2017: The year of fire and ice.

When I wrote in spring, “2017 is an exciting year at Sanctuary One,” I could never have predicted all of the surprises that would unfold throughout the year. We started with heavy snow and ice, downed tree limbs, and lost power due to our region’s 100-year snow storm. Staff who could make it near the farm with their cars had to hike in to care for the animals. In summer, medical costs soared as we battled foxtails that took over our dog yard, emergency eye surgery for a kitten we rescued from a severe hoarding case, all while continuing to ensure that our senior animals received the extra care they deserve. Just as our summer tour season got into full swing, wildfires raged and came within 2,000 feet of our property causing our first (and hopefully last) evacuation in our 10-year history of nearly 60 farm animals. As the season wrapped up, we had to cancel our annual Open Farm Day (which had the highest pre-registration in the event’s history) due to an infectious virus in our herd – the good news is we fully expect our animals will all make a full recovery!

While 2017 had its share of unexpected hiccups, we also had some exciting firsts to share! We launched a successful Volunteer Week in April with over 150 new volunteers coming to help out on the farm. For the first time we donated fresh produce from our learning garden to ACCESS, a local agency that runs 27 food banks. We were able to assist with two major cat hoarding cases and several alpaca neglect cases. Fourteen chickens, rescued from the egg laying industry, and two calves rescued from becoming veal, now call Sanctuary One home until they find their forever families. On top of all this we’ve already surpassed our 2016 adoption numbers, with 75 successful adoptions so far and more on the way.

Sanctuary One and our animals need your help. With your gift you are helping us survive fire and ice. You’re providing the best medical care possible for our rescued friends. You’re providing organic produce to food banks and those most in need in our community. You’re educating youth on the value of caring for our animals and planet – ensuring they understand the power of their actions. One local service learning student told us that “Sanctuary One makes you feel like you were born to make a change.”

Mother Nature made sure 2017 was exciting; you can ensure 2018 is a success.

-Megan Flowers, Executive Director

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  1. Congratulations on all the successful rescues and adoptionsand for making it through the winter snow and the fall wildfire with evacuation of all the animals. The successful volunteer program is a wonderful accomplishment. Much appreciated very hard work on the part of the staff!

    Wishing you and the Sanctuary Staff a rewarding New Year!

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*Watch Duty Update* Morning update: The fire is roughly 70% lined and has retained its footprint from yesterday afternoon. Upper Applegate Road remains closed to the public at this time so we ask that folks stay away from the area unless you're a resident to allow our single paved road for emergency responders. Again, a BIG thank you to everyone who has reached out to us as soon as they heard about the fire. There are not enough words to thank the 200+ wildfire fighter folks who have come to help keep people safe. 6:40pm: The fire is currently holding around 350 acres. Resources will continue to work on it throughout the night.Fire Update Near Sanctuary OneHi friends,Thank you to everyone who has reached out with concern and support about the nearby Upper Applegate wildfire. We want to share that the fire is currently approximately 10 miles away and not heading toward the care farm at this time.We have two staff members and three interns staying on-site tonight to monitor the situation and care for the animals.We have emergency foster placement plans in place, but if you’d like to add your name to our emergency foster list, please email info@sanctuaryone.org—your information will be passed on to the appropriate staff.If conditions change and we reach a Level 1 evacuation, we will work closely with law enforcement and fire officials to evacuate animals safely and calmly. Please note that there is only one paved road in to and out of Sanctuary One, so we must be mindful about keeping access clear for emergency and evacuation vehicles.Fire Status (as of 4:00 PM):*Estimated at 200 acres*Growth fueled by wind, heat, steep terrain, and dry vegetation*Large Air Tankers (LATs) have made multiple retardant drops*A Very Large Air Tanker (VLAT) has been ordered*Helicopters continue water drops*Ground crews are engaged in an aggressive initial attack*More resources are arriving on sceneWe’ll continue to monitor updates closely and keep you posted. Thank you for your support and care for our animals and team. 💚 ... See MoreSee Less
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Farewell, sweet BlinkinBlinkin arrived at Sanctuary One in 2010 alongside her beloved mother, Winkin. The two Boer goats were an inseparable pair—so deeply bonded that they would cry if the other was out of sight, spending peaceful hours side by side in the pasture.When Winkin passed, Blinkin grieved deeply, but in time, she slowly found her place among the rest of the care farm goats. She began participating in field trips and tours, gently teaching visitors about connection, resilience, and the quiet strength of animals. In her later years, Blinkin preferred to greet guests from the comfort of the pond pasture, soaking up the sun and companionship.She also had a gift for comforting others—offering calm presence during grief retreats and patiently helping scared, newly rescued goats learn to trust again. Her presence was a source of healing for many, both human and animal.The farm feels a little quieter without her, but her spirit lingers in the pastures she loved. We’re so grateful for the years we shared with Blinkin—for all she gave, and all she taught us.A few other memories about Blikin from Colleen-"She loved to be brushed. She would lean into you and if you stopped she would follow you around until you started again!She had the cutest little "grunt" whenever she had an opinion about something, or she was walking, you could always hear her little voice.She had the softest ears ❤️❤️Even in her last days she loved to be with people, she enjoyed the time we spent with her. Just sitting in her stall or out in the pasture she would embrace the moment, still leaning into you to show she cared.I miss her dearly......"Happy trails, sweet Blinkin. You will always be part of the Sanctuary One story. ... See MoreSee Less
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