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Aviary Sign

The signage at "The Aviary" at Rocky Gap State Park, Cumberland/Flintstone, Allegany County, Maryland, United States.

 

The Aviary houses birds of prey used for the Scales and Tales program. These birds have been injued/hand raised and cannot survive in the wild.

 

Scales and tales is a state wide environmental education program with a treefold mission. Scales and Tales encourages an appreciation for the splendor and diversity of Maryland's wildlife, promotes an understanding of the relationship between man, wildlife, and the habitat they share, and encourages people to visit state forests and parks to further explore that relationship.

 

Aviary - Scales & Tales Program - One-of-a-kind program allows visitors the opportunity to view wildlife up close and hear "tales" of how the animals became part of the program. The aviary includes raptors (birds of prey) and reptiles. Birds of prey can be viewed from outside the Aviary at all times, hours vary. Various education programs and Critter Encounters are available call for details, 301-722-1480. Obtained at: www.mdmountainside.com/attraction.php?attraction=181

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Uploaded on October 5, 2009
Taken on October 4, 2009