Many visitors come to Edmonton every year, and sometimes they need a helping hand. This was recently the case for at least one “accidental tourist”.
Nikki Paskar, who is a student at the University of Alberta, had gone to Ya Ha Tinda Ranch in order to lend a hand at a research project, and while she was there, a bushy tailed woodrat took up residence in her gear.
Unbeknownst to her, the squirrel like rodent hitched a ride with her back to Edmonton.
Ms. Paskar first became aware of the woodrat’s presence when she noticed a skunky smell and what looked like mouse dropping in her garage. She set out some traps to try and catch the mouse that she thought was there, and when she was finally able to catch the creature, she was surprised to find it was actually a woodrat. She took it to the Wildlife Rehabilitation Society of Edmonton, hoping they could help it get back home. They, in turn, placed a request for help on Facebook, and several people came forward volunteering to transport it back to where it came from.
According to Kim Blomme, who is the director of the society, there are many such interesting wild animals in Alberta that are not well known to the general public. A calendar printing company can include photos of them in Calendars that can be sold as fundraising items by organizations that help protect wildlife.
Ms. Pasakrs furry little visitor was safely returned to his home in the mountains.
Get a Free Quote for Calendars
