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7/18/2018

 Wildlife 101-presented by GOLD Certified C.R.O.W.

Have you ever come across wildlife in “distress” during a tour but did not know the appropriate steps to help? Florida is home to more than 700 terrestrial animals and other invertebrates, and they all depend on our sustainable recreational practices to survive. From posturing to vocalizations, animals communicate in a variety of ways and, at times, indicate their need for human assistance. Whether it is deterring visitors from feeding birds on the beach or detaching a pelican from fishing line in the mangroves, this program will cover wildlife rescue assessment as well as appropriate handling and restraint techniques for ecotour providers and environmental enthusiasts alike!
 
Bio – 
Rachel Rainbolt is the Development & Education Coordinator for the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc. (CROW) on Sanibel Island. She is a Certified Interpretive Guide through the National Association for Interpretation and is an active member for the Calusa Herpetological Society and Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife. Rachel manages all in-house and outreach education programs for CROW, and she promotes community partnerships with local groups and agencies to support the long-term conservation of Southwest Florida.  

 

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