Who we are
Raven Ridge is a non-profit wildlife rehabilitation center in Washington Boro, PA specializing in healing injured birds of prey, mammals, and waterfowl in the Lancaster County area.
For immediate issues, call us
our mission
Our goal is to give wild animals a second chance at life all across this beautiful state and beyond. We’re expanding our facilities all the time to offer the highest-quality care to as many animals as we can. Once our patients are fully healed, we release them into the wild again where they can live out the rest of their lives as part of a healthy and balanced ecosystem.
Helping our neighbors
Conservation is at the core of our growing operation. Human activity such as driving, neighborhood development, and hunting can sometimes confuse or injure the animals that lived in the area before us. By offering our services for no charge, we hope to reach every person who encounters injured wildlife so we can give that animal a fighting chance. We want to help all of our neighbors, whether they’re feathered or furry!
“Our quality of care is their quality of life”
Conservation is at the core of our growing operation. Human activity such as driving, neighborhood development, and hunting can sometimes confuse or injure the animals that lived in the area before us. By offering our services for no charge, we hope to reach every person who encounters injured wildlife so we can give that animal a fighting chance. We want to help all of our neighbors, whether they’re feathered or furry!
I found an amimal
If you find an injured animal, call us and we will talk you through the proper procedures
About us
Raven Ridge was founded by one of the few accredited wildlife rehabilitators in Pennsylvania, Tracie Young. Aided by a team of highly-trained volunteers, Tracie spearheads rehabilitation efforts by diagnosing our patients’ conditions, defining handling procedures, and performing surgery as necessary. Our volunteers handle the day-to-day care and upkeep to ensure our patients are healthy and comfortable during their stay at Raven Ridge. We have a saying in the office that defines our work: “Our quality of care is their quality of life.”
Conservation is at the core of our growing operation. Human activity such as driving, neighborhood development, and hunting can sometimes confuse or injure the animals that lived in the area before us. By offering our services for no charge, we hope to reach every person who encounters injured wildlife so we can give that animal a fighting chance. We want to help all of our neighbors, whether they’re feathered or furry!
Programs
In addition to assisting sick, injured, and abandoned wildlife, we conduct educational programs for our community.
Our ambassador program allows you to meet wildlife up close and personal. You can learn all about what makes these creatures so exceptional and why it’s vital to protect them.
Read through our Education Program Guide to discover more about the programs we currently offer. Then, complete our online Interest Form to book your program today!
Update… We are not scheduling any programs that include animal ambassadors until after August 12th.
We have limited availability for general education programs and event attendance through August.
Thank you for understanding!
MAKE YOUR EVENT SPECIAL WITH RAVEN RIDGE’S AMBASSADORS
No matter what kind of event you’re hosting, Raven Ridge can tailor our Ambassador Program to suit your group’s needs. Most people never have the opportunity to meet wildlife in a safe, educational environment. Thanks to Raven Ridge’s Ambassador Programs, you could do just that! Our ambassador program allows you to meet wildlife up close and personal. You can learn all about what makes these creatures so exceptional and why it’s so important to protect them, You may even get to see Barron von Vulture’s famous “Eagle Pose”!
Meet Our Ambassadors!
Due to an injury or imprinting on humans, some animals that Raven Ridge rehabilitates are considered “unreleasable.” This means they’re no longer able to survive in the wild on their own. Because every animal deserves a second chance, these patients become permanent residents of Raven Ridge, and some permanent residents become ambassadors!
Teddy
Barred Owl
Barron
Black Vulture
Marty
Big Brown Bat
Monster
Striped Skunk
Oberyn
Black Rat Snake
Ozzy
Box Turtle
Phoenix
Peregrine Falcon
Meret
Broad-winged Hawk
Khonsu
Barn Owl
Harriet
Box Turtle
EVENTS
The Wings of Legacy
Inspired by a deeply moving case involving one
of the first eagles we treated for lead poisoning,
whom we named Legacy, we have created this program to allow veterans to attend bald eagle releases. The bald eagle symbolizes the resilience
of our veterans, and these events serve as a beautiful way to honor and celebrate the connection
between people and wildlife.
By completing the attached form, you can submit
the information of a veteran to our contact list.
When we have eagles ready for release, we will
reach out to those on our contact list to invite them
to join in this meaningful experience.
