Red Creek Wildlife Center Inc

I feel lucky to be a volunteer with so many caring, dedicated and educated wildlife rehabbers. Each time I volunteer their devotion is clear. They make a difference everyday, for every animal. The volunteers are equally as dedicated.

Love love LOVE Redcreek and having the ability to help out such an incredible organization!

Red Creek always goes above and beyond to help out the animals they take in. They are all about rehabilitation and education.

All volunteers and staff at Red Creek Wildlife Center are whole-heartedly dedicated to helping all wildlife and work diligently to save every single critter that comes in the door. They are knowledgable, helpful, and kind to everyone seeking help with wildlife.

Red Creek Wildlife Center is a fantastic place where the people really care for all the animals that are entrusted to their care. Anytime I find any sick, injured, or orphaned wildlife I bring it to them and they are always so friendly and helpful!

They are amazing with what they do. Never had any bad experiences.

Red Creek is one of the best wildlife centers I've ever been in contact with. I came across an injured animal and they helped that animal get the help it needed. Their volunteers and staff are absolutely amazing and very friendly. They have made me feel welcome when taking the injured animal in and assured me that they would do anything they could possibly do to save it and they did.

Red Creek Wildlife Center is amazing! The staff was extremely informative and compassionate. You can really see that they love what they do and that they do it because they love animals. If you find an animal that needs help call them. They will even walk you through how to properly capture the animal to protect both the animal and your safety.

Red Creek Wildlife Center is ever so important in sharing important advice about abandoned, injured, or orphaned wildlife. When we discovered an obviously distressed lone baby squirrel in our yard we explained our situation in a phone call to Red Creek. They quickly gave us the answer: he needs help. We placed the youngster into a secure box along with a towel, and took him to Red Creek to receive the care he immediately required. Arriving at the Center, we were treated so nicely we felt like heroes, although the staff at Red Creek are the true super-heroes. Weeks later we got an update: baby had grown and thrived and was successfully released back to the natural world he deserves and belongs living in. The staff at Red Creek are specially educated and trained to properly care for wildlife in need. We knew he was in the best of hands. Thank you Red Creek!

Red Creek is comprised of a phenomenal, well-educated, caring, and experienced staff and volunteers. They do everything for the benefit of the wildlife. They provide the very best care and keep wildlife wild. As a former volunteer and presently a wildlife biologist, I will always recommend taking sick, injured, or orphaned Pennsylvania wildlife to Red Creek for the very best chance of staying healthy and wild.

I recently brought bunnies to this center and was very happy with how knowdgeable and caring the staff was. I left with the confidence, that the bunnies were being well taken care of and released when they were able to be on their own. I will definitely be taking any animals in need here again.

This place is amazing! So professional and knew their stuff! The girl who helped me was very nice and explained the whole process of rehabilitating and what was to happen to my little bunny. Hope the little guy makes it!

Red Creek is a great place filled with staff and volunteers that love what they do and care deeply for the animals. They do everything they can for any injured or orphaned wildlife brought into them and do a fantastic job. If you ever run into a situation and are not quite sure what to do, give them a call. The friendly, knowledgeable staff are willing to listen and lead you through the next steps.

Great place to take any injured or orphaned wildlife. The staff is so knowledgeable and friendly. They always try to help educate the public while also saving the wildlife in need.

The only center that stays open and finds a way to get things done when needed. Hard working staff with a professional attitude.

I interned at Red Creek for a summer during college and it was a great experience! I learned so much more about wildlife and got to find my passion in outdoor informal education! I hope to someday return the favor and be a volenteer!

Great place to take an injured wild animal. They are very caring and love to help the animal. They do whats best for the animal. Peggy seams super knowledgeable in her field, along with all the other staff.

Such a good rehab!!! The people who work here are hard-working and fair individuals who love all animals.

Red Creek consistently provides quality care for injured wildlife. even when other centers say they're full the folks at red creek will take in those animals in need of help. I've called other centers and been told that they can't help and to contact red creek to see if they have room.
they will always be a top recipient of my donations.

I was sitting on my deck with my dog Missy. She caught sight of a bunny nibbling clover. She took off in chase of the bunny who somehow managed to squeeze under the wire fence yard enclosure. Missy didn't hurt her but the escape apparently did. She could move her legs and try to run but was injured. After waiting a bit to see if she recovered I decided I needed to do something. I posted on FB and a few friends suggested Red Creek. So I gently placed the bunny in a box and off we went on a 40 minute drive from Berks County. When we arrived I took her in the office and the employees there immediately helped and assessed her condition. She suffered a small skin wound and a head and pelvis injury. She is healing there now and eating well. I thank Red Creek for being there to help. Regular vets don't take wild animals. I'll keep checking on her progress and hopefully she'll be released to continue her bunny life in the wild.

I came across five orphaned squirrels outside of my apartment in Ephrata that had fallen out of their nest. They were cold and disoriented, and a mother was nowhere to be found. I took them to Red Creek Wildlife Center and they were welcomed with open arms. We were informed then and there what their current health was and what will happen with them over the next few months. Highly recommend this nonprofit!!

I’v taken many different species of wildlife to Red Creek Wildlife Center. My latest was a male Eastern Box Turtle. I see many box turtles in my rural backyard, but this turtle was acting differently. He just sat in this one spot for the longest time. I went out to him and offered him some fresh tomato. He had his head tucked in his shell. He smelled it but didn’t eat any of it. After about an hour, I went back out again, that’s when I saw that both his ears had abscesses. I knew he had to go to Red Creek Wildlife Center. My husband and I dropped him off. I knew he was in excellent hands. Kat was in charge of reptiles. He was there a month. I called with his case number and was updated on his condition. It was exactly a month when I got the phone call to pick him up. Turtles need to go back to their original territory. I was so happy he was abscess free. I see him like every third day making his way across the backyard to get some water in a creek. He takes his time with life. I offer cantaloupe, tomatoes, raspberries and bananas. He eats something every time I see him, then he goes on his merry way. Red Creek Wildlife Center did a fantastic job with him.

