Message from MCRS' Education Events Coordinator
I'm the new Education Events Coordinator for MCRS, and I'm working to provide many opportunities to help folks discover the wonder of rabbits. Some of these events will include rabbits, and almost all will need volunteers who just love to talk about rabbits! All of these projects are lots of fun and give great satisfaction as you see people get excited about rabbits. You will meet other members of MCRS and make new friends. Being a bit shy or worried about public speaking is not an issue, since there will always be experienced volunteers with you and you will quickly find out how rewarding and easy these communications are. You have information your audience does not -- and they want to hear it. Upcoming opportunities include Pet Expo, Pride Festival, Renaissance Festival, the new World Animal Day in October, as well as smaller events at area pet supply stores, nursing homes, health care facilities, Hoppy Hours, and shelter adoption events.
Join the events team -- have fun -- share the joy of rabbits with the world!
The number of educational events that are scheduled depends completely on the size of the volunteer pool. What I would like to do is assemble a large list of people interested in participating. When an event is scheduled, I will send out a mass email to everyone. You need only respond if you are available. I will detail the location, time commitment, and number of volunteers needed. The first responders will be the appointed volunteers. There will always be a detailed description of the event, all educational materials provided, and experienced team members along to help.
It would be beneficial for everyone interested to attend a Bunny Basics Class (please register so the instructor knows the size of the class). This will get you up to speed on MCRS' basic rabbit care so you are ready to share your knowledge. They are offered at several locations, and the dates and times are listed on our website calendar as well as in the newsletter.
For volunteers interested in bringing their rabbit to events, it is necessary to attend Hoppy Hour to accustom your rabbit to crowds, chaos, and the close proximity of other rabbits. Rabbit agility -- at least white band -- is also a good idea. Your rabbit will learn to be comfortable wearing a harness, which is necessary at all events, and will learn basic commands: hop, left, right, sit. If you wish to continue through the agility bands, it will add more skills for you and your rabbit to show off.
For volunteers interested in the nursing home and health care visits, we will be offering more classes through Delta Society to educate you and prepare both you and your rabbit for these visits. Delta registration also provides liability insurance which is an added bonus.
So, as you can see, we have a wealth of chances to educate, bring smiles, and improve the lives of rabbits and people everywhere.
If you are interested in these wonderful activities please send me your
name, email address, telephone number, the events that most interest you, and mention if you wish to include your rabbit. I will contact you personally to discuss your training and involvement.
Barb Kelley
Education Events Coordinator
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Join the events team -- have fun -- share the joy of rabbits with the world!
The number of educational events that are scheduled depends completely on the size of the volunteer pool. What I would like to do is assemble a large list of people interested in participating. When an event is scheduled, I will send out a mass email to everyone. You need only respond if you are available. I will detail the location, time commitment, and number of volunteers needed. The first responders will be the appointed volunteers. There will always be a detailed description of the event, all educational materials provided, and experienced team members along to help.
It would be beneficial for everyone interested to attend a Bunny Basics Class (please register so the instructor knows the size of the class). This will get you up to speed on MCRS' basic rabbit care so you are ready to share your knowledge. They are offered at several locations, and the dates and times are listed on our website calendar as well as in the newsletter.
For volunteers interested in bringing their rabbit to events, it is necessary to attend Hoppy Hour to accustom your rabbit to crowds, chaos, and the close proximity of other rabbits. Rabbit agility -- at least white band -- is also a good idea. Your rabbit will learn to be comfortable wearing a harness, which is necessary at all events, and will learn basic commands: hop, left, right, sit. If you wish to continue through the agility bands, it will add more skills for you and your rabbit to show off.
For volunteers interested in the nursing home and health care visits, we will be offering more classes through Delta Society to educate you and prepare both you and your rabbit for these visits. Delta registration also provides liability insurance which is an added bonus.
So, as you can see, we have a wealth of chances to educate, bring smiles, and improve the lives of rabbits and people everywhere.
If you are interested in these wonderful activities please send me your
name, email address, telephone number, the events that most interest you, and mention if you wish to include your rabbit. I will contact you personally to discuss your training and involvement.
Barb Kelley
Education Events Coordinator
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