January 22, 2019

Wildlife Rescue Basics

Calendar
When:
February 9, 2019 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
2019-02-09T08:30:00-06:00
2019-02-09T12:00:00-06:00
Where:
Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, Cecilia Riley Avian Conservation Science Center
299 TX-332
Lake Jackson, TX 77566
USA
Cost:
Free
Contact:
979-849-0184
Course

Image result for gulf coast wildlife rescue logoTopics Include:

  • Learn how you can volunteer and help the wildlife rehabilitation effort in the Brazoria/ Matagorda County areas.
  • What to do if you find an injured or orphaned wild animal. (First aid, safety, handling techniques for birding and mammals)
  • Overview of wildlife rehabilitation… including the role of rehabilitators and volunteers, how to become a wildlife rehabilitator, and state and federal wildlife laws
  • How to peacefully coexist with wildlife (i.e., how to rid your attic of squirrels or raccoons, how to deal with nuisance animals)
  • Learn about birds of prey (hawks and owls) and see live educational birds

Advanced registration is required. To register, call 979-849-0184.