Northwest Bird Rescue & Adoption Orpanage Inc.

06-17-2010 YACOLT QUAKER FLEDGLING RESCUE With video Links In addition; audio conversation with; Allison Evens- Fragile; of "Edgewater Parrots

2010-06-23T06:01:00.000-07:00

Friday 06-17-2010

As we pass our Duck signs it was a nice dry 70 degree day as we traveled the scenic route to Yacolt, Washington.

Friday 06-17-2010 I was summoned to Yacolt Washington by residents to help a fledgling wild Quaker walking down the street. Alone! We rescued him/her.
This is an UPDATE Report from the homeowners in the backyard of Glenn & Lisa Welker. Owners of Nest Platform #1 Built & Erected by N.W. Bird Rescue.

Back in the years of 2006, 2007, and a successful 2008 rescue efforts where noticed. We self appointed our self to be the guardians of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt Washington.
the local residence seemed to give up their rescue efforts in the early months of 2008.
They called themselves (Y.A.P.P.A') Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association.
To see more media video & print publications on these wild Quakers.
Please visit; http://www.nwbirdrescue.com and archive reports can be vied on our blog at; http://www.nwbirdrescue.blogspot.com/

It was a nice dry 70 degree day as we traveled the scenic rout to Yacolt, Washington.

It was the normal windy road to Yacolt, Washington

Upon arrival in Yacolt, Washington we notice a familiar sign; the location of our Nest Platform # 4

As we arrive at the corner of Hubbard & Twin Falls Road were the nest tears down occurred in 2006, 2007, and thought-out the tear of 2008. There was no sign of a Wild Quaker.

Here is the remains of one of the nest platform erected by the Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association.
It was reported that they were financially supported by Friends of animals and the Quaker Parrot society. (I believe these two groups and the towns people were disappointed that their monies where mishandled. Y.AP.P.A ended up seeking our help for equipment to erect only one of four planned nest platforms they promise the community and Friends of animals and the Quaker Parrot society.

Here is a quick view of the street of were the fledgling Wild Quaker was found walking down the street.

Upon arrival I was excited to see this new found fledgling.

I was prepared and ready to transport in a warm brooder.

A few of the Welker’s family’s exotic birds in the background.

Here is our first glance at the new construction add-on by the Wild Quakers of the nest platform in three months.

Lisa Welker shows us our first glance of the rescued Wild Quaker found walking down the street

A quick escape attempt summoned the parent to fly to us.

As seen in video link below.

A closer glance at the new construction add-on by the Wild Quakers of the nest platform.

A closer glance at the nest platform.

A closer glance at the new construction add-on by the Wild Quakers of the nest platform A closer glance at the new construction add-on by the Wild Quakers of the nest platform A closer glance at the new construction add-on by the Wild Quakers of the nest platform A closer glance at the new construction add-on by the Wild Quakers of the nest platform. West view.
A brief view; From the Eastside of the Nest platform.
A view from below.

A warm brooder awaits the rescued Wild Yacolt Quaker.

A Quick Photo of Nellie Welker; Glenn Welkers M A Quick Photo of Nellie Welker; Glenn Welkers Mother.
“Lucy” the Welkers Tame Quaker looks on at all the excitement.

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Friday 06-17-2010 7:50 pm। A brief clip; Transferring the fledgling Quaker in to portable heated brooder to keep him warm for transport to our sanctuary. We hope to release this fledgling as soon as it can fully fly on it’s own.

Below Are a few video links on the UPDATE on the Yacolt Quakers.
06-17-2010 Yacolt Resident Tanya was driving by and gives us her
http://www.youtube.com/my_videos_edit

A.) 06-17-2010 Yacolt Resident Tanya was driving by and gives us her report on their Wild Quakers.
Tanya mentions that she has seen a flock of 10 Quakers flying by her Yacolt, Washington residence.
Back in the years of 2006, 2007, and a successful 2008 rescue efforts were noticed. We self appointed our self to be the guardians of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt Washington.
The local residence seemed to give up their rescue efforts in the early months of 2008.
They called themselves (Y.A.P.P.A') Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association.
To see more media video & print publications on these wild Quakers
Please visit; http://www.nwbirdrescue.com/
And archive reports can be vied on our blog at; http://www.nwbirdrescue.blogspot.com/ or http://www.bebso.blogspot.com/

1 .Friday 06-17-2010 7:25 p.m.~ While in route to pick up a fledgling wild Quaker....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qYR2M9Uqsc

Friday 06-17-2010 7:25 p.m.~ While in route to pick up a fledgling wild Quaker. I STOPPED TO FILM THIS VIDEO CLIP OF Y.A.P.P.'S ;(Yacolt Association's Parrot Preservation Society remaining Nest platforms I was summoned to Yacolt, Washington by residents to help a fledgling wild Quaker that had fallen from its nest. It was spotted walking down the street. Alone! It was reported that they were financially supported by Friends of animals and the Quaker Parrot society. ( I believe these two groups and the towns people were disappointed that their monies where mishandled. Y.AP.P.A ended up seeking our help for equipment to erect only one of four planned nest platforms they promise the community and Friends of animals and the Quaker Parrot society
Back in the years of 2006, 2007, and a successful 2008 rescue efforts were noticed. We self appointed our self to be the guardians of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt Washington.
The local residence seemed to give up their rescue efforts in the early months of 2008.
They called themselves (Y.A.P.P.A') Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association.
To see more media video & print publications on these wild Quakers
Please visit; http://www.nwbirdrescue.com/
And archive reports can be vied on our blog at; http://www.nwbirdrescue.blogspot.com/ or http://www.bebso.blogspot.com/

