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Soaring Spirits Sanctuary, Beech Creek, PA (2026)

09/02/2026

Today’s intake is Buddy, a 23-year-old Blue & Gold Macaw! 🦜

I drove out to Bloomsburg today to pick this handsome guy up and bring him home to Soaring Spirits. Buddy spent 22 years with his first owner and the last year with the person who surrendered him to me today.

I don’t know a whole lot about Buddy just yet, so we’re going to take our time getting to know him and figuring out exactly what he needs. He does have some overpreening and barbering, but underneath that, he is an absolutely beautiful boy.

One thing we do know is that Buddy was never really taught the basics. He was never taught to step up and wasn’t really handled or held much throughout his life. So for Buddy, this isn’t going to be a quick turnaround.

He’s probably going to be here for quite a while, and that’s okay.

Our goal is to start from the beginning and teach him the things he should have learned a long time ago… things as simple as “step up,” learning to trust hands, becoming comfortable being handled.

There is absolutely no rush with him. We’ll let Buddy set the pace. If that means weeks or months of slowly building trust, then that’s exactly what we’ll do.

Tomorrow morning, we’ll be sending Buddy’s bloodwork out for his full disease testing so we can get a better picture of his overall health.

09/01/2026

This rainy weather has me feeling SO lazy today. Honestly, it was hard to get off the couch! So instead of spending forever in the kitchen, I decided to make a lazy chop for the birds.

And you know what? It took me maybe 15–20 minutes to throw together, and it still doesn’t cut corners when it comes to nutrition!

Seriously… I was feeling so lazy that I didn’t even use my commercial chopping machine because I didn’t feel like cleaning that monster afterward. 😂 I grabbed my little hand chopper that I got from Amazon instead, and It got the job done perfectly.

Here’s what went into today’s chop:

🍎 Apples
🥒 Zucchini
💛 Yellow squash
🫑 Red bell pepper
🫑 Yellow bell pepper
🫑 Orange bell pepper
🫘 Chickpeas
🍝 Tri-color rotini tossed in organic coconut oil

And that’s it! Simple, colorful, nutritious, and EASY.

This is something I really want people to remember when it comes to feeding their birds: making nutritious meals does NOT have to be complicated or take hours. You don’t need fancy equipment, a million ingredients, or an elaborate recipe every single time.

Sometimes you just open the fridge, throw together what you have, chop it up, and make your birds a fresh, healthy meal.

Even on the days when you’re feeling like a couch potato.

08/31/2026

Meet Darcy and Elizabeth, a 3-year-old bonded pair of lorikeets who are officially ready to find their forever family!

These two have been together since they were babies, and we will absolutely not separate them. They are a package deal and need a home that understands and appreciates the unique needs of lorikeets.

They are goofy, rambunctious, fun, curious, and incredibly sweet in their own ways. Elizabeth is an absolute gentle baby who steps right up and is happy to interact with you.

Darcy, on the other hand, is a little more… spicy. 😂 He can display aggressive behavior, largely related to hormones and his instinct to protect his mate, Elizabeth. He needs an adopter who isn’t afraid of a bird with boundaries, understands bird body language, and is confident and experienced enough to work with him rather than be intimidated by him.

LORIKEET DIET IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT!

If you’re considering adopting these two, please do your research BEFORE applying. Lorikeets have specialized dietary needs and are very different from many other parrots.

Lorikeets primarily eat nectar, and their digestive systems are not designed to process a traditional seed-based parrot diet. Pellets are also not appropriate in most situations for lorikeets. Their diet should consist of an appropriate lorikeet nectar formula along with suitable low-iron fruits, such as bananas, apples, pears, and berries.

Their health also requires special consideration because lorikeets can be prone to iron storage disease, so proper nutrition and veterinary care are incredibly important.

And let’s talk about the other thing nobody can hide from you… 💩 LORIKEETS ARE MESSY.

Like… really messy.

Their liquid diet means their droppings are much wetter than those of many other parrots, and their cages need to be cleaned frequently. These are not birds for someone who wants a low-maintenance pet. They require commitment, specialized nutrition, regular cleaning, and an adopter who is willing to educate themselves about their care.

But if you’re prepared for the mess, the specialized diet, the personality, and all of the quirks that come with these amazing little birds, Darcy and Elizabeth can be incredibly rewarding companions.

📋 Interested in adopting Darcy & Elizabeth?

