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draped kennel cab] to dry. While preening to try and remove oil, waterbirds will often
ingest some of the oil, so our bird was gavaged [tube fed] with Pepto-Bismol [yes, that
2s the state-of-the-art treatment!] to coat the intestines and keep oil from reaching vital
korgans. The next day he was offered hand-fed whole fish — and ate, and ate, and ate!
FAn exceptionally gentle bird, [remember, gannets never see man and haven't developed a
fear of us] the sight of a rubber-gloved hand constantly inspired him to open that big
mouth!
Wliile he was returning to normal weight, we gave him ample opportunity to bathe and
restore his waterproofing. OKay - he's ready to go, but you can't just take a gannet to
water and release him. Ideally, he needs open ocean — it looks familiar and he can adjust.
Phone calls located a NOAA boat leaving for the Gulf Stream. They took our bird with them
and the crew had the, thrill of seeing a rehabilitated Northern Gannet join a flock of his
own and head north to breed.
OWLS NEEDS: A small microwave oven [big enough to hold a baby bottle!] Call 240-1200.
Welcome to the newest PKS graduates of the OWLS volunteer training class: Susan
Phillips and Clare Winsloi\f. They're now handling hawks and getting very dirty cleaning
pelican cages!
A big thank you to all PKS residents who responded to our recent fund drive. With
people like you, our permanent "wildlife hospital" in PKS will become a reality soon!
And very special thanks to Libby Schlimper "in memory of Harry Schlimper"- our supporters
from the beginning.
ANCIENT MARINERS
STEPHANIE GOETZINGER
January finds Team #2 Captain Lester Scarpone slipping into first place. Team #3
Captain Libby McCulley has faltered and finds themselves in second place.
The men's 200+ club had repeaters only with Bob Gallo's ringing 242 and Dave Hasulak
It 218
Lo and behold, the women's 180+ club had no, yes I said no, new or repeat members.
Men's 500+ club had repeaters only. Bob Gallo 580, 517, 509; Dave Hasulak 566, 507;
Frank Herbst 505; Lester Scarpone 515; Art Stone 522, 519.
The women's 450+ club roared in with Lib Fleming at 465; Millie Herbst 473, 456; Edna
Kent 456; Vern Wallace 455,
The Mid-season banquet was a resounding success as usual. The Stones, Peg and Art,
headed up the dinner and set-up arrangements and they were ably assisted by Mary and Matt
Clark, Pat and Steve Nelson, Jo and Lester Scarpone. Many, many thanks for a job well done.
"The Live Entertainment" headed by Rene Ingram; written by Jack Morris; narrated by
Stew Cox and Hank Ingram; Music by Libby McCulley. The players, may they be forgiven:
Lester Scarpone as the soldier; Kathy Keegan, The Black Jack Dealer; Ted Goetzinger, the
Tennis Player; Stephanie Goetzinger, The Lighthouse Keeper; Dave Hasulak at the Dancer;
Mary Wiker, the Seamstress and Steve Nelson, the Bowler.
Hey.' What can I say? The food was good.
FROM THE AQUARIUM
February events include the following: — Films will be shown at 11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m.
and 4:00 p.m. on Sundays. The following weekend films are scheduled — February 24 and 25
"How Do Fish Swim". These film presentations will take place on Mondays and Fridays at
2:00 p.m. — February 19 and 23 - "Return of the Great Whales" and February 26 - "The Rest
less Sea"
Field excursions are scheduled in February at the Aquarium. All trips require pre-
egistration. Fees are charged for certain field experiences. For more information, please
11 [919] 247-4004. The field trips are: February 22, The Winter Beach and February
'4, Cliffs of the Neuse [fee].
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