LEAVE IT TO THE KIDS

Leave it to the kids to find a way to help.  Kids are so determined.  We got a collection of $18.70 from the family swear jar.
The kids stated it goes to Hoo Haven.
You guys are awesome.  Thank you.

Karen
Hoo Haven

This bench was a Girl Scout Project.

SCOUTS

Gabbie our Girl scout did an awesome job on our cabinet and Ryan did benches and planted trees for our River Walk.

If anyone has a scout that would like to do their Eagle, Gold or any Scout project email us at Karen@hoohaven.org with a phone number.

I would like to thank everyone who has given to Hoo Haven during our “water” problems.

It takes many things to make Hoo run from squeegees, to brooms, monetary and more.

We are still working on the water and trying to keep all things dry and clean.

Thank you again to all.
Karen

New Epoxy Floor

A big thank you to Craig for the awesome job he did on the floors in the pelican area.
 
When you know what you are doing things end up awesome.

Thank you again, all are enjoying the area and everyone will be able to see the new floor at the open house.

Karen

FREEPORT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

A big thank you to the Freeport Community Foundation.  “Hoo” Haven received a check from them  for $2000 to do Pelican Programs in Freeport.

The individuals were awesome and so many people had not heard of us so it is opening a whole new chapter in Hoo Haven.

Thank you again.

Karen, Hoo Haven

BUTTERFLY PICTURE

Thank you Angela for the beautiful job you did on the butterfly picture.  The kids are going to love it at the open house.

Karen

THANK YOU TO “TWO” SPECIAL LADIES

 “Hoo” Haven would like to thank Josephine Romano for leaving us in her will.  Her love of animals and wanting to make a difference is wonderful.

We would also like to thank longtime supporter of Hoo Haven, Lynette Vitale, for continuing to share her love for animals through our mission.  She wanted to make sure we knew how much she loved us and make even more of a difference.   She asked that all of her memorials come to “Hoo” Haven allowing us to make a bigger impact.

These 2 ladies are an example of wanting to give and leave a legacy. 

“Hoo” Haven’s thoughts and prayers are with both families.

Thank you
Karen
Director

“Hoo” Haven had quite a surprise today, by Durand Elementary School  K thru 6th.

We had been asked to do a program and of course I love doing programs so with “Great Balls of Fire” our Corn Snake and “Casper The Friendly Ghost” our Barn Owl Steven and I proceeded to do our program.

Then one of the teachers whispered to Steven we only had 15 minutes left because they had done a collection for us and wanted to give it to us.

Can you imagine the surprise “Hoo” Had when we received over $1600 in cash and over $600 in donations.
This had all been collected in 2 weeks when the kids were asked to see what they could do to help Hoo and the heavy year we have had.

Thank you to not only all the kids but their parents, the teachers, all Businesses and the school for all their support and encouragement to help “Hoo”.

It was with teared filled eyes to know your own community supports what you do and more.

Thank you to all. 

Karen and Steven and all the wildlife at “Hoo”.

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Here is Franki who for her 6th birthday had a 50 /50 and raised $100 for Hoo.

Thank you Franki, you are a go getter.

Karen
Hoo

Outdoor Classroom Project -
Wildlife Tracking Plot

 

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Completed Summer 2016 by Eagle Scout Eli Johnson (Troop 140 Byron IL)

Special thanks to the Lauren Townsend Memorial Wildlife Fund for funding this project.

This represents Hoo Haven’s 28th partnership with Eagle Scouts.

A new tool for our ‘outdoor classroom’ will help visitors learn about the animals living at Hoo Haven. The Wildlife Tracking Plot is a 20’ x 20’ rock-bordered, sheltered sandpit that is designed to provide wildlife with a place to feed, drink, and leave their tracks behind.  A series of track comparison “learning cards” are available for comparison.  This project was completed by our 28th Eagle Scout, Eli Johnson of Byron, IL- and Troop #140. We appreciate the time and effort that Eli and the scouts of Troop #140 have put into this special project! It promises to be a great asset to our education program.

Hoo Haven would like to thank the Lauren Townsend Memorial Wildlife Fund for a grant of  $1,500 that supported this project. We would like to share more about Lauren and her legacy carried on at Hoo Haven. 

Lauren Dawn Townsend survived prematurity and grew into a wonderful young woman with sLaurentrong values and a deep love for animals and nature. She excelled in academics and volleyball, becoming her high school team captain and was selected to be her class valedictorian for graduation in May 1999. She planned to attend Colorado State University on a scholarship to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a wildlife biologist. Sadly, on April 20, 1999, she was among those killed in the mass shooting at Columbine High School. Lauren’s amazing family, even in the wake of this dark and horrific event, was determined to bring something positive to the world in their “Lulu’s” memory. The Lauren Townsend Memorial Wildlife Fund was established and Hoo Haven has been very blessed to be selected to continue Lauren’s legacy and share her love for wildlife and education. It is our hope that Lauren’s spirit will be with every critter and curious human who visits this special Wildlife Tracking Plot that was built with love. Thank you Lauren and your family for this precious gift to Hoo Haven. As the Native American proverb says, “We will be known forever by the tracks we leave.” Let us make tracks…together.