2.
06-17-2010 I was summoned to Yacolt Washington to help a flightless fledgling Quaker.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36c5vCmQ9DE
Back in the years of 2006, 2007, and a successful 2008 rescue efforts where noticed. We self appointed our self to be the guardians of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt Washington. the local residence seemed to give up their rescue efforts in the early months of 2008. They called themselves (Y.A.P.P.A') Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association. To see more media video & print publications on these wild Quakers. Back in the years of 2006, 2007, and a successful 2008 rescue efforts were noticed. We self appointed our self to be the guardians of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt Washington.
The local residence seemed to give up their rescue efforts in the early months of 2008.
They called themselves (Y.A.P.P.A') Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association.
To see more media video & print publications on these wild Quakers
Please visit; http://www.nwbirdrescue.com/
And archive reports can be vied on our blog at; http://www.nwbirdrescue.blogspot.com/ or http://www.bebso.blogspot.com/
3.
06-17-2010 YACOLT QUAKER RESCUE; Part 1; Glenn Welker reports activity of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=507eQAz8TGs
Part 2 - 06-17-2010 YACOLT QUAKER RESCUE Glenn Welker reports on the activity of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt as we watch the parents and possible older sibling Quaker watch us film. Friday 06-17-2010 I was summoned to Yacolt Washington by residents to help a fledgling wild Quaker walking down the street. Alone. We rescued him/her. This is an UPDATE Report from the homeowners in the backyard of Glenn & Lisa Welker. Owners of Nest Platform #1 Built & Erected by N.W. Bird Rescue Back in the years of 2006, 2007, and a successful 2008 rescue efforts were noticed. We self appointed our self to be the guardians of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt Washington.
The local residence seemed to give up their rescue efforts in the early months of 2008.
They called themselves (Y.A.P.P.A') Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association.
To see more media video & print publications on these wild Quakers
Please visit; http://www.nwbirdrescue.com/
And archive reports can be vied on our blog at; http://www.nwbirdrescue.blogspot.com/ or http://www.bebso.blogspot.com/

4.
. 06-17-2010 YACOLT QUAKER RESCUE; Part 2; Glenn Welker reports activity of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt..
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uiwtw74Sqo
06-17-2010 YACOLT QUAKER RESCUE Glenn Welker reports on the activity of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt as we watch the parents and possible older sibling Quaker watch us film. Friday 06-17-2010 I was summoned to Yacolt Washington by residents to help a fledgling wild Quaker walking down the street. Alone! We rescued him/her. This is an UPDATE Report from the homeowners in the backyard of Glenn & Lisa Welker. Owners of Nest Platform #1 Built & Erected by N.W. Bird Rescue Back in the years of 2006, 2007, and a successful 2008 rescue efforts were noticed. We self appointed our self to be the guardians of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt Washington.
The local residence seemed to give up their rescue efforts in the early months of 2008.
They called themselves (Y.A.P.P.A') Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association.
To see more media video & print publications on these wild Quakers
Please visit; http://www.nwbirdrescue.com/
And archive reports can be vied on our blog at; http://www.nwbirdrescue.blogspot.com/ or http://www.bebso.blogspot.com/
5.
. Glenn Welker UPDATE ! Reports on the activity of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ySfmCxnMpI
06-17-2010 YACOLT QUAKER RESCUE Glenn Welker reports on the activity of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt as we watch the parents and possible older sibling Quaker watch us film. Friday 06-17-2010 I was summoned to Yacolt Washington by residents to help a fledgling wild Quaker walking down the street. Alone. We rescued him/her. This is an UPDATE Report from the homeowners in the backyard of Glenn & Lisa Welker. Owners of Nest Platform #1 Built & Erected by N.W. Bird Rescue Back in the years of 2006, 2007, and a successful 2008 rescue efforts were noticed. We self appointed our self to be the guardians of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt Washington.
The local residence seemed to give up their rescue efforts in the early months of 2008.
They called themselves (Y.A.P.P.A') Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association.
To see more media video & print publications on these wild Quakers
Please visit; http://www.nwbirdrescue.com/
And archive reports can be vied on our blog at; http://www.nwbirdrescue.blogspot.com/ or http://www.bebso.blogspot.com/
6. 06-17-2010 7:50 pm. A brief clip; Transferring the fledgling Quaker
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzBR07dQFlA
Friday 06-17-2010 7:50 pm. A brief clip; Transferring the fledgling Quaker in to portable heated brooder to keep him warm for transport to our sanctuary. We hope to release this fledgling as soon as it can fully fly on its own. Friday 06-17-2010 I was summoned to Yacolt Washington by residents to help a fledgling wild Quaker walking down the street. Alone. We rescued him/her. This is an UPDATE Report from the homeowners in the backyard of Glenn & Lisa Welker. Owners of Nest Platform #1 Built & Erected by N.W. Bird Rescue. Back in the years of 2006, 2007, and a successful 2008 rescue efforts where noticed. We self appointed our self to be the guardians of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt Washington. the local residence seemed to give up their rescue efforts in the early months of 2008. They called themselves (Y.A.P.P.A') Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association. To see more media video & print publications on these wild Quakers. Back in the years of 2006, 2007, and a successful 2008 rescue efforts were noticed. We self appointed our self to be the guardians of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt Washington.
The local residence seemed to give up their rescue efforts in the early months of 2008.
They called themselves (Y.A.P.P.A') Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association.
To see more media video & print publications on these wild Quakers
Please visit; http://www.nwbirdrescue.com/
And archive reports can be vied on our blog at; http://www.nwbirdrescue.blogspot.com/ or http://www.bebso.blogspot.com/

7. 06-17-2010 8:34PM (PST). Platform # 2~5 Wild Quakers sited flying out of nest.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12ZDxMB67G0
• Friday 06-17-2010 N8:34(PST). Platform # 2~ Five Quakers sited flying out of the nest. In the background of this video we are privileged to have some Audio witnessed by Allison Evens- Fragile; Founder of Edgewater Parrots of Edgewater New Jersey giving us advice and praise for our efforts in Yacolt, Washington for helping these Quakers survive the attempts of being killed in the winter of 2007 and the spring and Summer of 2008. Friday 06-17-2010 I was summoned to Yacolt Washington by residents to help a fledgling wild Quaker walking down the street. alone. We rescued him/her. Back in the years of 2006, 2007, and a successful 2008 rescue efforts were noticed. We self appointed our self to be the guardians of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt Washington.
The local residence seemed to give up their rescue efforts in the early months of 2008.
They called themselves (Y.A.P.P.A') Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association.
To see more media video & print publications on these wild Quakers
Please visit; http://www.nwbirdrescue.com/
And archive reports can be vied on our blog at; http://www.nwbirdrescue.blogspot.com/ or http://www.bebso.blogspot.com/