This program honors the memory of Legacy as well
as all veterans and service personnel who are no
longer with us.
Donate
We are a registered 501C3 non-profit, depending on donations from our supporters. If you want to help protect wildlife and Pennsylvania’s ecosystem,
we could really use your help.
Donations can be mailed to P.O. Box 38
or you can call us at (717) 808-2652
or email us at contact@ravenridge.org.
We are licensed through the PA Game Commission,
PA fish and Boat Commission, USF&WS and USDA.
Arranging ongoing monthly or annual donations helps us meet our daily needs as well as plan longterm goals.
Mailing address:
Raven Ridge Wildlife Center Inc.
Post Office Box 38
Washington Boro, PA 17582
Tax ID No. 47-2143893
Raven Ridge Wildlife Center is grateful for those caring individuals who have included the Center in their estate plans. Their generosity has helped us meet current challenges and will be a source of financial support for years to come.
When you include Raven Ridge Wildlife Center in your estate planning, you can be confident that your gift will be carefully used to advance your goals.
There are many ways to support the Center through estate planning – and some may be easier than you imagined!
Beneficiary
You may help support wildlife by naming Raven Ridge Wildlife Center as the beneficiary of your:
Life insurance policies
IRAs or other retirement accounts
Stocks, bonds, or other securities
Mutual funds or bank accounts
In many cases, these beneficiary designations may be made online or with a quick telephone call. And these designations may be easily changed or updated as life situations change.
Legal Name and Address
Mailing address:
Raven Ridge Wildlife Center Inc.
Post Office Box 38
Washington Boro, PA 17582
Tax ID No. 47-2143893
Bequests
You may also support the life-saving and life-changing work we do here at Raven Ridge Wildlife Center by making a bequest through a will.
Through your will, you may give a gift of a specific dollar amount or a particular asset to the Center.
“I give $________ [or describe asset] to Raven Ridge Wildlife Center, a nonprofit corporation of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, to be used for general purposes as determined by the Board of Directors.” [If you are interested in designating your gift to a specific Center program or activity, please contact the wildlife center to ensure your wishes are carried out.]
Or you might choose to describe your gift as a percentage of your estate.
“I give to Raven Ridge Wildlife Center, a nonprofit corporation of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, all [or ____ percent] of the rest, residue and remainder of my estate, to be used for general purposes as determined by the Board of Directors.”
You may also update and amend your current will with a codicil to designate a gift to Raven Ridge Wildlife Center.
“Codicil to Last Will and Testament of [name]
“I, [name] of [city, state], declare this to be my Codicil to my Last Will and Testament.
“My Last Will and Testament is to be amended to add the following provision:
“I bequeath the sum of [dollar amount]/[specific asset] to the Raven Ridge Wildlife Center, a nonprofit corporation of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, to be used for general purposes as determined by the Board of Directors.
“Except as modified by this Codicil, I republish my Last Will and Testament.”
Other planned-giving
Through wise estate planning, you may be able to receive significant tax and income benefits during your lifetime, through remainder trusts and gift annuities.
We encourage you to consult your attorney, financial advisor, or bank trust officer for information about which option might be best for you.
All inquiries will be treated in strict confidence.
We strongly encourage individuals considering making or changing their estate plans to contact their attorney and tax advisor.
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Raven Ridge Wildlife Center is grateful for your generosity. You can be confident that your gift will be carefully used to advance your goals.
Mailing address:
Raven Ridge Wildlife Center Inc.
Post Office Box 38
Washington Boro, PA 17582
Tax ID No. 47-2143893
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We also gratefully receive donations through our ongoing Amazon Wishlist.
Volunteer
Help us save wild lives.
Volunteering at Raven Ridge is a great way to help animals in need while giving back to the community, learning about amazing creatures, and gaining valuable animal care experience.
We rely heavily on volunteers to help with cleaning enclosures, preparing meals, and assisting with educational and fund-raising programs.
As a Raven Ridge volunteer, you will work closely with our experienced staff members. Volunteering at Raven Ridge does require a commitment of at least four hours per week. Volunteers must be at least 25 years old.
We currently have a full roster of volunteers, but check back regularly as our needs may change.
RRWC Shop
Buying and using Raven Ridge Wildlife Center Merchandise helps us in two ways… your direct financial support as well as spreading awareness when others see you wearing or using our merchandise.
