The wild condor population in central California is growing due to captive- releases of young birds, new chicks hatching under their parents in the wild, and our field crews saving the lives of many condors. Threats still loom large though— lead poisoning remains the leading cause of death in the wild, but a new risk, highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI or Bird Flu) is threatening the entire flock. At Ventana Wildlife Society, we are not backing down. To safeguard the future of these magnificent birds, we are expanding our outreach to eliminate lead ammunition from the environment, vaccinating the wild flock against Bird Flu, and releasing ten captive-bred condors into the wild each year. We can’t do it without you and MCGives increases your dollar’s value! With your support, Ventana Wildlife Society’s tireless efforts in condor conservation include: • Providing Essential Medical Treatment • Promoting Non-lead Ammunition • Releasing Captive-Bred Condors • Monitoring Nesting Chicks montereycountygives/vws www.ventanaws.org As the sun set over the rugged cliffs of Big Sur, Ferdinand (652), spread his wings and soared into the open sky. Once on the brink of extinction, condors like Ferdinand are symbols of hope and resilience, living reminders that our shared commitment to wildlife conservation can turn the tide. Stay Engaged! Live Streaming Cams My Condor Bios The Condor Chat & much more! 1-4s 4.6” x 4.94” Planting Trees Training Youth Developing Leaders Give to Watsonville Wetlands Watch to plant trees and grow green careers in Pajaro. www.watsonvillewetlandswatch.org BigSurFire.org Thank you for your continued support! BIG SUR FIRE Big Sur Fire continues its mission of protecting the community of Big Sur. This year, money raised through McGives! will go toward funding a fire house on Big Sur’s South Coast. Please consider a contribution of any amount to support our cause! mcgives.com Monterey County GIVES! 2025 117
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