Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator- Castalia, OH
2,500+ animals cared for each year
From orphaned babies to critical injuries, every patient receives care.
Education that reaches thousands
Inspiring the next generation to protect wildlife & wild places.
Wildlife Rehabilitation
Rescue, medical care, and release of native wildlife
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Nature Education
Inspiring the community through wildlife programs
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Upcoming Events
Join us for public education programs & opportunities to connect with native wildlife.
WITHOUT YOU, THERE IS NO US FOR THEM!
Every animal we care for relies on people like you. Your support makes rescue, rehabilitation, and release possible.
DONATE
Back To The Wild is a 501(c)(3) non-profit.
Your support provides medical care, food, and shelter for injured & orphaned wildlife.
VOLUNTEER
Get involved and make a direct impact in the care and recovery of native wildlife.
FOLLOW US
Follow along to see the animals your support helps everyday.
OUR ADDRESS
P.O. Box 423
4504 Bardshar Road,
Castalia, Ohio 44824
Telephone: 419-684-9539
For inquiries related to organizational partnerships, media, or board matters, please contact Mona Rutger at mona@backtothewild.org.
For all other questions — including wildlife admissions, volunteering, tours, or donations — please reach out to our staff through phone or emails listed below.
Animal Questions: director@backtothewild.org
Finance: staff@backtothewild.org
Programs: education@backtothewild.org
Volunteers: Volunteers@backtothewild.org
OPERATING HOURS
Tours
For animal admissions:
May - October
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
November - April
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Day, and Easter
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM