Carolina Wildlife Care will host South Carolina’s second conference on wildlife rehabilitation in Columbia, SC at the Ndoki Lodge in Riverbanks Zoo and Garden on November 17^th and November 18^th.  The conference is designed for wildlife rehabilitators, veterinary professionals, wildlife biologists, and wildlife enthusiasts from S.C. and neighboring states to acquire new knowledge and share ideas benefiting wildlife.  The weekend provides a great opportunity to get-a-way from it all and network with other professionals in the growing field of wildlife rehabilitation.

Classes include sessions on orphan care and treating bacterial disease and illness in opossums by the National Opossum Society, care of eastern squirrels, avian illnesses, shorebird rehabilitation, capture restraint and handling of water birds, animal enrichment, snake and alligator care and much more!

The conference is once again being co-sponsored by the South Carolina Association of Veterinarians and Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens.  Sessions will take place in the Ndoki Lodge- a spectacular meeting area lined with windows allowing you to experience the beautiful charm of Riverbanks throughout each session.  In the background, conference participants can see elephants coming to the edge of a watering hole, meerkats playing in the dust, or even gorillas emerging from a distant forest.  Between sessions, take a break to feed the giraffes or simply observe the magnificent hundred-year-old Galapagos turtles nearby.  Spend the weekend learning about the wildlife native to South Carolina, while being immersed in the splendor of wildlife from throughout the world!

Fee includes lunch, beverages as well as raffle tickets for a chance to win fabulous door prizes! Hotel accommodations can be made for a special rate at the beautiful Radisson Hotel Columbia just minutes away from Riverbanks.  Having recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation, the Radisson is truly one of the most beautiful hotels in Columbia.

Space for the conference is limited, so register early!

Click here for registration brochure, including information on sessions, accommodations and networking activities. 

Carolina Wildlife Care is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization working to establish harmony between humans and wildlife while instilling an appreciation for nature through rehabilitation and education.  Founded in 1989, the Center has cared for more than 38,000 wild animals representing close to 200 species of native wildlife, including songbirds, waterfowl, small mammals, reptiles and amphibians.  The Center’s public education program is designed to create an awareness of the challenges facing wildlife today and encourage changes in human behavior to conserve wildlife and its natural environment.  Additional information about Carolina Wildlife Care is available at www.carolinawildlife.org or call (803) 772-3994.