MEET THE TEAM


OUR TEAM

The RARE Group Coordinator: Sonja Hadenfeldt
Sonja has been a part of The RARE Group since the summer of 2016. During this time she has volunteered in the rehabilitation clinic and helping coordinate transportation for injured raptors. In 2017, Sonja began participating in the planning and exhibiting of RARE’s educational programs across eastern Iowa schools, care facilities, and other wildlife and conservation areas. These experiences have allowed her to meet and create valuable relationships with others interested in the care and protection of birds of prey in Iowa and around the world
“During my time with RARE I have learned so much about raptors and wildlife in general, along with the issues that they deal with day to day. I feel that working with these birds is a special opportunity, each with their own unique characteristics and needs. I really wanted to be involved in educating the public and allowing others to interact with, and appreciate these amazing birds. In my role as coordinator I hope to bring awareness to the issues these birds face and educate communities on how we can be better caretakers of the world around us” – Sonja Hadenfeldt, The RARE Group Coordinator

OUR DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS

Our team of volunteer staff make it possible for our clinic to remain operational 7 days a week, 365 days a year! Without our incredible team we wouldn't be able to do what we do- THANK YOU!
Jodeane Cancilla
Luke Hart
Sonja Hadenfeldt
Eric Kahl
Ellen Dice
Dawn Pawlowski
Colin Shirk
Sandy Pickup
Erin Melloy
Phil Cronin
Eric Swartzendruber
Karen "Z" Keith-Zamora
Denise Davis
Jeanine Redlinger
Jana Klein
Jordan Lattner
Abigail Appleby
Rochelle McFarland
Elana Becker
Brian Melloy
Tammy Cronin
Jennifer Vick
Julie Phye
Laurie Smith
Cari Redondo
Ralph Canapa
Nikki Herbst
Pat & Enid Cancilla
Dr. Mary Ebert
Dr. Kim Vercande


OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President: Phil Cronin 
Secretary: 
Treasurer: Sandy Pickup
Board Member: Jodeane Cancilla
Board Member: Lisa Dreesman
Board Member: Ellen Dice
Board Member: Eric Kahl
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