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Director's Message

July 12, 2017   Wild Care Friends You've probably heard about the gannet die-off afflicting Cape Cod and Southeastern MA over the past couple of months... Read the story here . "Mysterious Ailment Killing Birds on Cape Cod." Boston Globe We are delighted to report that three survivors of the epidemic have recently been released, after weeks in our care! Release story here. "Wild Care Releases Three Survivors of Northern Gannet Die-Off." The three Northern Gannets were released at Snow Shore in Orleans. All birds headed out to sea and did not turn back. The juvenile and one adult stayed with each other. "They looked SO HAPPY," stated our Animal Care Coordinator, Jennifer Taylor. We elected to release them from shore in case they got into trouble, they would surely beach themselves quickly and we would be there to assist. Happy to report that we have not received reports of any ailing gannets. We wish them a long life! (Photo: Leo Seletsky) Caring for these birds in captivity costs up to $150 per week, in fish alone. Please consider making a donation so we can continue caring for animals like these gannets, who need a helping hand. Sincerely, Executive Director, Stephanie ~

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Wild Care Now Sells Merchandise!

One-of-a-kind designs featuring released animals and current residents! Eastern Box Turtle “#45” (Green) Available as a T-shirt only Osprey Sweatshirts (Dark Tan or light blue) Osprey Long-sleeved T-shirts (Dark Blue)  Eastern Screech Owl (Royal Blue) Available as a T-shirt only “Marcy” the Eastern Grey Squirrel (Dark Blue) Available as a T-shirt only Gildan brand t-shirts. 100% cotton, pre-shrunk. All are V-neck style (including mens).  Soft, durable, and very comfortable. Gorgeous colors. Women’s Sizes run small. We recommend purchasing one size larger than you normally wear!   Prices: T-shirts are $20.  Long-sleeved shirts are $25.  Sweatshirts are $45. Purchase your t-shirts and sweatshirts at Wild Care on Wednesday – Friday, year-round.  Sold in our lobby between the hours of 10AM -1PM. 10 Smith Ln. Eastham. We apologize that we are unable to sell t-shirts online during this time. All hands are needed on deck, it's THE BUSY SEASON! Please check back in the Fall for potential online sales. Please call Cristalyn at 508-240-2255 if you have questions about our merchandise.

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Snake vs. Net by Animal Care Coordinator, Jennifer Taylor   Recently, a woman appeared at Wild Care with two containers.     "I left you a message, but decided to help them myself!"  "Okay!" I said. " What have you got?"  "Two snakes caught in a garden net. One is really bad!" She had found two Black Racer Snakes tangled in the garden netting she recently put up to protect her plants from deer. She had managed to cut both animals out of the whole net and get them into containers to bring to us.  The smaller snake's breathing was very restricted by the entanglement, and she was concerned for its life. I brought them into the Clinic and told our two interns - Michaela and Carolyn, about the emergency. They were very excited, not having acquired any snake experience yet. We worked on the more critical one first. I told them that I would hold the snake, and they would cut the netting with stitch-removal scissors. What a difference a few snips can make! Within seconds the limp and nearly asphyxiated snake revived into the writhing serpent it is meant to be!   Fortunately for both Racers there were no lacerations from the netting, and they were able to be released right away. Snake skin is amazing! We put the snakes into separated pillow cases, checking for holes first, and  we knotted the ends.  Black Racers are not poisonous snakes, but can be quite aggressive when they feel threatened.  The rescuer was a bit nervous to release them back on her own, but after demonstrating my "untie and jump back fast" technique, she felt confident.   Please think about the consequences of netting. Just last week we removed two snakes from netting at different locations. When it is left as a clump on the ground it seems to be at its most dangerous for these reptiles. Their prey will hide in it, and the snakes will pursue.     As they struggle to escape, they become more entangled. We have removed chipmunks, bluebirds, bunnies and owls from netting.  If you must use netting, give wildlife a chance... Checkin g it daily would be a fair thing for the wildlife in your yard. (Photos by Wild Care Intern, Carolyn Brooks)

Displaced Osprey Finds New Home by Amy Webster, Wildlife  Rehabilitator You may have seen Wild Care in the news lately about a young Osprey that was displaced, after his nest fell in Bourne. Unable to get the nest back up, we worked quickly along with Yarmouth Natural Resources, to find the Osprey a new nest and parents in Yarmouth. Happy to report that the Osprey chick is thriving with his new parents and 3 foster  siblings! Read the full story. More photos and video here... Photo by Amy Webster

23rd Annual Yard Sale – We Raised $7,630! Thanks to all who attended our Yard Sale on Saturday, June 10th, and to all who donated thousands of items for our sale. Over 250 people attended! The event raised $7,630 for Wild Care. Very special thanks to Jan Raffaele, our wonderful Volunteer Yard Sale Coordinator who was pivotal in making this event a success, all the delightful volunteers who helped with the event, and also thank you to J.McLaughlin for donating 200 gorgeous tote bags for all of our guests (very generous!). Last but not least, thank you to Executive Director Carolyn Carey of the Harwich Community Center for hosting us once again this year and for all of her help with the sale. Thank you Leo Seletsky for the AWESOME photos of the event. Photo album here. See you again next year!

Baby Shower Gone Wild! Thanks to all who attended our "Wild Baby" Shower on July 1st. We had over 100 guests and received dozens of gift cards, supplies, and over $1,380 in donations. Your support helps us directly to care for all of our babies - furred, feathered and more. Read this great article featured in the Cape Cod Times summing up our baby shower. View  here . View our "Wild Baby Shower  photo  album. Sip and Shop - Thank You J. McLaughlin Thank you to all who "Sipped while you Shopped" at  J. McLaughlin  fine clothing store  in Chatham on June 24th. J. McLaughlin generously donated 15% of the proceeds, $300 dollars to Wild Care!  We'd also like to thank J. McLaughlin for generously providing 200 colorful tote bags (photos above) to our guests at Wild Care's Yard Sale on June 10th. Thank you J. McLaughlin Store Manager Seanna Reis and Susan. We love you guys!

Volunteer Spotlight Wild Care is so grateful for our volunteers! We would not survive without them. They assist with everything from animal care, to gardening, to facility maintenance and fundraising.  This month, we'd like to highlight Jody Rice-Hines. Jody has been a volunteer at Wild Care since 2013. She is a member of our Board of Directors, a member of our Fundraising Committee and is also a volunteer in our Clinic one day per week.  Jody is an extremely kind-hearted person who is very much in tune with the animals. She is soft-spoken and intuitive, and animals are receptive to her presence. She is also extremely talented and  creative, providing decor for most of our events! We are so grateful to have you at Wild Care Jody. You are a gift to Wild Care and to the animals.

Wild Care, Inc. 10 Smith Lane  Eastham, MA 02642  info@wildcarecapecod.org  508-240-2255

About Wild Care  Since 1994, Wild Care has treated injured, ill and orphaned native wildlife for release back into the wild capable of independent survival, prevented wildlife casualties through public education and counseling, and engaged the community in conservation services through volunteerism.  Wild Care does not charge the public for our services. We accept wildlife regardless of a rescuer's ability to make a donation; and we never compromise quality of care or the dignity of an animal's life for fundraising purposes.

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