Month: December 2017

As the holidays approach, it’s a great time to consider year-end giving to make a difference for Ohio wildlife. Donations to honor or memorialize special people or inspire philanthropy in the next generation can all be accomplished through a year-end gift. Children whose parents discuss charitable giving are 20 percent more likely to make gifts […]... Read More

The 2017 Red Tail Run event for Ohio Wildlife Center welcomed 186 runners October 1 at the Cook Road Education Center and raised $11,175 for wildlife. The 4th annual 5K Run & Walk through Shawnee Hills featured family and team groups and wrapped up with the release of a rehabilitated Red-Tailed Hawk near the Bonner […]... Read More

Ohio Wildlife Center Hospital Admits Snowy Owl Injured at Highway Ramp Update 1/18/2018: This snowy owl has been moved from our Wildlife Hospital to our Pre-Release Facility. It is flying well in a large enclosure. We will continue to monitor its progress and provide periodic updates on the status of the owl. Photos below are […]... Read More

                                  The Columbus Foundation’s October Big Give event raised $51,840 for Ohio Wildlife Center, with bonus funds from the foundation extending the impact of Center supporters. The 26-hour on-line giving rally generated funds for animal care, rescue and recovery, […]... Read More

Nutty By Nature: Five Facts About Eastern Gray Squirrels By Linda Forte-Spearing, Volunteer, Ohio Wildlife Center Love ‘em or loath ‘em, January 21 is Squirrel Appreciation Day. Here’s what you need to know about nature’s nuttiest tree dwellers. #1 A Squirrel-ly Past.  It’s hard to imagine an indoor squirrel (think Clark Griswold and Christmas Vacation), but it […]... Read More

Casey Philips has joined Ohio Wildlife Center as the Wildlife Hospital Director, bringing more than a decade of experience in wildlife management, animal care and volunteer leadership. Philips, a native of Ohio, most recently served as the Education Manager at the Wildlife Rescue Center of St. Louis.  She was also an interpreter at the St. Louis […]... Read More