NEWS

SEPTEMBER 2007

BEACH PRESERVES

What child can walk along a beach and resist the urge to pick up shiny rocks and glistening sea glass? Once home, though, the treasures usually dry and lose their luster. With this canning project, your beachcomber can keep her finds sparkling and create a lasting summer memento.

Gather rocks, empty shells and sea glass in a variety of sizes, shapes and colors. Fill a canning jar with a layer of sand and wedge in larger rocks or driftwood, then add the smaller shells. Fill the jar with seawater, screw the lid on tightly, and wrap in a towel to prevent breakage on the ride home.

Stand the jar in a kettle and cover it with water. Heat until the water boils, then simmer for 15 minutes (the cooking kills any algae). Carefully remove the jar from the kettle (parents only) and cool. Let your child label the jar and decorate the lid with sand sprinkled over glue.

   LOOKING FOR A SPECIAL GIFT?

Light-a-Candle and Adopt-A-Cat and make one animal a little more comfortable. All of Big Cat Rescue's animals are available for sponsorship (adoption). It costs $1,900.00 per DAY to keep the sanctuary running. Annual sponsorship fees go toward providing a higher standard of living.

'COUGH IT UP' FOR THE FUR BALL!

Announcing the 8th Annual Big Cat Rescue "Fur Ball" Fundraising Gala Dinner and Auction, Friday, October 12, 2007. 

MoonShadows and RainForests is donating a gift basket of 12 Status Jar Candles for the silent auction.  Can't attend? Donate!  More here

Proceeds will be used to feed these four mistreated tigers rescued on May 18, 2007:  Scroll down to watch a video about the tiger rescue.

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