8. Friday 06-17-2010 9PM (PST) Yacolt, Washington Wild Quaker Update!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qc6eEggDOWI
Friday 06-17-2010 9PM (PST) Friday 06-17-2010 I was summoned to Yacolt Washington by residents to help a fledgling wild Quaker walking down the street. alone. We rescued him/her. Back in the years of 2006, 2007, and a successful 2008 rescue efforts where noticed. We self appointed our self to be the guardians of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt Washington. the local residence seemed to give up their rescue efforts in the early months of 2008. They called themselves (Y.A.P.P.A') Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association. To see more media video & print publications on these wild Quakers. Please visit; http://www.nwbirdrescue.com and archive reports can be vied on our blog at; http://www.nwbirdrescue.blogspot.com Quakers Flying out of Y.A.P.P.A'S nest box.. Audio witnessed by Allison Evens- Fragile; Founder of "Edgewater Parrots" of Edgewater New Jersey.
Back in the years of 2006, 2007, and a successful 2008 rescue efforts were noticed. We self appointed our self to be the guardians of the Wild Quakers of Yacolt Washington.
The local residence seemed to give up their rescue efforts in the early months of 2008.
They called themselves (Y.A.P.P.A') Yacolt Parrot Preservation Association.
To see more media video & print publications on these wild Quakers
Please visit; http://www.nwbirdrescue.com/
And archive reports can be vied on our blog at; http://www.nwbirdrescue.blogspot.com/ or http://www.bebso.blogspot.com/

Friday 06-17-2010 Lisa & Glenn Welker of owners of Platform# 1 Feed this
newly rescued Quaker & Name it “SquWelcher ” (Because of its Squelch and the combinations of their last name Welker.) After their love for Quakers they treat all of the Quakers in town like one of their own children.

Friday 06-17-2010 N8:34(PST)। Platform # 2~ Five Quakers sited flying out of the nest. In the background of this video we are privileged to have some Audio witnessed by Allison Evens- Fragile; Founder of Edgewater Parrots of Edgewater New Jersey giving us advice and praise for our efforts in Yacolt, Washington for helping these Quakers survive the attempts of being killed in the winter of 2007 and the spring and Summer of 2008.

Friday 06-17-2010 9PM (PST) Quakers Flying out of Y.A.P.P.A’S nest box.. Audio witnessed by Allison Evens- Fragile; Founder of Edgewater Parrots of Edgewater New Jersey

I created a similar sleeping quarters of the platform from which this fledgling Quaker fell from.

I also added a few fresh fruits and veggies for his breakfast before I will feed hand feed him formula with electrolytes. I need to keep this Quaker self-sufficient;
So he/ she will needs to learn how to find its own food.

I will only feed it once daily।

I created a similar sleeping quarters of the platform from which this fledgling Quaker fell from.

06-05-2010. Starlight Parade Portland, Oregon

2010-06-09T06:22:00.000-07:00

We where pleased to be on a float in the Starlight Parade Portland, Oregon N.W. Bird Rescue,Eartha’ “The Ecological Clown” Avian Protection League of Portland, Oregon Linda Mac Coy President of Avian Protection League Sponsored by; George Morlan Plumbing

of Portland Oregon

01-05-2010 Apple the Quaker Escapes, N.W. Bird Rescue & Parrot 911 Alert helps Reunites Bird.

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01-05-2010 Apple the Quaker Escapes, N.W. Bird Rescue & Parrot 911 Alert helps Reunites Bird.

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Tuesday January 05, 2010.

Apple the Quaker was startled from her perch escapes out the front door of her Tualatin Oregon Apartment. In the early morning of a misty then rainy day in the Portland Oregon Suburb, the Owner Terry franticly chases the bird. Terry wisely places an ad on Craig’s list then calls Chris the Birdman of N.W. Bird Rescue of Vancouver, Washington for help and advice. Then Christa & Christi from Parrot 911 Alert respond to the Craig’s list posting. The collaborations of three Chris’s go into stealth mode to retrieve this lost feathered soul. After two long days of poster placing and worrying; the hard work of posting ad’s with the correct verbiage. The ad‘s helped reunite APPLE the Quaker get reunited with her owner Terry.
Below is the Thank you letter posted by the Owner Terry.

THANK YOU to the kids of the Horizon Christian Elementary School and a wonderful man named Scott for finding and bringing my Apple back to me। Thanks to the vet who clipped Apples wings for free when Scott brought him in. Thanks for the great people from 911parrotalert.com and nwbirdrescue.com for all their help and support and helping me search and put up flyers and get the word out and their willingness to come out even all the way from Vancouver and climb trees. Thankfully it didn't come to tree climbing. Apple is HOME, thanks to everyone for everything.

SorceTHANK YOU to the kids of the Horizon Christian Elementary School and a wonderful man named Scott for finding and bringing my Apple back to me। Thanks to the vet who clipped Apples wings for free when Scott brought him in. Thanks for the great people from 911parrotalert.com and nwbirdrescue.com for all their help and support and helping me search and put up flyers and get the word out and their willingness to come out even all the way from Vancouver and climb trees. Thankfully it didn't come to tree climbing. Apple is HOME, thanks to everyone for everything.

Sorce
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December 2009- N.W. Documentary Homegrown Documentary Festival; Features N.W. Bird Rescue’s Founder; Christopher “Birdman “Driggins

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December 2009- N.W. Documentary Homegrown Documentary Festival; Features N.W. Bird Rescue’s Founder; Christopher “Birdman “Driggins

2009-12-31T23:59:00.000-08:00

December 2009- N.W. Documentary Homegrown Documentary Festival; Features N.W. Bird Rescue’s Founder; Christopher “Birdman “Driggins

2009-12-31T23:58:00.000-08:00

The opening minute of Homegrown Documentary Festival December 2009

This is a Series of Audience reactions from comments made by an amateur filming from the balcony. A brief excerpt from the documentary;

"N.W.Homegrown Documentary Festival December 2009”

This is a segment, of a series of an amateur filming from the balcony.

The audience’s reactions of the film from the balcony.

The audience’s reactions of the film from the balcony.

Below is the documentary clip.

"Words in Flight"

Producer & Director; Maren Sounders

"N.W. Homegrown Documentary Festival December 2009”

Featuring Pam Clark.

Parrot Consultant.

From Portland Oregon.

Viewed at:

Portland Oregon's

Mc Menamin's Mission Theater.

Also Featuring

Christopher "Birdman" Driggins;

Founder of N.W. Bird Rescue

Vancouver,Washington

11-10-2009 An Upcoming Fall Report on the Yacolt Quakers!!

2009-11-09T00:49:00.000-08:00

Sunday October 18th. 2009

Fall in Yacolt Washington.

Glenn Welker Reports...
14 to 16 Quaker Parrots have been seen in his backyard!
Upcoming Report from Yacolt Washington Quakers Coming Soon!

October 31st , 2009 ~~ A Halloweens scare !

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October 31st , 2009 ~~ A Halloweens scare !

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Sunday October 31st 2009 A Halloween scare of a cold rescue of an escaped exotic bird named" Toby"

During the afternoon of; "Sunday October 31st 2009.
We received a call from the Omar family.
They needed assistance retrieving their Umbrella Cockatoo from a 45-foot tree.
Their bird was startled while on the shoulder of Mr. Omar while he took out the trash.