 

A Special Thanks to the Shriver Family

Thank you to the Shriver Family for the generous donation in Memory of Patricia Shriver Stewart.

 

A big Thank You to Rlyie

Rylie is a 5th grader who had a leadership project.  
She chose "Hoo" Haven and blessed us with paper towels, garbage bags, bird seed and so much more.

The youth sees a need and just goes for it.

Thank you so much
Karen

A big thank you to West middle school

For collecting "Pennies for Pelicans" and " Odd change for Owls."

Great Job

Thank you
Karen

To All:   Do You want to Help Mother Earth and All her creatures.....

If you would like your School, Sunday School  Class or just a Bunch of Friends  help "Hoo" Haven we would be extremely grateful.

Cal 815-629-2212 and find out what our latest needs are.

A BIG THANK YOU TO TROOP  119

A big thank you to all the girls of Troop 119 for all the donations gave after the educational tour of Hoo.
Their questions were great and they were very enthusiastic.  Hats off to their leaders Shari and Sarah.

Karen
Hoo Haven

Thank You to Hononegah High School the Class of 2015

A Huge thank you to the Class of 2015 of Hononegah High School. They showed they are doers.
Their Student Council donated $1000 to "Hoo" Haven stating they want to show the importance of giving back.
God Bless the Student Council of the Class of 2015 of Hononegah and Mary Christoff for your support.

Karen
Hoo Haven

Kids Can Always Do It

Thank you to Ava, Kalli and Brody at LeWinn School in Lena. When they studied Great Horned Owls they made it their goal to make a difference and help "Hoo" Haven. First they wanted to volunteer but they are a little young. This did not deter them. They then decided to do a collection.
It was totally successful as they went to the hole school to ask for donations and more.
Kids always make me feel good as they do not take No for an answer or let things deter them. They know they want to help and they go for it.
Thank you Ava, Kalli and Brody and how you and your efforts affected the whole school. Hope to see you soon for volunteering.

Karen
Hoo Haven

Schnucks

Again thank you to all who are signing up their cards to help "Hoo". Remember you still get your discount on gas, but Schnucks will also give a percentage of your purchase to "Hoo" Haven.

Help us and show your support by going and getting a Schnucks Card. Whether you buy one candy bar or a whole cart full you are showing your support and giving with only signing up.

Go to one of the Service Desks and ask them to help you. Tell them you want to support your Mission of a Better Mother Earth and all the Wildlife and you want to give to "Hoo”.

Thank you Dr. Richard Miller for the surgery he did on Captain Jack.   Captain Jack is healing well. 

The Eagle release went fantastic.  Cameras and newspaper abounded along with many well wisher.  It always makes us feel good to know so many care

Thank you once again to Hillcrest and Dr. Mary for all the help they give us.

THANK YOU EXELON!!!

Thanks to Exelon we now have a program vehicle.

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Topway Foods

Thank you for your continued support of our mission here at "Hoo" Haven.  You are an example of when people decide to help the differences that can be made are remarkable.  I hope you all support  Topway in their business as it is people like them that make a difference

Hillcrest Animal Hospital

Thank you to the staff and all the vets Mary, Long and Wimmer who are always willing to help us. Their expertise, caring and top notch quality care enables us to carry on with quality and pride.
The community is very lucky to have them.


Dr. Frampton

Whether it is 4-H Fair time or what will jump right in and help us. God Bless you.


McFarland Pheasant Farm

Thank you to McFarland Pheasant Farm, Ben and the whole staff for all the donations they have given us throughout the year.


MANY THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING BUSINESS FOR THEIR HELP

Micro Specialists
Great Plains Drywall
Marks Tree Service
Thomason Machine
Electrical Union
Steiner
Special Power
Crusader Clinic
Rockford Charitable Games
Cliff Breakers
MS2 Graphic
Rockford Register Star
Pacemaker in Durand
Highlander
Rockton Bait Shop
Winnebago County Animal Shelter
Nick Herdklotz Thru thick and thin he always helps
Miller eye center for their continued support
Jane Landroth
The Community Foundation of Northern Illinois
Steve Menge and Family
Dr. Paul Cook
Schreck and Son
Midwest Scale
Great Plains Drywall
Crestview Farms
Eickmans
Country Smoke House
All the Hunters and Fisherman who share their quarry with "hoo"

 If you would like to be one of the proud "Hoo" Helpers, visit our website or call 629-2212 to see how you can help further our efforts in conservation, rehab and education.

Please as we have started to compile this very special page for thanks if I have lost a slip on you please email me with your business.  I want to include everyone and there are many.