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We’re Hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician!
We’re Hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician! Global Wildlife Center – Folsom, LA Do you love animals and want to make a difference at one of the country’s largest free-roaming wildlife preserves? Global Wildlife Center is looking for a licensed Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our growing Animal Care team. This is a unique
FREE Safaris for Smart 🎓 Cookies!
FREE Safaris for Honor Roll Students! Calling all proud parents! Your smart cookies have earned a WILD celebration… If your student (grades K–12) made the A/B Honor Roll this school year, they can enjoy a FREE Safari Wagon Tour during January and February 2026! It’s our way of giving a high-five to students who worked
Northshore’s 40 Under 40: Congratulations, Dr. Kanyon!
Northshore’s 40 Under 40: Congrats, Dr. Kanyon! Global Wildlife is thrilled to celebrate one of our own, Dr. Kanyon McLean, Director of Animal Programs, for being named a 2025 Northshore Forty Under 40 honoree. This prestigious recognition from Northshore Media Group highlights emerging leaders who demonstrate excellence, innovation, and impact in their fields, and Dr.
The North Pole Express Safari 2025
All aboard for a festive North Pole Express Safari! Saturdays and Sundays December 6, 7, 13,14, 20, 21 Guests get to hobnob with Santa and Mrs. Claus and pose for a free photo, meet and greet Santa’s elves and snap a selfie by Global’s giant Christmas tree at the Visitor Center. Children will receive a
Eye-Opening Success!
Eye-Opening Success! When a veterinarian faces a difficult medical case, the patient’s cooperation is often just as important as the severity of the disease. But what happens when your patient is a month-old Reticulated giraffe calf? A case report, co-authored and recently presented by Dr. Kanyon McLean of Global Wildlife Center (co-authored by Dr. Gabe
Fall Fest at Global Wildlife!
Fall Fest at Global Wildlife! Autumn has arrived at Global Wildlife Center, and with it comes one of our favorite traditions—Fall Fest! Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 22, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, when the Visitor Center transforms into a hub of fall fun, festive treats, and family-friendly activities. From cheerful pumpkins around the
A Story of Hope: The Scimitar-Horned Oryx’s Triumphant Return
A Story of Hope: The Scimitar-Horned Oryx’s Triumphant Return Have you HERD? A species once declared “Extinct in the Wild” has made a triumphant comeback, defying the odds and rewriting its future! In December 2023, the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) announced what conservationists had long dreamed of: scimitar horned oryx herds reintroduced to the wild
Behind the Scenes: Preparing for Emergencies at Global Wildlife Center
Behind the Scenes: Preparing for Emergencies at Global Wildlife Center At Global Wildlife Center, caring for our animals means being ready for anything, even the unexpected. Hurricanes, floods, and other disasters can strike Louisiana at any time, and when they do, our staff are the very first responders for the thousands of animals who call