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03/03/2026

World Wildlife Day

Join us at TCWR and learn about all the wildlife we rescue!

03/26/2026

World Bear Day

Join us at TCWR to learn all about the bears that call TCWR their home.

04/05/2026

National Wildlife Week

Come join Turpentine for the weekend to learn the stories of these animals that call us home.

05/15/2026

National Endangered Species Day

Join us to learn about the endangered species that call TCWR home and their wild counterparts!

07/29/2026

International Tiger Day

Join us to learn all about the tigers and those that call TCWR home!

08/10/2026

World Lion Day

Join us to learn all about lions and those that call TCWR home!

09/04/2026

National Wildlife Day

Join us at TCWR to learn about the native wildlife you can find at Turpentine!

11/01/2026

Bam Bam Day

Visit TCWR to celebrate Bam Bam and show him some love!

12/04/2026

World Wildlife Conservation Day

Come and join us at TCWR on Wildlife Conservation Day, December 4th. Did you know many species, from all over the world, are endangered due to harmful actions of humans; from hunting and wildlife trafficking to the destruction of their habitats. Through tours and small talks, discover how you can help stop the number of endangered species from rising and how to help the ones whose numbers are already extremely low.

12/10/2026

International Day of Animal Rights

Visit TCWR for National Animal Rights Day as we discover how we can help stop the abuse that wildlife endure from humans. This is a day dedicated to spread awareness on all wildlife established by the non-profit Our Planet. Theirs Too. Join TCWR staff as we explore different opportunities to become their voice and help stop their suffering.

Teacher Resources

Fun Fact #1

Spotted hyenas can make up to 14 different vocalizations.

Fun Fact #2

Cougars can jump 18 feet straight up in the air and leap 40 feet horizontally.

Fun Fact #3

Black bears have curved claws that help them climb trees.

Fun Fact #4

Servals have proportionally longer legs than any other cat species.

Fun Fact #5

No two tigers have the same stripes; they are all completely unique, just like fingerprints.

Fun Fact #6

The word caracal comes from the Turkish word “karakulak,” which means “black ear.”

Fun Fact #7

Grizzly bears have a shoulder hump that helps with digging and sprinting.

Fun Fact #8

Bobcats get their name from their tails, which appear bobbed.

Fun Fact #9

Asiatic lions are still found in the Gir Forest of India.

Fun Fact #10

White tigers are all cross eyed.

Fun Fact #11

The caracal's closest relatives are servals and the African Golden Cat.

Fun Fact #12

Black bears aren't all black. They can also be brown, blond, cinnamon, blue-gray, or even white.

Fun Fact #13

Spotted hyenas live in clans that are ruled by females.

Fun Fact #14

Fishing cats are excellent swimmers, and will even dive after fish.

Fun Fact #15

A pride of lions is made up of mostly females, who do the hunting.

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