“When we return wild animals to nature, we merely return them to what is already theirs. For Man cannot give wild animals freedom, they can only take it away.”
Badger Run Wildlife Rehab -
This is the small but mighty wildlife rehab center that I work with in Southern Oregon.
Learn more about our ambassadors and leave a donation
Animal Help Now -
Found Injured or Orphaned Wildlife? This is hands down the easiest way to locate a Wildlife Rehabber in your area if you are in the USA. Just pop in your zip code and it will list the nearest licensed Wildlife Rehabbers.
Window Strike Prevention Article by Cornell Lab of Ornithotomy with helpful tips on preventing window strikes and learning why they occur in the first place
Window Gems - Window Strike Prevention done beautifully. I just happen to know one of the co-founders of this little company that is doing great things to help prevent bird fatalities and injuries.
Great Info for Cat owners.
Lots of workable solutions to help keep your cat from contributing to the loss of wildlife in your area.
Raptors are the Solution
A great resource to learn more about the damage rodenticides do and what other options are out there. Great printable resources to share with your community to raise awareness as well.
Nest Watch is a terrific resource for finding out what makes a safe & healthy birdhouse, finding DIY plans and specs for multiple species, and learning how to monitor nest sites.
IWRC - The IWRC is where I did a good portion of my training to become a wildlife rehabber. They have great resources, classes, and are a great organization to donate to.
NWRA - Looking to join the field or wonder what it takes to be a Wildlife Rehabber? Here is a great place to start.
Information on glyphosate and alternatives to using this weed killer that has been linked to many damaging factors brought to you by Consumer Notice
3 billion birds - Don’t be overwhelmed we can all do something that could mean the world to one individual and that is enough to be well worth it! Here are 7 simple and doable things to help birds in your area -
Safe Hummingbird Nectar Recipe.
The only one you should use.
eBird is a wonderful and free resource to identify and learn about birds. It can also be downloaded as an app to track your life list. Online you can see ranges, hotspots and search for species you want to encounter - and much more
OREGON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE - This page features a list of registered wildlife rehabbers for the state of Oregon. AHnow.org will work nation wide if you aren’t in Oregon.
dbird - Although it may be a bit macabre reporting deceased birds can help scientist track trends, focus in on hazards and in the end even save lives.
Release days really are the best days.