I live in Central NY ( more specifically Rome, NY) and have called Red Creek when I have found sick or young animals when I haven't been able to get in touch with a local rehabber in my area They have helped me through a crisis until I have been able to get the animal to a local rehabber. Without their assistance these animals would not have had the chance to live.
Who would have thought they would give help so far away!

this past winter around dinner time my dogs were barking insanely.....I looked out to see a BIG beautiful raccoon sitting at my front step....he was there for hours and at times all buroughed up.....I felt so bad, I wanted to bring him in. but everyone was like call and have him shot, he must have rabies.....even though I knew that was NOT always true, that they have rabies if they are out in the day. I took him/her out dog food and he gobbled it all up. My neighbor told me about red creek, I called and they told me they couldnt come that night, but if he were there in the morning to call them and they would come. My kids told me they saw him at 1am sleeping on my door mat. well the next morning I didnt see him , thinking he was ok. Till I saw pics of him posted on fb posted by my neighbor that he made his way up the street laying behind a truck on the street. SO she called and they were on their way. Then a cop came...I told him dont you dare shoot him......they are coming to get him....it doesnt mean he has rabies!!! so the cop called them to confirm they were coming. And they did...they got him into a tote very easily. I had called about him as he was always on my mind! I fell in love with the poor thing....I knew he needed help. they say he must have been clipped by a car....slight leg injury maybe some head trama....maybe the reason he never hissed at me for feeding him nor did he ever try to come at me as I was 6 inches away from him. they nursed him back to health....he had NO rabies....and posted pics of him being released somewhere safe! I am forever grateful to them!!!!! I have tears in my eyes writing this....as I am a country girl who grew up playing with moles...and try to help any living creature...heck I even stop for turtles and put them somewhere safe!!!! Thank you again redcreek...you are AMAZING!!! keep up the fantastic work!!!!!!!!

Last summer I found a wounded fawn wandering around my house/yard. At the time, I did not know that she had been attacked. After checking with the local game commission office for help, they referred me to Red Creek Wildlife Rehab. It was a 45 minute plus drive to the facility but I needed to try and help this poor thing. Upon arrival, they immediately unloaded her from the crate and started working on her. Sadly, she died the next day because her injuries were worse than I had thought. I was impressed with their facility and preparedness for whatever walks through that door. After my experience with them, I wouldn't hesitate to help another creature in distress.................

In September of 2013, I was driving home when I noticed a large bird down in road. I thought I saw it move, so I turned around. I was able to get it home, and my husband had done a search and found Red Creek Wildlife. We called and they said they could check the hawk. We drove down and we were met outside. The volunteer cradled the bird out of the car and said it had a fractured rib and a possible concussion. I was given a case # and I would call every month to check on his progress. They gladly gave me updates until the day that my hawk was released. I take comfort knowing that this organization exists.

red creek rescue does great,awesome work. love how they share their story with the rescues. they save alot of beautiful animals, with compassion. very well liked in the community. can call on them anytime. i thank red creek for all they do. i don't have money to donate so i hope this helps!

I worked for a doctor who found a Great Horned Owl (he named him Joey) so cute, on his back porch. He took the owl to Red Creek Wildlife ctr and they told him the owl had lyme dse. The took the owl and cared for it and the owl was released after it was all better.
Red Creek Wildlife center are such wonderful caring people and I do not know what we would do with them to care for all these wild animals.

While having a blue spruce tree cut down, a squirrel nest fell to the ground. Inside were several babies. We placed the nesting material and babies a short distance away in the shade (it was an extremely hot day). Waited several hours for mom to come back. Didn't happen. The babies were getting distressed. Called Red Creek up, they said bring them right away. Wasn't sure they'ed make it. When we arrived, a young man (compared to my wife and I) took the squirrels and our information. He then showed us some of the rescues in the front room and told us their stories. We were contacted several times with updates (and if I remember properly, a couple of pictures) on the squirrels progress, and informed of their release. This occurred a while ago. Since then, the center has kept us abreast of their progress and rescues. The times we have contacted the center , the people have been kind and friendly. Seems to be a great crew. Thanks to all and keep up the great work.

Everyone at this rescue is wonderful and so dedicated. I have brought them a robin nestling and also an injured robin fledging and they rehabbed and released both of them. I appreciated being able to call in and check on the birds' progress. I live 1.5 hours from Red Creek but I will gladly make the drive with an injured bird or animal because I know they will give the very best care available.

Late last summer my husband found a baby squirrel in the street after a storm. I wrapped it in a towel and noticed she was bleeding from the nose. I put her out hoping mommy would come for her. They just walked past her. I guess because she was injured. It was getting late so I decided to keep her overnight. She wouldn't eat and I was afraid she wouldn't make it to morning. Surprise, there she was wiggling in her blanket. We called ahead to Red Creek and they were ready for her when we got there. She was one of six babies squirrels they wintered inside. We could call and find out how she was doing. Which was really nice. I was amazed at all the animals they were taking care of and now follow on Facebook.
It's great to see the videos of releases back to the wild. I know that little squirrel is out there running around and climbing trees thanks to the folks at Red Creek.

Found a baby raccoon severely weak and dehydrated. I called Red Creek and they gave me instructions on how to handle the baby and they were ready when I arrived to help. I was even able to get a case number for updates. Thank goodness for Red Creek and their great staff!

I live in Central NY, couldn't find a wildlife rehabilitator for a Red Tail Hawk to take the bird. I called Red Creek and was given several phone numbers of rehabilitators to call, one led me to a localish lady who I was able to take the hawk to. They could have easily told me "sorry, can't help you as we only deal with Pa. wild life, but they went above and beyond to get the hawk the help it needed.

