A well known mascot for Medicine River Wildlife Centre who has inspired interest from school children and others throughout Central Alberta can now claim fame of another kind.
He’s written a book.
Announcement of the one-of-a-kind book “Otis’s Story” was made last Friday. It’s the first of a series entitled “Through the Eyes of Otis the Owl”. Each 36 page book narrated by the centre’s well-known education owl, Otis, tells the story from the Wildlife Centre, along with an educational component.
“This is a very unique and exciting series that is sure to inspire its young readers,” said a press release from Carol Kelly, executive director of the facility.
“In the first book, Otis the Owl takes us through his story of how he came to be at Medicine River Wildlife Centre. It’s a thrilling tale, filled with suspense and intrigue! A beautiful, high quality book with incredible illustrations by Alberta artist Gabe Wong.
“Otis is grateful for the care and kindness he receives from the Wildlife Centre and plans to donate all the proceeds of the book to help the organization pay for and protect the 453 acres surrounding his home.”
The books are available for $15 each plus shipping during the presale with books available later this fall. Reserve your copy now online at www.mrwc.ca or by emailing info@mrwc.ca or by calling 403-728-3467.
Medicine River Wildlife Centre is a wildlife hospital and education centre located near Raven about a half hour drive west of Innisfail.