AIDE AUX ELEPHANTS CAPTIFS / HELPING CAPTIVE ELEPHANTS
The post reflects on the rich Nepali culture, focusing on a puja ceremony honoring an elephant named Lucky. It describes encounters with a wild bull, Ronaldo, and Lucky’s healing process from past injuries. The narrative emphasizes the bond formed with a younger elephant, Samrat, and highlights the challenges faced by local villagers and the ongoing…
LUCKY KALIMise à jour Août 2018 Ces derniers mois ont été très actifs pour l’Association Moey au Népal où nous continuons notre travail auprès des éléphants captifs.Lucky Kali, célébration d’une année de liberté!Quand j’ai rencontré Lucky pour la première fois, elle se tenait debout, enchaînée d’une patte avant et arrière, derrière des barbelés. Ses pieds…
Association Moey has made significant strides in improving the life of Lucky Kali, a 65-year-old rescued elephant, who suffered from severe conditions. After a year of care, she enjoys better health, living freely at Sapana Village Lodge. The organization expresses gratitude to Direct Aid Nepal for their support in transforming her environment and ensuring her…
Depuis la retraite de Lucky en août, des progrès notables ont eu lieu malgré des défis comme des inondations. La relation entre Lucky et son mahout Som s’est renforcée, favorisant sa santé et son bien-être. Des promenades respectueuses avec les visiteurs commencent, et des programmes financés soutiennent la conservation d’éléphants à Sauraha.
Since Lucky’s retirement in August, progress has been made in her care amidst challenges, including severe flooding. Lucky’s relationship with her mahout Som has improved, focusing on her health and well-being. New programs for guests enhance their experience while avoiding contact. Support from local and international contributors has been vital for her care.
Sanc·tu·ar·y (săngk′cho͞o-ĕr′ē)A sacred place.The condition of being protected or comforted.A place of refuge.A reserved area in which birds and other animals, especially wild animals, are protected from hunting or disturbance. It was early January when I arrived back in Katmandu. I spent my first evening at the fireside of a local restaurant, enjoying a delicious…
Seeing elephant feet in my sleep…. My latest adventure in learning! Since rescuing the elephant Moey in 2012, I have been mostly staying in Thailand researching various possibilities to develop an elephant project. When my funds got low, I would return to Switzerland to work, afterwards returning to Thailand.In spring 2014 I had some free time…