Please complete our adoption application here:

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Please research lorikeet care BEFORE applying. We want their next home to be their last home, and finding the right fit is far more important to us than simply finding them a home.

Located in Beech Creek PA.
No we do not ship.

08/31/2026

A little weekend recap from Soaring Spirits!

Here are some photos from our weekend! It was a pretty relaxed few days around here, with lots of quality time, treats, baths, and of course… dance parties.

This weekend we had all of the macaws out for some treats and plenty of dancing!

Kelli, our new Severe Macaw, got some much-needed time in the aviary and a nice bath! He’s really settling in and getting more comfortable with his new surroundings, and I’m loving watching his personality come out more and more.

And Zipper, our newest Sun Conure, came right out for snuggles and socializing! He even let me help him with some of those pin feathers on his head. He has been such a little sweetheart since arriving, and I’m so happy to see him already feeling comfortable enough to seek out attention.

I definitely didn’t get pictures of everyone this weekend sometimes I’m too busy actually enjoying time with the birds to remember to pick up my phone! 😂

Yesterday we also picked up a new cage because one of our court-held birds will be coming back from foster later this week. We’re getting everything ready for their return and making sure they have a nice, comfortable setup waiting for them.

As for the rest of the week…

🥬 Today: Chop shopping + prep day
🧼 Tomorrow: Cage scrubbing day
🚗 Wednesday: Scheduled intake; I’ll be making the drive to Bloomsburg for pickup.
🦜 Thursday & Friday: Back home with the birds! If the weather cooperates, we’ll probably be rotating everyone through for some sunshine, fresh air, and baths.

I also spent some time this weekend reviewing adoption applications and getting back to people to schedule meet & greets… and we have a whole bunch of those coming up!

Things may look quiet and relaxed from the outside, but there’s always something happening behind the scenes here. Between caring for the birds already in our home, preparing for returning birds, welcoming new intakes, reviewing applications, cleaning, cooking, and making sure everyone gets individual attention… the days stay pretty full!

But honestly? I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Thank you for continuing to follow along with us, support our birds, and care about what happens behind the scenes at Soaring Spirits. We appreciate every single one of you!

Now time to go buy approximately 47,000 vegetables.🤣

08/29/2026

Everyone, please welcome Zipper, a 5-year-old Sun Conure, to Soaring Spirits!

A little while ago, I received a call from a young 17-year-old woman who was looking for help finding placement for her beloved bird. She is preparing to commit herself to her future college career, and she knew that with such a big life change ahead, Zipper deserved to have a stable home where he could continue receiving the love, attention, and care he has always known.

And honestly I was blown away by her maturity and responsibility at just 17 years old.

She has owned Zipper since he was a baby. She loves him deeply. And while I know this decision was incredibly difficult, she put Zipper’s future before her own feelings. She recognized that her life was about to change and, instead of waiting until she was overwhelmed or until Zipper’s needs weren’t being met, she reached out ahead of time to make sure he would be safe and loved.

That is responsible pet ownership.

Sometimes loving an animal means making an incredibly painful decision because you know what’s best for them, even when your heart is telling you that you don’t want to let go.

My heart truly goes out to Zipper’s mama today. I can only imagine how hard it was to hand over a bird you’ve raised from a baby and loved for five years. But I hope she knows that she did something incredibly selfless for him. She gave him the opportunity to continue thriving while she pursues her education and builds her future. And I am SO proud of her for having the courage to make that choice.

And then there’s Zipper… 🥹
This little guy is an absolute love bug and an ANGEL. You can immediately tell that he was very loved and very well cared for. His behavior and attitude say so much about the life his mama gave him.

Within no time at all, he was already preening my finger and letting me gently scratch his head.

I already know this sweet little man is going to do wonderfully here. We are going to give him all the patience, stability, enrichment, fresh food, attention, and love he needs while he adjusts to his new life.

And if you’re a parent of a young person who owns a bird, let this be a reminder: life changes. College happens. Careers happen. Moving happens. Plans change. The most important thing is having a plan for your bird and knowing that asking for help is never something to be ashamed of.

Sometimes the most responsible thing you can do is simply say, “I love my bird, and I want to make sure they’re okay.”

And that’s exactly what Zipper’s mama did. ❤️

08/29/2026

🦜 CURRENT ADOPTABLES! 🦜

We have some really special birds looking for their forever homes! Every single one of these birds has their own personality, needs, quirks, and story and we’re looking for the right people who are willing to see the bird for who they are, not just what they can or can’t do.