A volunteer of
911Parrotalert.com was notified immediately, and was on site within 30 minutes.

Irena from Portland Oregon’s division of: 911parottalert.com volunteer holding "Toby" after his capture.

Irena of 911parottalert.com climbed out of her sick bed with the Swine flu to help capture "Toby.”
Irena is the true heroin of this story.
She stayed on sight for over two hours until we arrived. "Toby" Wet and confused, but saved from danger's from the wildlife of the Great Northwest.
"Toby"

Falling asleep after a long day in the tree.

The Omar’s with Irena in the background say goodbye and now start to enjoy their Halloweens night.

July 30, 2009 Northwest Bird Rescue & Parrott 911 Alert Collaborate to help Reunite Escaped Bird.

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July 30, 2009 Northwest Bird Rescue & Parrott 911 Alert Collaborate to help Reunite Escaped Bird.

2009-08-06T02:43:00.000-07:00

Source; The Lake Oswego Review,

July 30, 2009

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Errant parrot captured after six days on the lam The Lake Oswego Review, Jul 30, 2009, Updated Jul 30, 2009 SUBMITTED PHOTO SHEILA HORNOCKER

Source; The Lake Oswego Review, July 30, 2009

http://www.lakeoswegoreview.com/news/story.php?story_id=124890304058578200

Errant parrot captured after six days on the lam
The Lake Oswego Review, Jul 30, 2009, Updated Jul 30, 2009

Sebastian, a scarlet Macaw, was safely at home after six days in a tree and a harrowing rescue. Many people in the Westridge neighborhood were involved in saving Sebastian from his ill-fated flight.
SUBMITTED PHOTO SHEILA HORNOCKER

Sebastian, a scarlet Macaw who was being bird-sat by Shiela and Bill Hornocker, flew from their Lake Oswego home in the Westridge neighborhood on July 16 and found himself stuck 60 feet up in a neighboring Douglas fir.
Despite cajoling from Sheila, Sebastian refused to come down or be quiet. His response to all who tried to talk him from the limb was a noisy “Hello, cracker.”

The Hornockers contacted Irene Thorensen, a bird expert from 9-1-1 Parrot Alert in Gresham, who was convinced the only way to bring Sebastian down was to soak his feathers so he couldn’t fly. Flying is a learned behavior for most Macaws, and something they will not do naturally. Encouraging Sebastian to fly down would most likely be in vain.
For a 50-foot spray to reach the bird, the operation required the Lake Oswego Fire Department which accommodated with a truck and three firemen.
But before the LOFD could dampen his wings, Sebastian got wind of the plan and flew to another tree a block away. He stayed there for two days.
While the children of the neighborhood did their best to talk Sebastian down with bribes of food and water, the unflappable bird continued on to a tree at the home of Linda Graybeal where he stayed for another three days.

By July 21, the officials at the Northwest Bird Rescue service informed the Hornockers that if Sebastian did not come down for food and water, he would most likely perish in the tree.
To save Sebastian, Bill Hornocker called Coast Crane Company, which donated a cherry picker to save the bird.
With the street loaded with onlookers and a lemonade stand set up for the crowd, the cherry picker stretched slowly up towards the bird. When every hose the Hornockers owned was strung together to reach from the spigot to the tree, the spray just managed to dampen the bird.
However, while he was now wet and immobilized from flying, Sebastian was still stuck in the tree.
In a heroic effort, neighbor Brandon Parr, climbed 50 feet up the tree to grab the bird, but with each reach the bird squawked and moved further out a branch.
Finally, Parr began to bounce Sebastian’s branch. Gripping for his life, Sebastian spun around and around the branch and finally dropped to the branch below. Parr continued the bouncing technique, and after three hours, Sebastian was safely at the bottom of the tree.
“Wet, hungry and scared, Sebastian was thrilled to be in the arms of someone friendly,” said Sheila. “The neighbors gave a big cheer to the rescuers.”
The Hornockers — and possibly Sebastian — were grateful for the support from their Westridge neighbors, the LOFD, Northwest Bird Rescue, 911 Parrot Alert, Coast Crane Company, and the neighborhood bird-whisperer, Brandon Parr.

7-26-09 7:00 AM Call from our Washington State Police dispatch ; Great Horned Owl Rescue rescue call

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Saturday 7-26-09 7:00 AM Call from our Washington State Police dispatch ; Great Horned Owl Rescue rescue call

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These two good Samaritans visiting from Utah fishing called 911 at 6:50 am when they found this Great horned owl entangled in fishing line.

If you look close, you'll notice the fishing line.

( Click on photo to enlarge image)

After untangling the line, he started up the tree.
( Click on photo to enlarge image) .( Click on photo to eblarge image)
Then a bit higher, with a small bit of fishing line still on his leg.

A pair of canoe’s passed by an we asked for help to shake the branch to confirm that this Great Horned Owl could fly without trouble.They shook the branch and...( Click on photo to enlarge image)He flew just fine ...

Sunday 7-26-09 OSPREY RESCUE CALL

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Sunday 7-26-09 OSPREY RESCUE CALL

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Sunday July 26, th 2009. We received to help this fledgling Osprey found in a parking lot in over 100-degree weather.

This is the 200 foot power pole where this apprent fledging Osprey fell from.

We hydrated the bird immediately with electrolytes. Hydrated and ready for transportation tempory sanctuary.

It was very easy to place him into his tempory holding nest cage.

Then we picked up 5 pounds. of Fresh Northwest Salmon. This fledgling ate 2.5lbs within 8 hours.

Below is a few video clips of this Osprey Breakfast Cry before Transported to the Portland Audubon.

Now he's Transported to the Portland Audubon .

Monday morning;
Arriving at the Portland Audobond.
I was happy to see him in the correct facility for care before his release back to his flock in Portland Oregon.

This bird was named "Ollie by the Good Samaritan who found him.
"Ollie looked at me as if to say good bye.

Then posed for the camera as to say Thank you.

A wonderful volunteer was happy to see this bird arrive, at the facility.

Tuesday June 23rd -09—Suspicious Young Yacolt Quaker Dead.

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Tuesday June 23rd -09—Suspicious Young Yacolt Quaker Dying.

*****

It was a spectacular view as while I was in route to Yacolt Washington to rescue a Quaker found on the ground at the home of Glenn Welkers backyard.

(Home of nest platform #1)

It was a warm 68 degree day.
Upon arrival, Glenn Welker led me directly to his backyard.

