Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation Inc

Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation, Inc (MWR), founded in 1995, is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization committed to caring for native wildlife and educating our community on the importance of wildlife appreciation, preservation and protection.  MWR cares for hundreds of injured and orphaned wild birds and reptiles annually, returning rehabilitated animals to their natural habitat. In addition, MWR offers educational programs for schools, community festivals, and civic groups reaching thousands of people each year.  

                                                              Valery Smith releasing American Bald Eagle

To honor the vision of our late founder, Valery Smith, plans are currently underway to build the Arkabutla Lake Wildlife Rehabilitation and Nature Center  located on 154 acres in Desoto County, MS. The land lease made possible by the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers will allow MWR, Inc. to establish a center that is the first of its kind in the area! 

The future ARK, will allow for hands-on exhibits, outdoor classrooms, a rehabilitation location for injured wildlife and house our Education Birds of Prey which includes the goal of adding a Bald Eagle to our ambassadors. To learn more visit:  https://www.mswildliferehab.org/build-the-ark/