Dec 27, 2024 | Uncategorized
Join us for our Valentine’s Day Themed Meet and Greet Whooo Loves Wildlife on Saturday, February 1st, 10am-Noon! Visit us at the Wildlife in Need Center for an opportunity to meet our education ambassadors, take photos, check our scutes and scales display, check out our gift shop, and pick up some treats from our bake sale. This is a kid-friendly event. This event has a suggested donation of $2 per person. Come and meet educational ambassadors up-close and learn their stories and how they became ambassadors, along with fun facts about their species here in Wisconsin. Here are some of the Educational Animal Ambassadors you could potentially view and meet: Jewel, the Ornate Box TurtleTwiggy, the Midland Painted TurtleEvie, the Eastern Fox SnakeLenny, the Virginia OpossumChase the Striped SkunkWillow will be seen through her window, with her trainer. Raenah and Dakota are still in training, and unfortunately won’t appear. 100% of funds raised during this event go to support the Wildlife In Need Center and our mission. Hope to see you there! *Animal welfare is our top priority, this schedule is subject to change if our ambassadors are not 100% and able to work this... read more
Nov 7, 2024 | News
This Giving Tuesday, You Can Be a Lifeline for Wisconsin’s Wildlife! Help us raise $27,000. The first $5,000 will be matched by a generous donor! Don’t miss this heartwarming video here showcasing our wildlife patients and their releases. See firsthand how your donations make a difference! Every year, thousands of wild animals in our community face the devastating effects of injury, illness, and as an orphan. As a dedicated wildlife rehabilitation center in Wisconsin, we care for over 2,600 animals annually — giving them the chance to heal, recover, and be returned to their native habitats. But we can’t do this work without you. Your generous donation provides vital medical care and rehabilitation for these animals, from orphaned baby birds to injured turtles, snakes, raccoons, and other Wisconsin wildlife. Your support also helps us educate the public by teaching children and adults how to live with our wild neighbors and fostering a greater understanding of the animals we share our state with. When you give this Giving Tuesday, you help save wild lives, provide essential care, and inspire future generations to protect the wildlife that calls Wisconsin home. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of our native wildlife. Join us Tuesday December 3rd—because every wild life saved and every step toward greater awareness is a step toward a brighter future for Wisconsin’s wildlife. Click here to... read more
Aug 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
Join us for our Wildlife In The Park! Saturday, September 7th 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Cory Municipal Park, 140 S. Main Street, Dousman WI Enjoy a relaxing Saturday afternoon and leave the cooking to us! We’ll have Johnsonville bratwurst, hot dogs, sloppy joe’s, snacks, soda available for purchase. There will be games for kids of all ages too! Our giftshop will be open with wildlife themed related gifts! Meet some of our Educational Animal Ambassadors. Learn fun facts about native Wisconsin wildlife. The event is free and open to the public. All of the funds raised at this event support the Wildlife In Need Center and our mission.... read more
Jun 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Wildlife In Need Center (WINC) cordially invites everyone to our 30th Anniversary Celebration Summer Meet and Greet on Saturday, July 27th, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at WINC. Since 1994, WINC has provided essential life-saving care for injured, orphaned, and sick wildlife for 69,700 animals. Our wildlife education programs, and animal ambassadors continue to meet the demand, delivering over 100 programs a year reaching over 25,000 people. None of this would have been possible without the incredible support from our generous community. Event Highlights: Meet Our Wildlife Ambassadors:Come in person to meet our fascinating Wildlife Animal Ambassadors. Learn their stories and discover fun facts about their species. Bird Walk:Join us for a morning bird walk on the trails by WINC. Book Signing:Authors will be signing wildlife-related books on the patio. Raffle:Enter our raffle for a chance to win exciting prizes. Kid’s Games:Enjoy kid’s games Face Painting:Get creative with face painting in the Gathering Room. Cupcake Celebration and Chocolate Factory Sundae Bar:Treat yourself to delicious sweets. Guided Prairie Tour:Marlin Johnson will lead a tour of the prairie. Behind-the-Scenes Tours:Explore our wildlife rehabilitation hospital, usually closed to the public. Tickets must be purchased in advance (ages 12 and up, limited to 12-15 people per tour). Suggested Donation:$2 per person upon entry. To see the full program of events, please visit our website or follow us on Facebook for the details. 100% of funds raised during this event go to support the Wildlife In Need Center and our mission. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to celebrate our 30th anniversary and connect with Wisconsin’s remarkable wildlife community! To purchase tickets for behind-the-scenes tours, scroll... read more
Mar 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
The 11th Annual Fine Wine and Dine, Friday, October 13th, 2023 Soaring to New Heights: featuring an elegant five-course dinner prepared and wines selected by the chef at The Club at Lac Labelle. To Donate or Buy tickets here! To download the Fine Wine and Dine Invite click here To download the Fine Wine and Dine RSVP click here Stay Tuned for our fabulous online silent auction! 2023 Fine Wine & Dine Event! 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Silent Auction*, Raffle, Passed Hors D’oeuvres, & Wine 7:00 pm Silent Auction* & Raffle Close at the Start of Dinner 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Seated Five-Course Meal With Complementing Wines, Program, & Live Auction *No Contact Online Silent Auction with Items Available for Viewing 2023 Fine Wine and Dine Menu Passed appetizers: Vegetable potstickers with soy sesame glaze, Artichoke beignets with ranch drizzle, and mini beef wellington Gruet sparkling Rose Salad: Spring mix, roasted red and golden beets, goat cheese, cucumber, tarragon champagne vinaigrette. 2021 Chateau La Graviere White Bordeaux Soup: Cream of mushroom soup with wild rice. 2021 Antinori Castello “Bramito” Chardonnay – Umbria, ITA Entrée: Duet plate of Seared chicken breast, sautéed crimini mushrooms in marsala wine sauce. Pork schnitzel with parsley thyme breadcrumb and pan gravy. Thyme garlic whipped yukon gold potatoes. Sautéed broccoli and red peppers. Vegetarian Entrée: Vegan Cauliflower steak- Seared cauliflower steak seasoned with herbs and spices served with a medley of roasted sweet potato, asparagus and bell peppers. 2021 Chehalem Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR Dessert: Cheesecake with a chocolate espresso short dough crust. Garnished with fresh berries and mint. Fonseca 20yr Tawny Port... read more