Thank you so much Red Creek Wildlife Center for always being so kind & always willing to help out all the precious little one that I have brought to you that were hurt or in danger! Thank You, Tammy Al-Ololla

I've used Red Creek for a few years when a local bird rescuer suggested them for an injured pigeon I found. They are so caring & wonderful. Pigeons aren't exactly a bird most would care to rescue, but they nnoy only did but ran tests to determine it was literally starving to death. They helped him & I got daily updates. Since then I've taken a few other injured or abandoned babies, all receiving top notch care. What Red Creek does is near & dear to my heart. They care about all wildlife & offer the best care, all for free (even though I donate)!

They are always polite, caring and helpful. I have taken many animals to them over the years. I’m so very grateful that this wonderful place exists!

They met me at 11pm to take in a swan that wasn’t flying... they are dedicated at every hour of the day!

I have taken many wildlife here for over 10 years and I'm always impressed. Great staff, hardworking, always going the extra mile. They've grown over the years too and work so hard educating the public and training new rehabbers. Top notch place!

Peggy and her staff, along with an army of dedicated volunteers, go above and beyond to connect people with wildlife education. Red Creek Wildlife is a GEM to the community promoting wildlfe conservation education and outreach to the youngest children to lifelong learners. Red Creek has rehabbed countless animals and do any amazing job at providing opportunities for the public to learn more about the wildlife in their community.

Red Creek has the most caring and hardworking volunteers. I have worked with them many times. They are always willing to help you whether you are a fellow volunteer or client with an injured animal.

Every time I’ve found wildlife they return my calls and are extremely helpful with finding the right course of action for the specific animal I’ve come across. I’ve taken them reptiles, mammals, and most of all, birds. Their classes are great too.

Red creek wildlife center is awesome! We have attended many events at the center and learned a lot about ways to help wildlife in our area.
I also have taken an injured barn swallow to them as well as baby bunnies that were discovered by my neighbors beagle. They were wonderful, even updating us on how the bunnies were doing. I can’t say enough about this great organization!

I read the book Lucky dog and at the end of the book it told me how I could help. I thought would like to volunteer. So that is my story.

Red Creek Wildlife Center has been doing amazing work for many, many years. They are available at all times to rescue or take in injured animals of all types. Their success stories are many. We are fortunate to have them in Schuylkill County.

I am so happy I was told about Red Creek Wildlife Center! I had no idea something like this was available in this area!! I would find small injured animals and try to help them myself with few successes, but now the animals can get the attention they need... by knowledgeable people.
Each time I've needed help, they have always been there, no matter what time or what day.
So grateful to have them here!

Red Creek Wildlife Center, no matter how busy they are, always give the animal the utmost care and attention. When I have called with questions, or come in with injured creatures, they are always available. Red Creek Wildlife Center is top notch, and the animals best interest, as it should be, is always paramount.
Red Creek is nothing short of amazing and inspiring. The wild animals and the human community are blessed to have them.

We brought a hawk that was injured to the Red Creek Wildlife Center. The poor hawk flew into a window and was stunned. The wonderful people at the Red Creek Wildlife Center helped us to get this bird safely to their center. They even took the time to talk to us about the bird and let us know when he was released into the wild. It's so refreshing to meet people who devote their time to helping the helpless. The volunteers at Red Creek Wildlife Center are heroes and we are blessed to have them in our community.

I was never so happy to find this place after chasing a cat away from a baby bird only to realize it was injured before I got there. They were so kind to me over the phone while trying to help me with that little guy till I could get him up there to them.
They again helped me when I sadly found a tiny baby opossum still trying to nuzzle into its dead mother fur. She had been hit by a car. They told me what to do for this little guy until I would be able to make the long drive to get him to them and keep going back to see if I could find any other babies from the litter. When I got him there they had other baby opossums that he could be placed with so he wouldn't be raised alone.
I am so grateful that these people are so dedicated to helping the sick and injured wildlife recover and be able to live out their intended lives. I am also grateful that they are able to assess the ones that cannot and are able to compassionately and peacefully help them over to the other side to end their suffering if there is nothing left for them but an agonizing and prolonged death.
There was another incident that I had been taking another injured bird to them and on the way I saw a car in front of me maliciously hit a poor groundhog. It broke my heart to see him try to drag himself the rest of the way across the road with his front legs. I took him right along with the bird to these wonderful people who were able to help end this poor animals suffering gently and compassionately. Proving to me that there still are decent, compassionate people left in the world.
Every time I ever needed them to help me with an animal they were right there willing to help. These are truly angels from God put on this earth that work at this facility.

Great wildlife organization in our area. Can't say enough about the great things they do for the injured animals in this area.

I was recently bitten by a young outdoor stray cat I was caring for. She had lost the use of her rear legs. I decided to take her into the vet to get checked out. As I tried to pick her up she bite me. I immediately washed the bite and realized maybe she had rabies and that's why she couldn't walk. I looked up symptoms of rabies and that was one of them. I called my vet and they didn't know what to do, only go to my doctor immediately. I went to my doctor and he had no clue what to do. I was very worried because I might have contracted rabies and no professional could tell me what steps to take or treat me. That's when I called Red Creek Wildlife Center because I knew they would know what to do because they are trained and State certified to handle animals that carry rabies. They told me exactly who to call and I was able to get the information I needed. I am very grateful for their help.

I found out about Red Creek years ago when I found some baby bunnies that were displaced from their nest when my neighbor was mowing. Since then I've taken them baby birds, bunnies, and a pigeon with a broken wing. I don't know what I would have done or where I would have taken these animals without Red Creek. Thank you.

I have taken a juvenile red tail hawk that had been shot and wound up on my property. I also have taken a dove that had an injured wing. They are great at Red Creek, very caring and compassionate. I make a monthly donation, through paypal. I'm glad that that they are here.

RED CREEK WILDLIFE CENTER has helped me for the last 5+ years!! First a baby bat was found in our yard .... then 2 baby robins fell out of their nest because we're assuming their Mom was killed by a cat .... and a handful of other birds we found injured ~ Peggy and her amazing crew ALWAYS helped them back and released each and every one of them!!! They are miracle workers!! :) I recommend them to my friends all the time when they find injured wildlife.