Please read through each bio carefully, and as always, share, share, SHARE! You never know who might be looking for their next feathered family member. 🥰

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🩵 VIBRATO — Disabled Bourke’s Parakeet

Our sweet Vibrato is looking for a very special, soft landing.

Vibrato is disabled and has no toes. He spends most of his time on his keel bone on the bottom of his cage, so he requires a cage lined with soft towels or appropriate padding to keep him comfortable and protected.

The good news? This little guy is an incredible flier! Flying is how he gets around, and he gets around just fine despite his disabilities. He was also recently cleared by our veterinarian for adoption. ❤️

He will go home with his food and water dishes, as they are specifically suited to accommodate his disability.

Vibrato doesn’t need someone to feel sorry for him. He needs someone who will accommodate him, love him, and give him the soft, safe life he deserves. 🥹💙

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💚 BOURKE’S PARAKEETS — FLOCK OF 4

These four cheerful, beautiful little birds are looking for their forever home TOGETHER.

They would be wonderful integrated into a friendly flock of Bourke’s and cockatiels, or they could join your family as a little flock of their own.

They are sweet, social little birds who deserve a home where they can continue to enjoy each other’s company.

All four must be adopted together. 🥰

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💗 LOLA — 5-Year-Old Caique

Lola is such a sweetheart!

She is a shy girl, and it took a little time and patience to break the ice with her. But once she gets to know you, she really starts to show her personality.

And of course… she’s a caique. 😂

That means she is BUSY. Lola loves flying around, exploring, doing her own thing, and being independent. But once she trusts you, she’ll happily ride around on your shoulder or enjoy being held.

She’s a wonderful little bird who just needs someone willing to give her the time to build that relationship. ❤️

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💛 BOSCO & NICO — AMAZON DUO

Bosco — Double Yellow-Headed Amazon
Nico — Blue-Fronted Amazon
Both 30+ years old

These two are quite the pair, and I absolutely adore having them here.

They have never been caged together, but Nico is blind and relies heavily on Bosco’s voice for comfort and to help him stay close. Because of their bond and Nico’s disability, I will not separate these two.

Both are stick trained. Bosco will also step up once he is away from the cage.

And yes… they are your typical Amazons. 😂

Chatty. Hilarious. Opinionated. LOUD.

They have BIG personalities and will absolutely keep you entertained. If you’ve ever wanted the full Amazon experience, these two will happily provide it. 😂💚

They need someone who understands that they’re an inseparable pair and is prepared to give them both the patience, stability, and love they deserve.

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🏡 ABOUT ADOPTION

We are located in Beech Creek, Pennsylvania.

🚫 NO, WE DO NOT SHIP BIRDS.

Visits are by appointment only and are available after you have submitted an adoption application, been approved, and received an invitation to visit.

We want our birds to choose their people just as much as we want people to choose their birds. ❤️

📋 ADOPTION APPLICATION:
https://forms.gle/mSHozTA5qAEL435P9

If one of these birds sounds like they could be your perfect match, fill out an application! And if they’re not the bird for you, please share this post. The right person might be sitting on your friends list right now. 🥹🦜❤️

Let’s get these guys HOME!

08/28/2026

TODAY IS HARLEY’S 43RD BIRTHDAY! 💙🎂
Happy Birthday, Harley!

When we welcomed Harley into Soaring Spirits, I never expected his story to resonate with so many people the way it did. His introduction post received 9.2 THOUSAND likes and hundreds of comments from people sharing their condolences, their stories, and their love for Harley and his mama.

And if you didn’t know Harley’s story, I think his birthday is the perfect time to tell it again.

Harley was owned by one single person for his entire life. One home. One family. One mama.
And she did everything right by him.
Harley wasn’t simply a pet. He was her child. He was incredibly loved, incredibly well cared for, and he was a huge part of her life for more than four decades.

But, his mama had to face an incredibly difficult reality.

She was aging. Her health was changing. And she knew something that so many people unfortunately wait too long to acknowledge:

Harley could outlive her.

And instead of ignoring that reality, hoping someone would figure it out later, or waiting until there was an emergency… she made one of the most selfless decisions a bird owner can make.

She put Harley’s future before her own.

She made the heartbreaking decision to surrender her beloved child to rescue while she was still able to make sure he had somewhere safe to go.

