Welcome to MAARS!

 
 
 
 

Together we can elevate avian care!

Providing life-changing care and environment for special needs avian species in Minnesota. 


Our History

Since  the founding of MAARS in July 1999, almost 1500 unwanted  parrots have  come through our doors. More than 1400 birds have been successfully placed into permanent homes. We’ve consistently grown since then, all thanks to the helping hands of this amazing community!

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Our Team

Our amazing team of regulars and part-time volunteers are committed to helping all captive parrots. We take our convictions and turn them into action. Think you would be a good fit? Get in touch for more information!

 

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Our Mission

MAARS’ core function is to care for our flock at our facility, The Landing. Our primary mission is to educate the public, people who already live with parrots, and the veterinary community about the issues that face captive parrots. 

 

Help Us

Check out our unique gifts featuring the MAARS flock

All proceeds from purchases go directly to help support the MAARS birds - it's a win/win!

Painting Cards

Original Paintings

2024 Flock Calendar

Lucky

Prints

Featured Birds

Meet the Flock

What can you do to celebrate Earth Day?

STOP USING PESTICIDES, FUNGICIDES AND HERBICIDES
SUPPORT CERTIFIED ORGANIC FARMERS
Use a recyclable water bottle or coffee mug
Build a birdhouse
Take a bike ride
Hike or walk
Use recyclable grocery bags, not plastic ones
Recycle your paper and cardboard
Remember to turn off lights that you’re not using
Switch to LED lightbulbs
Repair your leaky faucet
Pick up trash at a local park, neighborhood, or beach
Plant a tree or buy a tree certificate (such as through Friends of Trees or a living tribute)
Carpool to work or other activities
Switch to paperless bills and invoices
Compost (check out this great article from eartheasy for how to do so)
Start a bee farm (first, check with your local authorities to see if you have permission, and then check out the article from Countryside Network for how to start your farm)
Plant a garden
“Adopt” an animal at a wildlife preserve (such as through the World Wildlife Fund)

The possibilities are endless! How are you going to celebrate this year?
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🌍🦜 This Earth Day, let's cherish our beautiful planet and consider how we can positively impact people, nature, and our vibrant feathered friends—parrots.

Explore the fascinating world of parrots by diving into our Encyclopedia. Get acquainted with over 400 parrot species that share our Earth and learn how you can help protect them. Discover more here: www.parrots.org/encyclopedia 💚

#EarthDay #ParrotConservation #WorldParrotTrust #EarthDay
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