Glenn & Lisa lead me to the ill Quaker.

As I pulled this Quaker Parrot out of the box, I noticed this particular bird looked familiar.

Upon a closer look I recognized this Quaker.

This Quaker was named "Bashful "when he was hatched and left the nest box last, during the spring of 2008.

While examinating this Quaker.

It was obvious that this bird was very ill.

Therefore, I immediately went to work hydrating this bird.I Prepared "Bashful" for the long trip to the local Veterinaries office.

Glenn Reported that he has seen upto 14 to 16 Quaker Parrots have been seen in his backyard alone!

Before I left a donation of seeed over 300 pounds of seed with the city for the wild Quaker birds.

It was a beautiful sunset as we left Yacolt on the way to the local Emergency veterinary office over 45 minutes away.

Upon arrival at the emergency veterinary clinic, we placed "Bashful" on the X-ray table for a long series of x-rays.

If you look closely, you will notice some sharp metal like objects in the crop and stomach of

"Bashful".

"Bashful passeed away at 2:32 Am June 24th,2009.

The results of the necropsy were traces of heavy lead posing.

Somehow this Quaker ate a lot of lead shavings from somewhere.

A necropsy was preformed by Dr. Hilmer of __ Clinic in Salem Oregon.
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The veterinary vet bill was paid by;
(Steve & Donna BURLEIGH)
Founders of;
S&D Bird Rescue; of Kaiser Oregon.
(Near Salem Oregon)

We wish to thank Donna & Steve for their continued support in helping in the survival of the Yacolt Quakers.

~Reported by Glenn Welker and

Christopher Driggins of; N.W.Bird Rescue Vancouver, Washington.~

***** Tuesday June 23rd -09—LATE REPORT OF AN ;Suspicious Young Yacolt Quaker Dead.

2009-06-24T11:36:00.000-07:00

Tuesday May 16th, 2009 Yacolt Quaker Update...

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Tuesday May 16th, 2009 Report from theYacolt Quaker's

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Here’s a brief flash to the past of photos from the construction that the Yacolt Quakers have performed over this past year.

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April 20^th 2008

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Below is a photo of Glenn Welker, the proud owner of nest platform #1 in Yacolt Washington.

This nest platform was completed March 31t, 2008 appropriately on Easter Sunday.

Earlier in the week, Glenn had called several times reporting Quakers on his platform.

Then this morning upon arriving home, he discovered two Quakers flying in and out of the nest in his backyard.

Below is a photo from April 1^st 2008.
(Photo taken by; Lisa Welker of Yacolt, Washington. )

Below are photos from;
Sunday August 10, 2008 "The Yacolt Quakers Play at Home"

(Photo taken by; Lisa Welker of Yacolt, Washington.)

Sunday August 10, 2008 "The Yacolt Quakers Play at Home"

***May, 2009***

Below are recent photos of the construction work by the
Yacolt ,Washington Quakers.

Their nest has grown over this past year.

Below is one new Quaker baby flying up to it's new 2009 home.
(Photos taken by owners Glenn & Lisa Welker)

And one of the Quaker parents stands guard perching outside the nest..
(Photos taken by Glenn & Lisa Welker)

Here's a photo of a pair of new baby Quakers peeking outside their new nest.
(Photos taken by Glenn & Lisa Welker)
Below is a photo of the Welkers nest platform from a distance...
(Photos taken by Glenn & Lisa Welker)
Here is a closer view of the additional sticks the Quakers have added over the past year...
Here is a closer view with rain clouds approaching in the background.
The Welkers are still hearing babies in their nest.
We hope to have an official count of our Yacolt Quakers soon.
Stay tuned for more updates.

May 13th, 2009 A Rescue call from a pair of YoungTeenagers with no car.

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May 13th, 2009 A Rescue call from a pair of Teenagers & Mom! "Ouch's" Return ( Graphic Content)

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I had received a distress call from the mother of two young teenage girls who arrived home from school and discovered "Ouch" the female Lesure Sulferheaded Cockatoothat was adopted by this wondeful family.

Was injured and was struggling to get up off the bottom of her cage. It was obvious that "Ouch" had pulled off her protective collar and once again began to self mutilate her right leg I noticed that she had a significant amount of blood droppings on the bottom of her cage, and had shallow labored breathing. So I quickly administered some electrolytes.

She quickly came started to regain her strength.

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After a quick field treatment, she was ready for transport to the nearest available avian veterinary office.

This bird named "Ouch for now; was recently featured in a prior post bird rescue back in November 2008 Below is a link to her Story;

http://www.blogger.com/post-edit.g?blogID=6227485190224353187&postID=4426319100630699613

After a quick field treatment, she was ready for transport to the nearest available avian veterinary office.

Upon closer examination the Doctor realized that he did not have enough experience to perform the operation of suturing this on wound shut by himself. I was not allowed to instruct him thru this proceedure. He offered some antibiotics and sent me on my way to seek help with an more experienced vetrenarian.

So I took "Ouch home for treatment.

First I I stopped back by to let the family home to let them visit their bird, and to pick up the Cockatoos cage so she could be care for at our sanctuary division. Back at the New facility, I gave "Ouch" some additional medical treatment.

The next morning Thursday, May 14th. Dr. Judd Witherspoon of East Mill Plane Veterinary services took my emergency call first appointment of the day.

After one week of medication, it was time to change the dressing.

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After the seven stitches; The wound was healing just fine.

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With a new collar on " Ouch” was feeling better
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So ff I went to get "Ouch" back to our facility and keep her stable thru the night untill I could find an more experanced Vetrenaiany.

I stableize her for transport.

Back at N.W. Bird Rescues quarenty quarters "Ouch" enjoyed fresh fruits & veggies, while she relaxed watching Cartoons with her new found roomates.
After treatment I offered "Ouch some fresh fruit treats.

She loves fresh melons, apples and Bananas.

"Ouch was housed in my bed room at night for two weeks for closer observation for two weeks.

She had the company of two recently placed birds as roommates.

After 10 days "Ouch's woundsems to healing just fine...

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The healing of this bird is expensive.

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Thanks to the generous donation from our supporters this precious bird was saved.

Sunday May 03,2009 Columbian Article on Savanna The missing Mini-Macaw

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" Savannah"

Yellow Collard Mini~Macaw

Lost

4-19-2009

Sunday May 03,2009 The Columbian Newspaper Article on Savannah & Video Report on The missing Yellow Collared Mini-Macaw.

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Courtesy of Diana Carter Diana Carter kisses her yellow-collared mini macaw, Savannah. The bird has been missing for several days.

