My Nonprofit Reviews
Katey D.
Review for Wolf Timbers, Bolivar, OH, USA
I was invited to volunteer at Wolf Timbers by a friend I met in college who was a long time volunteer. Wolves were also fascinating to me so having the chance to work with them and teach the public was the most incredible thing I could imagine. After about 4 1/2 years, they soon became an addiction and inspired me to pursue a career in carnivore conservation. Because of Wolf Timbers, I was able to apply to work with reknown wolf biologist Dave Mech on his research project in MN, collaring wild wolves. Now I'm currently working on a master's in Zoology with a focus on mitigating human/carnivore conflicts while fostering coexistence. Wolves and other canids are my primary interest of study and the experiences I obtained from Wolf Timbers are the foundation of my career journey. Education is the most important aspect of any conservation effort. Since wolves continue to be at the forefront of political debates, its critical to educate as many people as possible so that the remaining populations can be protected while people learn to live alongside them. :)
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Increase enclosure size and have a larger pack. Also, an indoor facility to have education materials would be helpful as well. More community outreach needs to be made to the public to get the message of the organization out there and bring in more visitors.
Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Quite well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
