TreeHouse Wildlife Center

TreeHouse has been serving all of the central and southwestern Illinois community for over 40 years as a professional resource for those who encounter a wild animal in need. We operate under permits from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U. S. Department of Agriculture, Illinois Department of Natural Resources, and Illinois Endangered Species Board.

TreeHouse believes for any wildlife rehabilitation program to be truly successful, it must be partnered with an interactive public education program. We have been given the unique opportunity to interact with the public and educate our human communities about the value of wildlife, the basic needs of these animals, and human impact on wildlife and their environment. By following these educative objectives we can further our cause by teaching people to have compassion, tolerance, and understanding for the creatures we dedicate our time to save.

We provide on-site intern quarters to host college students from around the world. These interns receive hands-on experience in animal rescue, rehabilitation, husbandry, and release.  TreeHouse works with colleges to offer school credit to interns. Interns can also learn about other aspects of a wildlife facility by participating in education programs and outreach.

TreeHouse operates solely on donations from the public, memberships, fundraisers, grants, sponsors, and fees from education programs.  While our organization is operated by a dedicated staff of talented and knowledgeable individuals, much of our work is done by volunteers. Volunteers help fulfill a variety of needs, from administering care and treatment of wildlife patients to building enclosures, educating the public, fundraising, and transporting animals.

TreeHouse Wildlife Center is open to the public 363 days a year.  Visitors are invited to walk among our outdoor facilities and education center and learn about native wildlife, free of charge.