Boon Lott’s Elephant Sanctuary (BLES) has long been heralded as an ethical elephant sanctuary since founder Katherine Connor, and her husband Anon (6), provided a home for their first elephant in 2007. Follow along with one guest who shared (1) his visit to BLES and, decidedly, would love to go back. BLES lets the elephants … Continue reading »
A vision often becomes a reality, which is true of BLES. But not without a lot of blood, sweat and tears along the way. Since the founding of Boon Lott’s Elephant Sanctuary (BLES) (3) in Sukhothai, Thailand in 2007 (6) Katherine Connor has come a long way. She is a survivor and has never given … Continue reading »
For elephants with discriminating tastes partaking of mini pumpkins on National Pumpkin Day can be quite a feast! And Sukari (4) makes it clear she is enjoying her tasty treats. For those of us who love elephants and will spend the afternoon in a pumpkin patch, there can be no better way than to carry … Continue reading »
World Elephant Day is a day to talk about elephants; to show our concern for them or to just share our love for them with others, in any way (social media, small gatherings, fundraiser events). Elephant Spoken Here was also born on this day, August 12th, in 2015, to advocate for both elephants in captivity … Continue reading »
Make this World Elephant Day fun, whilst learning about elephants, by creating a work of art out of wire to hang on your wall! This easy elephant craft idea (2) (adult supervision required) is featured on the World Elephant Day website (2) and Orsi has taken it a step farther by not only creating the … Continue reading »
On this special Sunday, 12 May 2024, create a Mother’s Day card that reflects the love you have for your mama, and elephants. This mother and baby elephant is easy to draw with the time-lapse video. For elephant lovers one and all! Happy Mother’s Day 2024 Protect Our Elephants … Continue reading »
To all elephant lovers: A vintage valentine to brighten your day. Share your knowledge of elephant conservation with those around you on this holiday. Gifts, received and given, are much more than material things. “I’ve a trunk full of love for you!” Happy Valentine’s Day! Love, Elephant Spoken Here Image: cc … Continue reading »
Host: “Toka, Thika and Iringa are three Toronto elephants. You made a very substantial offer to the City of Toronto. What was it?” BB: “Well, uh, Pat Derby called me and said that, uh, they had the three elephants, they thought they were going to be able to get them. Host: “Um hmmm” BB: “And they said … Continue reading »
Dear Mr. Bob Barker: Wishing you health and happiness for your milestone 99th birthday. You have entertained us and have amazed us with your kindness to humans and nonhumans, alike. You have made the world a better place just by being you. Thank you for speaking out for elephants and for your lifelong commitment to … Continue reading »
“And, uh, she, uh, has a respiratory problem, they they claim she cannot be moved because of this respiratory problem. And, uh uh, they have brought a so-called expert from southern California to come up there and examine her. And, uh, I do not want to mention his name because I have absolutely no respect … Continue reading »