Lost parrot may be too scared to squawk, couple say
Saturday, May 2 11:10 p.m.
BY JOHN BRANTONCOLUMBIAN STAFF WRITER

Source; http://columbian.com/article/20090503/NEWS02/705039959

Lost parrot may be too scared to squawk, couple
Saturday, May 2 11:10 p.m.

BY JOHN BRANTONCOLUMBIAN STAFF WRITER

Courtesy of Diana Carter Diana Carter kisses her yellow-collared mini macaw, Savannah. The bird has been missing for several days.
Paul and Diana Carter love their macaw so much that they had her DNA analyzed to see if she was male or female so she’d get an appropriate name.The green yellow-collared mini-macaw, hatched in Georgia, ended up being called Savannah.The Vancouver residents paid about $1,500 for her more than two years ago, and lavished her with affection as if she were a child.“She was hatched on my wife’s birthday,” said Paul Carter, a truck driver. “So that makes her more special.”“She’s a sweet bird,” said Diana Carter, a schoolteacher. “She’s our baby. She loves to wrestle and play. She plays peekaboo with me. When you say, ‘Who wants a peanut?’ she squawks because she wants the peanut.” The Carters’ haven’t heard those squawks for a while.On April 19, a Sunday, Diana Carter stepped out her front door in the Burnt Bridge Creek neighborhood with Savannah on a little leash.Something startled the parrot and she slipped the leash and flew into a nearby tree. “We tried to coax her down,” the husband said. “She was calling to us from the tree,” Diana Carter said. “She said, ‘Ma’ and ‘Step up.’ She doesn’t know how to fly down from really tall heights. She’s never been flying outside before.”Savannah is trained to say “Step up” when she wants to perch on her owners’ fingers.As the Carters watched over the next few days, the bird stayed in trees nearby.“She was staying around our home and trying to get to us,” the wife said. “She’d call and try to get down. We called to her and tried to get her home with peanuts and gourmet popcorn.”But on Wednesday, the wind picked up and Savannah was gone with it.Fearing that Savannah is exhausted, dehydrated and sick, or might be found and sold who knows where, the couple swung into action. They notified the local Humane Society, veterinarians and pet stores.The Carters and Christopher Driggins with N.W. Bird Rescue posted fliers in the Hearthwood area and others nearby, but some were quickly taken down by unknown persons, they said.
Finders keepers?
Thursday, Paul Carter took a flier into a pet store in Cascade Park. He said clerks looked at Savannah’s photo on the flier and said a woman had stopped by about an hour earlier, saying her son had found such a bird.Paul Carter said he was told the woman bought a magazine about caring for parrots and left, saying the bird had landed in her yard, that her son found it and that he was attached to it.On Sunday, April 26, after the Carters contacted Vancouver police, an officer obtained the woman’s name and address from the store and went to her home in the Countryside Woods neighborhood, according to public records.The officer later reported that the woman told him her daughter in Florida had found such a macaw, and was trying to care for it, so the mother bought a magazine to help her daughter.The woman allowed the officer to look inside her home, but no bird was found.The Carters said they suspect the woman knows where Savannah is. They said Savannah might be too scared to speak or squawk, especially if the woman has dogs.Friday evening, Driggins went to the woman’s home with three volunteers: Tracy Nichols, owner of the Love Your Pet store in Orchards; Dorothy Krout, 90, a volunteer and supporter of N.W. Bird Rescue; and Christa Kangas, a local representative with www.911parrotalert.com, a Web site featuring lost birds.“While they were gone I prayed and read verses and sang praises and kept praying and waiting,” Diana Carter said.After Driggins knocked and rang the doorbell a few times, the woman came to the door and said she didn’t have the parrot.Driggins said he left his business cards with the woman and told her he’s offering a large cash reward and a more valuable bird to anyone who finds Savannah alive and returns her to the Carters. The couple have several ways of identifying their bird.Anyone who finds Savannah, or knows where she is, is asked to call Driggins at 360-BIRDMAN or 503-BIRDMAN.John Branton: 360-735-4513 or john.branton@columbian.com.

Portland Oregon's New s KATU (ABC New s )

Susan Harding Reoports ;

April 21st, 2009 Yacolt Update

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April 21st, 2009 Yacolt Update

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Below is a distant photo of the Yacolt Quakers.

(It is beginning to take on the looks of a face.)

Looking closer, you can see one Quaker peeking out their nest?

(Photo's by Glenn & Lisa Welker)

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You can see Ma’ & Pa’ Joe Quaker looking out their nest as the sound of chirping babies were reported by the Welker Family.

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Happy Easter Report ! From-Tuesday April 7th 2009. Seed donation for the Yacolt, Washington Quakers.

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1st Year Annivesary Happy Easter Report From-Tuesday April 7th 2009. Seed donation for the Yacolt, Washington Quakers.

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2009

A Brief BLAST INTO THE PAST.

2008

Sunday March 23rd, 2008 HAPPY EASTER !
Today were pleased to announce the completion of the installation of our final Nest Box in Yacolt Washington.
Yacolt residents Lisa & Glenn Welker.Proudly show off the “We’re Number 1 Sign!”The Welkers are the proud owners of the first completed nest platform installed by Northwest Bird Rescue Inc.

Glenn & Lisa Welker

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2009 Our 1st Year Quaker Anniversary Happy Easter Report.
Tuesday, April 7th, 2009.
It was beautiful 72 degree day on the drive up to Yacolt Washington to visit the Quakers. I arrive in the town at the corner of Jones Street & Hubbard. This is one of the corners where a power pole once had a Quaker’s nest.

It's now clear of any nesting material.

As I arrived at the primary old nesting location of the Quaker Parrots.

We video taped this pair of Quakers flying out of this nest.

(On the corner of Hubbard and Twin Falls Road)

We dropped off 70lbs of seed that was donated for the Yacolt Quaker’s survival.

As we arrived at the Glenn Welker’s home, his family greeted me and helped unload the seed.

Josh Welker of Yacolt is in photo above.

Glenn & Lisa Welker of Yacolt in photo above.

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When I arrived in the back yard of the Welkers, I immediately saw a pair of Quakers exiting their nest.

4-7-2009 Glenn Welker reports on video about the Quaker’s reconstruction of their nest.

4-7-2009 Video of possible new babies inside the nest, reported by Glenn Welker.

The Welker Family just recently added a new member to their family,

“Lucy” a hand-fed baby Quaker".

“Lucy” Was purchased from their local bird store called "The Parrot Perch of Vancouver."

