We are the primary resource for the Lake Tahoe Basin and Truckee area for the rescue, rehabilitation and release of injured and orphaned wildlife. WSI is a nonprofit corporation and was established in 1988. Located on the west shore of Lake Tahoe in the community of Homewood, we are at an altitude of over 6,000 feet and surrounded by forest and alpine wilderness. We are licensed by California Department of Fish and Game, and supported by 11 local veterinarians. Our facilities consist of a library, clinic, small laboratory, caging, large outdoor aviary, and two large compounds.
Onsite accommodations are available to interns at no charge.
Click on any image to see it at a larger size . Patient needs Behavior Diet Housing Cleaning and maintaining healthy habitats for our patients Fund raising, group presentations, and public service. College credit can normally be arranged through your school. A chance to learn and develop good work habits in an established facility handling many different varieties of wildlife from large to small. Requirements Be a current college student.