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WILDLIFE CENTER OF VIRGINIA
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April 13, 2012
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I started watching the WCV cam when the Norfolk eaglets arrived after their mother was killed by an airplane. I now watch everyday and have learned so much about wildlife, their care and how each one of us can help. Ths staff is wonderful and have made the center the best in this country. I now know how important is the way we live our lives . Our foolishness does hurt wildlife and the Center is the reason I now live my life more wildlife friendly.
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April 13, 2012
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In less than one year, I have learned more from the staff and volunteers at Wildlife Center of Virginia about practical ways to respect native wildlife than I can reiterate. I have learned to not throw out apple cores onto roadways and have assimilated other legal and factually-based perspectives regarding the environment and its creatures through the integrity of WCV. Just when it seems my learning is sated, WVC shares more from their wealth of expertise.
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April 13, 2012
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WCV is the most remarkable site I have ever been on. The entire staff is so professional, caring, and is also very in tune with their fans. Not enough can be said about WCV, they are just #1 in my book and I am sure in a lot of other books too.
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April 12, 2012
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Up until I heard of the WCV last April, I didn't really give deep thought to the birds I see soaring in the air or to possums hit on the road or to even recycling in general. Sure, I'd see the birds in the sky but didn't really care what they were, how they ate, etc. They were living in "their" world and I was living in "my" world. Boy did my thoughts change when WCV rehabbed 3 orphaned eaglets and I would tune into their cam and online blog daily. I can now identify the different birds in the sky and wonder if they have a nest nearby or know they are probably in the area because of food or maybe even migrating. I've become a member of a local non-profit and now enjoy climbing the moutain to watch the various raptors migrate. I've also learned something as simple as NOT to throw an apple core out the car window even though in my eyes, "it is biodegradable". This apple core will draw a mouse onto the road which in turn may draw a hawk or an owl onto the road where their lives are put in danger. I've also learned not to feed bread to ducks and other birds. The bread is just empty calories to them and can cause devastating bone diseases. I've learned that just the smallest amount of lead ingested by raptors can cause lead poisoning and lead to death in a short time. I've also become the recycling monster at home. I now recycle cans, jars, jugs, cardboard, newspapers, plastic bags and anything else that I can find another purpose for other than throwing it in the trash. The education that I've gotten from the WCV has made me a better person to wildlife and the Earth. This valuable education will be passed on to my daughters. If only everyone could learn half as much as what I've learned from the WCV, nature and wildlife would be better off tenfold!
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April 12, 2012
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The Wildlife Center of Virginia entered my life last April 2011 when they welcomed the three eaglets from NBG and nurtured them so they could be released back to the wild. My life has been changed; my outlook on wildlife has been expanded and I know I'm a better person because of it. They do such amazing work for any animal that happens to come their way needing help. I've learned so much and have shared my knowledge with anyone who will listen (and sometimes even with those who don't!) It's been a wonderful educational experience; one that I know will continue. I am so grateful for this whole experience. I can't imagine my day not starting without checking in with the WCV.
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April 12, 2012
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This is one of the very few non-profit organizations to which I donate because of both its mission and its caring. The educational benefits are tremendous and the work they perform far exceeds expectations. It is a most worth cause.
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April 12, 2012
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Wildlife Center of Virginia, one of my favorite non-profit organizations. Dedicated staff and personnel have outstanding job of teaching the general public about wildlife, the good side as well as the sad but true side. I am truely proud of my association with WCV and will continue my support.
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April 11, 2012
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The Wildlife Center of Virginia entered my life last April when 3 young bald eagles arrived on their doorstep, along with their admiring web-cam 'family'. My students and I had been following the eaglets through the web-cam and were devastated when they were removed. Our school became involved through a "Penny War", which raised $213.48 in one week! My 5th grade students and I adopted one of their education ambassadors and through the WCV Critter Cam moderated dicussion, my students have been learning about owls, wildlife, and the careers associated with wildlife rehabilitation. They have also become aware of the wildlife around them in our small community and are becoming pro-active about wildlife. With the guidance, information, and assitance of WCV's Outreach coordinators, I have taken my students beyond the textbook while incorporating and teaching the state standards. I have been able to use this information in reading, writing, math, science, and social studiees. The "Cam in the Classroom" sessions have provided a wealth of information to my students while proving "You're never to old to learn!"
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April 11, 2012
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I became aware of the Wildlife Center of Virginia on April 27, 2011 after the mother eagle at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens was killed by a plane and her three eaglets were removed from the nest and taken to WCV. From day one, the staff at WCV went above and beyond to help everyone understand why the eaglets were removed from the nest and what WCV were doing for them. They built a nest for the eagles and within a few days had a live video cam and moderated chat up and running. They answered many questions and handled criticism with professionalism and compassion. They continually provided updates on the eaglets. Since the eaglets' release, WCV has featured other animals on the critter cam. They provide "Cam in the Classroom" sessions for school children as well as community education programs featuring their education ambassador animals. WCV is honest. They don't share just the "happy" outcomes; they explain why an animal can't be released or has to be euthanized. I have learned so much from WCV and am now more aware of what impact my actions have on wildlife and the environment. I respect and admire each staff member and volunteer at the Wildlife Center of Virginia for their care of all wildlife, great and small.
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April 11, 2012
3 people found this review helpful
I became aware of the amazing Wildlife Center of Virginia last year when the orphaned eagles were transferred there from the Norfolk Botanical Gardens. The WCV took in the eagles, promptly provided live web-cam coverage of their care and a moderated blog to provide "blow-by-blow" coverage of their care and progress. They expanded this web cam to cover other patients and now reach thousands of people around the world with an informative and vastly entertaining education on environmental awareness and wildlife, appealing to fans of all ages. This organization has been an expert on wildlife for many years, training veterinarians and interns from around the world. It is one of the most well-managed and innovative nonprofits I have ever seen, with an openness and accountability for funds received that is rare, with low administrative and fundraising costs. Ed Clark travels throughout the United States and the world providing his expertise wherever needed. The staff has been tireless in welcoming visitors to their facility (I took my granddaughter to an Open House last year - she loved it, too!), keeping us "in the loop" about all the patients, and responding to donations with personal letters of appreciation. All this is done with great good humor, friendliness, and kindness - it's a remarkable place!
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