Wildlife Q&A

Wildlife Q&A

20/05/07 | Wildlife

Preserve

by Jake Paleczny, Julie Kerr and Lindsay Caskenette | May 7, 2020

5 Min Video - 

We love finding out what makes kids curious!  We asked kids to send us their video questions about the Preserve and Yukon’s wildlife.  Watch the video to hear YWP staff answer:

  1. Do Caribou go in big groups?  And if they do, how big of groups do they go in?
  2. How do mountain goats climb?
  3. Do bunnies only eat carrots or not?
  4. How can people help the wildlife preserve?

Are you a kid? Do you have questions about Yukon Wildlife Preserve or Yukon wildlife? Send your video question to us at info@yukonwildlife.ca. (Some help from parents may be required 😉 )

Jake Paleczny

Jake Paleczny

He/Him - Executive Director/ CEO

Jake Paleczny is passionate about interpretation and education. He gained his interpretative expertise from a decade of work in Ontario’s provincial parks in addition to a Masters in Museum Studies from the University of Toronto. His interests also extend into the artistic realm, with a Bachelor of Music from the University of Western Ontario and extensive experience in galleries and museums.

867-456-7313
jake@yukonwildlife.ca

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Watson Grows

Watson Grows

20/02/27 | Moose, News, Rehabilitation

Preserve

by Lindsay Caskenette | Feb 27, 2020

This story was originally published February 27, 2020 in the e-blast newsletter to Yukon Wildlife Preserve's membership.

Are you a member but don't receive these email Newsletters?  Contact us at info@yukonwildlife.ca to update your email preferences.

Banner photo Watson October 2019.  Credit:  L. Caskenette

Original Story:  Watson Arrives

Watson the Moose ❤
Is growing like a weed! The little orphaned moose calf that came into the Preserve's Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre this past summer, after his mother was struck and killed by a vehicle, is pretty grown up now at almost 10 months old.

He's been learning to live the life of a moose - browsing for food and ruminating alongside our other 3 resident moose including JB, Jesse and our 11 year old bull moose in the 36 acre marsh habitat.

You can see Watson's small developing antler nubs. When spring truly arrives those will start to grow at an impressive rate. We're all excited to see Watson continue to grow healthy and strong!

2020 Photo Updates below

In 2020 Watson, L to R:  grew his first velvet-covered set of antlers August 2020; shed the velvet September 2020; gathered snow October 2020.

Lindsay Caskenette

Lindsay Caskenette

Manager Visitor Services

Lindsay joined the Wildlife Preserve team March 2014. Originally from Ontario, she came to the Yukon in search of new adventures and new career challenges. Lindsay holds a degree in Environmental Studies with honours from Wilfrid Laurier University and brings with her a strong passion for sharing what nature, animals, and the environment can teach us.

867-456-7400
Lindsay@yukonwildlife.ca

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Defining Who We Are

Defining Who We Are

19/10/04 | News

Preserve

by Jake Paleczny | Oct 4, 2019

We have a lot to be thankful for this fall! This summer we received the largest single donation in the Preserve's 15 year history. Steve Smyth donated a whopping $25,000 in August! Its humbling but also energizing to know how much our community values what we're doing.

Steve and I have spoken a lot over the last year about what a donation like this would mean for us. One of the most important things was that this donation would be a signal to the rest of our community. It is a signal that the Preserve is entering a new, exciting phase of growth. It is a signal that the Preserve is ready for this kind of support.

Donation presentation by Steven Smyth to the Yukon Wildlife Preserve preceding the 8th Annual 5Km Fun Run fundraiser for Wildlife Rehabilitation. Pictured from Right to Left: Board of Director Member Melissa Croskery, Kirk Cameron, Vice President Shawna Warshawski, donor Steven Smyth, President Alexandra Tait and Executive Director, Jake Paleczny

 If that's not enough to convince you, I think the new master plan (along with the supporting business plan and marketing plan) will! It's all starting to come together into a cohesive, exciting vision for the next 10-15 years. We've got an incredible site, staff and history to work with. We're thinking hard about how to make the experience better - as well as the role we'll play in our community. Of course the trick is to make sure we don't compromise the best parts of who and what we are.