“Lucy” is receiving plenty of love form the Welker family.

I stop by Nest platform # 2 before sundown to inspect the platform.

On arrival I just missed taking a photo of two Quakers exiting the nest.

Here is a dusk photo of nest platform # 2, where we have had

reports of some Quakers residing.

Above is a past photo of the Yacolt Quakers in 2008.

Now we have reports of more babies in the nest.

Stay Tuned for more Updates.

Update’s On New Yacolt Washington Quakers Coming soon!

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Quaker Parrot Honored in Saving toddlers life!

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HERE IS PROFF AGAIN, OF HOW SMART AND WONDERFUL QUAKERS ARE...

DENVER -- A choking toddler's life has been saved, her parents say, because one chatty green parrot knew just when to speak up.

Quaker Parrot Honored in Saving toddlers life!

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February 12th 2009. Update from Yacolt Quaker Rescue.

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February 12th 2009 Update from Yacolt.

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Today we received a report from the Welker family that they have heard more sounds of newborn Babies from their Nest Platform.

(The new family of six Quakers outside their new home)

Click on image to enlarge photo.Below is a photo taken by the Welker's, of one of the parents exiting the nest platform on the north side of the nest platform.

Below is a photo taken by the Welker’s, of a closer look at both parents now exiting the nest platform. Apparently encouraging the fledgling babies to exit.

Below is another photo taken by the Welker’s,
of the babies birds perching in the tree close’s to their new found world.
Yacolt, Washington.
With the sighting of these two new babies we have a confirmed 22 Quakers alive since the rescue efforts started in November 29th 2007.
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We have been reminded again how much are services are needed as we where reunited with an old friend. “Rosie”

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1-21-09 We have been reminded again how much are services are needed as we where reunited with an old friend. “Rosie”

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On Tuesday 01-20-2009

We received a call from a local resident tat they needed to place a bird that they had rescued from a drug house.

While interviewing the Good Samaritan the description and name of this bird named “Rosie” sounded familiar.

A Red Lorie Named Rosie.

This Good Samaritan described certain characteristics that sounded very familiar to me.

And she told me that she had purchased a new cage, and a Lorie Pet owners hand book and plenty of supplies. But just after 3 monhths time of being with her that Rosey had to go.

One of Rosie's new toy's..

Our suspicions were confirmed upon arrival.

This Red Lorie Named “Rosie”

Is the same Red Lorie that N. W. Bird Rescue had taken into our Sanctuary back in late 2002.

Rosie was featured in an article published in our local newspaper,

“The Columbian” in a nice two page article Named “Under his Wing” on July 18th, 2004. The photo was taken by their staff photographer Janet Mathews,

and was nominated as one of the photos of the year.

(Below find the article and a link to the story)

The Columbian News Article page # 2 Photo taken by Janet Mathews From the “Under his Wing”.

Views link below for a closer look.

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As a volunteer and I interviewed this Good Samaritan we filmed Rosie in action.

Please listen as the Samaritan describe's the series of Rosie's recent history.
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Additional video statements from The Good Samaritan, helps explain the story.

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Rosie on her new cage.

This unnamed Good Samaritan told us that Rosie didn’t get along with her Sun Conure and she just suffered a divorce.

And her ex-husband purchased the bird from a suspicious man who seemed to be on drugs when he purchased this bird.

(Her Video testimony is below. )

Now that the Good Samaritan has signed the custody of the bird over to;

N.W. Bird Rescue Inc.
After contacting the Battleground Police Department and the Clark County Sheriff Department.

Both offices found no records of a bird of this description being reported as stolen.
The Clark County Sheriff Department did confirm the death of one of the two that was reported to me as the previous owners. 1-22-09 1:44 pm.

( A short video clip below)

For now,

It’s nice to see Rosie...

And all her Glory…

Back home…

Warm and Cozy …

"These are the words that I love to see posted on 911 Parrot Alert. It means that a parrot has been reunited with his or her family against the odds"

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A Quote from Christa Kangas of;

911 Parrot Alert of Vancouver Washington.

These are the words that I love to see posted on 911 Parrot Alert. It means that a parrot has been reunited with his or her family against the odds.
911 Parrot Alert is a great online community. They have volunteers that are checking online daily for lost and found birds. When they find them, they are posted on the email group. That way there is one central area for owners to come and look. Their volunteers also coordinate communications between lost and found postings and pick-ups etc.

I help Chrisi who is also local. She sends me people to email, call
or go to the site to see if I can help. Mostly I am behind the scenes doing the coordinating.
When I started volunteering, I looked for other people that might be able to help reunite the birds with their owners. Locally, there is a rescue called the NW Bird Rescue . I called; Chris and I have been working together for about 4 years.
This last Sunday, Chris called letting me know that there was an African Grey stuck in a tree. The bird had been in that tree most of the day. My husband and I raced out there. The site was only about 10 minutes away from my house. We arrived about 3pm. Sure enough, there was the bird, Smokey, about 50 feet up in the tree. My heart dropped when we arrived. There really seemed to be no way to get that bird out of the tree. We tried a tree company, a young man able to climb the tree, things were tossed at the branch to try and dislodge the bird. Nothing worked. Smokey was settled in for the night. With a heavy heart I left, praying that he would be there in the morning.
Bright and early at 7am I walked back under the tree. To my dismay, Smokey was no where to be found. Later I found out that the owner was able to scare him out of the tree but they lost sight of him. I walked around the complex and nearby neighborhood calling for him. The next plan of action would be to put up signs.
I went back to the area and posted flyers. A lady in the apartment complex saw one of the signs, and minutes later, saw Smokey walking across the parking lot! He was right across the street from his own home. She picked him up and called the number on the flyer, NW Bird Rescue, who then called me to make sure that this was definitely Smokey (there are 2 other CAGs lost within flying distance of Vancouver). He was reunited with his family!The media attended to document this wonderful reunion. I hope that the coverage will benefit the other lost birds and help the be reunited with their families

http://exoticbirds.today.com

Below is a photo of Christa Kangas of Parrot 911 Alert with "Smokey "the African Grey Parrot found,

January 14th,2009

Below is a photo of Christopher Driggins after a twenty hour day, late that evening with "Smokey"Before reuniting him wit his lost mom.

Below is a photo of Christa Kangas reuniting "Smokey" the African Grey back to her lost wingless mom...

Below, please view the video from our local KGW News Channel 8 from Portland Oregon.

