A new feature in National Geographic, “Captive Elephants Freed From a Life in Chains highlights EAI’s work in Nepal. Carol tells the magazine that “getting [the elephants] ‘chain-free and pain free’ … [Read more...]
Unchained: New Documentary on EAI
A new documentary on the work of Carol Buckley and EAI improving elephant welfare throughout Asia has been selected for the 15th annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival. “Unchained” follows … [Read more...]
Tiger Tops Elephant Camp is proving to be an amazing experience for all
When teacher and student connect, the elephants benefit! EAI's Elephant Foot Care Workshop at Tiger Tops Elephant Camp is proving to be an amazing experience for all Herds of wild elephants grazing … [Read more...]
In Memory of Hanako
When I met Hanako less than two months ago, it was obvious to me that she was nearing the end of her life. Hanako had spent close to seven decades in one of the most deprived environments I've … [Read more...]
Hanako
Three days have passed since I was in Japan to meet Hanako and assess her welfare. Hanako has lived at the Inokashira Park Zoo for the majority of her 69 years. Her small concrete exhibit, … [Read more...]
The Measure of Success
EAI's Chain Free Means Pain Free project, which frees elephant from chains is the first of its kind in Asia. Honestly I was surprised to learn that such an effort had never before been attempted for … [Read more...]
Elephant Slaves
Another predawn awakening, like a recurring dream. I’m woken abruptly from a deep sleep by the heart wrenching cries of a suffering elephant. All I can do is swing open my window and yell into the … [Read more...]
Chain Free in Thailand
Lotus stood perfectly still while her mahout removed the chain from her ankle. Next came Pang Dow and, last, Wassana, a land mine victim who lost part of her foot several years ago in an … [Read more...]
Male Elephants in Captivity
Caring for male elephants in captivity is a challenge at best. Attempts to provide a quality of life within the parameters dictated by their captivity produce poor results. Their size, natural … [Read more...]
Rhinos and reunions
Chitwan National Park's annual rhino count is underway. 50 government elephants, from all over Nepal, take part in the survey. Elephants and their mahouts fan out through the jungle, covering … [Read more...]
Changing minds, changing culture
This release was a surprise to all of us and the reason we build a chain-free corral for each elephant, even if we are told the elephant will remain on chains. You just never know what will happen … [Read more...]
Ganesha Kali and her calf are chain free!
Ganesha Kali and her unnamed calf were the first to be released in a procession of another seven elephants in our Chain Free Means Pain Free program. Their mahout was surprisingly receptive to … [Read more...]
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