OC: Bird TLC

KNBA | By Kelly Brabec

Published September 3, 2026 at 9:48 AM AKDT

Laura Atwood | Bird TLC Executive Director

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Bird Treatment and Learning Center (Bird TLC) in Anchorage, Alaska, is a vital lifeline for injured and orphaned wild birds. Operating a statewide rescue network, the non-profit rehabilitates over 400 birds annually, flying in patients from remote villages and providing expert veterinary care with the goal of releasing them back into the wild. Laura Atwood, Executive Director of Bird TLC, shares more insight into their vital work.

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Kelly Brabec

Kelly grew up in the Midwest among farms and fertile soils. Outfitted with a B.A. in Communications and a minor in Film Studies, she moved to Nome, Alaska to work for KNOM, a community-driven, nonprofit radio station. There she became versed in local radio, holding a range of jobs from Program and Music Director to producer and on-air host. Every day she’s in awe of the connection and companionship only local radio provides. When not working, Kelly and her spouse happily spend their time traveling, appreciating the true wild, and creating artsy things.

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