EP80: The Pond Digger Ranch Wildlife Rehabilitation Foundation

Mar 18, 2022

Rehabilitating wildlife is second nature to the Pond Digger crew. Listen in as they share how they finally achieved their 501(c)(3) status, what they learned during their first fundraiser and what they have in store for the Pond Digger Ranch Wildlife Rehabilitation Foundation! 

 

Eric shares his insight on:

• From opossums to great horned owls, how Leslie first started in wildlife rehab 
• The evolution of the wildlife rehabilitation community 
• When Leslie’s pet shop was the epicenter of wildlife rehab
• How social media has made wildlife rehab larger and more accessible 
• Recognizing the need to become a 501(c)(3) organization 
• The impact of the Apple and El Dorado fires on wildlife conservancies 
• The logo behind the Pond Digger Ranch Wildlife Rehabilitation Foundation 
• Fun stories about the 4x4x48 fundraising challenge, sunsets, and tattoos   
• Gratitude for making the nonprofit a reality after 35 years 

Links to resources:

 

The Pond Digger Ranch Wildlife Rehabilitation Foundation - 

https://www.ponddiggerranchwildliferehab.com/home

 

The Pond Digger - https://theponddigger.com/

 

If you’re looking for inspiration and tips for your pond, be sure to follow The Pond Digger’s Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/!

 

You can also check out The Pond Digger’s products at:

http://helixpondfiltration.com/

 

And follow his adventures in the pond world at:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theponddigger/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ThePondDigger/

 

If you have any questions, feel free to email Eric with the subject line “Persuasive Pond Design” at:

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