Galena, Illinois

Julie Bruser & Tom Saccomanno

We’re passionate about birds and nature. That’s why we opened a Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop in our community.

Galena, Illinois

206 South Main St.
Galena, IL 61036

Phone: (815) 777-2883
Fax: (815) 777-2833
Email: Send Message

Store Hours:
Mon - Fri: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sun: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Get Ready for Spring

Thursday, March 18 ~ 10:30 a.m.

Wild Birds Unlimited, 206 S. Main St., Galena

Two days before spring begins, join us for this program that will share all the things you can do to get ready for spring birding and birdfeeding. Topics to be covered include cleaning/repairing/replacing feeders & nestboxes; resetting poles & preferred locations; prepare for hummingbird and oriole arrival

 

All About Bluebirds

Saturday, April 17 ~ 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Galena Territory Property Owners Club

Learn about these beautiful “gems of blue” that are abundant in the Galena Territory from Greg Beavers of the North American Bluebird Society and other local experts. Featuring a session on how to photograph bluebirds.

Nesting 101

Saturday, May 15 - 11 a.m. 

Murphy’s Gardens, 12550 W. Norris Ln., Galena

Learn all about birds' nests and nest boxes. Discover what birds will nest in your yard, where they will nest, what kind of habitat will attract them, and what you can do to help.

Hummingbirds & Orioles

Saturday, May 22 - 11 a.m. 

Murphy’s Gardens, 12550 W. Norris Ln., Galena

Everyone's favorite backyard migratory birds will be here in May! Find out what you can do to attract them to your yard and keep them there all summer.

 

Saturday, June 12 - 11 a.m. 

Murphy’s Gardens, 12550 W. Norris Ln., Galena

Backyard Bullies

Nuisance wildlife problem-solving - answering your questions and sharing possible solutions for starlings, grackles, squirrels, raccoons, deer, and other critters that are gobbling up your bird seed and your garden.

Butterflies

Saturday, June 19 - 11 am.

Murphy’s Gardens, 12550 W. Norris Ln., Galena

Learn about the fascinating life cycles of these beautiful creatures. You'll find out what species we have in this area and what you can plant to attract them to your yard.