requirement. If you are adopting a larger bird from us, your adoption coordinator may also request you attend an additional class on parrot behavior.
The 2020 Phoenix Landing Wellness Retreat conference in Asheville, NC, May 16-17, 2020 is planning to go on as scheduled at this time. We will notify attendees immediately if that changes, but our hope is that, as a result of the tremendous response to COVID-19 currently happening in March and April, the threat will have subsided by mid-May. Thank you!
Some classes are being cancelled due to precautions concerning COVID-19. Please check this page for updates. Stay tuned for announcements concerning online classes!
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CANCELLED ALEXANDER, NC: The Landing, 31 Landing Place
SATURDAY, March 21st 
DID YOU KNOW? A GATHERING OF PARROT CARE INFORMATION
During our numerous events and conversations over the years, many interesting parrot care topics and facts have come up. We've gathered these together into a class that also covers some of the primary areas of health, enrichment, intelligence, nutrition, housing and safety. Join us for a discussion about some of the more intriguing aspects of parrots, and how we can strive to make their lives longer, healthier and happier. This class satisfies our adoption process class requirement. ADOPTION CENTER HOURS Enjoy some refreshments, tour the adoption center, meet adoptable parrots, talk with other parrot people, and shop in Phoenix Landing's Helping Parrots store! |
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CANCELLED FAIRFAX, VA: Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services, 4105 Rust Road
SUNDAY, March 22nd 
THE CONTENTED COMPANION
Looking for techniques to keep your parrot happy and calm? Let's explore some ideas for meeting our parrots’ many needs, including tips for keeping those bird-brains thinking and engaged. We’ll touch on many aspects of parrot care, to include: optimizing the cage and play areas; providing a nutritious and varied diet; providing clean air, sufficient lighting and exercise; discovering ample socialization opportunities; and finding techniques for mental stimulation. This class satisfies our adoption process class requirement. |
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CANCELLED JACKSONVILLE, FL: Exotic Bird Hospital, 8820 Old Kings Road South
SUNDAY, March 22nd 
THE CONTENTED COMPANION
Looking for techniques to keep your parrot happy and calm? Let's explore some ideas for meeting our parrots’ many needs, including tips for keeping those bird-brains thinking and engaged. We’ll touch on many aspects of parrot care, to include: optimizing the cage and play areas; providing a nutritious and varied diet; providing clean air, sufficient lighting and exercise; discovering ample socialization opportunities; and finding techniques for mental stimulation. This class satisfies our adoption process class requirement. Space is limited, call the hospital at (904) 256-0043 to reserve a seat. |
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CANCELLED CARY, NC: Unleashed/AniMall Cary Towne Center Mall 1105 Walnut St
SATURDAY, March 28th 
THE CONTENTED COMPANION
Looking for techniques to keep your parrot happy and calm? Let's explore some ideas for meeting our parrots’ many needs, including tips for keeping those bird-brains thinking and engaged. We’ll touch on many aspects of parrot care, to include: optimizing the cage and play areas; providing a nutritious and varied diet; providing clean air, sufficient lighting and exercise; discovering ample socialization opportunities; and finding techniques for mental stimulation. This class satisfies our adoption process class requirement. |
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CANCELLED HAGERSTOWN, MD: NorthPaws Animal Hospital, 21257 Leitersburg Pike
SATURDAY, April 4th 
THINGS I WISH I'D KNOWN
A comprehensive parrot care class for the new and experienced alike. Great for the whole family! We promise you will learn something new. Topics include health, safety, nutrition, enrichment, behavior, and companionship. An essential class for our foster and adoption applicants, or those wishing to volunteer. A perfect class for anyone wishing to learn about many aspects of parrot care, or meet other parrot providers. This class satisfies our adoption process class requirement. |
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CANCELLED WASHINGTON, DC: Humane Rescue Alliance, 71 Oglethorpe St. NW
SATURDAY, April 11th 
THE CONTENTED COMPANION
Looking for techniques to keep your parrot happy and calm? Let's explore some ideas for meeting our parrots’ many needs, including tips for keeping those bird-brains thinking and engaged. We’ll touch on many aspects of parrot care, to include: optimizing the cage and play areas; providing a nutritious and varied diet; providing clean air, sufficient lighting and exercise; discovering ample socialization opportunities; and finding techniques for mental stimulation. This class satisfies our adoption process class requirement. |
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CANCELLED SPRINGFIELD, VA: Grace Presbyterian Church, 7434 Bath Street
Room 10, Lower Level SATURDAY, April 18th 
NO PLACE LIKE HOME
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 satisfies our adoption process class requirement. |
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JACKSONVILLE, FL: Exotic Bird Hospital, 8820 Old Kings Road South
SUNDAY, April 26, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 
THE CONTENTED COMPANION
