Celebrating International Vulture Awareness Day!

2021 Feathers in Flight 
2nd Annual Feathers in Flight - Online Auction Event, supporting California Condors. 
Saturday, Sept 4 - Sunday, Sept 12

auction is now closed

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Special Event Live-Zoom-Chats - Recorded

​• Event Kick-Off with Condor Joe and the Oakland Zoo. Recorded Sept 4

​• Vultures in Volumes with Senior Biologist, Mike Stake. Recorded Sept 7

​• Big Sur Condor Sanctuary Tour with Executive Director Kelly Sorenson and Joe Burnett. Watch the wildfire clean-up in progress and view the location from angles not shown on the condor-cam. Recorded Sept 9

• A Photo finish! with staff members Cathy Hamilton and Joan Biddle,  presenting the photo submissions from the 23Vultures Photo Challenge. Recorded Sept 12

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2021 IN-KIND DONORS
Please show your support to our community partners throughout the year! 

Allegro Pizzeria
Alvarado Street Brewery
​Corie Allen
All-Starr Pet Services
Anonymous
AmFund
Anima California
Jennifer Anderson
Avant Garden and Home
Robert Baldwin
Antonio Balestreri
Ball & Skein & More
Bernardus Winery
Big Sur Wine Co / Big Sur Vineyards
Cafe Rustica
Isa Catto Studio
Erika Chan
Ann Clarke
Amber Coverdale Sumrall
EatLocal.Farm
Eyes4Nature
Richard Feese
Morris Finkelstein
Jessica French
Sharene Hamrock
​Tim Huntington / Webnectar
Steve Johnston
Katy's Place
Kayak Connection
Cindy Lewis
Linda Lutzai
House of 8 Media
Martinelli's
Monterey Bay Poets, Hummingbird Press
Monterey Bay Surf Lessons
Monterey Signs
Monterey Zoological Society
Carla Montagno
Morgan Winery
Nepenthe
​Oakland Zoo
Olivia & Daisy
Parker-Lusseau Pastries, Inc
Janie Penny
Point Sur Lighthouse
​Portola Hotel & Spa
Post Ranch Inn
Quail and Olive
Lyn Risling
Roaring Camp 
Rosine's Restaurant
San Francisco Zoological Society
Santa Barbara Zoo
Scheid Vineyards
Scratch Wines
Jay Sinclair
Stepping Stones / Bags4You
Storrs Winery & Vineyard
Jan Turcoleta
VCA Ocean View Animal Hospital
Ventana Surfboards & Supplies

Where in the world do 23 Vulture species live? 
​Check out the map below for a quick snapshot or visit our Vultures of the World page.

23 Vultures of the World

King Vulture, Cacique, from the LA Zoo

2020 Feathers Online Auction Event

zoom recordings, including LIVE FROM THE LA ZOO with Mike clark and a King vulture and dolly, a ca condor.

Virtual 2020 Feathers Zoom
Recorded September 5, 2020
Watch the recorded video of our Feathers Zoom, where Condor Joe gave a detailed update on the condor chicks before we heard from Mike Clark with the Los Angeles Zoo who was joined by Dolly, a California Condor and a King Vulture. He talked about the condor breeding program at the zoo and shared with us the beauty of Cacique, the King Vulture, who Mike personally hatched 30 years ago! (run time 1:04:20)

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Condor Zoom-Chat
Recorded August 27, 2020
Watch the recorded video of our monthly zoom-chat where Condor Joe gave a detailed update on the Dolan Fire and how it affected the condors. He spent additional time answering more questions and Mike Stake introduced the 23 species of vultures in the world. (run time 1:18:14)

a special address from les lo baugh, jr

Les Lo Baugh, Jr.  - Mr. Lo Baugh drafted the Endangered Species Act, followed by the Clean Water Act and the Clean Air Act which in turn led to the formation of the EPA; all of which took place during the Nixon administration. Literally millions of animals, plants and fishes can attribute their survival as specific species to the protection given to them by the federal statutes initiated by Mr. Lo Baugh.

a recorded mini concert - dave holodiloff

Monterey Bay's own, Dave Holodiloff - Scheduled to perform at our 2020 Feathers in Flight in-person event, Dave has put together a special outside session overlooking the beautiful Monterey, California, for us to share with our online event guests. We hope you enjoy this beautiful performance!

