SkyWatch Bird Rescue

Gloria Gunther

2024-01

Although I think this agency helps many animals, I was surprised when I was attacked by a pack of 5 dogs (bitten by one of the owners’ dogs) while on the premises. I am concerned for particularly children and older adults visiting the site. There is no doubt my outcome would have been worse had there not been a fence about 15ft away I could climb on and try to get away-something a child or older adult could not have been able to do-Luckily I was able to get up on the highest fence board so the dogs could no longer reach me! But before I made it there, I was bitten on my left forearm with a significant skin tear and my jeans were torn at the right ankle. As I screamed for help one of the volunteers had the owner come and remove the dogs and put them back into their home. The owner’s response and attitude was disappointing to say the least; not the kind of response you’d expect from the owner of a dog that bit you. The husband did come to me after she left and he was kind, but there was NO follow-up from either one, zero.After the injury I left the premises and drove to Medac where the wound was treated, along with getting a tetanus shot and being put on antibiotics. I am sorry to say neither owner ever offered to pay the medical bills, followed up with a phone call, etc. and it has now been a year. I am open to hear from the owners.

Raising Hungry Dinos

2023-05

This place and the volunteers are absolutely phenomenal! We had our daughter's second birthday here and it was a hit with EVERYONE! The volunteers so extremely knowledgeable and the birds are so much fun to hang out with. The emus hung out with us almost the whole time and loved the kids. We will definitely be back!

Ellen Weiss

2023-05

I took my 5 year old here to visit and we really enjoyed it. Even though it's a bird rescue, and we loved the amazing birds, the highlight ended up being the many friendly and gentle donkeys that were excited to eat treats from his hands. All of the creatures here appeared to be well taken care of and happy. Wear appropriate shoes/boots since, as you can expect in a farm setting, there are some muddy spots.

leopards33

2019-05

Went there to talk with Amelia about the ducks she took off our private subdivision pond. She was very condescending when asked about who authorized her for putting kayaks in our retention pond. She informed us that she doesn't need permission. She also informed us that we had no valuable cause to check on ducks that were not ours and unless we had proof the white ducks we're ours, she also told us that we would need to show vaccine records, vet checks, if they had proper shelter from hurricanes etc. When asked to see them, she said no and they were in rehab. When asked where rehab was, she declined to say where. At this point her husband came into the conversation and asked us to leave. I asked what will happen to them and he told me that it was uncertain what their future is. I asked if he was going to euthanasia them, and he told me he was uncertain what their future holds. These ducks have been on our pond for years and they told us someone dumped them and we're subject to predators. They have ducks at their facility, which is way over grown, we almost passed it because you can't see the house from the street. The Google pic for this place is old. Swans and ducks were in the open, just like if our ducks were still on our pond. Everything was so secretive and vague that my red flags went up immediately. I've worked a non profit for years and know this conduct is not acceptable and they switch masks when donors arrive. Ask questions people and ask for proof, which they could not provide for us.

Lisa Phillips Hibberd

2023-05

Had my granddaughters' birthday party there and they loved it. Great staff very helpful and friendly

Tim Turner

2024-01

Took my wife here to meet Arianne; the staff was friendly (Thank you Morgan) and we enjoyed thoroughly!

Crystal

2023-05

Amazing. The kids loved going here and feeding all the animals. 100% was a little freaked out by the animals at first, when they realize you have food for them they don't care about your personal space. But we had lots of laughs and had so much fun! Will definitely be going back

Diane Fountain

2023-11

SURPRISED BY THE AMAZING BIRD MEDICAL, REHAB, SET UP, BRILLIANCE AND COMPLETELY DEVOTED HEART OF THE INCREDIBLY PEOPLE AT SKYWATCH!!!! A TRULY NEEDED SANCTUARY AND NECESSARY ESTABLISHMENT FOR OUR WINGS IN LIFE! AWESOMELY IMPRESSED WITH HOW THEY CARE FOR GOD’S CREATURES! WE SHOULD ALL HAVE THEIR HEART, AND WE SHOULD HELP THEM, AS THEY HELP US CARE FOR THE IMPORTANT FLYING ASSETS OF OUR GREAT STATE AND UNITED STATES EASTERN COAST❤️❤️❤️🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.

Rebecca Bruton

2023-07

SkyWatch bird rescue is wonderful! They have a well run and compassionate operation. It is with no reservation i can take a bird or animal in need and know the best competent care is present!Gratitude!

April Krajnyk

2023-05

Such a great place to take children!!!

Alixandra Underwood

2023-05

I did the raptor experience as a Christmas gift to my family, and it was a great choice. It's the closest we've ever gotten to see raptors (screech owl, hawk, and great horned owl), and we even got to hold them. Saw some other neat birds on the premises.

Alicia Tucker

2022-05

Our school group took a field trip to Skywatch this week and had a wonderful time. The volunteers on hand were clearly very knowledgeable AND excellent educators. Their presentation skills and patience with the kids was exceptional. All of the animals are well cared for and the facility itself is perfect for a group of energetic children who are eager to learn. We cannot wait to go back. This is definitely a nonprofit worth visiting and contributing to.

judy smith

2023-05

Dropped off drying Christmas tree to recycle plus leftovers frozen and saved from holiday meals. Food to be used for birds and other rescues. Just saw one volunteer and did not do tour.

