Northern Colorado Wildlife Center

Looking for a memorable, hands-on way to connect people with wildlife and the natural world? Our environmental education programs are interactive, engaging, and thoughtfully tailored to the age and interests of your audience. From classrooms and community groups to corporate teams, HOAs, and assisted living facilities, each program is designed to spark curiosity, build understanding, and leave participants with a deeper appreciation for the wildlife we share our spaces with. Many of our programs feature live ambassador animals and real-world stories from the field, creating an experience that’s both educational and unforgettable. Whether you’re hoping to inspire young learners, encourage coexistence, or simply bring something truly unique to your group, we’d love to be part of it. Programs are now booking. Learn more and reserve a date at www.nocowildlife.org/education-programs . . #FortCollins #Education #Community #STEM #Animallover

Northern Colorado Wildlife Center is hosting our Baby Bash Benefit Concert on April 10th at Club Tico to raise critical funds for our wildlife nursery, where thousands of orphaned animals receive formula, warm incubators, and hands-on care each year. We are currently seeking mission-aligned business sponsors to help make this event possible while gaining meaningful community visibility and recognition. Sponsorship is a powerful way to support local wildlife, connect with an engaged audience, and be part of a fun, high-impact community event. Businesses interested in sponsoring or learning more, including those seeking custom-priced sponsorship packages, are encouraged to contact us at 970-283-7822 or info@nocowildlife.org. . . #music #sponsorship #Wildliferehab #Colorado #FortCollins

Our baby snapping turtles are growing stronger every day! They’re practicing their camouflage skills, settling into their habitats, and continuing to eat like crazy as they build the strength they’ll need to thrive in the wild. Along with all that growth, they’re receiving daily hands-on care and ongoing veterinary oversight to ensure they stay healthy and on track for a successful release. Right now, we’re running a $1,000 baby turtle sponsorship fundraiser, and we’re hoping to find a few more turtle heroes willing to help cover their next meals and several months of care. Each $1,000 donor earns the naming rights to one of these hatchlings, along with a symbolic adoption certificate and an invitation to their spring release. If you’d like to help support these turtles, you can make a tax-deductible donation at: https://www.coloradogives.org/donate/Nocowildlife You can also mail or drop off a gift to our center at: Northern Colorado Wildlife Center 2637 Midpoint Drive, Sui...

Wondering how you can support Northern Colorado Wildlife Center? We make it easy! We accept multiple forms of donation, so you can give in the way that works best for you—online, in person, or by mail. Every gift, no matter the size or method, directly supports the care of injured, orphaned, and ill wildlife across Northern Colorado. Your generosity fuels lifesaving medical care, daily husbandry, education, and conservation work. Thank you for being part of this mission and for helping wildlife when they need it most.

Looking to hire a guest speaker who can educate, inspire, and truly connect your audience to wildlife and conservation? Meet Tallon Nightwalker, founder of Northern Colorado Wildlife Center and an award-winning wildlife conservation professional with more than 25 years of hands-on experience in wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and education. Tallon brings audiences behind the scenes of a working wildlife hospital, blending real-world stories from the field with practical guidance, science-based education, and meaningful conversations about coexistence, conservation careers, and preventing human–wildlife conflict. From learning how to safely help injured or orphaned animals to understanding what sustainability really looks like in care-based professions, Tallon’s presentations are engaging, informative, and grounded in lived experience. Audiences leave with actionable knowledge, a clearer understanding of wildlife rehabilitation, and a deeper appreciation for the natural wor...

