By 1812Blockhouse
Christmas cheer is taking wing at the Ohio Bird Sanctuary next month where Santa Claus, holiday crafts, sweet treats, and some furry friends will welcome families for an afternoon of seasonal fun. The Sanctuary’s annual Christmas for the Birds celebration returns on Saturday, December 12, offering visitors a chance to enjoy the holiday season while supporting the birds and other wildlife that call the sanctuary home.
The Ohio Bird Sanctuary is just a few miles southwest of Ontario on the north side of Clearfork Reservoir.
A Holiday Celebration with a Wild Side
Christmas for the Birds combines familiar holiday traditions with a distinctive natural setting. Visitors will have an opportunity to meet Santa Claus and some of his furry friends, decorate sugar cookies, create holiday crafts, and enjoy light refreshments.
The event is designed as a family-friendly outing, giving children and adults an opportunity to celebrate together while experiencing a little of the wildlife-centered atmosphere that makes the Ohio Bird Sanctuary a popular local destination. And while Santa may be the guest of honor, the Sanctuary’s feathered residents are very much part of the celebration.
A Christmas Gift for the Birds
Visitors who would like to extend their holiday generosity to the Sanctuary’s birds are invited to bring a Christmas gift for them. The Sanctuary has assembled an Amazon wish list featuring items that would be appreciated by its avian residents. Gifts are optional, but the invitation offers families another way to participate in the spirit of giving while helping support the Sanctuary’s work.
Three Opportunities to Join the Fun
Christmas for the Birds will take place at the Ohio Bird Sanctuary Education Center Building, located at 3774 Orweiler Road. Three one-hour sessions are scheduled for Saturday, December 12:
- 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
- 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Admission is $25 per vehicle, rather than per person, allowing families and groups to attend together for a single registration fee.
Space is limited to 25 vehicles per hour, making advance registration particularly important for those hoping to attend a preferred session.
Making Holiday Memories
For families looking for a December outing that combines Christmas traditions with a connection to nature, Christmas for the Birds offers an alternative to the usual seasonal celebrations. With Santa waiting, cookies ready for decorating, crafts to create, and wildlife to celebrate, the afternoon promises a little something for visitors of all ages.
Registration is available through the Christmas for the Birds registration form. Additional information about the Sanctuary can be found at ohiobirdsanctuary.com.
