What is the Wildlife Waystation?

 

A national, non-profit, 160 acre, fully licensed, holding, rehabilitation, medical and problem solving refuge for wild and exotic animals.

 

What services does the Waystation offer?

 

The ranch offers a 24-hour, seven day-a-week wild animal response service and education center. The Waystation annually processes more than 60,000 telephone phone calls.

 

Are there other organizations that do the same thing?

 

No, not all of the services that we perform.

 

Where is the Wildlife Waystation located?

 

In the Angeles National Forest above the San Fernando Valley at 14831 Little Tujunga Canyon Road, just five miles up Little Tujunga Canyon Road from the 210 freeway.

 

When and who founded the Wildlife Waystation?

 

Martine Colette, director of the Wildlife WayStation, founded the concept of the WayStation in 1976.

 

Why was the Wildlife Waystation started?

 

There were no facilities set up to deal with wild and exotic animals and the problems they face.

 

How many animals live at the Wildlife Waystation?

 

At least 400 plus animals are currently housed at the facility. In the past at least 5,000 animals made their way through the facility annually.

 

What types of animals live at the Waystation?

 

The ranch is home to lions, tigers, leopards, mountain lions, jaguars, bobcats, American black bears, brown bears, primates, deer, coyotes, wolves, raccoons, birds, snakes, alligators, turtles, and many more.

 

Is the Wildlife Waystation a non-profit organization?

 

Yes. It was incorporated in 1976 as a 501(c)(3) Charitable Corporation in the state of California. The ranch is solely supported by donations with no government funding. Funds to run the refuge come through contributions, donations, memberships, animal sponsorships, bequests, and fund-raising events.

 

Where do the animals come from?

 

Abused, injured, ill, abandoned, and orphaned animals come to the Wildlife WayStation from all over the country and the world.

 

What is a wild animal?

 

A wild animal is a native animal found in the North American continent. Examples are mountain lions, bobcats, black bears, and raccoons.

 

What is an exotic animal?

 

Animals found outside the North American continent. Examples are lions, tigers and leopards.

 

What happens to the animals you receive?

 

Many are placed in reputable zoos or animal parks. Others remain at the WayStation until they can be relocated. Some make the facility their permanent home.

 

Can you care for injured animals?

 

Yes. The Wildlife WayStation has an animal hospital as well as animal technicians and veterinarians available to handle sick and injured animals.

 

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

 

How can I become a member of the Wildlife Waystation?

 

Membership is available in a variety of categories. Visit our website at www.wildlifewaystation.org or call the office at (818) 899-5201

 

What are my benefits as a member of the Waystation?

 

You will receive Wildlife Waystation’s annual newsmagazine as well as special discounts that are available only to members.

 

How do I become an animal sponsor?

 

Visit our website at www.wildlifewaystation.org for details. Sponsors can choose the animal or type of animal they want to sponsor. Please call the office at (818) 899-5201 for additional information.

 

What are my benefits as an animal sponsor?

 

You receive a picture of “your” animals, a sponsor certificate, species information about your animal, Wildlife Waystation’s annual newsmagazine and automatic renewal of Wildlife WayStation membership for each year you sponsor an animal, as well as, special sponsor events.

 

What if I can’t afford to fully sponsor an animal?

 

The Share-A-Support program allows you to share the support of an animal with others.

 

What is the minimum amount to sponsor an animal?

 

$10 per month. All payments can be made either monthly, quarterly, biannually or annually.

 

Does the Wildlife Waystation have a volunteer program?

 

Yes! We need help in education, merchandising, special events, compound work, ranch maintenance, enclosure building, membership and other areas.

 

Does the Wildlife Waystation have a training program for volunteers?

 

Yes, information on seminars and training is available by calling the Wildlife WayStation office at (818) 899-5201.