It’s Wishlist Wednesday, and today we’re asking for help stocking one of the most critical supplies in our wildlife hospital: formula powder. During baby season, orphaned wildlife arrive hungry, fragile, and completely dependent on specialized milk replacers to survive. From tiny squirrels and rabbits to other young mammals, the right formula at the right time can truly mean the difference between life and death. These products are species-specific, time-sensitive, and used daily by our team during intensive care. If you’re looking for a simple way to make an immediate impact, purchasing an item from our wishlist is one of the most direct ways to help. Every container goes straight into patient care and helps us be ready when the next baby arrives. You can shop our wishlist here: https://a.co/2XODgLa (Link also in our linktree) Thank you for helping us care for the most vulnerable wildlife in our community. . . . #wildlife #wishlistwednesday #animalrescue #formula #wishlist

We’re excited to officially launch our newest NCWC t-shirt design! This design celebrates one of the animals we know and love best, while directly supporting the lifesaving work happening at Northern Colorado Wildlife Center every single day. The design is available in multiple styles and colors, making it easy to find one that fits your style, and starts at $25.99. Every purchase helps fund wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and education across Colorado, from emergency medical care to long-term recovery and release. Wearing your support helps spark conversations about coexistence and reminds others that wildlife needs advocates, too. Thank you for repping wildlife, supporting local conservation, and helping us continue this important work. Get yours here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/northern-colorado-wildlife-center/ . . . #tshirt #fundraiser #wildliferehabilitation #animalrescue #squirrel 

Happy Wishlist Wednesday 💚 Keeping a wildlife hospital clean isn’t optional — it’s lifesaving. Disinfectants like Rescue and Chlorhexidine are used every single day at our center to prevent the spread of disease and protect vulnerable patients as they heal. From tiny songbirds to reptiles and mammals, a clean environment is critical to every recovery story. If you’re looking for an easy way to make an immediate impact, these items are currently at the top of our wishlist and can be shipped directly to us through Chewy or Amazon. Wishlist here: https://a.co/2XODgLa Even one bottle makes a difference! Thank you for helping us keep our wildlife hospital safe, healthy, and ready for every animal who needs us. 💚 . . #WishlistWednesday #Disinfectant #Hospital #Chlorhexidine #Rescue 

The first MyGivingCircle Grants Round of 2026 has officially begun, and we’d love your help — it’s completely free to support us. To qualify for this grants round, we only need 20 new votes or for someone to make a donation. That’s it — and every single vote truly matters. Vote for Northern Colorado Wildlife Center (takes less than a minute): https://mygivingcircle.org/northern-colorado-wildlife-center/vote Voting is quick, free, and makes a real difference for the injured and orphaned wildlife who rely on us every day. If you’re able, sharing this post with friends or family helps us reach even more supporters! Thank you for standing with us — we truly couldn’t do this work without you! . . #Vote #MyGivingCircle #Wildlife #AnimalRescue #NoCo

We admitted our first bat patient of 2026 — a little brown bat found grounded and active during a time of year when bats should still be hibernating. During the winter months, these little brown bats rely on hibernation to survive when flying insects are scarce. Human-caused disturbances and increasingly abnormal weather patterns can interrupt that natural cycle, causing bats to wake too early. Without access to insects for food, animals like this quickly become weak and distressed. That’s where our team is able to step in. This little brown bat will remain in our care through the remainder of winter, where we can provide warmth, nutrition, and close monitoring until conditions outside are safe again. Once spring arrives and food sources are reliably available, this bat will be released back into the wild where it can thrive. Cases like this are a reminder of how closely wildlife is tied to seasonal rhythms — and how important it is to respond with care when those rhythms a...

As we welcome the new year and begin our 10th year of service, Northern Colorado Wildlife Center is proud to share an important leadership update. We’re excited to announce that Michela Dunbar has stepped into the role of Executive Director. A Colorado native, Michela brings years of hands-on experience and steady leadership to this position, along with strong professional credentials. She is a Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator through Colorado Parks and Wildlife, a Certified Wildlife Rehabilitator with the International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council, and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology from Colorado State University. She is also currently studying to become a certified veterinary technician. Over the course of her career, Michela has had the privilege of serving more than 10,000 animals, including injured and orphaned wildlife admitted to licensed wildlife rehabilitation centers, as well as abandoned and stray exotic animals. This breadth of experience has shaped her ...