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That's a wrap! August has been a whirlwind month. It's typically our busiest month of the year, and this year was made even more so by the addition of the Avian Flu, extreme heat and drought. We also see the changes in season with the types of animals arriving at our door. August and September are always a race against time for migration, to make sure we get animals back out and conditioned in time to head south. But, while some animals are preparing for their journey south, some resident species are still caring for their young!
Goldfinches are the latest nesting birds of the season. Their nesting season corresponds with thistle production. The seeds are fed to the young, and the downy plant fibers are used to line their nests. Cedar Waxwings are also late nesters, as their season corresponds with the ripening of honeysuckle berries which are fed to the young. Some Northern Cardinals are still feeding nestlings. Eastern Gray Squirrels have their 2nd or 3rd litter of the season in August, and White-footed Mice will nest year-round, though they have most of their young in the spring through fall in the northeast. The arrival of the baby goldfinches is always bittersweet. It signifies that the summer is coming to an end, but also reminds us of the fall season, and slower times ahead.
No matter the season, no matter the storm - we are here for them,
thanks to YOUR support.
Gratefully,
Stephanie Ellis
Executive Director
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Great Black-backed Gull Injured by Fishing Lure - Released |
We are so happy to share the news that “Hook-Eye” the Great Black-backed Gull that was rescued in Provincetown with a fishing lure with hook through it’s left eye has been released! We are incredibly thankful for Randy Jansen who captured the bird and called us. It had clearly been suffering from it’s injuries and would not have survived without care. Even after all it had been through this sweet bird acted as a role model for three other juvenile gulls which have also been released.
Please #trashyourtackle properly. Derelict recreational fishing gear is deadly to wildlife. When fishing, fish responsibly. Carry a box, heavy gloves, goggles and scissors in your vehicle. If you hook a gull or other bird. Don't cut the line! Reel the bird in, place it into a box, cut the line once the bird is secured, and then contact a wildlife rehabilitator. You could save a life.
This release was sponsored by Alisa in loving memory of Shrayesh Patel.
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When Seasons Change, so do a Bird's Feathers. Why do Birds Molt? |
Mike O'Connor of The Birdwatcher's General Store, Orleans answers questions about why you may be seeing some strange looking and bald-headed birds this time of year. What is molting, and why do birds do it?
Take the "No Bag Challenge" the next time you shop at the Bird Watcher's General Store
Thank you to Mike O'Connor and his crew at Bird Watcher's General Store for donating $500.00 to Wild Care from their "No Bag Challenge". When you shop at Bird Watcher's and don't use a paper bag, they donate 25 cents to Wild Care. It all adds up and we are grateful! Thank you Mike.
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Screech owl or alien? You decide!
PHOTO of Nickerson, by Amy Sanders
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Provincetown IB Schools Students Raise Awareness for Reptiles |
As part of a fifth grade project at the Provincetown IB Schools, outgoing students Raea Ivey and Lily Holmes worked towards raising awareness of reptiles that become pets and may suffer from neglect or abuse. They shared their ideas with the public including information about Wild Care and our mission. Through their hard work they raised $150.00 for Wild Care. We love their enthusiasm, and appreciate their willingness to work hard for something they believe in. Well done, and a GREAT BIG THANK YOU from Garv our educational turtle! |
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Meet Nickerson Wild Care’s Eastern Screech Owl at Lydia Leclair’s Photography Studio Monday, August 29th |
Not only is Lydia Leclair a talented Cape Cod photographer and nature lover, she is also the sponsor of Wild Care’s Animal Ambassador and Eastern Screech Owl Nickerson. Lydia will be hosting a meet and greet at her Harwich Port studio on Monday, August 29th from 10am til noon. Animal Care Coordinator Jennifer Taylor will give an educational presentation with Nickerson from 10am til 11am. Wild Care’s Executive Director Stephanie Ellis will be there to answer all your questions about Cape Cod’s wildlife. Refreshments will be served in Lydia’s studio filled with beautiful nature inspired artwork, photographs, prints, notecards and more. Suggested donation of $10 benefits the important work of Wild Care.
Location: Lydia Leclair Studio @ 546-B Route 28 Harwich Port, MA
For More Information: 774.408.8818
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Join Wild Care and Celebrate Cape Cod's Wildlife at the
12th Annual Wildlife Festival Saturday, September 10th
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Join Wild Care on September 10th for a fun-filled day for the whole family celebrating Cape Cod's wildlife and unique habitats! Not only will you get to meet members of the Cape Cod Wildlife Collaborative and learn about the amazing work these organizations do, there will also be live music, food trucks, and live animal demonstrations too.
GET CRAFTY WITH WILD CARE at the Wildlife Festival… Fill and decorate rice socks with inspirational messages to be used to sooth and warm rescued animals. Make and take your own decorated animal rescue box, play some games, and get a wildlife themed temporary tattoo. Wild Care merchandise will also be available. Hope to see you there!
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Wild Care Friends Paul and Pam Pazniokas Donate Monthly Solar Credits to Wild Care and Hope to Inspire Others
By Wild Care Friend Paul Pazniokas
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Here’s how it works: when you install solar panels, you actually are selling electricity back to “the grid” every daylight hour. Each month that you sell more electricity to the grid than you use, your electric bill becomes more and more negative. But the rule is, you cannot receive that money as a refund. Instead, your bill just goes increasingly negative. Then I learned that I could actually assign that money to another Eversource customer in our geographic area. It seemed too good to be true that I could turn money over to Wild Care – money that no one, including me, could otherwise touch.
It’s an absolutely amazing benefit – but here’s the best part: we don’t have to do a thing. Eversource sends us the usual bill (for us, it’s always $0.00) and then they give Wild Care a credit for all the electricity we sold to the grid during the month. It makes me smile just writing these words!
This Eversource web site gives you more details on how to assign your credits to someone in your area. Just fill out the Schedule Z form and then get that warm feeling of helping a deserving organization like Wild Care – at absolutely no cost to you. Have I mentioned that this is truly an amazing thing?
Thanks to Paul and Pam's solar credits, Wild Care saved over $497 on our Eversource utility bills in July and August. That's news to shout about!
BLUE JAY PHOTO by Kerry Reid
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and Help us Continue to Provide Critical Care for Cape Cod's Wildlife.
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SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR FILM FUNDRAISER THIS FALL |
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A Little Birdie Told us You Need New Shopping Bags
For each Give Back Reusable Shopping Bag you buy in May at Stop and Shop at Rt. 39 and Rt. 137, Harwich MA Wild Care will receive a $1.00 donation.
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TRAVEL WITH WILD CARE
Upcoming Fundraising Trips Support the Work of Wild Care
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For a unique and meaningful way to mark an occasion, celebrate someone special, important milestone, or honor the memory of a loved one, consider sponsoring the release of a rescued animal. Your gift helps provide care for wildlife here on Cape Cod. You will receive a digital photo of the rescued animal, and video of their return to the wild.
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Check out our Amazon and Chewy WISH LISTS and donate much
needed supplies to help the animals being cared for at Wild Care.
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Help Wildlife While You Shop on Amazon
Go to amazonsmile.com and choose Wild Care Cape Cod as your charity. Get the same great items at the same prices, and with each purchase Wild Care receives a donation at no additional cost to you. Thanks to you, Wild Care has received $4,853.91 from Amazon Smile since 2014. Thanks for shopping with a Smile and selecting Wild Care!
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10 Smith Lane, Eastham, MA 02642
When in Doubt Please Call Us 508-240-2255
We Are Here To Help!
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