Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary hosts the 19th annual Walk for Wildlife

The 19th annual Walk for Wildlife will be on September 21 from 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit the wildlife rehabilitation program (R-PAWS). The 2024 mascot is Peaches, the Salmon-Crested Cockatoo! Learn more about Peaches by clicking here.

Over 6,500 orphaned, injured, and ill wild animals are found by the public and brought to the Wildlife Sanctuary every year in need of help. They rely on donations for specialized formulas and food, different caging for healing and development, medicine, enrichment, and many more items. With volunteers, donations, and this fundraiser, the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary's R-PAWS program gives each animal the chance they deserve to become wild again!

"The Walk for Wildlife is a great opportunity for everyone to share in the natural wonders that the Sanctuary holds," said Lori Bankson, Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary Curator of Animals. "It's a great way to enjoy the outdoors while raising necessary funds for local wildlife rehabilitation! We couldn't do it without our staff, volunteers, participants, donors, and sponsors."

Event Details:

• Visit live animal stations while walking 2.5 miles of scenic trails. Stop at each station to meet Sanctuary animal ambassadors!
• See the animals up close, take photos, and learn about them from awesome volunteers! Animal stations will remain open until 12:30 p.m.
• All walkers receive a collector's pin with Peaches' face and long-sleeved t-shirt. Packet pickup will be on Friday, September 20 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the Nature Center.
• Bring a water bottle as water filling stations will be available, but please leave pets at home.
• Two food trucks
• Live music from the Good News Band
• Raffles! Buy tickets for only $1, 6 for $5, or the famous wingspan (25 tickets) for $20. Bring an item from our wish list for an additional raffle ticket!
• Participants may choose to raise more money with pledges to help more critters!
• Raise over $75 in donations and receive a free field guide!
• There is a virtual walk option as well. Walk the trails anytime at the Wildlife Sanctuary or anywhere in your neighborhood and receive your shirt and Walk button. See the registration link for details.

Registration:

• Online: WalkWildlife.com
• Mail: Fill out the registration form and return it with check payment to the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary Walk for Wildlife, 1660 East Shore Dr, Green Bay, WI 54302
• In-person at the Wildlife Sanctuary
• Pre-register until noon on Friday, September 20, or register the day-of from 8:00-11:00 a.m.

Registration is $10 for ages 13+ ($20 with shirt), $5 for ages 6-12 ($10 with shirt), and kids ages 5 and under are free.

Media Contact: Lori Bankson, Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary Curator of Animals: (920) 391-3683 or [email protected]

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