Chirp Celebrates Its Third Year In Business

On November 5th, 2021, over 150 people visited Chirp’s Backyard Event Center to celebrate the 3rd Hatchiversary. Warmed by spiced cider and bird-friendly coffee, wild-bird enthusiasts and nature-lovers alike gathered outside for Chirp’s grandest celebration yet.

Guests gather in Chirp's Backyard Event Center
Chirp’s 3rd Hatchiversary Begins

Happy Bird-day, Chirp!

Chirp Nature Center began as an experiment 3 years ago with a single pop-up tent at the local Farmer’s Market. Since then, Chirp’s efforts to connect people to nature using wild birds as inspiration have led to a thriving business in the Big Bear Lake’s West Village. As guests mingled, The MountainTop Strings of California and “Singing for the Birds” artists performed bird-themed music in the backyard event center. To top off the evening, party-goers screened an exclusive interview between internationally acclaimed author, Richard Louv, and Chirp Owner, Randy Putz.

Guests enjoy live bird-themed music.
Nature-themed music was performed by The MountainTop Strings of California

An Exclusive Conversation With Richard Louv: Our Wild Calling

During the interview, Richard explained “Nature-Deficit Disorder,” a phrase coined in his book “Last Child in the Woods.” As Randall and Richard dug into “Our Wild Calling,” Richard revealed how connecting with animals can transform our lives and save theirs. Finally, Richard challenged listeners to pay attention and participate in Nature’s great conversation surrounding us. Watch the entire interview on Chirp’s Youtube channel or by clicking the video below. Signed copies of Richard’s books: Last Child in the Woods, Our Wild Calling, and The Nature Principle are still available at Chirp (while supplies last).

Treats, Sweets and Thank Yous

Owners Beth Wheat and Randall Putz were grateful to celebrate this milestone with the Big Bear Valley and made sure their guests didn’t leave the Hatchiversary empty-handed. In addition to hors d’eouvres and birthday cupcakes, guests received gift bags with Chirp exclusives as a thank you for the community’s ongoing support.

Chirp's Exclusive Hatchiversary Gifts
Exclusive Chirp thank you gifts lined the greeting table at Chirp’s Hatchiversary

Check out the photographs of guests, goodies, and a celebration worth squawking about.

  • Randall chats with guests
  • Treats and Sweets
  • Hatchiversary Birthday Cupcakes – Yum!
  • Beth welcoming guests
  • “Welcome to Chirp’s 3rd Hatchiversary”
  • Owners Randall and Beth
  • Shopping books and gifts
  • Smiling and celebrating together again!
  • An exclusive interview with Richard Louv
  • Holidays are here at Chirp
  • Beth and Tori singing for the birds
  • Celebrating A 3rd Hatchiversary
  • Testing birdwatching binoculars
  • Tessa and Fran – Chirp’s greeters
  • Catching up at Chirp
  • Chirp’s 3rd Hatchiversary Cupcakes
  • Laughing and having fun at Chirp
  • Grateful for our guests
  • Celebrating in Chirp’s backyard
Photos by Thea Limon

Chirp’s Newest Addition: A Backyard Event Center

Chirp looks forward to hosting more in-person events, like the Native American Eagle Dances, in their Backyard Event Center. Don’t miss Chirp’s upcoming wild-bird-related activities, or drop by Chirp (578 Bonanza Trail, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315) and see all the upgrades. Note the Backyard Event Center is available for rent and includes professional sound, lighting, and seating. For more details, email or call (888) 412-4477.

Watch the video to see a panoramic view of Chirp’s newly renovated Backyard Event Center