Community Events
Whale Watching with Captain Paul Watson
Nicole Reggia, director of NTW, joined the onshore volunteers of the Philadelphia Chapter of Sea Shepherd, Captain Paul Watson and Cape May Whale Watcher for the annual “For the Oceans Whale and Dolphin Watch 2017”, bringing awareness to ocean conservation. The crew and volunteers set sail for a day of whale watching off the coast of Cape May, New Jersey, observing marine mammals in their natural habitat. Speakers on board the ship included Captain Paul Watson, Direct Action Crew members, and Sea Shepherd Philadelphia’s own Cove Guardians.
Captain Paul Watson (Animal Planet’s Whale Wars) has been at the helm of the world’s most active non-profit organization for 40 years and is responsible for the protection and defense of marine animals worldwide. The Sea Shepherd Conservation Society helps to end the destruction of habitat and slaughter of wildlife in the world’s oceans. Sea Shepherd takes action to investigate, document, and take action when necessary to expose and confront illegal activities on the high seas. By safeguarding the biodiversity of our delicately-balanced ocean ecosystems, Sea Shepherd works to ensure their survival for future generations.
read more about The Controversial Conservation Group That’s Saving the Ocean
The Great Outdoor Adventure
Now That’s Wild team members, environmental scientist Stephanie Berardi and animal trainer and educator Brian Rothman, hosted The Great Outdoor Adventure at the Market Fair Mall in Princeton, New Jersey. Stylin Steph Productions, founded by Stephanie Berardi, created the nature event which was attended by several environmental organizations, land preserves, and vendors. In addition to hands-on animal interaction, crafts, and education, children had an opportunity to feed the butterflies in our live butterfly tent.
Butterfly Hike with The Friends of the Wissahickon
NTW joined The Friends of the Wissahickon for a mini nature safari. Butterfly expert Kris Soffa led the group through the beautiful Andorra Natural Area in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, offering tips on how to raise butterflies at home. Kris discussed how to identify common butterflies and how to
identify pollinator and caterpillar host plants to attract butterflies to your home and garden.
Friends of the Wissahickon is a non-profit preservation and restoration organization in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is the oldest and largest of the volunteer groups active in Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park system.
Please Visit: www.fow.org
Join the Herd!
Now That’s Wild’s team member Dr. Jessica Dimuzio hosted a free storytelling and craft event called “Stampede for Elephants” at the Barnes & Noble bookstore to bring awareness to the conservation efforts to save wild elephants. Jessica is an award-winning author, storyteller, conservation educator and a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania’s veterinary medicine program.
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society
A Call to Art
Now That’s Wild’s nascent animal and nature lovers have shared their animal art in the spirit of awareness, creativity and appreciation of the natural world.
