So many people have a heart for animals and helping them to live good lives. But some people take it to a whole new level! My guest today is one of those people! Diane Robinson, the Director of Oconee Regional Humane Society has dedicated much of her life to ensuring that animals are treated fairly, receive the attention & care they deserve, and bringing attention to animal welfare needs.
Originally from Pennsylvania and attending Penn State, Diane is a hard core Nittany Lion fan! But she discovered her true passion when she moved to Colorado and began experiencing nature in its purest form. Though she moved there for education opportunities in teaching & coaching, she quickly realized she loved everything outdoors!
Her love for the outdoors turned into a teaching position for the Outward Bound outdoor adventure education program. Diane is also a wilderness first responder, and she later joined the local Search & Rescue team. A contact there was a strong connection to the United States Humane Society, which ultimately brought her into the non-profit world of animal welfare through the Animal Disaster Response Team. Her career has continued to benefit animal welfare, both in regular times, as well as during disasters.
We will discuss some of the issues pets are facing, as a result of the pandemic and subsequent recovery. Some we would have expected, but some we didn’t. And we will talk about how public and government perception has changed about pets and their roles in our lives and families, particularly after many of the disasters in recent years.
You’ll hear a great conversation about our local Oconee Regional Humane Society ORHS, the wonderful work they are doing and the plans for the future. You’ll hear about the low cost spay/neuter program and how the organization helps needy families feed and care for their pets. We’ll also talk about advocacy and how critical it is for the community to be involved in the mission. You’ll hear about the many volunteer capacities and opportunities where you can enjoy helping out with the pets, who really need you.
Diane is relatively new to the lake, so we’ll talk about what lured her here and how she is enjoying the lake area, so far.
Guest - Diane Robinson
https://www.orhspets.org/
Phone: 706-454-1508
Sponsors - Farmers & Merchants Bank; Lake Oconee Bistro; Tim Broyles State Farm Insurance
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Lure of the Lake
Lake Oconee, Georgia, located halfway between Augusta and Atlanta, is a man-made paradise with incredible beauty that makes it a great vacation destination for people of all ages. More than that, though, it's a community for those that are looking for a peaceful life filled with nature and beauty.
I, myself, am a member of that community. I moved to Reynolds in 2020 and started to hear the incredible stories of its residents. Join me, now, as we take a plunge into some fascinating stories of the many well-lived lives of our community and learn why they were Lured to the Lake.