Mona Rutger, animal rescuer |
Mona Rutger
Castalia, OH
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Mona in a word... Animal rescuer
Mona is a Hometown Hero because...
Seventeen years ago, Mona Rutger established "Back To The Wild" in Castalia, OH. Every year more than 2,600 animals are brought to Mona for rehabilitation. More than 60% are restored to health and released back to the wild.
More about Mona...
Mona's second passion is education, she is licensed to keep permanently disabled wildlife for education purposes. Last year, her programs reached nearly 60,000 people across Ohio.
Awards
TV's Animal Planet "Hero of the Year", Firelands Hero Awards: Animal Rescue Hero
http://www.redcrosshometownheroes.org/hero/Mona-Rutger