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Where Can We Help?

ECWR can help any native Florida species, but we need them transported to us. We have a few procedures to help make this easier on citizens.

ECWR Does have a Volunteer Transport Network
However, it is made of a handful of individuals that may or may not be available for rescue and transport. Unfortunately, the extent of our abilities is contacting these volunteers and leaving voicemails, without guarantee of finding someone available. Due to our non-profit status, we also receive no state, federal, organizational, or county funding, and can not afford a permanent rescue team. 

Surrounding areas with easiest transport

Navarre

Mary Esther

Fort Walton Beach

Cinco Bayou

Niceville

Destin

Milton

Crestview

Pensacola

San Destin

Santa Rosa Beach

Panama City

Defuniak Springs

See below for recommendations on where to go if you're outside of our range and unable to drive to our facility

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Reference Guide for Wildlife 

While wildlife rehabilitators are few and far between, there are some that may be closer to you. 

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Need help finding a wildlife rehabilitator near you?

Reference Guide for Domestic Animals

Under our permits, we are unable to aid domestic animals (including exotic species). Look for guidance from the following community organizations. 

Need Animal Help Elsewhere?

Florida Wildlife Commission

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  • Situations concerning bears or alligators (nuisance and injured)

  • Human to animal harassment

  • Gopher tortoise burrow destructions

  • Legal wildlife issues

888 - 404 - 3922

myfwc.com

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Drop Off Injured or Orphaned Wildlife:

Daily 8 am - 4 pm 

Visit our Education Center:

Wednesday - Saturday: 9 am - 3 pm

Sunday: 11 am - 3 pm

Injured or Orphaned Wildlife 
850-684-1485
Daily
8 am - 4 pm
If we are unable to answer to phone during the times above, or a call is after hours, listen to our detailed voicemail for guidance and leave a message. 
Stranding Hotline
1-855-787-2631
Always active
Report beached, stranded, or abnormal behavior of marine mammals and sea turtles ONLY. This is NOT an after-hours phone for injured wildlife. 
3051 Cloptons Circle
Navarre, Florida
32566

Education and Medical Facility
If you arrive to drop off an animal between 8 am - 4 pm, but when our Education Center is closed, you will need to call at the gate. We will then have someone assist you.
 

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