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Before Applying, Please Read Carefully

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Minimum Requirements

• Must be 21+ years old
• Must live within commuting distance of Rye Brook, NY
• Must commit to at least one 2-hour shift per week for 6 months minimum
• Must complete volunteer training
• Tetanus vaccine required
• Rabies vaccine strongly recommended

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Important Expectations

• Every shift includes cleaning. There are no “animal only” shifts.
• You will see injured, sick, and deceased wildlife.
• Wildlife are not pets. We do not cuddle, tame, or habituate animals to humans.
• Bites and scratches are possible when working with wildlife.
• Photos, videos, and social media posts are not allowed without permission.
• Volunteers must complete at least 12 cleaning shifts before becoming eligible to bottle feed babies.

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Our Mission

Our goal is to rescue, rehabilitate, and release native wildlife back into the wild with as little human habituation as possible.

Volunteer Application

Are you 21 or over?
How long can you commit to volunteering? (Minimum 6 months required)
Are you able to commit to at least one 2-hour shift per week? (Yes required)
What days/times are you available to volunteer? (Check all that apply) Required
Preferred Time Slot
Are you comfortable handling and cleaning up after wildlife, including feces and food waste? (Yes required)
Are you comfortable performing cleaning tasks such as scrubbing cages, doing laundry, and preparing food? (Yes required)
Please check each box to confirm your understanding of our policies: Required

Please Note

Due to the nature of wildlife rehabilitation and the limited number of volunteer openings available, we are not able to accept every applicant. Selection is based on factors such as availability, consistency, communication, and overall fit for our team and the animals in our care.

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Wildlife rehabilitation is demanding, fast-paced, and emotionally challenging work. We are looking for volunteers who are dependable, willing to learn, and genuinely aligned with our mission.

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If we are unable to offer you a volunteer position at this time, we truly appreciate your interest and support for wildlife. We encourage you to reapply in the future or support our work through outreach, donations, or educational events. 

Thanks for applying to volunteer with us! Please expect several weeks for a response. We interview potential volunteers once a month.

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