I found a baby squirrel on the ground barely moving and completely covered in fly eggs. I found some local numbers to call for help and didn't get a response from anyone. I then called a local animal emergency hospital. They gave me as much help as they could over the phone. I didn't know what to do for this poor little thing. I spent about an hour removing the fly eggs, then I took a picture of "Edwin" and put it on Facebook. I immediately got a response from someone telling me about Red Creek. I called immediately, left a message, and got a call back in 5-10 minutes. They asked if I could bring him in to the center now. It was around 7:30 on a Sunday evening. We are an hour away and got him there around 9:00pm. As soon as we arrived, someone took Edwin and immediately gave him fluids and put him in an incubator. While that was going on, another person was taking my info and she knew I was very upset. She took my hand and comforted me. She let me now that they would do everything they could for him. I just really wanted Edwin to be ok. They were honest with me and said his chances were not so good. I was given a case number and told I could call anytime and check on him. I called the next morning and he made it through the night. I called later that day and he was still doing ok. I called everyday for I think a week, and each time he was getting better. The last call I made I was told that Edwin was completely recovered and had been moved to be with other squirrels, and he should be released in November. :) I was so happy! Each time I called, the people I spoke with took their time with me, explained things to me. They never made me feel like I was bothering them. They all really truly care. I am so grateful for all the people at Red Creek. They are truly AMAZING!

We had an injured rabbit running around in our yard.We had no idea on what to do but couldnt let it go so we called Red Creek and they told us to bring it to them.They were awesome and we checked back a week later and they told us when they were going to release it back to the wild.I also watch many of their release videos.These people go the extra mile for the animals.God Bless them all.

When I was a Scout Leader you came to put on a program for the Scouts and it was a great program. My son got to hold a Great-horned Owl and the part wolf dog was so neat.
Thank you so much, Jackie Sloan

Red Creek saved some ducks and a bird for me. I wouldn't take the little fellas anywhere else!

I used Red Creek twice this year. On the first occasion I found a baby squirrel in my yard. I contacted Red Creek and they told me that they would take him if I could transport him. When I got there someone was waiting for me and took custody of the squirrel. She even took time to explain what would happen during his time there. The second time I used Red Creek was in the course of my employment. As a police officer I sometimes come in contact with injured wildlife. I was working one day and got a call about an injured hawk. We contacted Red Creek and they provided instructions on how to contain and capture the bird and then responded to pick him up. They are an outstanding organization that provides a valuable service to our area.

We found a baby robin thrown to the ground along with it's nest in a severe storm. We called and were told to come on in, we drove one hour and a half and we were greated at the door and assured our baby bird would be well cared for. The staff was caring, compassionate and reassuring. a great experience!
We received an email that evening reassuring us that the baby bird was doing fine.

Back in June I found an injured chipmunk on the road. I believe he had a concussion. I called every rehabber I could find within an hour drive of where we live. Some gave me great info of what to do in case I couldn't find someone to take the chipmunk that night and two of them suggested I call Red Creek. I called and left a message and within an hour or so, I got a call back. I was told I could bring the chipmunk up that night but it was already late so we made arrangements to bring it to Red Creek the next night. When we got there, one of the volunteers assured us they would be able to help. Peggy even came to see their first chipmunk of the season and we felt very comfortable that the chipmunk was in good hands. They gave us a card with a case number on it so we could check on the chipmunk's progress which made us feel even better still. When we called over the next few days, we were given details about little Chippy and the fact that he was eating and drinking and getting better, until 4 days later when he was all healed and released back into the wild. We are so very grateful Red Creek exists and that there are such wonderful caring people helping those who can't help themselves and also helping to train those who also want to learn to do the same! Thank you Red Creek!

Red Creek Wildlife is simply amazing. They work with virtually any local species -- furred and winged -- and the number of "clients" they rehab is astonishing. This facility has a dedicated staff who accept intakes and welcome questions at all hours and in crazy situations. People in my community drive over an hour to reach Red Creek, and are happy to do so because of the quality of care the wildlife receive. The staff works diligently to educate the general public about habitats, animal activities, and emergencies. I donate to Red Creek because I know that every dollar is judiciously spent on animal care, facility improvement, rehab release, or educational programs, and I can see the results in their release videos and frequently posted photographs.

I have never taken an injured animal to Red Creek, but am familiar with their work. The training provided to the public is tremendous. I have attended numerous training/information sessions and have seen the attention paid to detail. Red Creek regularly reintroduces wildlife back to the wild, often while the public watches. I have never heard a negative word about this group.

I have watched Red Creek grow and develop over the past 16 years. They serve the community very well, taking care of an incredible variety of animals. These animals all receive the care to make it to a full recovery and are released, or are transitioned into an education role and become part of presentations. The creativity of the head and volunteers provides for the best care injured wildlife could hope to receive.

I have taken several injured birds to Red Creek and Peggy and her staff are absolutely wonderful. What is so great about this organization is you can call and they are always willing to help you and the injured animal get to them. Plus, I have also been to several of their visits to Hawk Mountain and learned a lot about birds. Peggy's knowledge is unbelievable.

I have taken numerous injured wild animals to Red Creek. They have such a wealth of knowledge and do a fantastic job of educating the public. The fact that they service such a huge region is simply amazing and inspiring. I am so grateful for all they do to help our wildlife.

Over the years I have taken many animals to Red Creek Wildlife Center. They include baby possums, young rabbits, an owl, injured squirrels, and injured birds. They are very helpful and understanding. I had the chance to see the baby possums before they were released, very cool. I am so glad this place exists.

I found a hurt mourning dove in the parking garage where I work. Poor thing had hurt both wings. I brought it home to see if it would make it through the night. I know I couldn't properly take care of the bird so I called Red Creek and told my story. They said I could bring it right in so they could take a look. The girl working that night was great with the bird and with us. She was very understanding and gave us information on checking later on to see how the bird was doing. I did call a week later to find out the bird was doing well and was expected to be ok after a rest. They do such a great job with hurt and sick animals. More people like them are needed.

