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feeding rhino [Click here to view full size picture]

I was given a great gift . . . the opportunity to visit some sanctuaries in Kenya, Africa. Here I am feeding a baby black rhino. She is 18 months old. I also got to feed a baby white rhino that was 3 months old. This trip to Kenya was so incredible that words cannot describe the feelings I have had. It is a beautiful country full of wonderful animals and people. If any of you would like to travel there and go on safari - please contact me for reccomendations. We went with friends at Ker and Downey Safaris,Ltd. out of Nairobi, Kenya - they are renowned for their wonderful safaris. Each day was a dream come true and more - for me. Our guides, Ninian Lowis and Sean Dundas were lovely and taught us all so much about the country and the animals living there. WOW - I love Kenya!

giraffe [Click here to view full size picture]

Here I was able to feed and even kiss some giraffes!! I also got to visit an elephant santuary where I was able to feed baby elephants their bottles. I felt so thankful to be able to experience these special places!

mouse [Click here to view full size picture]

This little deer mouse was found abandoned. He is working hard to live and is a fine guest at our sanctuary. He is so tiny!

Thumper [Click here to view full size picture]

Thumper is a baby cottontail rabbit that was brought to our facility after being attacked by a cat. Since his arrival we have gotten in two other cottontail babies. They both were attacked by cats too. All are on antibiotics and are working hard to live. They are darling little bunnies!

Rosemary and Toots [Click here to view full size picture]

Rosemary is an antelope fawn and Toots is a deer fawn. They were both brought to our sanctuary because of human intervention. They are great friends!

Born Free Wildlife Rehab chooses to keep all deer, elk and antelope in our care for one year before releasing them back into the wild.

Rosemary and Toots were released together in May 2005! Look below for a picture of their release.

Release of Rosemary and Toots [Click here to view full size picture]

Here is a picture of the beautiful ranch where we release all our ungulates. The release was a success and both have met up with the wild herds in the wilderness. I like to think that Rosemary and Toots will always be friends and as the antelope and deer herds pass eachother they will rub noses and check in to see if they both are doing well and living a good life.

Pi- bird [Click here to view full size picture]

Pi- bird is a lucky little fellow. He was found in downtown Steamboat by one of the bike officers. He was just growing in his feathers. The officer took him to Maggie Smith at the Animal Shelter who gave him lots of tender loving care over the night. Then she brought him out to Born Free at 6 am in the morning - before she took a LONG bike ride to shape up for Ride the Rockies! Now that takes dedication to animals to take the time to bring him to me so he wouldn't die while she rode her bike all day.

robin [Click here to view full size picture]

Long John Silver is a robin flegling who was found in town. He had been injured by a cat. Dr. Lee Meyring at Steamboat Vet Clinic had to amputate his leg, but he is doing great and eating lots of worms!

paddle [Click here to view full size picture]

Paddle is a little mallard duckling. A woman found him on a trail she was hiking far from water and with no mom around. He is doing great, swimming in a pool and growing every minute. He will be released in late summer.

coon [Click here to view full size picture]

Each year we get in many baby raccoons to rehabilitate. This year we have in eight of them. They always make us laugh and all are very good to each other. We will release them in great habitat but far, far away from any people.

Will be released Aug. 2005!

Tickle [Click here to view full size picture]

Tickle is a little fox kit. He was brought to me in May 05 when he was found by some people during a rain storm. He kept wandering down by their dog kennels. He was just days old in this picture. He has grown into a beautiful healthy juvenile fox and will be released in early August 05.

long earred owl [Click here to view full size picture]

This little owl is a long earred owl. His brothers and sister were killed by some crows that attacked his nest. He was brought to me in good health. I transferred him to Birds of Prey rehabilitation in Broomfield, CO so he could be with others of his kind. When Sigrid thinks he is ready for release he will come back to me to be released near where his nest was found.

eagle [Click here to view full size picture]

Every time a Bald Eagle is brought to Born Free I feel it is a great gift. They seem full of wisdom and are so strong. This eagle is no exception. He was brought in very dehydrated and skinny. He seems to be sick and we will be testing to see what he has. Dr. Mike Gotchey at Steamboat Vet Hospital has been giving him great care. His courage is remarkable and we hope for his recovery.

Angelina [Click here to view full size picture]

In the story section of my website you can read about this deer, Angelina, in a story titled, "The Girls." Here is a picture of Angelina's release in late May of 2004. She was very excited to see a herd of deer nearby and was off to live free! I will miss her dearly.

Jeremiah is a bobcat kitten who was brought to our sanctuary in August 04. He grew to be a very big cat! In December 04 he was transferred to another wildlife rehabilitator , Susan Dietrich, who had two bobcat kittens wintering over. The two kittens were female and Jeremiah loved being with other bobcats. What a gift Jeremiah has been to our family! We released Jeremiah with his girlfriends in May 2005 on Mother's Day. It was a special day. Jeremiah is on the cover of Steamboat magazine's summer issue.

4H volunteers [Click here to view full size picture]

Andy, Eddie and Amanda are part of our local 4H club and have volunteered many hours cleaning cages, painting barns, and fencing. I thank them with all of my heart!