01-14-09 911PARROT ALERT in Vancouver, Washington Collaborate efforts with N.W. BIRD RESCUE & REUNITE African Grey Parrot "Smokey" with Owner

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Hello, I’m Christopher Driggins; Founder of N.W. Bird Rescue Inc.
Mostly I am behind the scenes doing the coordinating.

I Contacted Christa of 911 Parrot alert. I was on another parrot rescue at the time 30 miles away from this rescue address.
A Quote from Christa Kangas of;
911 Parrot Alert of Vancouver Washington.

Below please find a link to a Quote from Christa Kangas of;
911 Parrot Alert of Vancouver Washington.

http://exoticbirds.today.com/

One-Year Anniversary of the Quakers Survival in Yacolt Washington

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One-Year Anniversary of the Quakers Survival in Yacolt Washington Testimonies from Residence on the Quaker Rescue Video Edition…

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Four Quakers fly in as they spot our N.W. Bird Resce Van.

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A Closer view of the Yacolt Quakers.

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Two more Quakers arrive to say Hi.

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Glenn Welker in his backyard confirms six Quakers in his backyard.

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Glenn Announces more good news.

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While leaving the backyard we spot afew more Quaker residence.

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Walking back to Glens front yard we have a count of 11 Quakers.

Arriving back in the fron yard we spot the first four Quakers still waiting for our return.

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Yacolt Quakers looking at two diffrent nest platform to choose from to roost.

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A view from Platform # 2 .
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An interview with Mayor Joe Warren of Yacolt.
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Second interview with Mayor Joe Warren of Yacolt.
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A Resident responce of the Mayors coments.
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Cyril Young of N.W. Bird Rescues Nest Plaform # 3 reports.
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Additional report from Cyril Young of N.W. Bird Rescues Nest Plaform# 3 reports.
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Late night at Platform # 4.
(A short video clip below)

Sunday, December 21, 2008

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Sunday, December 21, 2008 Today we received a photo update from a Yacolt resident.

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Glenn and Lisa Welker, hosts of NWBR’s nest platform # 1, sent in a few photos of the first heavy snow and this year’s baby Quakers with Ma & Pa at the feeder.

Photos were taken and sent by Glenn, Lisa & Josh Welker.

For the babies, this is the first snow. They have plenty of food available and a warm place to get in out of the cold.

Unlike last year, when nests were torn down and many of their flock froze in the cold, this year there are cozy, warm nest boxes to provide protection from the 20 to low 30 degree temperatures, snow and freezing rain.

We are delighted to report that the flock has increased in size from 5 after last year’s tragedies to a larger, healthy and secure family.

Thursday, December 11th, 2008 We have had a few calls and E-Mails about our Special Needs birds.

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Thursday December 11th, 2008

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Warning! Graphic Content on this Posting!

We have had inquiries about a few of our special needs birds. These are hospice and trauma case exotic birds recently seen on the news. There is interest particularly in “Ouch”, the Lesser Sulfur Crested Cockatoo with a self-inflicted wound.

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We have been giving sanctuary to Pablo who is a 45-year-old, self-mutilated, feather plucked male Blue & Gold Macaw.

You will notice his crop looks inflamed. At first I thought it was a possible yeast infection.

He visits VCA East Mill Plane Animal Hospital in Vancouver, WA. Dr. Judd Witherspoon gave him a clean bill of health after a gram stain and throat exam. It may be due to the new environment and stress of being moved around before we took Pablo in for sanctuary. Dr. Witherspoon remarked,
"If he had feathers we normally would not see his inflamed crop."
Pablo has a great appetite. Here he is enjoying his Thanksgiving dinner.
Below are a few photos of one of my favorite roommates, “Mario”. Mario arrived here from Idaho back in 2005. He’s an elderly, spoiled, crying love. He needs to be seen or he PROMISES to be heard!Now, as for the questions about “Ouch” the Lesser Sulfur Crested Cockatoo...

Notice that the wound is closing.
The wound is open a little but still healing.Then we start the preparation of a padded collar.
(Step 1 - line the edge with thick tape.)

(Step 2 We secure a Scrunchie on the top of the collar.)

Garth holds the patient while she adjust to the added weight.

(Step 3 We secure a second Scrunchie on the top of the collar.)

(Step 4 We secure a third Scrunchie on the top of the collar.)

Garth Noggle is holding Ouch after the third Scrunchie is placed on her neck. We wait while she adjust to the added weight.Garth holds the patient a while longer until she adjust to the added weight.
Time to give this patient some TLC and praise for allowing us to do this uncomfortable procedure.

Now it's time for our patient to watch her favorite cartoons.

Pablo is Ouch's roommate. He wants the Disney Channel back on!

Mario the Moluccan has climbed back into his room while Pablo gets his way.

When Mario arrived, nearly four years ago, he was almost as feather plucked as Pablo. Mario climbs out of his room onto his favorite swing above his cage.

Mario insists upon going to go to the main indoor aviary.

Pablo agrees.

If you look closely at Pablo, you'll notice that his follicles are completely pulled out. Because of this he will never regrow feathers .

Ouch and Pablo are looking forward to Mario to moving so they can enjoy their cartoons.

Their wish is about to come true. Mario does not feel like watching TV.

Mario is now in the main play room. He gets the chance to do what he wants. Mario looks around and see's what he's been waiting for...

..."Emmy", Mario's long time friend. Mario likes to flirt with Emmy.

Mario also has another passion for being in the main indoor aviary.

Looking over his shoulder he see's his little live buddies.

Mario likes to try to catch the fast flying Cockatiels.

Then Ouch moves into my office area for supervision.

Sammy our permanent broken winged Lilac Crowned Amazon greets Ouch.

Sammy and Ouch get ready for a treat. They also enjoy watching me work on the computer.

“Goldie Jane” looks down on us, expecting her share of treats.

As expected, Ouch starts chewing her newfound toy around her neck. Now everyone is happy and content.

Hopefully this gives everyone an idea of the hourly regimen to keep behavioral problem birds entertained, safe and sane.

Please give your exotic birds the daily attention they need.

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Yacolt Quakers Survival Story Yacolt, Washington USA!

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A Peek into the future by a new fledgling Quaker from Yacolt Washington.(Photos by: Krista Wilson a generous local supporter from Camas,Washington)

(Photo by: Krista Wilson a generous local supporter from Camas,Washington)

(Photo by: Krista Wilson a generous local supporter from Camas,Washington)

(Photo by: Krista Wilson a generous local supporter from Camas,Washington)

(Photos by: Krista Wilson a generous local supporter from Camas,Washington)

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11-27-08 A Thankful Bird on Thanksgiving Day. (Graphic Content)

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