So what is a "Preserve" then? We know we sometimes struggle to explain what we're all about. "Preserve" might be a bit ambiguous, but it also means we have an opportunity to define it ourselves. So let me try this out on you:

A preserve is an enclosed area of wilderness left largely untouched, where the animals native to the area are protected, cared for and free to roam their natural habitats. This allows people to safely and respectfully get close to the wildlife, to learn about them and grow in understanding and appreciation.

I'd love to hear your thoughts? Does it align?

Drop me a line at jake@yukonwildlife.ca - I'd love to hear from you!

Jake Paleczny

Jake Paleczny

He/Him - Executive Director/ CEO

Jake Paleczny is passionate about interpretation and education. He gained his interpretative expertise from a decade of work in Ontario’s provincial parks in addition to a Masters in Museum Studies from the University of Toronto. His interests also extend into the artistic realm, with a Bachelor of Music from the University of Western Ontario and extensive experience in galleries and museums.

867-456-7313
jake@yukonwildlife.ca

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Watson Thrives

Watson Thrives

19/09/13 | Moose, News, Rehabilitation

Preserve

by Lindsay Caskenette | Sep 13, 2019

This story was originally published September 13, 2019 in the e-blast newsletter to Yukon Wildlife Preserve's membership.

Are you a member but don't receive these email Newsletters?  Contact us at info@yukonwildlife.ca to update your email preferences.

Banner photo Watson September 2019.  Credit: J. Paleczny Video

Next update:  Watson Grows

 Watson the moose calf is thriving! This moose was admitted to the Preserve's rehabilitation centre earlier this spring after his mother was struck and killed by a vehicle. This week we introduced him out to a publically view-able exhibit. Watch along here as Watson makes the journey to his new temporary home and introduction to his new moose family. He's double in size thanks to endless hours of care by our Veterinarian and Animal Care staff.

Lindsay Caskenette

Lindsay Caskenette

Manager Visitor Services

Lindsay joined the Wildlife Preserve team March 2014. Originally from Ontario, she came to the Yukon in search of new adventures and new career challenges. Lindsay holds a degree in Environmental Studies with honours from Wilfrid Laurier University and brings with her a strong passion for sharing what nature, animals, and the environment can teach us.

867-456-7400
Lindsay@yukonwildlife.ca

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Watson Arrives

Watson Arrives

19/06/14 | Moose, News, Rehabilitation

Preserve

by Lindsay Caskenette | Jun 14, 2019

This story was originally published June 14, 2019 in the e-blast newsletter to Yukon Wildlife Preserve's membership.

Are you a member but don't receive these email Newsletters?  Contact us at info@yukonwildlife.ca to update your email preferences.

Banner photo June 2019.  Credit:  L. Caskenette

Next update:  Watson Thrives

If you've been following along with local media, you'll know by now that we have a couple pretty cute moose in our Wildlife Rehabilitation and Research Centre. It's unusual for us to receive two moose within a couple weeks of each other, especially one from Faro and one from Watson Lake. The two appear to be constant companions. Thanks to the expert care of Dr. Maria Hallock and our Animal Care staff, the moose are eating well. But the road ahead is still uncertain - these moose are going through a stressful, challenging experience. We'll keep you updated as they grow and develop!

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In the meantime, we could use your help. The costs of care are not insignificant. Your gift will help us give them (and other animals in need) the best possible veterinary care – and get them back on their feet or wings!

Faro and Watson, July 2019.  Rehabilitation of orphaned moose calves is notoriously challenging.  Sadly, Faro passed away July 6 due to health complications,even as Watson continued in good health as he grew and developed strongly.

 

Lindsay Caskenette

Lindsay Caskenette

Manager Visitor Services

Lindsay joined the Wildlife Preserve team March 2014. Originally from Ontario, she came to the Yukon in search of new adventures and new career challenges. Lindsay holds a degree in Environmental Studies with honours from Wilfrid Laurier University and brings with her a strong passion for sharing what nature, animals, and the environment can teach us.

867-456-7400
Lindsay@yukonwildlife.ca

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