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  • Tiger Tops Makes Top 10

    Tiger Tops Makes Top 10


    There’s a lot happening at ERNA! Volunteers and staff are now planting various types of bamboo. This will create an environment resembling elephant habitats in Asia. Plus, bamboo is the staple of wild Asian elephants’ diet. Sign up to become a volunteer today and help us create a thriving elephant environment.

     


    Foot health is a critical issue for elephants living in captivity, as the overall health of the elephant depends on proper foot care. EAI provides training to mahouts on how to take proper care of elephant feet to reduce the risk of disease. The 2nd annual Foot Care Workshop will occur in Nepal in October! Learn more.

     


    Congratulations, Tiger Tops Elephant Camp! National Geographic selected Tiger Tops as one of the top 10 luxury camping experiences. Learn more.

     


    If you are unable to volunteer at ERNA this spring/summer, you can still help… even from your home! Consider making a donation to ERNA today. THANK YOU!

     

    Fatal foot diseases due to improper care have become an epidemic among elephants living in captive environments. EAI promotes proper foot care education for mahouts — and the next workshop will be taught in October. Learn more.

     

    Tarra & Carol tire store 1974
    On Tarra: “She has just taken me on my life’s journey… She is it. She is the reason I do anything, the reason I’ve learned anything. She is my mentor.”

  • Unchained Selected for Enfoque International Film Festival

    Unchained Selected for Enfoque International Film Festival

    Another amazing Volunteer Day at Elephant Refuge North America. Everyone was so enthusiastic and hard working. They wore us out! Thanks to all our volunteers and supporters!

     


    Earth Day was April 22! We encourage others to assist in environmental conservation efforts to protect our beloved beings. In honor of this important day, consider donating to ERNA to help provide a home for retired elephants.

     


    A great piece on Tiger Tops Elephant Camp, Nepal’s leading eco-tourism resort to install chain-free corrals for all its elephants. Last year, working with EAI, they discontinued elephant back safaris, instead offering walking safari for their guests — an unforgettable experience! EAI is proud to have helped Tiger Tops take its place on the leading edge of humane ele tourism.

     


    UNCHAINED — the documentary following the work of Carol Buckley and EAI — has been selected by the Enfoque International Film Festival in Puerto Rico! The film will be shown through June 14-17, 2017 in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico.

     


    These kind, intelligent and magnificent beings are so deserving of compassion. Contribute today.

     


    Hidden camera footage has revealed shocking cruelty inflicted upon elephants at Hannover Adventure Zoo in Germany. Carol Buckley, who reviewed the videos, stated: “The elephants are petrified. The trainers’ actions are vile and heartless.” PETA Germany is pressing charges.

  • Thank You!

    Thank You!


    This is why we are working hard to build Elephant Refuge North America: To provide a natural habitat refuge where elephants will thrive and recover from the traumas they’ve experienced. Elephants are not meant to suffer in chains. Show your support by donating to ERNA today.

     


    Word is the Zoo announced they will go Protected Contact by next year. That is good news. Carol reviewed footage of alleged abuse of elephants at Hanover Zoo. In her review, she concluded that the elephants are living under a constant threat at the zoo, and have been suffering from learned helplessness due to the frequent, painful physical punishment and daily emotional stress. Read more here.

     


    In this article, Carol answers frequently asked questions. She addresses why ERNA — like other sanctuaries — will not be open to the public, as it helps eliminate “the most negative aspect of a captive elephants life; which is to be on exhibit. If your goal is to have the animal on exhibit, then every decision that is made is around that focal point of exhibit, so then the elephants needs are secondary.”

     


    We are so grateful for the support we’ve received. Sending a big THANK YOU to our hardworking volunteers and selfless donors. You are a huge part of the journey toward turning the ERNA land into a perfect elephant home — we couldn’t do this without you. Click here to view our Wish List.

     


    Tiger Tops Elephant Camp celebrated its first birthday on April 3. It was our pleasure to design the chain free corrals that are part of the unforgettable experiences they provide, spearheading ethical elephant practices in Nepal.

  • ERNA: A Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Paradise

    ERNA: A Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Paradise


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

     

    Carol looking at Sita Kali
    “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.

     

    Carol watching eles in lake
    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!

     

    ERNA join us
    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.

  • We Exist to Improve Elephant Welfare Worldwide

    On Facebook, we asked you to tell us what you’ve learned about elephants by following the work of Carol Buckley and EAI. Margaret Mueller gave this important response.

     


    We recently repaired a blown-out bridge at the creek crossing. This area will be preserved, conserved and left untouched, even by the elephants. The stunning hardwood bottoms.

     

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    Tiger Tops Elephant Camp is offering the incredible opportunity to book a tour to “respectfully observe” elephants in their natural environment.

     


    We exist to improve elephant welfare worldwide — and we couldn’t help these magnificent beings as well as we do without your continued support. Thank you.

     


    By sharing her life with Tarra, Carol gained profound insight into the emotional needs of elephants. She continues to utilize this knowledge when creating educational programs to improve elephant welfare standards. Read more about our founder here.

     


    We are working hard to raise funds and complete the projects required before elephants make ERNA their home. To aid in this incredible journey, please click here and donate. Thank you for your continued support.

     


    Sherry Heim offered these words of wisdom in the comments of one of our posts asking what you have learned by following the work of EAI and Carol Buckley.

     


    UNCHAINED the documentary won the Animal Award at the Cinema Verde International Environmental Film Festival! The film was well received and was followed by Q&A by our Founder Carol Buckley, whose work in Asia was the subject of the film.