Zoocheck event

Nature in a Box: reflections on the captivity of wild animals

Join wildlife activist Rob Laidlaw as he explores the myths and realities of zoos and our relationship to animals. This talk will explain why most zoos are a manifestation of our societal view that nature is there to be altered and manipulated; examine some of the current problems that captive animals face and; look at where captivity may be moving in the future. The presentation takes a holistic approach to understanding the experiences of animals and our relationship to them on both a personal and societal level. Rob Laidlaw is the founder of Zoocheck Canada, a charity dedicated to protecting wildlife in captivity in the wild and is the author of the newly published book Wild Animals in Captivity. 

What: Illustrated presentation on wildlife in captivity and the efforts to protect them
When: Friday October 3rd, 5:30pm
Where: Fanshawe College Building D room 1052
Who: Presented by Rob Laidlaw