I work at Easton Hospital, Easton PA and when we had a storm a group of bunnies were washed out of their home. One was lucky enough to survive. So, we took him into the ER and the nurses and other staff decided to try and help him out but I found that a bit scary so I searched and searched for someone to help and I found someone. The someone I found was a lovely lady that volunteers at Red Creek Wildlife. She drove 45 minutes to come rescue Peter Rabbit, the name she gave our little bunny. What a relief it was to know that he went off in capable hands to heal him. She called with an update a week or so later just to let me know that he was doing fine! Ha That is DEDICATION! I was so impressed. Honestly where else can you find such amazing ppl?? THANK YOU!!!

Oh before I forget, I have recommended Red Creek Wildlife to many people and everyone was amazed at how wonderful their staff is.

Did I say thank you yet?? THANK YOU AGAIN!

I've taken a few critters here and they are the best! Even give you ID numbers to contact back and check on the critter you delivered. They were always willing to help.

I love Red Creek!!! They do awesome work with the wild life!!! Our rescue donated blankets to them to help with the animals!!! Great work!!!!

I adore the folks at REDCREEK. I have taken many animals to them over the years. Some I rescued some, my neighbors have rescued and some I snatched away from my cat. THey have always called me back within minutes and always have said to bring the animal or bird. I have watched the center grow and only get better and LOVE the new website. Everyone there know exactly what they are doing and will help you have a place to bring the animals so they can heal with expert help. Call them anytime.!!!!

I am a veterinarian and met Peggy and Morrie many years ago. They are dedicated to their craft and are among the most knowledgeable wildlife professionals I have met. Peggy has written a wildlife manual and gives lectures on a regular basis. Her fund raising techniques are among the best and she also lectures about those. Peggy and Morrie are good people and have built a wonderful organization that really cares for wildlife and their environment.

I have known Peggy and Morrie from Red Creek Wildlife for many many yearsI have seen them go through good times and bad times but no matter what happened their love for these animals always shines through! They have devoted their whole life to caring for these injured animals but also teaching the public on how to deal with injured and sick animals which is very important! Their dream is to open a school and nature center to educate the public about wildlife and I know that will happen because of their love and devotion to Red Creek Wildlife !Schuylkill county is so lucky to have them here and I hope we never lose them! Thank you Red Creek Wildlife Center for everything you do for us!!!!

I needed to complete a graduation project for my high school, so I signed up at redcreek to complete my hours. I knew about redcreek from past experiences with them, because not only did I volunteer there I was a client, I had brought, and still bring, wild animals to redcreek because I know they will be taken care of, and everyone at redcreek is amazing and dedicates so much of their time to helping the wildlife and to educating others about it as well. I was at some of their shows before volunteering and while volunteering I helped with another educational event. The volunteers at redcreek are like a family and work really hard to keep the center running at its best.

I am a public school teacher whose school provides a week long outdoor environmental education camp for sixth graders every year in Schuykill County. For the past six years Red Creek Wildlife Center has presented a program to our campers. The presence of the live animals, the stories of their life journey that brought them to Red Creek, and Morrie and Peggy's superb, knowledgeable, informative talk keeps 100+ students spellbound! Every child should have the chance to experience their service to our native (and sometimes non-native) wildlife.

I was up cleaning my yard after Hurricane Irene and came across a 5-week old squirrel that was covered with flies and maggot eggs. I thought she was dead but heard her squeak and saw her move. I brought her down to the house and cleaned out as many of the eggs as possible. Then I went on a website to see what to do. I realized this was too much for me to handle so I clicked on a link of rehabilitators in Pennsylvania and found Red Creek, being the closest to me. I called Peggy and she asked me some questions and I informed her about the maggot situation. She asked if I could bring her up asap since she (the squirrel) needed medication to combat the maggot problem. Within an hour of the call we took her up to Red Creek and they took awesome care of the baby squirrel and my wife and I were amazed at all the other animals in their care. Peggy and her husband have done a great job and are lifesavers to everyone of these animals and only wish there were more people like them. A big thank you !!

My son found an injuored Raptor along the railroad track between Bloomsburg Catawissa and Danville about 4 years ago. After making many phone calls, my husband was finally directed to Peggy and Morty and the Red Creek Wildlige Center. They met him halfway between our locations, and took the young bird, who turned out to be a juvenile bald eagle. He was in bad shape, and they nursed him back to health, although it was determined he would never be able to fly.
We visited their facilites the next year. I was extremely impressed by the commitment these people make to their charges. It is a never ending job, and they carry the responxiblities with a tireless passion. Thank God for them and all the volunteers who save so many different animals, and give them a second chance at life.

Some years ago we had a Loon that became disoriented after a severe thunderstorm and came down in a tiny puddle on our rocky mountain road. The loon was bleeding so I scooped him up and put him in a box and took him to Peggy at Red Creek. Peggy was professional and very competent as she examined the Loon for fractures, and luckily the bird was able to be released after a few days. Since then we have had several injured birds that we have taken to Red Creek, and they are always wonderful with them. We are fortunate to have such dedicated and competent people close by to help when it's necessary.

My Jack Russell Terrier caught a 2-day old baby bunny. I could not find the nest, so I brought the bunny inside. I located advice on baby bunny care but knew I couldn't continue the efforts because we were leaving for vacation in 2 days. Thankfully, a web search turned up Red Creek Wildlife, so I made a phone call and packed up the car with my 7-year-old and the bunny. I was so impressed by their service and professionalism. While I met with the director to complete the intake, a volunteer showed my son a few of the animals. What a wonderful organization! Highly recommended.

