Holiday Hours Notice: Please note that there will be no Wednesday Walk on December 24. The Barn Owl Shop & Welcome Center will close at 1:00 p.m. on December 24, remain closed on December 25, and reopen on December 26. Thank you, and happy holidays!

Education at NBS

The Norman Bird Sanctuary is committed to providing exceptional, hands-on learning experiences that inspire stewardship and appreciation for the natural world. From field trips to internships, our programs offer interactive opportunities for learners of all ages to explore, discover, and connect with nature.

Education Programs

Through year-round programming, Norman Bird Sanctuary equips budding naturalists with the environmental knowledge to foster a hands-on, child-centered exploration of our beautiful campus.

Field Trip Programs

Scout Programs

Camps

For six decades, Norman Bird Sanctuary has welcomed hundreds of campers to our Summer Camp. Our age-appropriate and innovative camps offer a unique blend of hands-on learning, games, animal encounters and team building.

Summer Camps

Visit the Curiosity Lab

Stop by and visit the Curiosity Lab, the newest educational center on the NBS campus, emphasizing place-based, hands-on, and STEAM learning.

Explore the Lab

Internships

Take your learning outside of the classroom and make connections in your community! NBS offers a variety of semester-based internships, and we will work with you to obtain academic credit from your college or university.

See Opportunities

Volunteering

Take your passion for nature beyond the trail and make a difference in your community! Volunteering at the Norman Bird Sanctuary offers hands-on opportunities to support conservation, education, and land stewardship alongside a dedicated team of staff and fellow volunteers.

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