About Us
Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation, Inc. (MWR) was founded in 1995 to meet the increasing need for wildlife assistance in north Mississippi. MWR is a non-profit organization assisting hundreds of injured and orphaned wild birds. MWR also offers a variety of education programs for community festivals, civic organizations and thousands of school children annually.
Our Mission
MWR is dedicated to caring for orphaned and injured native species of wildlife in Mississippi; and to educating the public on the importance of wildlife preservation and the protection of their native habitats.
News
Remembering Val Series: 8
A year ago today, the beloved founder of Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation went home. Valery Elizabeth Smith will always be missed. The last year has been hard, but we carry on, knowing she would have wanted us to keep saving these animals, whom she love ...
Remembering Val Series: 7
Today officially marks one year since Valery Smith’s passing. We have something special coming up, but before that, here are two stories of other animals with whom Val shared a very special connection. There are countless others to be sure, but here are Val’s ...
Remembering Val Series: 6
From Melissa Gilbert, NMMR director: Not many people know the full history of how we {North Mississippi Mammal Rehab} got to where we are today. As we approach our 4th anniversary, I would like for you all to know how it all got started...all the way back ...
About Us
Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation, Inc. (MWR) was founded in 1995 to meet the increasing need for wildlife assistance in north Mississippi. MWR is a non-profit organization assisting hundreds of injured and orphaned wild birds. MWR also offers a variety of education programs for community festivals, civic organizations and thousands of school children annually.
Our Mission
MWR is dedicated to caring for orphaned and injured native species of wildlife in Mississippi; and to educating the public on the importance of wildlife preservation and the protection of their native habitats.
Building the Ark
Arkabutla Lake Wildlife Rehabilitation & Nature Center (ARK) will facilitate the rescue, rehabilitation and release of Mississippi wildlife. The nature center will also feature hands on exhibits and classrooms open to the public. Did we mention the 2 mile nature trails!
News
Remembering Val Series: 8
A year ago today, the beloved founder of Mississippi Wildlife Rehabilitation went home. Valery Elizabeth Smith will always be missed. The last year has been ...
Remembering Val Series: 7
Today officially marks one year since Valery Smith’s passing. We have something special coming up, but before that, here are two stories of other animals with ...
Events
Backyard Wildlife Habitat Workshop
Mar 9th, Apr 20th, Sep 14th
Turn your yard into a thriving habitat for wildlife.
Yoga at the ARK
Fridays, Apr 26th, May 3rd, May 10th
Embrace the tranquil forest setting and find your center with a morning of Yoga at the ARK.
Wildlife Photography Workshop
Saturday, May 25th, 2024
Join MWR and photographer Melissa Gilbert for our Nature photography workshop.
Get in Touch
Avian & Reptile
Hotline
Call or Text
(662) 612-6455
For mammals, please contact:
Wild Again In Mississippi
- +1 (662) 707-0228
North Mississippi Wildlife Rehab
- +1 (662) 469-1646
Get in Touch
Avian & Reptile
Hotline
Call or Text
(662) 612-6455
- +1 (662) 292-6133
- contact@mswildliferehab.org
- 3905 Arkabutla Dam Rd
Coldwater, MS 38618
For mammals, please contact:
Wild Again In Mississippi
- +1 (662) 707-0228
North Mississippi Wildlife Rehab
- +1 (662) 469-1646