TWRC's mission is to promote environmental conservation through public education and rehabilitation of native Texas wildlife.

Description:
TWRC is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which provides a free emergency and rehabilitative care facility open to the public 7 days a week. Our telephone hot-line handles wildlife related issues and also provides community education and outreach programs to schools, scout groups and adult civic organizations. TWRC also operates a Baby Bird Program which provides hands-on training and education for teen and adult volunteers.

History:
In operation since 1979, TWRC serves the community as an emergency shelter for native Texas wildlife. the shelter is operated by a highly efficient volunteer and part-time staff consisting of permitted rehabilitators, students, seniors, professionals, and animals lovers focusing on conservation, public education and wildlife rehabilitation. The shelter receives almost 5,000 animals and the telephone hot-line handles over 10,000 calls each year.

Contact people:

Roslyn Even, Program Director, (phone), (email) Shannon Beliew, Staff Liaison, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: (713) 468-8282

Address:

595 Wycliffe Houston, TX 77079 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.twrc-houston.org

Directions:

TWRC is located on the west side of town off IH-10 on Wycliffe Dr., 1/2 block from the corner of Memorial Drive.   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Wilcrest & Memorial Dr.,   Walk distance (in minutes): 5 mins.   Nearest Bus Stop: Wilcrest & Memorial Dr., 5 mins. minute walk