Field Trip to
Noah's Ark Animal Rehabilitation Center
Thursday, April 6, 2006
10:00AM – 1:00PM
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In May of 2005, the Georgia Chapter of Compassionate Kids^SM visited Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary in Locust Grove, Georgia (about 40 minutes south of Atlanta). That event was a tremendous success (see the photo gallery), and we have arranged an additional visit this year scheduled for April 6, 2006.

This event is appropriate for all ages: Toddlers, teens, and adults will all appreciate various aspects of this event.

The philosophy of Noah's Ark is to bring children and animals together to provide a unique approach to rehabilitation for both. In addition to a group home for children in foster care, Noah's Ark facilities include an animal rehabilitation clinic and sanctuary.

Located on 250 acres in Locust Grove, Georgia, they provide a loving home for abused, unwanted, and orphaned animals. Noah's Ark is not a zoo or humane society but a place dedicated to the care and treatment of wildlife, domestic livestock, exotic animals, and birds.

The care of wildlife can be a lengthy and complex process depending on the species and the extent of injuries. If injuries are so debilitating that the animal cannot be released, it will stay at Noah's Ark the remainder of its life in as natural a habitat as possible. Exotic animals, such as tigers, primates, etc., having no "home" in North America, receive permanent residence at Noah's Ark. Presently, Noah's Ark has about 800 permanent "residents."

PLEASE BRING DONATIONS

Noah's Ark does not charge for admission, but they rely upon donations to keep the operation running. We suggest a donation of $5.00 donation per person. Additional supplies they could use include all types of non-perishable food, blankets, towels, bedding, etc. A complete list of their donation needs is available through their website.

PLEASE RSVP

Please RSVP on our website RSVP form:
www.compassionatekids.com/rsvp.html

There is no rain date available. If the weather is mildly wet, just bring your rain gear. If the weather is prohibitive, a cancellation will be sent via email to those who have submitted an RSVP.

PLEASE MEET PROMPTLY AND SIGN PHOTO RELEASE FORMS FOR TV SHOW

We will meet at 10:00 am in the meadow next to the Welcome Center where there are gazebos and bird displays. There will be a television crew on site filming Naomi's New Morning, Naomi Judd's national TV show that airs on the Hallmark Channel. Upon arrival, please make sure you sign the release forms so they may use the footage of our group.

COME PREPARED

This field trip includes lots of walking on (flat, smooth) nature trails. Be sure to dress with very comfortable walking shoes! Strollers are highly recommended, as well as sunscreen and a bottle of water. We will tour the animal areas together; and afterwards, there are picnic tables available, so be sure to bring your picnic lunch for after the tour. Keep in mind that contact with animals and animal habitats means extra germs. There are restroom facilities for proper hand washings after the tour (before your optional picnic lunch), but parents may also want to use bring and use hand sanitizer for use on the trail.

CONTACT INFO

Noah's Ark Animal Rehabilitation Center, Inc.
712 LG-Griffin Road
Locust Grove, GA 30248-4317
(About 40 minutes south of Atlanta)
Web: www.noahs-ark.org
Email: noah@noahs-ark.org
Phone: (770) 957-0888
View directions from Noahs-Ark.org.
View map on Mapquest.

Compassionate Kids, Inc.
Contact Person: Kelly Palmatier
RSVP: www.compassionatekids.com/rsvp.html
Web: www.compassionatekids.com
Email: info@compassionatekids.com
Phone: (770) 467-0050

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