2026 Conference Sponsors:
Humane World for Animals
Pre-conference Workshops
Pre-conference workshops are held on Friday, November 5, 2026 at an additional cost.
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Intro to Wildlife Rehabilitation - full day
IWR covers wildlife rehabilitation regulations in Ohio, handling wildlife calls, neonatal care of orphaned wildlife, zoonotic diseases, stabilization and transportation of Category I species. This class, or an equivalent, is required by the Ohio Division of Wildlife to apply for a Category I Rehabilitation Permit. Registration fee includes manual, handouts and certificate of completion.
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Everything Education (almost!) - half day
Join us as we explore how to conduct environmental education programs that support your mission and generate needed funds. This session covers setup, fees, volunteers, program design, formats, evaluation, and more.
4-hr workshop
Instructor: Manon VanSchoyck
Rabies Vector Species - full day
Rabies Vector Species (RVS) class encompasses current regulations, status of rabies in Ohio, special considerations in RVS rehabilitation, capture and restraint, exposure protocol, testing, species information and health considerations of raccoons, skunks, foxes and bats. This workshop, or equivalent, is required by Ohio Division of Wildlife to accept rabies vector species for rehabilitation.
Bandaging Techniques for Birds - half day
This is a hands on session where participants will practice applying the common bandages used in birds. Examples include a wing, body wrap, curved edge splint for wrist injuries, shoes, tibiotarsus splints and figure of 8 bandages.
3-hr workshop
Instructor: Dr. Vincent-Sturdivant
Animal Behavior Training - half day
Using positive reinforcement and the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, participants will be guided through assessing an animal’s behavior, comfort, physical limitations, learning history, and environment to develop practical, individualized training plans. Participants will explore reinforcer identification, enclosure arrangement, trainer positioning, choice, protective-contact and full-contact training, and strategies for working with injured, apprehensive, or inexperienced wildlife.
4-hr workshop
Instructor: Lara Joseph
Bandaging Techniques for Mammals - half day
This is a hands on session where participants will practice applying the common bandages used in mammals. Examples include a padded limb bandage with stirrups, Velpeau's bandage for humerus fractures, and various splints for fracture management.
3-hr workshop
Instructor: Dr Vincent-Sturdivant