2020 AUCTION items

Private Falconry Experience
Black Feather Necklace - created by designer Micheal Aram
Steller's Jay Silk Chiffon Scarf
"Big Wave" - 3'x6' Painting on Canvas
Behind the Condor Scene at the Oakland Zoo
Raptors of San Benito County 
2-Night Stay at See Breeze Inn and Cottages, Pacific Grove CA
A print of a Tim Huntington photo of your choice
Travis Hall Fine Art - Hurricane Point Photo on Canvas, 40"x60"
Allen's Hummingbird Silk Chiffon Scarf
Bernardus Winery - 4 Pack of Limited Production Magnums
Sierra Hot Springs Resort and Retreat
Iniko and Redwood Queen painting, 9"x12"
Series of 3 Condor Prints on Metal
12 Carved Soapstone Mini Boxes
Hand Carved Wooden Hummingbird - Blue
Mount Herman Redwood Canopy Tour for 2
Vulture Vase
Set of 6 Hand Sewn Fabric Animals From Uganda
Hand Carved Wooden Hummingbirds - Red
2 Framed Vulture Prints
Dinner for 2 at The Bench, Pebble Beach
Hahn Family Wines - ATV Tasting Tour for 2
Passionfish gift certificate, Pacific Grove CA
VWS merchandise, 10SPAN wine, Nothing Bundt Cake gift card
Annie Glass - 15" Large Salad Bowl
Nepenthe Restaurant gift certificate, Big Sur CA
Peter H Ring Limited Edition Engraving - Framed Barred Owl
Carved Agate Stone and Onyx Vulture
Ruth Bancroft Seashell Collection
Float like Sea Otters on a Double Kayak, Monterey/Moss Landing
Wood Carved Vulture Figurine
Kraftwerk  - Electronic Music Band Box Set
Hand Carved Bird Mobile
The Sardine Factory gift certificate, Monterey CA
Morgan Winery - 2017 Twelve Clones Pinot Noir (3 bottles)
Earrings as light as Butterfly Wings
Vulture Print Art
Rosine's Restaurant gift certificate, Monterey CA
Go Pro
Blue Embroidered Purse from Thailand
Morgan Winery - 2015 Highland Chardonnay Magnum 
Green Embroidered Purse from Thailand
Roaring Camp Railroad gift certificate, Felton CA
Bread Warmer - "Birds of a Feather"
Storrs Winery and Vineyard - Wine Tasting for 4
Hand Sewn Fabric Animal Mobile From Uganda
Bella's Sewing Studio - Sewing for 2, Monterey CA
Alta Bakery and Cafe gift certificate
Nothing Bundt Cake, $50 gift card
Black Coach Hand Bag
Pier 39 Fun Pack, San Francisco CA
Mid Valley Pet Spa gift certificate, Carmel CA
Two Egyptian friezes
Katy's Place gift certificate, Carmel CA
Kraftwerk - Autobahn, 1974 vinyl record
Silvestri - 2017 Carmel Valley State Wines
Parker-Lusseau Pastries Gift Certificate
Amate Bark Light Fixture
49er Hall of Fame Football
Golden Festival Set of 2 candle holders
Handmade Duct Tape Wallet
Jane Goodall Quote and Photo Collage
Willie McCovey, SF Giants, Hand Signed Inscribed Baseball
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Bangle with White Sapphires
Pele Soccer "Bicycle Kick" Hand Signed Photo
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Drop Necklace in Canary Crystal
Sterling Silver Bangle in Canary Crystal
Custom Framed Ferrari License Plate
Classic Tennis Bracelet
Silver Twinkles Twist Crescent Bangle with Swarovski Crystals
Custom Framed Leopard Photo
Sterling Silver Bangle in Black Onyx and White Topaz
Kate Spade Black Crossbody Bag
Yellow Gold Plated Crystal Multi Band Cuff
TRAVEL PACKAGES:
Greece and Greek Islands Odyssey
Iceland-Adventures in Ice & Fire
Castles of Ireland
Tropical Costa Rica for 2

Supporters and In-Kind Donations

Thank you to our 2020 Sponsors and In-Kind Donors
Please help show your support to our community partners throughout the year!

49ers
Alta Bakery and Cafe
Alvarado Street Brewery 
AmFund
Annie Glass
Antonio Balestreri
Bella's Studio
Bernardus Winery​
​Big Sur Food & Wine Festival
​Cannery Row Company
Alison Cook
​Dan Green
Estéban Restaurant
Hahn Family Wines
​Holman Ranch​
​​Mark Holsapple
​Tim Huntington/webnectar
Isa Catto Studio
​The Isle of Her
Steve Johnson
Katy's Place
​KSBW8
Marchesa Jewelry

​​Mid Valley Pet Spa
Carla Montague
Monterey Bay Kayaks
Monterey Signs
Kerry Morris
​Kathy Musial
Nepenthe Restaurant
Susie Newcomb
​Oakland Zoo
​Passionfish
Pebble Beach Company
​Pier 39
​Meehan Rasch
Roaring Camp Railroads
Rosine's Restaurant
The Sardine Factory
​Seabreeze Inn & Cottages
Sierra Hot Springs
SkinHappy MD
Point Sur State Historic Park
Storrs Winery & Vineyards
The Wine Group

​PAST EVENT