Animal Shelter Alert:

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays 12-7 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Mondays. Please note: We take our last adoption application 30 minutes before closing.

703-324-0299

animalshelter@fairfaxcounty.gov

8875 Lorton Road
Lorton, VA 22079

fairfaxcountyanimalshelter

Reasa Currier
Director

Department Resources

Winter Wildlife Classes with A.E.R.O.

The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is thrilled to host the Animal Education and Rescue Organization (A.E.R.O.) presenting its Winter Wildlife Class series!

A.E.R.O. is comprised of licensed and insured at-home wildlife rehabbers throughout Northern Virginia, and provides educational classes for the public, current wildlife rehabbers, and individuals interested in beginning their journey with wildlife rescue and rehabilitation. The A.E.R.O. Winter Wildlife Class series includes:

Wildlife Rescue in the Field: Safely assisting wildlife in need.
Reuniting and Renesting Baby Animals: Getting babies back to mom and how to avoiding unnecessary intervention.
Critical Care for the First 24 Hours: What to do and NOT to do while waiting for a rehabber.
Coexisting with Wildlife: Conflict resolution with our wildlife neighbors.

Each class will offer hands-on practice, informative presentations, and the opportunity to ask questions and engage with other wildlife enthusiasts. We highly encourage you to attend all four classes to gain a comprehensive understanding of wildlife rescue and care.

All classes will be held at our Michael R. Frey Campus in Fairfax. Registration is required, and space is limited!

January Winter Wildlife Class: Wildlife Rescue Techniques

Learn the foundational skills of wildlife rescue! This class covers safe handling techniques, essential rescue tools, and safety protocols to ensure both you and the animals stay safe during rescue operations. Ideal for new and experienced rescuers alike.

Each class will offer hands-on practice, informative presentations, and the opportunity to ask questions and engage with other wildlife enthusiasts. We highly encourage you to attend all four classes to gain a comprehensive understanding of wildlife rescue and care.

This class will be held on January 16 at 6:30pm.

Register here!

February Winter Wildlife Class: Renesting and Reuniting

Discover how to renest and reunite young wildlife with their families. This class will focus on reuniting baby animals with their parents and safely returning them to the wild, helping to reduce unnecessary rehabilitation cases.

Each class will offer hands-on practice, informative presentations, and the opportunity to ask questions and engage with other wildlife enthusiasts. We highly encourage you to attend all four classes to gain a comprehensive understanding of wildlife rescue and care.

This class will be held on February 27 at 6:30pm.

Register here!

March Winter Wildlife Class: Emergency Care

When wildlife is injured or displaced, the first 24 hours are critical. Learn how to provide immediate care, including first aid, proper handling, and nutritional support to stabilize animals until they can be transferred to a rehabilitation center.

Each class will offer hands-on practice, informative presentations, and the opportunity to ask questions and engage with other wildlife enthusiasts. We highly encourage you to attend all four classes to gain a comprehensive understanding of wildlife rescue and care.

*Please note: this is not a class to teach about rehab. Long-term rehab is much different, and this is no substitution to a licensed rehabber.*

This class will be held on March 20 at 6:30pm.

Register here!

April Winter Wildlife Class: Coexisting with Wildlife

Promote peaceful coexistence between humans and wildlife! This class will explore ways to live alongside native species, address common conflicts, and foster a deeper understanding of our natural world.

Each class will offer hands-on practice, informative presentations, and the opportunity to ask questions and engage with other wildlife enthusiasts. We highly encourage you to attend all four classes to gain a comprehensive understanding of wildlife rescue and care.

This class will be held on April 17 at 6:30pm.

Register here!