Working Draft for:
Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday May 16th, 2019 8:35 am
With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-Wallebeck
This week we focus on: Leave Young Wild Animals Alone
Remember To Leave Young Wild Animals Alone
Released on May 15, 2019
"Spring can be an exciting time for nature enthusiasts, with
young animals such as fawns, ducklings, rabbits or songbirds around.
However, it’s also the time of year when people forget to leave these animals
alone, even if they appear helpless or lost. In the majority of cases,
these young animals are not abandoned or deserted, and the mother is nearby
watching.
In nature, young animals and birds are purposely placed into seclusion by their mothers to protect them from predators. Although people are often well intentioned and want to rescue what appear to be orphaned young animals, Government of Saskatchewan conservation officers ask you to please not touch them. Their chances for survival decrease when they come into contact with humans.
Wildlife can also carry and transmit infectious diseases to people, such as rabies or West Nile Virus. Only wildlife rehabilitators are licensed to care for orphaned and injured animals. They are trained to make sure animals are given appropriate care and nutrition, so they have the best chances of survival when they are released back into the wild.
A young animal should only be picked up if the parent is found dead nearby, or in an unnatural situation such as a young songbird found on a doorstep. In that case, the young bird could be moved to the closest suitable habitat.
To determine if a deer fawn is orphaned, please consider these signs:
In nature, young animals and birds are purposely placed into seclusion by their mothers to protect them from predators. Although people are often well intentioned and want to rescue what appear to be orphaned young animals, Government of Saskatchewan conservation officers ask you to please not touch them. Their chances for survival decrease when they come into contact with humans.
Wildlife can also carry and transmit infectious diseases to people, such as rabies or West Nile Virus. Only wildlife rehabilitators are licensed to care for orphaned and injured animals. They are trained to make sure animals are given appropriate care and nutrition, so they have the best chances of survival when they are released back into the wild.
A young animal should only be picked up if the parent is found dead nearby, or in an unnatural situation such as a young songbird found on a doorstep. In that case, the young bird could be moved to the closest suitable habitat.
To determine if a deer fawn is orphaned, please consider these signs:
- Has it been lying in the same position for more than 10 hours?
- Is it vocal?
- Is it covered in insects?
- Is it wet?
Being covered by the morning dew may indicate it has been
there for a prolonged period. If there are obvious signs of injury, or
that it has been orphaned, please contact your local conservation officer
before moving the fawn. The conservation officer will determine if the
fawn should be picked up and taken to a licensed rehabilitator.
People are also reminded to steer clear of adult wildlife, such as deer or moose that sometimes wander into urban areas. Large crowds will stress the animals, which could lead to a potentially dangerous situation. Give wildlife their space.”
For more information, contact:
Jamie Gibson, Environment, Regina
Phone: 306-798-3900 Email: jamie.gibson@gov.sk.ca
For public inquires, contact: Phone: 1-800-567-4224
People are also reminded to steer clear of adult wildlife, such as deer or moose that sometimes wander into urban areas. Large crowds will stress the animals, which could lead to a potentially dangerous situation. Give wildlife their space.”
For more information, contact:
Jamie Gibson, Environment, Regina
Phone: 306-798-3900 Email: jamie.gibson@gov.sk.ca
For public inquires, contact: Phone: 1-800-567-4224
Update: From March 21st, Main Street Post
New Provincial Crime Watch System Launched In Saskatchewan
“Saskatchewan residents located in the southern part of the
province have a new way to get information about criminal activity in their
area directly from the RCMP.
RCMP detachment commanders will use the Saskatchewan Crime
Watch Advisory Network to send text messages, emails or phone calls to
residents. People can sign up and choose how they would like to get these
advisories.”
And on May 16th there will be an informational meeting
at the Sturgis Community Hall for everyone to attend.
CANORA/STURGIS RCMP
Will be hosting a Town meeting at the Sturgis & District
Community Hall on Thursday, May 16th, 2019 @ 7:00pm.
They will be addressing problems in the community, changes
to impaired driving laws and addressing any questions people in attendance may
have. There will also be 4 ipads in the hall and they will help anyone who
needs or wants to be signed up for the Crime Watch Advisory.
Everyone Welcome!
Events:
Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Jackpot is $1,086.00
Draws every Thursday night at the Curling Rink. Watch their Ad's. Follow the ACE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/
Bingo 606 Harvard Preeceville Air Cadets Squadron Sponsoring Committee BINGO. Every Thursday at Club 60. Doors open at 7pm, first game starts at 8pm.
Spring into Spring Old Time Dance - Saturday May 18th, Hazel Dell Rec Centre Admission $10.00 Pot Luck Lunch & Cash Bar Everyone Welcome Contact Russell 306-814-0121
Community Wide Garage Sale May 25th - Anyone interested in having a garage sale the same day as others in town can register your sale with Elaine at the town office 306-547-2810 Deadline to include your sale is Tuesday May 21st
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