That is not abandonment.
That is love.

That is looking at the animal you have spent your entire life loving and saying, “I love you enough to make sure you will be okay, even when I can’t be the one taking care of you anymore.”

I know surrender can be an incredibly painful word for people. But Harley’s story is such an important reminder that sometimes surrender is actually an act of responsibility, foresight, and unconditional love.
His mama gave Harley 43 years of love.

And now, our job is to make sure the rest of his story is just as beautiful.

Harley is officially 43 years young today, and while he has experienced a huge change in his life, he is surrounded by people who adore him, care about his comfort, and are committed to giving him everything he deserves.

And to answer the BIG question that so many of you have asked since Harley arrived:

Yes, We have been sending his mama TONS of pictures and updates of Harley nearly every single day. We want her to know how he is doing, what he’s up to, how he’s settling in, and most importantly; that her boy is safe, loved, and being cared for.

Because although Harley may have a new home now, we will never forget that she is his mama. She spent 43 years loving him, and I think she deserves to see the beautiful life she helped secure for him.

Happy Birthday to one of the sweetest old gentlemen I have ever had the privilege of knowing.

43 YEARS.
Here’s to many more, Harley.

And to Harley’s mama, I hope you know that your baby is safe. You did right by him. You loved him enough to think about the years you wouldn’t be here, and because of that, Harley has a future.

08/27/2026

Good morning everyone and HAPPY THURSDAY!

Here’s Kelli and I this morning! He is such an absolute sweetheart. Today, we’re just letting this handsome guy take it easy and decompress in his cage. Intake day is A LOT for these birds, and sometimes the best thing we can give them isn’t attention or interaction, it’s simply space, quiet, safety, and time.

And speaking of what’s going on around here… we have officially reached MAX CAPACITY for little and medium-sized birds. 😳

I have one final small-bird intake scheduled for Saturday, and after that, we will be closing intake to small and medium birds until we have some adoptions and space opens back up.

At this time, the only birds I can accommodate are L/XL birds, such as large Macaws.

It has been BUSY here at Soaring Spirits. Our phone has been ringing off the hook with surrender requests, placement questions, and people looking for help. And as much as I wish I could say YES to every single person who reaches out, I have to be responsible about the number of birds we take in.

That means I have to start prioritizing cases based on urgency and emergency rather than simply taking birds in the order that people contact us. I know that can be frustrating and heartbreaking for people who are desperately looking for somewhere for their bird to go, and I promise turning someone away is never easy for me.

Our friends and rescue partners at T & A Parrot Rescue and Sanctuary, and Breezy Parrot Rescue & Sanctuary are also incredibly full right now. The reality is that this isn’t just a Soaring Spirits problem. The demand for parrot rescue is far greater than the number of available homes, foster homes, and adoptions.

There are simply more parrots needing rescue than there are people stepping forward to adopt them.

If you’ve been thinking about adopting, please consider taking a look at the birds currently waiting for their forever families. Every adoption doesn’t just change the life of that one bird … it creates a space for another bird who desperately needs help.

A single adoption can quite literally make room for another emergency intake.

So please, share our adoptable birds. ❤️ Share their posts. Tell your friends. Talk about parrot adoption. If you’re not in a position to adopt, even a share can potentially put one of these birds in front of the person they’ve been waiting for.

And if you have an emergency surrender or need help with placement and Soaring Spirits is unable to assist, please still reach out. I will always do my best to point you toward one of our trusted rescue partners or another appropriate resource. I cannot promise we will have space, but I will never intentionally leave someone without at least trying to help find a direction to go.

We’re doing the best we can with the space, time, finances, volunteers, and resources we have.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support Soaring Spirits, share our birds, donate, volunteer, foster, adopt, and simply follow along with what we do.

You are a huge part of why we can keep saying YES when the truly desperate cases come through our doors. 🦜

08/26/2026

Today we made a bit of a last-minute change of plans and welcomed a very special new member to Soaring Spirits.

Meet Kelli, a 37-year-old Severe Macaw, also known as a Chestnut-Fronted Macaw, born in July of 1989.

Kelli was surrendered because his aging parents were no longer able to care for him the way they once could. And I want to emphasize that he was very loved and very well cared for. Sometimes life simply changes, and our ability to care for the animals we love changes with it.

Over the past year especially, Kelli’s family found themselves unable to get him out of his cage and socialize with him as much as they would have liked. Over time, that resulted in him becoming cage-bound and understandably less comfortable with people trying to interact with him.

