Steve Mehren: As Saving Wildlife International’s Founder and Executive Director, Steve shares his life-long love of animals and commitment to wildlife conservation with audiences ranging from classrooms across Southern California to diverse audiences via local and national television appearances. Steve is an engaging wildlife conservationist with more than 25 years of experience working with a wide range of animals including primates, hoof-stock, large predators, reptiles, birds of prey, and more. Whether discussing conservation or offering advice on how individuals can make a difference in their everyday life to preserve wildlife, Steve is an entertaining and knowledgeable guest speaker. His experience and education coupled with his passion for wildlife make him a tremendous asset to wildlife conservation.
Steve is as comfortable on camera as he is interacting with some of the world’s most fascinating creatures. Steve’s national appearances include Good Day Live and The Sharon Osbourne Show and local appearances include Fox’s Good Day LA and Night Cap. Steve and his animals have traveled extensively throughout the US and abroad (e.g. Korea and Puerto Rico) to spread the message of conservation. Steve is a graduate of the Exotic Animal Training and Management at Moorpark College in California.
Description of programs: Let us help you inspire your students to explore, discover, and learn about the natural world through our unique live animal presentations. Your school will come alive and develop a new appreciation for all wildlife. Our exciting presentations are designed to be both entertaining and educational!
Wildlife Past, Present, and Future
What does it mean when an animal is endangered, threatened, or extinct? Your students will be able to answer these questions and begin to understand the symbiotic relationship between humans and wildlife. Learning how kids can make a difference in wildlife conservation not only empowers the students, but also motivates them to make wiser decisions regarding the environment.
Reality of Reptiles
Discover the fascinating world of reptiles, amphibians, and insects. SWI educators will unravel their classifications and some common misconceptions surrounding these misunderstood creatures.
Rainforest Expedition
Students will embark on an exciting expedition to the rainforest without ever leaving their school! Students will explore why the rainforest is important to humans and animals as they meet some special animals that come from this fascinating and fragile environment.
Indigenous
The United States and California particularly are two of the most geographically diverse places on earth. Students will explore our native wildlife and their habitats through a variety of native animal ambassadors.
Grades: K-8
Instructional Materials Available: Upon request
VIRTUAL LEARNING PROGRAMS AVAILABLE: YES
CONTACT:
Saving Wildlife International
Steve Mehren
PO Box 2626 • Malibu, CA 90265
800-WILD-SWI (945-3794)
Cell: (310) 804-3553
E-mail: shows@wildswi.org
Web Site: www.wildswi.org