Sep 26, 2023 | Uncategorized
Are you interested in helping our staff make a difference for our wildlife patients and neighbors? If so, consider becoming a volunteer at the Wildlife in Need Center! Volunteering here and working with our patients is hard work but it’s wonderfully rewarding. The opportunity to help care for a wild animal, giving it a second chance at life, is something you’ll remember forever. Volunteer in animal care and participate in the rehabilitation and day-to-day care of our wild patients. Volunteer in the office and wildlife helpline Volunteer in our education department caring for our ambassadors and more Volunteer in maintenance and grounds We are holding our next volunteer orientation on Sunday, October 15th at 1:00 pm at the Wildlife In Need Center. Please call 262-965-3090 and leave a message with your name and phone number to RSVP. You can find more details on these opportunities by visiting our website here! After registering, please bring this form with you to the... read more
Sep 26, 2023 | Uncategorized
Join the Wildlife In Need Center for HALLO-WINC Saturday, October 21th from 2pm-4pm Wildlife In Need Center, Oconomowoc Join us for Hallo-WINC, a scare-free family fun Halloween event on Saturday, October 21st from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Wildlife In Need Center. Take a walk through the Hallo-WINC woods and meet some of our educational animal ambassadors up-close and learn fun facts about Wisconsin wildlife. Enjoy a scavenger hunt, kid’s games, and face painting. Shop our gift shop with unique wildlife themed items! Kids of all ages are encouraged to wear their costumes and take photos with our Halloween decor. Recommended Donation is $2 per person! All of the funds raised at this event go to support the Wildlife In Need Center and our... read more
Jun 20, 2023 | Uncategorized
Join us for our Summer Meet and Greet! Saturday, July 15th, 2023 Wildlife In Need Center 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Drop-In Event Join us for a Summer wildlife meet & greet event – have the opportunity to see most of our live educational ambassadors up-close and personal. You can learn their stories and how they became ambassadors, along with fun facts about their species here in Wisconsin. There will be a Chocolate Factory sundae bar! There will be games for the children! Wildlife animal ambassadors you will be able to view and meet: Lenny and Leucius, Virginia Opossum Chase, Striped Skunk Willow, Woodchuck can be seen inside her enclosure Evie, Western Fox Snake Meadow, Bullsnake Jewel, Ornate Box Turtle (Endangered Species) See all of our educational animal ambassadors on our website here. Check out our gift shop! Items include; New WINC wear supporting 25th anniversary, other WINC gear (t-shirts and sweatshirts), wildlife books and references, jewelry, and so much more! This is a great kid-friendly, family event! Suggested donation upon entry: $2 person 100% of funds raised during this event go to support the Wildlife In Need Center and our mission. Behind the scene tours are available. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Get a rare glimpse of the Wildlife In Need Center’s wildlife rehabilitation hospital. These areas are usually closed off to public. Attendees must be ages 12 and up. There is only room for 8 people on each tour. Purchase 10:oo am tickets here! Purchase 10:45 am tickets here! Purchase 11:30 am tickets here! Purchase 12:15 am... read more
Feb 16, 2023 | Uncategorized
Join Our Baby Bird Feeding Volunteer Team! We are so excited to offer our popular youth volunteer opportunity this spring and summer 2023! Adult Baby Bird Feeders are welcome too! We receive hundreds of hungry orphaned baby birds from May to September that need lots of quality care. If you are at least 15, you can help provide the attention and care that each bird needs to return it to the wild. If you are 12 to 14, you can team up with an adult to help us with our baby birds. You must be committed to working one four and a half hour shift each week for about eight weeks. What’s next? Visit our website to learn more on our website here! Fill out the application RSVP for the Baby Bird Feeder Orientation by calling (262) 965- 3090 Volunteer training class dates will be announced March 2023. Download our Baby Bird Feeding brochure... read more
Jan 26, 2023 | Uncategorized
This year we are bringing back one of our dearly missed events: Whooo Loves Wildlife! Our Valentine’s Day meet and greet has been on hiatus since the pandemic but this year we are happy to announce that it’s back! Visit us here at the Wildlife in Need Center for an opportunity to meet our education ambassadors, play games, take photos, check out our gift shop, and pick up some treats from our bake sale. The festivities begin at 10:00 am and go to 12:00 noon on February 11th. This will be Lenny and Leucius’ first meet and greet and they’re both excited to meet new friends! This event has a suggested donation of $2 per person. Here is our tentative schedule: 10am-12pm Jewel, the Ornate Box Turtle Antionette, the Western Painted Turtle Evie, the Eastern Fox Snake Meadow, the Bullsnake 10am-11am Lenny, the Virginia Opossum 11am-12pm Leucius, the Virginia Opossum 10:30am-11:30pm, Chase the Striped Skunk Willow may appear in her window, with her trainer, time TBD. Raenah and Dakota are still in training, and unfortunately won’t appear. *Animal welfare is our top priority, this schedule is subject to change if our ambassadors are not 100% and able to work this... read more