Todd Walton

2022-05

How could I give anything but five stars to a non-profit helping birds to get back on their feet? Of course it's five stars!This place is very much a working bird sanctuary. It's very open and friendly to visitors, but they work with what they have. So there are lots of different kinds of cages arrayed about the grounds. It is so cool to be able to see all the different kinds of birds they have, birds you wouldn't normally get to see, and to learn about each of them.When I visited they had four or five emus which, I'm going to be honest, were very intimidating at first. But if you have a grape in your hand they are nothing but your friend. They also had some very beautiful chickens and roosters, ducks, geese, a Mississippi kite, four tiny screech owls (so cute!!), conures, doves, parakeets, cockatiels, pigeons, a goat, donkeys, and more. Oh! The peacocks are very impressive.It cost us $5 per person to get in which is super reasonable. And one little snag we ran into is that it's not obvious how to get into the place. You have to walk up to the gate beside the front building and just open the door and go in. That wasn't obvious to us, there's no sign saying "come on in". So if you go keep that in mind.Definitely check this place out, especially if you have kids. For $5 per person -- and knowing that it's going to a good cause -- it's a very inexpensive and educational outing.

C Ryan

2022-05

Great people doing amazing things for the injured birds around our area.

Schedin Contracting

2021-05

My daughter found a bird in the yard, and unsure if it was young or injured we knew leaving it there with cats running around would mean certain death.So I Google bird rescues, loaded it up in a box and head out out to Skywatch. I've never been here before today, but immediately upon arrival I knew "these guys know what they're doing"Acres of land with every bird you can imagine under their care, healthy, lively and singing their hearts out.Emus walking right up to you to say hi. (Thank God I didn't bring me dog, he loves emu - for dinner that is.)I was greeted warmly and the bird was taken right in. I know I dropped it off in the right hands and trust it will grow up healthy and happy.

Jennifer Kornegay

2022-05

Our cats injured a fledgling and I called Skywatch and they were so helpful. I left a message and got an immediate response through a call AND a text and Caroline pretty much walked me through what to do all day (it was a process). I was so amazed at how much she actually cared. My kids and I learned so much and I am thankful to know what to do in the future.

Ashley Kitzmiller

2020-05

The volunteers and director of SkyWatch are wonderful and caring people who put their blood, sweat, and tears into helping the native wildlife and exotic birds for the area. I highly recommend this non-profit for all of your educational and rehabilitation needs. They are 100% volunteer based non-profit who recieve no funding by the county, state or federal level. So donations are the backbone for feed, medications, and day to day operations and needs. The people at SkyWatch have the best interests of the bird in mind and heart.

Ginger Connor

2022-05

We had the best time there. You only pay $5 a person and they give you food so that you can feed the animals. You can stay as long as you want. We started out there to drop off a bird that we found in our yard. We found out that we could not feed it so we had to find a place that could.

Haley Elizabeth

2021-05

Amazing place doing great work rehibilitating and rescueing brids of all kinds. They allow you to see the birds they've rescued and even feed some of them, including the donkeys! If the brids are able to be released after rehabilitation they are. They offer great volunteer opportunities. Definitely recommend stoping by to visit these stunning birds and make sure to bring some apples or grapes!

Rox Marshall

2023-10

Great place to learn about birds. They rehab, release but also have resident birds.

Sean Bouchard

2023-05

I was just going to turn in a injured bird but was met with an amazing rehabilitation pasture with donkeys and emus you can feed. There are so many different birds! A must go if you have kids!

Sallie Jones

2021-05

These people really care about the birds it truly looks like paradise for birds of all kinds! They are so loved here. If you are thinking about volunteering I highly recommend it.

Amelia Baysden

2022-05

Skywatch immediately returned my call on a Saturday evening to help rescue a goose that had been hit by a car. Rescue volunteers let me know the process and updates. The work that these volunteers do is incredible!

Deidre Lozares

2023-05

It has merged with Cape Fear Raptor Center. Website not up to date. Staff was friendly. Facility in need of repair. Nice to walk among the Emus

Maranda Katnic

2021-05

A friend and I found 2 baby woodpeckers after hurricane isaias and one was injured.I called skywatch and not only did they talk us through everything step by step but once we arrived to drop the baby birds off, they were so kind and let us know the details of the healing process for them. Thank you so much Skywatch!

Tara Neeld

2019-05

It’s so amazing that this place exists . I recently found an injured bird at Publix’s in Ogden and was able to drive to Skywatch for help!! I am so appreciative to all the volunteers. Please, I urge everyone if u can, please donate!! It’s all volunteer and they do so much good!! Thank you Skywatch

Ken Allen

2023-08

This organization needs state support!! They are vital to the welfare of the wildlife of this county.

krackengamez

2023-08

We brought a raven here a couple weeks back and they gladly took him.

robert bell

2021-05

They do a great job with injured animals please give them donations they're wonderful people doing wonderful things trying to help injured animal set when you sign when you realize it was really nice to have those folks over there doing what they do most of them a volunteer so donate donate donate