My friend came home from work with an injured red tailed hawk. She found him along side of the road and the injured hawk literally rolled over to a submissive position which enabled her to pick him up. I told her about Red Creek and we made a decision that we should take the bird to Peggy. Peggy was kind, examined the hawk, and explained that while he had to be euthanized, we saved him from a great deal of pain. This facility goes above and beyond and I'm grateful that they are in close proximity to us. It's important to keep in mind that injured wildlife be handled by professionals. I know this is an organization that I will continue to support. Thank you to everyone, especially Peggy, at Red Creed Wildlife Center, Inc.

Heard of Red Creek and took an injured chipmunk to them - they were able to release the chipmunk when it healed - so thankful to them. The person who took the chipmunk was extreme nice and took her time - was happy to make a donation to them at the time. Wish they were closer - would love to volunteer.

No matter how small or how big or what time or where....Peggy and Morrie are there to save and care for any injured animal. Any animal is blessed to be in their hands. My father, sister and I saw an injured baby hawk helpless on our street. With a phone call to Red Creek and step by step instructions on the phone and the help of our neighbor we were able to transport him to their facility. Peggy immediately administered medicine and cared for this baby as soon as we walked through the door. The baby hawk apparently fell out of it's nest during a storm in the night, suffered a concussion and was covered in maggots and they were also internal. After three months of care at Red Creek, she was released today along with three other baby hawks in their care. This baby hawk would have never survived if it had not been for Red Creek.
Not only are the animals blessed to have them, but Schuylkill County is blessed for having them so close to save our wildlife. Thank you Peggy and Morrie.

My wife seen an injured Cardinal during winter, it appered that it could not fly and would eventually starve during the cold winter nights. I went outside with my butterfly net chasing the Cardinal through the snow and finally captured it. Wondering what we would now do with a injured bird we went searching on the internet and found Red Creek, we made a call and although it was late at night they told us to please bring it to them so they could look at it. We drove the 45 minutes to the rescue, delivered the bird and they knew exactly what was wrong and said they could bring our Cardinal back to health. Without Red Creek this beautiful bird would have starved, now it is living a full and wonderfull life as it should. Cardinal was released back into the wild March 7, 2011.

Even calling in they were super helpful when I had found a baby bird. Most other people I called thought I was crazy for trying to save the tiny little bird but I wanted it to have a chance at life. Red Creek gave me all the info I needed to keep the baby alive until I could get it to them. When I arrived they provided me with great information and also they were very professional and friendly.

I have worked with Peggy and her staff at Redcreek Wildlife.for almost 8 years. It was Peggy that has trained me in the wildlife field.
Such a great and caring organization.
She took the time to teach me about the wildlife in Pa and how to care for them.
I am now a rehabilitator in Pa, and its thanks to her that I have accomplished that. Keep up the great work Red creek!!

I am so glad I know of a place to take injured animals. No matter how small . I feel they will be given great care at this facility. Peggy told me that they are available 7 days a week. We are lucky to have people like Peggy in our area.

Throughout the many years I have known Peggy and Morrie, they have always been the first people I run to with animal questions and help. From help with a newly hatched robin that fell out of it 's nest way above the street, to help with my Starling friend of 7 years, and all of the programs they have put together, Red Creek has been such a God send to me and so many. I always have a few cards ready to hand out, with me and at work, just in case someone is in need of their help! I am very proud of them to see how they have grown through the years being able to do the thing they love.

I've dropped two animals off to Red Creek over the past two years, (an injured fawn in 2009, and most recently an orphaned sparrow). I've also made several phone calls to them with wildlife questions. Every time I've had interaction with Peggy and the staff there, I am impressed with their helpfulness, their knowledge about animals, and their desire to help heal the wild in their care.

Red Creek Wildlife Center has been an invaluable resource in our area. They gladly offer help, knowledge and education to any creature in need. I have found abandoned rabbits, injured squirels, and other animals and all were cared for quickly and in a very professional way. When we found an injured rabbit on the highway, they were quick to respond to my call and successfully rehabbed it to allow it to be released into the wild again.

As a volunteer at Red Creek, I was involved with the day to day care and management of the wildlife the center serves. Red Creek not only helps injured and orphaned wildlife by actual rehabilitation, but also impacts countless other animals through educating the public and directing phone calls. Through my time there, I learned a great deal, and I hope to continue to stay involved with this amazing organization and the wonderful people who make it possible.

You will never find more dedicated management than those at Red Creek Wildlife Center. They make themselves available literally around the clock, putting the welfare of wildlife above their own.

I thank god for Red Creek Wildlife Center. I found them because of an injured bird in my neighborhood. I'm so passionate about all animals that I drove the hour drive to deliver this bird to them. And it was my lucky day because I got a tour of the facility. It's wonderful! I was surprised with how great this place is. I just wish it were closer. We need more Wildlife Centers like this.

This morning (6/8) I put a called into Red Creek Wildlife Center because I drove by an injured animal. I left a message. They called me right back, gave me advice and now we'll hope for the best. Just a great place all around.

This place is awesome! My family and I found a rabbit nest that was in danger in our yard, our dog injured one of the seven bunnies. To keep them safe, we brought them inside in a box. We called several places to find out what we could do to help these 2 day old bunnies. All of the places offered no help, and one told us to place the box of bunnies in an abandoned place and "let nature have its way with them". Horrified, I almost gave up hope. I called Red Creek Wildlife center and the woman (Peggy) was so helpful and understanding. She said I could bring them there, and she informed me that the sooner the better. I drove an hour and a half, and dropped them off. Peggy even gave me a case # so that we could call and check on the status of the bunnies. This place, and the people who run it really know what they are doing and have a genuine, passionate care for rescuing wildlife. Thank you Red Creek Wildlife Center!!

Exceptional, compassionate, caring people who are ready and willing 24hours a day to take in and rehabilitate injured animals. Its comforting to know that if an animal is found injured there is a wildlife center you can take them to knowing that they will receive the best of care, Thank you Red Creek for ALL that you do!

