CROW calls for volunteers as busy season approaches
CROW has roughly 4000 animals passing through its doors on an annual basis with a massive increase in admissions between the months of September and March.
AS the busy season approaches, the Centre for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) is calling on the community to play their part in protecting nature and the wildlife. As an NGO dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of indigenous wild animals, CROW has roughly 4000 animals passing through its doors on an annual basis with a massive increase in admissions between the months of September through to March.
“The greater Durban area is home to a number of indigenous wildlife species. We are fortunate to live together with these wonderful creatures but human activities lead to large numbers of wild animals being injured, displaced and orphaned. With so many species under threat from urbanisation, pollution, misinformation and a growing illegal pet trade, it is up to all of us to change mindsets, and forge a future for those without a voice. CROW stands as a beacon of hope to wild animals in need,” said CROW’s volunteer coordinator, Edward Bartholomew.
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The only requirement to become a volunteer is a love for wildlife and willingness to make a difference, he said. “We will teach volunteers the skills they need. We can teach them individually when they sign up,” added Bartholomew.
“While CROW is run and managed by a small, dedicated team of full time staff, the organisation depends on the assistance of volunteers. Working and volunteering in wildlife rehabilitation is a demanding yet fantastically rewarding experience,” said Bartholomew.
“Volunteers play a role in all the different aspects of the centre’s operation and assist the staff in numerous different tasks. Tasks range from assisting with the daily preparation of animal feed and feeding of animals, to assisting with fundraising and administrative tasks. It doesn’t have to be manual labour. Help with admin work would free up our nurses so they can focus on the clinic. Even if someone is free to come and answer the phones for a few hours, that would help,” he said.
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CROW appreciates the assistance given by everyone willing to volunteer and aims to create an environment of personal enrichment and growth for the volunteers.
Call Edward Bartholomew on 031 462 1127, email volunteer@CROWKZN.co.za.
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