Elephant Aid International

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  • EAI to Offer 2nd Annual Foot Care Workshop in Nepal

    EAI to Offer 2nd Annual Foot Care Workshop in Nepal


    EAI will offer our 2nd annual Foot Care Workshop in Nepal in October. Watch for the announcement!

     


    Elephant Aid International aims to educate mahouts about foot care to improve both their status in society and the welfare of captive-held elephants in their care! View the video here.

     


    We are currently fundraising for the elephant fence for ERNA. This specially designed fence will cost $14 per foot, $140,000 will complete the first of three phases. The sooner we build the fence, the sooner the elephants will arrive. Please consider contributing — even the smallest donations help greatly. Select Elephant Refuge North America on the Donate page.

     


    Read the latest ERNA news, donation needs, employment opportunities, and more in April’s EAI newsletter. Want first-access in the future? Sign up: elephantaidinternational.org/e-news

     


    Java supervises the volunteers during volunteer days! Do you want to volunteer to help build ERNA? We could use the support! There are many upcoming volunteer dates throughout the spring and summer. Become a volunteer today!

  • Bring Unchained to a Festival Near You!

    Bring Unchained to a Festival Near You!

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    Have you signed up for an ERNA volunteer day yet? Duties can include cleaning up old dump sites where debris was discarded; dismantling cow fencing and removing barbed wire from pastures; seeding along the new fence line to establish grass growth; or simply tiding up areas in preparation for our new fence and barn construction. We need your help! THANK YOU.

     


    Stay informed: Check out the top 5 things you need to know about Elephant Refuge North America.

     

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    Want UNCHAINED to be at a film festival close to you? Here’s what you do. (1) Get the name of the Festival. (2) Find out their submission fee for a full length documentary (it will be listed on the Festival’s site). (3) Go to UNCHAINED site.  Provide the name of the Festival along with a donation for the submission fee. Alex Rivera will take care of submitting UNCHAINED and will send you a submission confirmation. Easy Pezzy!

     


    This photo shows our security/perimeter fence near completion. Our NEXT project is to construct the internal second layer of fencing for ERNA. It will consist of 30,000 feet of elephant-proof fencing, constructed of eight-foot high, eight-inch posts with three horizontal strands of ½-inch galvanized cable. The total cost will amount to $412,000. Please consider donating to assist us in reaching our goal — even the smallest contribution is a huge help.

     


    Two new dates have been added to Elephant Refuge North America Volunteer Days! Sign up today!

  • EAI Is Hiring a Development Consultant

    EAI Is Hiring a Development Consultant


    Our next ERNA project is to construct the internal second layer of fencing. The sooner we build the fence, the sooner the elephants will be able to arrive. Please donate (and designate your donation for Elephant Refuge North America) to help us reach our goal!

     

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    We are hiring a Development Consultant who will be responsible for all fundraising initiatives and activities for Elephant Aid International. View the position and apply here.

     

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    CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS: Your help is needed! Sign up for a day to volunteer (4/8, or 4/9) for ERNA work by following the link here. Each volunteer day will be limited to 20 volunteers and we expect them to fill up fast, so be sure to sign up early!

     


    In honor of the International Day of Happiness (March 20), consider bringing joy to retired elephants by contributing to ERNA. Click here.

     

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    The Cape Ann Cinema will feature a screening of UNCHAINED on Sunday, May 21st at 6:30pm. UNCHAINED is a documentary following the work on Carol Buckley and EAI. Both Carol Buckley and director Alex Rivera will be present at the screening and the weekend fundraising events sponsored by Cape Ann Fresh Food and Direct Aid Nepal. Be sure to join us by purchasing your tickets here!

  • Chain Free Corral Project Has Released 106 Elephants

    Chain Free Corral Project Has Released 106 Elephants

    Carol was recently interviewed for KBOO radio’s Voices for the Animals program. “Listen and prepare to be inspired and moved by this remarkable journey of love and hope.”

     

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    FACT: With the help of EAI, a total of 106 elephants have been released from chains forever in Nepal, Thailand and India. Read more about the project here.

     


    To provide privacy for the resident elephants and security for the neighbors, Elephant Aid International is constructing a double fence system for Elephant Refuge North America. 30,000 feet of 8 foot high fencing takes some time and effort to install and our crew from Topnotch Fencing is doing an amazing job!

     


    We’re creating the next generation of sanctuary for elephants in captivity… And we couldn’t continue this incredible journey without you. Please consider donating by clicking here — every dollar helps. Thank you for your support!

  • Georgia Outdoors to Track Development of ERNA

    Georgia Outdoors to Track Development of ERNA

    Elephant Aid International has joined Evite’s charitable network: Pledgeling. When using Evite to send invitations, you can now request donations to EAI instead of gifts. Perfect for any elephant-loving party planner! Learn more here.

     


    Sharon Collins from GPB’s Georgia Outdoors and cameraman Shane visited Elephant Refuge North America this week to document our progress. The perimeter fence, which acts as a security barrier, is 50% complete. The fence crew is doing an amazing job. Georgia Outdoors plans to track our development and immortalise each elephant that makes ERNA their home.

     


    We would like to show our sincerest gratitude to Sarah Shaw, Founder of Nature Defense Foundation (NDF). Sarah has dedicated herself to helping animals in need and EAI is fortunate to have her join our efforts. The NDF has provided grant funding to Elephant Aid International and continues to provide fundraising and outreach support on an ongoing basis. Thank you, Sarah!

     


    We are working hard to end the worldwide suffering of elephants — and we couldn’t do it without your help. Thank you for your continued support. Please consider donating to ERNA by clicking here.

     


    ERNA will span 850 acres of land. The fence will help secure the perimeter to keep the retired elephants safe and allow them to heal and thrive within their natural environment.