Looking for techniques to keep your parrot happy and calm? Let's explore some ideas for meeting our parrots’ many needs, including tips for keeping those bird-brains thinking and engaged. We’ll touch on many aspects of parrot care, to include: optimizing the cage and play areas; providing a nutritious and varied diet; providing clean air, sufficient lighting and exercise; discovering ample socialization opportunities; and finding techniques for mental stimulation. This class satisfies our adoption process class requirement. Space is limited, call the hospital at (904) 256-0043 to reserve a seat. |
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ALEXANDER, NC: The Landing, 31 Landing Place Click here for directions
SATURDAY, May 2nd, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 
A PARROT'S POINT OF VIEW: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Parrots are built to fly, forage, and flock together, and in the wild they must be continually on alert for predators. These physical and social attributes still govern how a parrot adapts to their lives in our homes. Do you consider your parrot’s perspective in your daily routines and interactions? Perhaps sometimes you just don’t understand each other because you see things differently? Let’s talk about life from a “Parrot’s Point of View.” This class satisfies our adoption process class requirement. 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: ADOPTION CENTER HOURS Enjoy some refreshments, tour the adoption center, meet adoptable parrots, talk with other parrot people, and shop in Phoenix Landing's Helping Parrots store! |
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SPRINGFIELD, VA: Grace Presbyterian Church, 7434 Bath Street
Room 10, Lower Level SATURDAY, May 9th, 10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon 
DID YOU KNOW? A GATHERING OF PARROT CARE INFORMATION
During our numerous events and conversations over the years, many interesting parrot care topics and facts have come up. We've gathered these together into a class that also covers some of the primary areas of health, enrichment, intelligence, nutrition, housing and safety. Join us for a discussion about some of the more intriguing aspects of parrots, and how we can strive to make their lives longer, healthier and happier. This class satisfies our adoption process class requirement. |
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2020 WELLNESS RETREAT: What is your vision for the future of parrots?
MAY 16th - 17th, University of North Carolina at Asheville, NC
A remarkable array of veterinarians, scientists, and teachers will join us for another exceptional learning event. There are four concurrent sessions, which includes an advanced track for the veterinary and scientific community. Topics include the Grey Parrot Project, teaching flight, parrot behavior, homeopathic remedies, heart disease, teaching birds the concepts of yes/no, CBD oil uses with parrots, feather destructive behavior, UV light and birds, the Macaw Recovery Network, and much more. For details, visit the 2020 Wellness Retreat page. |
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ALEXANDER, NC: The Landing, 31 Landing Place Click here for directions
POSTPONED until later in the year. We hope to see you then! 20th BIRTHDAY PARTY for PHOENIX LANDING FOUNDATION
Save the date and join us as we celebrate 20 years of Helping Parrots! Tour the adoption center, participate in a scavenger hunt, meet other businesses and non-profits in our community, eat birthday cake, and more! We'll have everything on sale in our Helping Parrots store, and a special sale on cages and java trees, too. For complete details, visit https://www.phoenixlanding.org/20th-birthday.html |
Frequently Asked Questions about Phoenix Landing classes and events:
Is there a charge for the classes?
Classes are free, unless otherwise noted. However, donations to cover travel costs for speakers, etc. are always appreciated!
Will I meet birds at the events? Can I bring my bird?
Adoptable birds are present at many classes, but not all. For the health and safety of your birds and of the adoptable birds, we ask class attendees to please leave all personal birds at home.
Classes are free, unless otherwise noted. However, donations to cover travel costs for speakers, etc. are always appreciated!
Will I meet birds at the events? Can I bring my bird?
Adoptable birds are present at many classes, but not all. For the health and safety of your birds and of the adoptable birds, we ask class attendees to please leave all personal birds at home.
Which classes meet the adoption process class requirement?
Classes noted with a parrot icon meet the adoption process class requirement. These classes also include a statement in the class description indicating it meets the adoption process requirement. Adoption applicants are welcome to join us at other classes or talks, too, but they do not meet the adoption process requirement. If you are adopting a larger bird from us, your adoption coordinator may also request you attend an additional class on parrot behavior.
Classes noted with a parrot icon meet the adoption process class requirement. These classes also include a statement in the class description indicating it meets the adoption process requirement. Adoption applicants are welcome to join us at other classes or talks, too, but they do not meet the adoption process requirement. If you are adopting a larger bird from us, your adoption coordinator may also request you attend an additional class on parrot behavior.
Tips for specific class locations
Classes in Alexander, NC and at SEAVS in Fairfax involve stairs. Please contact us if you need an alternative.
Seating is limited at the Jacksonville, FL classes, so reserve your seat in advance by calling (904) 256-0043.
Classes in Alexander, NC and at SEAVS in Fairfax involve stairs. Please contact us if you need an alternative.
Seating is limited at the Jacksonville, FL classes, so reserve your seat in advance by calling (904) 256-0043.