But there is something incredibly special about Kelli’s story.

His family was actually his second family, and when they acquired him about 10 years ago, his original owners gave them an informational booklet about his life. They saved it all these years and passed it along to us. 🥹

Inside are photographs of Kelli as a tiny hatchling, barely feathered and being hand-fed, along with information about his early life. And we found out something REALLY cool…
Kelli won THREE FIRST PLACE BLUE RIBBONS in bird shows! 🏆🏆🏆
So I guess we can officially say this handsome boy wasn’t just gorgeous … he was a champion!

Being handed that booklet today was such a special reminder of just how much history these birds carry with them. We aren’t just welcoming a 37-year-old macaw into our rescue. We’re being trusted with a little piece of the story that two loving families have shared with him over the course of his entire life.

And at 37 years old, Kelli is officially an elderly gentleman. Severe Macaws generally live around 30–40 years, although some can make it to 50, so Kelli is already at the upper end of that typical lifespan.
Because of that, we’re going to treat this handsome old man exactly as he deserves, with patience, kindness, gentleness, and compassion. We approach every single intake with those things, but I think Kelli may get just a little extra dose of all of it.

He has lived 37 years. He has already experienced two families, a championship show career, and an entire lifetime of memories. He deserves to spend whatever time he has left feeling safe, respected, comfortable, and loved.

Of course, today was emotional. Watching a family say goodbye to a beloved pet is one of the hardest parts of this job. You can see the love in their faces, and you can feel how difficult it is to make that decision.

But sometimes surrendering is an incredibly selfless act of love. They recognized that Kelli needed more than they were able to give him at this point in their lives, and instead of holding onto him simply because saying goodbye was hard, they chose to give him the opportunity to have the socialization, enrichment, and attention he deserves.

And for that, I am grateful. ❤️

Kelli looks absolutely fantastic, and we are so excited to get to know him, learn his personality, and help him settle into this next chapter of his life.

Welcome to Soaring Spirits, sweet Kelli. You have 37 years of history behind you and hopefully many more wonderful years ahead.

You’ve already been a champion, buddy. Now it’s time to be an old, spoiled, very loved gentleman. 🦜

08/26/2026

Yesterday, I found out through a few phone calls from family and friends of the Bristol 4 that their mama unfortunately passed away. 💔

I’m making this post because this is the reality of my job and I want to share it with you.

As heartbreaking as this news is, it is also such an important reminder of something we don’t talk about enough: please make a plan for your birds.

If you are terminally ill, aging, or even simply want to be prepared for the unexpected, please take the time to make a plan for where your birds will go if something happens to you. Write it down. Talk about it with your loved ones. Find a trusted friend, family member, rescue, sanctuary, or another safe arrangement that can take responsibility for your animals in the event of an emergency or your passing.

It may feel uncomfortable to think about, but it is one of the kindest things you can do for the animals who depend entirely on you.

Our hearts are so incredibly saddened to hear about the passing of the Bristol 4’s mama. Joe, Miss Kay, Bosco, and Nico have been such wonderful birds to work with, and it is so incredibly clear from their behaviors, personalities, and trust that they were deeply loved and well cared for. Their mama made sure they knew love. ❤️

I received this beautiful text last night, and I wanted to share it with all of you because it brought tears to my eyes.

This is why I do what I do.

I truly, deeply love my job. I love these birds. I love getting to know them, watching them heal, watching them learn to trust again, and being there for them when life suddenly changes everything they knew.

But this job is also incredibly heavy.
There are days when I am exhausted. Days when my heart hurts. Days when I wonder how much longer I can keep doing this. Days when I genuinely want to quit, which, if I’m being honest, happens more often than I’d like to admit.

And then I get a message like this.
A message from someone whose family member trusted me with the birds they loved. A message reminding me that what we do matters. A message that reassures me on the days when I’m struggling to see it myself.

These words keep me going.

So if you have birds, please… make a plan for them. And if you have a family member or friend with birds, talk to them about it. Don’t wait until there is an emergency.

Because when the worst happens, your birds shouldn’t have to wonder where their person went or what is going to happen to them next.

They deserve to already have a plan.
They deserve to be safe.
They deserve to be loved.

And to the family of the Bristol 4: I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Thank you for trusting us with these four beautiful babies. We will love them, care for them, and make sure they are okay. ❤️🦜

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