  • ERNA: A Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Paradise

    ERNA: A Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Paradise


    ERNA will allow the opportunity for elephants to retire, recover, and thrive.

     

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    “The All Asia Elephant Tour gives you the opportunity to see first hand the range of work being done to improve the lives of captive elephants on the Subcontinent and South East Asia… To respectfully observe elephants from all backgrounds thrive in their environments is a once in a lifetime experience we cannot wait to share with you.” – Tiger Tops Elephant Camp

     


    When Elephant Refuge North America is finished and occupied by elephants, live feed video streaming will be available on the EAI website. You will be able to watch the elephants in real time, while remaining non-invasive of their environment.

     

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    As the ERNA construction continues to progress, we will start needing YOUR help in the upcoming months. Once they become available, volunteer opportunities will be posted here and announced via our e-newsletter.

     


    Deb Byczko shared her thoughts on EAI’s dedication to elephants.

     


    Another fantastic photo showing how well the perimeter fence around ERNA is coming along. We are thankful for the hardworking construction crew!

     

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    The ERNA land features dense forests, lush pastures, and meandering streams — a perfect environment mimicking an elephant’s natural habitat. Learn more about the project here.

  • ERNA Continues to Make Headlines

    ERNA Continues to Make Headlines

    The perimeter fence is shaping up and the media continues to cover progress at Elephant Refuge North America! Click here to view a broadcast video from WCTV.

     

    An Asian elephant named Lasah is suffering continued abuse for tourism. Carol Buckley commented: “Lack of sleep and the inability to get off his feet is stress inducing and can compromise his immune system, make him frustrated, aggressive and prone to physical and emotional deterioration.” Click here to read the full article.

     

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    When attempting to drive change and help a species, education is paramount. An important aspect of ERNA will be NON INVASIVE research to promote understanding of elephants — ultimately contributing to improved elephant welfare. Learn more about ERNA here.

     

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    Light of Consciousness released an article about the history of Carol Buckley and EAI. “One woman’s adoption of a baby elephant began a forty-two-year journey that has revolutionized the care and management of captive elephants worldwide.”

     

     


    As noted by Toni Rose Delouize, although we can’t take away the elephants’ pains from the past, we can give them hope for a new future.

     


    ERNA will aid in the improvement of elephant welfare by collaborating with governments around the world, as well as with elephant caregivers and elephant owners, to advocate for improved standards and practices for captive elephants.

  • ERNA Fencing Construction is Making Progress!

    ERNA Fencing Construction is Making Progress!

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    You can still donate to help ERNA today. We appreciate all of your support; every penny counts. Thank you so much.

     


    Becky Bauer is excited for ERNA to provide rescued elephants with the “freedom of choice” to live their lives as they wish.

     


    The fence crew is here. Fence materials were delivered last week and the crew has already begun construction on the perimeter fence at Elephant Refuge North America. After the land purchase, which took place December 14, 2016, erecting the fence is the next step to realising our dream to provide a safe and healthy environment for captive-held elephants. This is your project as much as ours. Your continued support is needed and sincerely appreciated.

     


    Did you know: Carol Buckley has written multiple books; Travels With Tarra; Just for Elephants; and Tarra and Bella, the elephant and dog who became best friends. Last year, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library chose Buckley’s book Tarra and Bella as a permanent addition to their library, sent to children turning five. Check it out on Amazon.

     


    Java does a great job of overseeing quality control. Neel Contracting is completing the fence line clearing today. Filling in an area that over the years has eroded is last on their list. Perimeter fence construction begins tomorrow! Follow up on Facebook to see more photos of our progress!

     

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    Have you subscribed to our newsletter yet? That’s where we will be sending through ERNA updates and volunteer opportunities. If viewing the page on your mobile device, you can sign up for the newsletter by navigating to the EAI homepage and scrolling down until you see “SUBSCRIBE TO OUR E-NEWSLETTER.”

  • Thank You!


    We are so thankful for the support we have received from our community. The funding for the fence clearing was raised by the GreaterGood with a generous matching grant from Jeff and Janis Rosenthal. And the Nature Defense Foundation, under the direction of Sarah Shaw, funded the perimeter fence construction. We are on our way, in a big way!

     


    Shristi Singh Shrestha’s comment about why she is excited for the development of ERNA: Elephants deserve a home.

     


    The recent rains caused a bit of erosion at the creek crossing at ERNA, which we needed to repair. We will seed this area and cover with hay. In days the grasses will sprout and stabilise the soil.

     

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    The Dodo video about EAI foot care.

     


    This old house was found on the ERNA property. Would you participate in a volunteer day to salvage the tongue and grove wood siding?

     


    This photo was snapped while repairing a creek crossing at ERNA. Can you spot the dog?

  • Clearing for Perimeter Fence Has Started


    Did you know: Carol Buckley was featured in Care2’s article “9 Women Who Are Saving the Planet” – alongside Jane Goodall and Dr. Sylvia Earle.

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    Want to learn more about the Unchained documentary, featuring the work of Carol Buckley and EAI? Follow the link here for more information and a trailer.


    Elephants are truly majestic beings. It’s an honor to be in their presence.


    We started clearing for the perimeter fence last Monday. The crew is making great progress. With any luck the fence crew will begin building in less than two weeks!

     


    Recently, China announced that they will begin making changes to shut down the commercial trade for ivory. According to this article, the move “could help elephant populations stabilize and recover in Africa.” However, there are concerns that poaching will begin to occur more frequently in other areas — but each step is still a step toward elephant conservation.

     


    This incredible video features footage of an elephant gently picking up a tortilla chip with such delicacy that she didn’t break it — a truly amazing measure of elephants’ strength and grace.