EDUCATIONAL OFFERINGS
Our mission extends beyond animal care.
Through education and outreach, we connect people of all ages with local wildlife, conservation, and how they can make a difference.
The Education Program operates alongside our Animal Care work, offering structured learning opportunities both on-site and throughout the community.
For questions, scheduling, or pricing inquiries, please contact our Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator Olivia Harrington at oharrington@riwildliferehab.org
K–12 School Programs
-In-school visits
-Seasonal on-site visits (October–March)
Interactive programs that introduce students to our organization, how wildlife rehabilitation works, and ways they can help wildlife in their own communities. Programs include a hands-on activity and can be tailored to the age, curriculum needs, and learning styles of each classroom.
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Grade-level appropriate programming
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Customizable content
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Hands-on learning components
Pricing available upon inquiry
Homeschool & Scout Programs
-Off Site Visits
-Seasonal on-site visits (October–March)
Designed for homeschool groups, scout troops, and similar organizations, these intentional visits can take place in our nursery classroom during our off-season. Offerings may include rolling curriculum visits or themed programs aligned with conservation, biology, and wildlife care.
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Small-group learning environment
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Multi-visit curriculum options available
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On site Seasonal availability
Pricing available upon inquiry
Community Group Visits & Presentations
Libraries, community centers, clubs, and colleges
Educational programs tailored for all ages-from young children to adults, including college and university audiences. Offerings may include interactive programs for youth audiences as well as lectures, talks, and presentations for teen, college, and adult groups.
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Programs adapted for age and audience
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Wildlife education, conservation topics, and clinic insights
Pricing available upon inquiry
Youth Programs (Ages 13–17)
Hands-on programs for teens interested in wildlife, animal care, conservation, and related career pathways. Participants engage in structured activities that build skills, responsibility, and understanding of wildlife rehabilitation.
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Career exploration
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Skill-building activities
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Program offerings vary by season
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Enrollment March through November
Internships
Internship opportunities provide deeper exposure to wildlife rehabilitation, education, and nonprofit operations. Internship tracks may include animal care as well as media, communications, and marketing, depending on seasonal needs and applicant interests.
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Educational and experiential focus
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Application-based placement
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Opportunities vary by department and season
Senior Project Collaborations
We partner with students completing senior projects or capstone requirements. Projects may include research, education initiatives, outreach materials, media development, or service-based work.
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Project menu available
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Individualized collaboration
Community Service Opportunities
Service projects designed for individuals or small groups looking to support our mission through hands-on work.
Examples may include:
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Yard and habitat cleanup
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Seasonal facility projects
Availability varies based on clinic needs.
Interested in Volunteering with Education?
We welcome volunteers interested in supporting our education and outreach programs as Education Mentors. Education volunteers may assist with school programs, community presentations, youth programming, and on-site educational activities.
A background or interest in wildlife and conservation is preferred in addition to background or interest in education. Volunteers should be comfortable working with youth and community audiences and representing our mission professionally.
To learn more about education volunteer opportunities and what the role entails,
please contact oharrington@riwildliferehab.org