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<div>Birds of Prey Northwest has long been a place of refuge, healing, and education. Nestled in St. Maries, Idaho, this raptor ranch exists to rescue, rehabilitate, and protect injured birds of prey—while also educating the public through ambassador birds who help tell their species’ stories. Every aviary, every perch, and every feathered life here represents dedication, compassion, and stewardship of the natural world.



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<div>I began volunteering at Birds of Prey Northwest simply wanting to help. What I didn’t expect was how deeply I would fall in love—with the birds, the mission, and the people who give everything they have to this work. These birds are not exhibits; they are teachers, survivors, and living symbols of resilience. Being close to them changes you.



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<div>In late December 2025, that sanctuary was forever altered.



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<div>A sudden and devastating windstorm tore through the area with winds reaching 75 miles per hour. In a matter of hours, multiple aviaries were destroyed. Structures that took years to build were ripped apart. Several education birds were injured, and tragically, some were lost. For those of us who know these birds by name, this loss is heartbreaking beyond words.



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<div>Now, Birds of Prey Northwest is facing the enormous task of rebuilding—restoring safe enclosures, repairing infrastructure, and continuing care for the birds who survived. <strong>This work cannot wait, and it cannot be done alone.</strong>



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<div>Your support directly helps rebuild aviaries, replace materials, and ensure that these birds once again have safe spaces to heal and educate. By giving, you are helping protect a mission that matters—not just to this community, but to the wild world we all share.



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<div>Thank you for standing with us in this moment. Together, we can rebuild what was lost—and honor the lives that depend on it.



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<div>October 23, 2025 - Over the last few months, Lance has been in and out of the hospital, but this time was released on hospice. His body is shutting down and he's transitioning to heaven. His wife, Kat and the rest of the family want to thank friends, family and community for their support in this time.
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<div>Lance Clifton, known for his humor, laughter and helping spirit, is bravely battling stage four metastatic abdominal cancer. His cancer was diagnosed last week and is progressing quickly. On November 23, 2024, his body developed a blockage; nothing could pass though and he began filling up with toxic fluids. He was rushed to the emergency room, where he was urgently transferred to Spokane. Lance is currently awaiting emergency surgery. Prayerfully, this will happen sometime this week. Lance will be in the hospital for at least three weeks. The plan is for Lance to have surgery to remove the blockage. Doctors feel this will help improve his chances of survival.
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<div>Being in an out of the hospital has caused an additional financial stress on the family, as now they have to pay for hotel and purchase premade meals. The family is humbly asking for your help during this trying time. First and foremost, please be in prayer for Lance, that he would be 100% healed and that the stress of all of this would be at a minimum, and if you can financially help, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your love, prayers, and support.
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