How’s It Growing?

It’s been a wild year of growth since first launching our renovations in our new building in the Summer of 2023. So far we have completed the interior remodeling which included construction of a classroom and animal education center, a new animal NICU room, aquatic animal care room, three large animal kennel spaces, observation room and treatment room. 

PHASE 1 INTERIOR UPDATES: In late March, the indoor education animals were moved into the new building. They are currently being housed in temporary cages while we complete their new habitats.

In mid April, wildlife rehab operations were moved to our new facility. All animals except for avian species are now being admitted here.  Due to the Avian Influenza, all birds will continue to be admitted in the old facility until proper quarantine accommodations are completed. 

PHASE 2 EXTERIOR UPDATES: In addition to the interior work, the 5 acres of exterior land is now under construction to create a new outdoor education area and wildlife rehab center. The land will include over 50 individual animal habitats, a large pole barn with a covered porch for community gathering and green space for activities. 

PHASE 3 EXTERIOR UPDATES:   The last phase of the project is planned to being in early 2024. This phase will conclude the project with a large flight cage and quarantine building.  Until these structures are funded and built, we will not be able to admit any birds including waterfowl at the new location. 

The facility renovations have been designed with intent to provide the space, resources and amenities to care for local wildlife and provide public education to the community.  This one of a kind wildlife rehabilitation and education center will be a destination of pride for NW Ohio!  We need your help to complete the project and create The Nest We Need.