There has NEVER been a time that I have called Red Creek and not gotten a voice on the other line telling me to bring the injured animal I have found in right away. Wether it was the snapping turtle that was hit along the road, baby mice that were found abandoned in a garage or a robin that almost drowned in our pond. The staff at Red Creek are AMAZING and have always been there when we found an animal that needed them! And to think they do it all out of love, not money is mind blowing. Any hour of the day, they are there waiting for your call. Please support this great cause!!!

Thanks to Red Creek Wildlife Center, the injured baby robin we found has a good chance of surviving to become a wild, free bird. We were so impressed with the caring, levels of knowledge and skill, dedication, and the sheer numbers and variety of wildlife that have been saved, nurtured and given a chance by this great organization, year after year. We are impressed and so glad to meet rare people like this.
Sue and John Winchester

A hatchling bird was found at my workplace late on a Friday afternoon. Because my sister had been a voluteer at Red Creek I knew who to call.
I dropped off the bird and both Peggy and Morry were very kind, and informative. They really went out of their way to explain what their organization does. Despite them being busy, you could tell that they really have a passion for what they do, given that they took the time to share with us. My sister had often talked about Red Creek and how busy they were, but until I visited I didn't really get it. They are sooo busy and this is their whole life. I was struck that I was all hyped up for a nice dinner out on Friday night, and I have a feeling Peggy and Morry didn't have that luxury.

my two children and one of their friends and I drove a baby squirrel from Topton to Red Creek last summer. The staff was incredibly caring and took time to show my children some of the animals in their care and explain their injuries and treatment process. I purchased a book of wildlife care and gave a small donation. I wish it could have been more since there are way too few resources for wildlife rehab. Thank you for all you do.

I have been a volunteer with Redcreek for about five or six years now and have witnessed first hand the amazing work that Peggy and Morrie do. I have never met anyone more dedicated or passionate in their mission than these individuals. No matter what, the animals always come first at Redcreek. Peggy is also a fantastic teacher. Under her instruction, I've learned more than I could have ever hoped. I've also taken a couple of her classes that she has instructed and was very impressed at the information presented and how diligently Peggy worked with anyone that had a question or concern. Peggy and Morrie are always educating, whether it's at the rehabilitation center to volunteers and those bringing in animals or directed towards the general public at educational events, festivals, or school programs. I've volunteered at several locations and held many, many jobs, but I've never felt as though I've learned so much or fostered such meaningful relations than during the time I spend working at Redcreek.

I found a cat toying with a baby rabbit in my yard one day. I chased the cat away and picked up the rabbit and put in a shoe box. I called my local vet and they gave me the red creek phone number. They took the rabbit in the back room and diagnosed that he she had a good chance of making it. They gave me a phone number to call to check in on the rabbit to see how it is doing, later when I called I was told it was fine and would be released. The center has so many animals and they look after every one as if it was there own pet. They are very professional, friendly and deserve all the blessings they have due to them for the good work they perform!

My mother and I had found two fresh-out-of-the-egg Wrens in our backyard and we looked high and low for their nest but could find it. They were awfully young to be left alone without proper care but we didn't know where to take them. So, we to toke them to the SPCA and figured they would know a wildlife rehabilitator. They referred us to the Red Creek Wildlife Center and gave us directions. When we took the Wrens to Red Creek, they accepted them right away. They even told us that they were eating, and that they would be placed with a foster mother. It made me happy to hear that they were going to grow up and have a chance to live.
Red Creek Wildlife Center's facilities were very clean and had no odor. All of the animal cages that I saw were very clean and well kept. This is a very nice center and I would gladly refer them to a friend. :)

There are no rehab facilities in my county so when I found Red Creek and called about taking in a baby rabbit I had found they were more than willing! This little one suffered an unknown injury and after attempting to renest him, I found out after a few days mom hadn't been feeding him. He needed urgent care and Peggy and Morrie couldn't be more willing to provide that care. I can't wait to find out how my little friend is doing. He was trying to suck on Peggy's finger while she examined him, so I'm taking that as a good sign for his will to live!

What a wonderful organization! Within an hour of finding a fawn, Red Creek called me back and directed me to their facility. Upon arrival, the fawn was immediately looked over, fed, combed, and on her way to a new life. We got a mini tour of their facility, saw the amazing work they do, and left with a great feeling of awe for this wildlife center. I have since directed a number of people there with wildlife finds and they had the same treatment. LOVE this place!

Have provided online wildlife hotline training for our volunteers at another nonprofit states away and it was a great online experience for our volunteers.

Had my first experience with a wild life rescue and I was so thankful Red Creek was so close and so accessible. It was a late night and someone answered the phone immediately and was even available for me to drop off the little bird I found that same night! At 9pm! I honestly was expecting to have to leave a message and get a return call in the morning. The attentiveness of Red Creek makes all the difference!

Red Creek Wildlife Center has helped me twice with baby bunnies. Both times my dog or neighbor's dog found a nest and destroyed the nest but left babies unharmed. The first time I ended up taking the babies to Red Creek where they took over for me and the second time was far more successful just by taking their advice over the phone. I only had to relocate the second bunch of babies and I caught sight of momma bunny finding them within a few hours. Red Creek Wildlife Center provides a great and needed service to our area!!!

My family and I have taken many injured, sick and stranded animals to Red Creek. The first was a squirrel I found in the middle of Route 183. He let me pick him up, so I knew he was hurt. They treated and released him back into the wild. Another time it was about two dozen ducklings stranded on Route 78! Red Creek found a good home for them for us. It is wonderful to have such a great nonprofit there to help out these animals when they need it.

Last spring a mallard duck made a nest inside my fenced yard. I called Red Creek for help. Peggy was so helpful. She answered all my questions and gave me tons of advice. I learned a lot about ducks that day. Peggy eased my worries and made me realize that this mother duck could successfully have her babies in my backyard. She encouraged me to call back if I had questions or concerns. Sadly, a wild animal ransacked the nest while the mother was gone. However, I am grateful for the help I received from Red Creek and often tell others about their helpfulness.

