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| The mission of the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge (ECWR) is education, conservation and rehabilitation for the welfare of Florida’s natural fauna. The ECWR is a not-for-profit organization made up of a caring staff and dedicated volunteers. Its headquarters and refuge are currently located in the heart of Destin, Florida. Over the past 13 years, the ECWR has cared for thousands of animals in need of help – from stranded dolphins to injured eagles to orphaned foxes. The ECWR is mainly supported through the generous donations of local residents and businesses. To make a donation in support of the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge's ongoing programs, click here! | I found an injured/orphaned animal. What do I do! |
|  | Interns play a vital role and get
real world experience at ECWRWe offer internships year round to all intersted individuals. As an intern at the ECWR, you will experience all aspects of our mission while working alongside our experienced staff. In addition you will fill an important role as you assist our staff in everything from daily animal husbandry to animal enrichment to wildlife emergencies and rescues. In addition we can tailor your experience to suit your interest. More details can be found hereand by contacting Patrick Gault, Assitant Director of the ECWR at
Current intern Kerstin Amend is providing around the clock care for five juvenile Eastern gray squirrels. |
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Dr. Bryan Murphy provides care for refuge patients.
 Dr. Bryan Murphy, seen here examining his namesake and our newest Animal Ambassador, Murphy the coyote, graduated from the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1988. Since then he has practiced small animal medicine in panhandle area, specializing in veterinary dentistry, geriatric medicine and surgery.
Dr. Murphy has been married for 29 years to the love of his life Debbie. Their daughters are married (Jennifer and Dan McInnis and Kathryn and Paul Marek) and live in Asheboro, NC and Atlanta, GA. In his rare spare time Dr. Murphy enjoys woodworking, gardening and travel. Dr. Murphy donates his services to the refuge and his expertise has not only saved the lives of numerous wildlife, but he and his staff play an integral role in the refuge's mission of rescuing and releasing sick, injured and orphaned wildlife. He has been especially valuable to us in his willingness and ability to repair broken bones in many of our avian patients, including our ambassador Eastern screech owl, Nona. |
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