LAKEPORT
Wings of Hope 1-Day Camp
Hospice Services of Lake County recognizes and addresses the unique ways children grieve and heal from a loss of a loved one. Families with children ages six years and older who have experienced the death of a significant person in their lives are invited to attend a one-day, free Bereavement Camp. The camp is scheduled for Saturday, November 12, 10 a.m to 2 p.m., in Clearlake.
Camp activities are designed for healing in a fun and positive environment with equine therapy and a family art project. Wings of Hope Bereavement Camps are offered periodically throughout the year and are facilitated by bereavement counselors and trained volunteers.
Most of us will experience the life-altering experience of losing a loved one: the death of a best friend, a parent, son or daughter. These losses can be even more traumatic to children and youth. These are powerful personal events that, if not dealt with effectively, can cycle into a landslide of life-changing events.
Preregistration is required for Saturday’s camp, and space is limited. For more information and to reserve space, contact Jennifer Nystrom by calling (707) 263-6222 or emailing jnystrom@lakecountyhospice.org.
Hospice Services of Lake County’s mission is to support and comfort people by providing the highest quality medical, emotional and spiritual care to help patients and their families navigate their end-of-life journeys. For more information, call Hospice Services of Lake County, (707) 263-6222. Visit the organization’s website at www.lakecountyhospice.org.
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LOWER LAKE
Last Guided Nature Walk of the year to be held at Anderson Marsh State Historic Park
The last guided nature walk for 2022 at Anderson Marsh State Historic Park will be held on Saturday, November 12, beginning at 8:30 am.
The November nature walk will be led by volunteer State Parks Docent Roberta Lyons. The hike will cover parts of the Cache Creek Nature Trail, the Marsh Trail and the Ridge Trail. The hike will be over mostly level terrain and will cover about three miles at a leisurely pace. The hike should last between one and a half and 2 hours.
Bring binoculars and meet in the parking lot at 8:15 a.m. for time to experience the early morning wildlife that can be found in the Ranch House and Barn complex yard – the walk will begin at 8:30 a.m.
There is no charge for the guided nature walk and parking is free for those attending.
Anderson Marsh State Historic Park is located on Hwy 53, between Lower Lake and Clearlake. For more information about the guided walk, email info@andersonmarsh.org or call (707) 995-2658.
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LAKE COUNTY
Feline Panleukopenia outbreak in North Lakeport area
Lake County Animal Care and Control has recently become aware of multiple documented cases of feline panleukopenia in the 5300 block of Lakeshore Blvd, in Lakeport.
Feline panleukopenia is a highly infectious disease that can infect wild and domestic cats. Infected animals can shed large amounts of the virus in secretions including feces, vomit, urine, saliva, and mucus. Primary signs of infection include anorexia, lethargy, profuse watery to bloody diarrhea, and vomiting. Feline panleukopenia must be immediately and aggressively treated. Infection can be fatal in less than 24 hours.
Prevention is vital to protect your cats. Cat owners in the area where these infections were documented are advised to contact their veterinarian for specific vaccination recommendations and treatment options if their cat is showing symptoms.
Although risk of infection in other areas of Lake County is lower, it is recommended that cat and dog owners regularly vaccinate their animals to prevent infection of diseases like feline panleukopenia, canine parvovirus, and others.
Lake County Animal Care and Control can be reached Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, at (707) 263-0278.
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