Peggy and Maury are ALWAYS there to help. Whenever we have had a wildlife emergency, it is usually at a most inconvenient hour or day, such as evenings or Sundays. They are there anyway and ready to help. We have taken 2 nests of baby bunnies, 2 de-nested robins and an injured woodpecker to them and I thank the Lord that he has sent them my way! They are good people and do great work. Also, their demonstrations they do at public events are very informative and I always leave there having learned something new.

Red Creek Wildlife Center rehabilitated a great horned owl that was found wounded on the street in front of our house. They later released it where it was found and it is now back with its mate living peacefully in our woods.

Just this morning I found a small bird that was having trouble flying. It was flying into houses and windows and eventually gave up on the ground. I pick it up and put in a box. Then I went online and started to research what I should do with it. I called the several agencies and wildlife rescues and got answers like "it will fly away in a few days, leave it there" and "you're on your own". I finally called Red Creek Wildlife Center and Lori explained what she thought might be wrong with the bird and that it needed to be brought in. Unfortunately I could not drive the bird all the way to Red Creek so Lori offered to meet me halfway so that the bird could get help. I was worried that I would not know how to help the bird and Red Creek Wildlife Center (Lori) went out of their way to help this 'one little bird'. Thank you!!

My name is Kat Hummel. I have been a volunteer at Red Creek Wildlife Center for about a year. I am extremely proud to be involved at this facility. There is a lot I can say. I personally am most impressed with the success rate in the animals that are rehabilitated at Red Creek. The process of the animal intake, then the initial exam, and then the constant care the animal receives until its release is truly amazing. Red Creek has been evolving and expanding everyday since I've started, which is a necessity in a growing organization. The volunteer staff are such caring and hard working people, I have made some great friends there.
I have attending a few education programs and have nothing but positive things to say about them. Passing the knowledge of wildlife onto the general public is key in wildlife rehabilitation. I have also taken Peggy Hentz's Wildlife Emergency Telephone Operator Course. This was a great experience. Now I have the training I need to commute with the public on injured or abandoned wildlife. This communication is very important so the animal can get the proper care it needs from the beginning of the phone call. Obviously nothing bad I can say about Red Creek. Love it there!!

I had no way to get the abandoned wild goose egg to them, but they gave me great advice on what to do with it, and who near me to contact.They were better help then the game warden which told me to just leave it there to die.Love what they do.

I always tell family and friends, "I do not know what we would do without Red Creek Wildlife!". We have found turtles hit by cars, pigeons shot in the face, hurt frogs, an injured squirrel and woodcock, and the craziest - a black vulture with a broken wing living under a bridge on route 222.....All were helped by Peggy and her staff!

Red Creek is one of the best and needed 'support services' in Schuylkill (and surrounding counties). It is a blessing for all of the injured and suffering animals. Educating our residents, especially the children, about our wildlife is also making a huge difference in our area. Thank you for being there to help and for all you do!

I have been with Redcreek as a volunteer for about 4 years and have been on the Board for about 2 years. I have helped care for animals when they have come in critical, I have captured and transported them, and I've done some behind the scenes work. Redcreek not only cares for sick, injured and orphaned wildlife but also educates everyone who comes in and calls. I have also helped do many programs, one of my favorite things to do because I enjoy talking to people and educating them. Our center always does what is in the best interest of the animal not ourselves, sometimes that is a very hard thing to do. Peggy and Morrie are very dear to my heart, they are very good people. The volunteers are a vital part to this organization as well, they do many jobs in addition to caring for the animals. Redcreek has great success in what they do. They are well educated in their field and compassionate about what they do. When you call or go there please know you are in the best hands. It takes special people, unselfish people to do this around the clock, and I know that every volunteer current and past would agree that when you get to set the animals free, your soul has been touched because there is nothing greater than to be a witness to freedom.

My daughter Cherokee, found a baby bird stuck in a branch of a tree. She got the baby unstuck and put it in an aquarium. We didn't know about Red Creek at the time, so she went on line to find out what to feed it. For the next 2 days we feed it what she found on the internet to feed it. I knew we wouldn't be able to the right things for the bird. A friend told us about Red Creek. When Cherokee called, to see if they could help, she was asked a few questions and given directions to Red Creek Wildlife Center. When we arrived Peggy immediately gave the bird a physical. Fortunately the bird was healthy and hungry. Morrie told my daughter and I about their website and how it explains what you should do when you find a helpless wild animal. They have saved alot of animals and are saving alot more as we speak. Their Center was packed with helpless wild animals. They are wonderful people and care very much about the birds and animals they take care of. They need our help to continue to do what they do so well. My daughter and I are going to donate some of our time to help with their gardens. This is the only rescue center in our area and their space is very limited. Send them a donation to help them build a bigger and better center. I feel we all are responsible for what happens to our wildlife.

The level of care the injured wildlife recieves at Red Creek is just incredible. Every single animal in the facility is the most important animal there. Peggy and Morrie are two of the most dedicated human beings I have ever had the privilege of meeting; nothing comes before the animals. Nothing. They drop everything any time of day or night, 365 days a year to respond to injured animal calls, and have offered up their home to the animals in their care. Voolunteers are given the opportunity to work with truly awesome creatures alongside two of the most knowlegable people in the field. There was not a single shift that went by without my having learned countless new things about my environment and the animals that inhabit it.

A bird fell out of it's nest and was laying on the ground unable to fly. I kept an eye on it throughout the day hoping it would be able to fly eventually. It became covered in flies so I put it in a shoebox. My Border Collie protected the box like it belonged to her. I did not know what to feed it, it would have died if it stayed with me. My friend told me about Red Creek. We were told to meet them at the shelter and they took this bird in as if it were an Eagle, though it was your ordinary everyday bird. I was even given a number I could call to check on it's progress. I am happy there is such a place as Red Creek Wildlife Center. Now I know where I can call if an incident like this happens again.