Welcome to the High Desert Bird Club of New Mexico. If you have pet birds, want to learn more about pet birds, or just want to socialize with other birdy people, you are in the right place. The following lists upcoming HDBC events. All general meetings are open to the public. Members and guests are welcome.
Wild Bird Rescue **PLEASE NOTE**
HDBC is not authorized to assist with wild bird rescue. If you find an injured wild bird, please contact any of the following:
Wildlife Rescue of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 505-344-2500
On a Wing and Prayer, Mikal Deese, Corrales, NM 505-480-7777
Hawks Aloft, Albuquerque, NM 505-828-9455
Thank you for caring.
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July 2025
No HDBC General Meeting – Enjoy Summer Break
Everyone is taking a break for summer in July. No meeting is scheduled this month.
Stay cool, stay hydrated, and enjoy some fun in the sun.
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August 24, 2025
General Meeting – Foraging Toy Workshop
As we patiently wait for the next bird toy sale in September, let’s make some foraging toys for our and rescue birds. We’ve made these small lunch-bag toys before, and they were a great hit.
Join us for assembling some interesting and engaging toys for our birds, good conversation, and sharing summer stories.
Sunday, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Parrot Pantry
2325 San Pedro Drive NE, Ste 1I
Albuquerque, NM 87110
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September 20, 2025
Bird Toy Sale and HDBC General Meet and Greet
Back by popular demand, Creations by JT Bird Toys will return to Albuquerque.
HDBC members will be available in the afternoon (3:00 PM) to talk about birds and answer any questions about our bird club.
Saturday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Inez Park
2027 Wisconsin Street NE
Albuquerque, NM
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October 2025 – Date TBD
Field Trip – Foraging for Piñon Pine Nuts
We’re going to try something a little different this year. Harvesting and collecting Piñon pine nuts is a tradition for generations of New Mexicans. Many parrots love piñon pine nuts which are very nutritious and calorie dense.
As we get closer to harvest time, we will have a better idea of when to plan this field trip and where are some of the most abundant places to forage.
If we have enough time and energy afterwards, we may also visit a “you pick” farm where we can pick some fresh fruit and vegetables. Stay tuned for more information as we get closer to October.
