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Birds of Prey Northwest promotes stewardship and conservation of raptors through educational programs with live birds of prey.

We provide medical treatment and rehabilitation to injured birds of prey with the ultimate goal of returning them to the wild. We are a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, that relies solely on private donations, grants, sponsorships, and volunteerism.

11/02/2026

We’re excited to see Janie Veltkamp featured once again! This time, local Audubon editor Jen Watt highlighted Janie’s recent presentation at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library for the Coeur d’Alene Audubon community in the local Audubon newsletter. It’s wonderful to see Janie’s passion, dedication, and lifelong commitment to raptor rehabilitation and education continuing to reach and inspire our community.

What a great read! We’re grateful to Jen Watt for sharing this story and helping shine a light on the important work being done at Birds Of Prey NW. Take a moment to check it out and learn more! 🦅💚

10/31/2026

This month, our Birds Of Prey NW family says goodbye to our beloved educational ambassador, Pharaoh, who was 12 years old. Despite living with a pin in his leg that surgeons were unable to remove, Pharaoh played an important role in educating the public about the remarkable adaptations of his species, the Ferruginous Hawk.

This western buteo has feathered legs and an exceptionally large gape (where the upper and lower mandibles meet at the base of the beak) allowing it to swallow prey such as pocket gophers whole. The skull pictured here beautifully illustrates this incredible adaptation.

The heart of our mission is education through live birds, creating connections that inspire appreciation, respect, and conservation. Thank you, Pharaoh, for helping us share the wonder of raptors. You will be deeply missed. ❤️

10/26/2026

Today, we celebrate and say goodbye to our wonderful, long-time volunteer, Victoria! ❤️🦅

Victoria has given countless hours of her time, heart, and energy to caring for the birds of prey at our raptor ranch. Her selfless dedication, compassion, and willingness to show up for these incredible birds have meant more to us than words can express. We are so grateful for the difference she has made and the love she has poured into our mission.

On her last day with us, we send her off with the biggest hug, endless well wishes, and a HUGE congratulations on her next adventure! 🎉 Victoria is heading to Minnesota to attend school for nondestructive inspection, and we couldn’t be more excited to see where this next chapter takes her.

Victoria, thank you for being such a special part of the Birds Of Prey NW family. Once you’re part of our flock, you always will be! We will miss you, cheer you on from afar, and wish you nothing but success and happiness in this exciting new journey. ❤️

Once part of the flock, always part of the flock. 🦅

10/22/2026

Meet the American Kestrel - North America’s smallest falcon!

Don’t let their size fool you! These fierce little hunters can hover in midair while searching for insects, mice, and other small prey.

American Kestrels play an important role in North Idaho by helping control rodent and insect populations. They depend on healthy grasslands, open fields, and nesting sites to survive.

Protecting these little falcons means protecting the wild spaces that make North Idaho so special!

10/21/2026

Say hello to Soaren, our Swainson’s Hawk (Buteo swainsoni)!

Soaren is one of our educational birds at Birds Of Prey NW. Although Soaren is blind in one eye, this beautiful hawk has an important role in helping us educate the public about raptors, their unique adaptations, and the importance of protecting these incredible birds.

Through education and connection, Soaren helps us inspire a greater appreciation for birds of prey and the wild places they call home.

We’re so grateful for the opportunity to care for these amazing birds and share their stories with our community!

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10/14/2026

Training Continues at Birds Of Prey NW!

We’re so grateful to everyone who answered our community’s call to action! 💚 We have several new team members who are getting closer to becoming fully trained, and we couldn’t do this important work without them.

It takes a dedicated team to care for our incredible birds of prey, and we’re thankful for every person who steps up to make a difference. Together, we’re making a difference, one feather at a time! 🪶

10/13/2026

💚 COMMUNITY SUPPORT IN ACTION! 💚

Sometimes, the paths we cross lead to something truly special! We are incredibly grateful to Blue Bird Tree Care (208)651-3959 for generously donating their time, equipment, and expertise to help Birds Of Prey NW repair a breach in the predator-proof netting over our Eagle flight run.

As eagles prepare for release, they often fly up and cling to the netting, creating tears that can allow predators to enter. Making these repairs is essential to keeping our recovering eagles safe, and sometimes it takes specialized equipment and generous community members to get the job done! 🙌

An extra-special bonus? This became a hands-on learning opportunity for the owner’s eighth-grade son, who got to learn how to operate the bucket crane! What a wonderful way to give back while passing valuable skills to the next generation.

We couldn’t do this work without the incredible people and businesses who step up to help.

Thank you, Blue Bird Tree Care, for being part of our mission to give these magnificent birds their best chance at returning to the wild! 🦅

10/12/2026

🦅❤️ We loved welcoming the Daughters of the American Revolution to Birds Of Prey NW’s Raptor Ranch in St. Maries, Idaho, for their annual visit! The smiles, excitement, and enthusiasm made for such a special day as we shared our magnificent birds and the important work we do.

We’re grateful for opportunities like these to connect people with wildlife and inspire a love for conservation. Thank you for spending the day with us.

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10/11/2026

A BUSY WEEKEND AT BIRDS OF PREY NW! 🦅🌲

What starts with a generous donation of trees from a locally owned nursery quickly turns into a half-day of digging, teamwork, and a whole lot of hard work! 💪

Thanks to Tom Groesbeck for donating several beautiful trees, our eagle flight run now has three gorgeous Ponderosa Pines planted and ready to grow! ❤️

A huge shout-out to Mark and Robin for spending their morning digging holes and getting their hands dirty alongside us. We couldn’t do it without you!

It truly takes a village to do what we do at Birds Of Prey NW. From generous donors to volunteers who show up in their work clothes, ready to tackle whatever the day brings, every helping hand makes a difference for the birds in our care.

Thank you to everyone who shows up, pitches in, and believes in our mission. We are so grateful for this incredible community! ❤️🦅

10/10/2026

🦅🌲 Great news! Our Birds Of Prey Northwest facility tours are extended into November and possibly early December, weather permitting! Come experience an unforgettable close-up encounter with our incredible birds of prey for a suggested donation of $20 per person. 💚

📞 Call Heather at 208-671-2101 to schedule your tour!

Address

Coeur D'alene, ID
83815

Telephone

+12082451367

Website

http://www.birdsofpreynorthwest.org/

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