Wildlife In Need Center Holiday Meet & Greet
July 11 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
$2
The Wildlife In Need Center cordially invites everyone to its Wildlife In Need Center Holiday Meet & Greet, summer edition, happening Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the WINC facility in Oconomowoc.
This summer meet and greet is back! Visit the staff at the Wildlife in Need Center for an opportunity to meet the education ambassadors, take photos, get behind the scenes tours, check out the gift shop, and see orphaned mammal feedings. As a special surprise this time, they might be showcasing the newest member of the team—a yet-unnamed Striped Skunk!
Get a rare glimpse of the Wildlife In Need Center’s wildlife rehabilitation hospital. These areas are usually closed off to public. Behind the scenes tours for ages 12 and up must be purchased in advance here: https://www.helpingwildlife.org/events/meet-greet/
The festivities begin at 10:00 am and go to 12:00 noon on Saturday, July 11th.
There will be indoor and outdoor components- weather permitting.
There will be indoor and outdoor components- weather permitting.
This event has a suggested donation of $2 per person. Check out our website at https://www.helpingwildlife.org/events/meet-greet/ for more information.
Please note that, while they do plan to have our ambassadors present, the educators carefully select which animals participate based on welfare considerations. The health and safety of the ambassadors always guide the final decisions.
Since 1994, WINC has provided essential life-saving care for injured, orphaned, and sick wildlife for 69,700 animals. The wildlife education programs, and animal ambassadors continue to meet the demand, delivering over 100 programs a year reaching over 25,000 people. None of this would have been possible without the incredible support from our generous community.
Wildlife in Need Center Holiday Meet & Greet Event Highlights; Summer Edition:
- Meet the Wildlife Ambassadors: Come in person to meet the fascinating Wildlife Animal Ambassadors. Learn their stories and discover fun facts about their species.
- Behind the scenes tour
- Educational displays highlighting the Center’s work to rescue, rehabilitate, and release thousands of injured, orphaned, and sick wild animals each year.
- Suggested Donation: $2 per person upon entry.
100% of funds raised during this event go to support the Wildlife In Need Center and their mission. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to celebrate and connect with Wisconsin’s remarkable wildlife community!
Wildlife animal ambassadors you could potentially view and meet:
- Jewel the Ornate Box Turtle
- Leucius a Virginia Opossum
- Evie the Eastern Fox Snake
- Lenny a Virginia Opossum
- Chase the Striped Skunk
- Twiggy the Midland Painted Turtle
- Willow the Woodchuck
- Acorn and Aspen the Flying Squirrels
This is a great kid-friendly, family event!
Suggested donation upon entry: $2 person
100% of funds raised during this event go to support the Wildlife In Need Center and their mission.
Check out their 14 educational animal ambassadors on their website.
For more information about the Meet & Greet call (262) 965-3090.
The Wildlife In Need Center is a nonprofit organization that provides care for sick, injured, and orphaned indigenous wildlife with the goal of releasing them back to their native habitats. Since its inception in 1994, over 69,700 animals, representing more than 140 species, have been brought to the center.
They operate 365 days a year with a team of dedicated staff and volunteers and are completely funded by private donations and grants. Through the education team, they work extensively with schools and community organizations to create awareness of the important contribution Wisconsin wildlife makes to the region. Located in Oconomowoc, they serve a four-county area: Dodge, Jefferson, Washington and Waukesha.
Each year, their education animal ambassadors reach over 25,000 people through appearances in person and on television about how everyone can live harmoniously with wildlife neighbors. They also educate the community with expert advice via the phone, website and social media.
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