Elephant Aid International's mission is to end the worldwide suffering of elephants by creating innovative approaches to the care and management of elephants in captivity. EAI gives hands-on assistance to improve standards of care; teaches humane methods of training and handling; raises public awareness of the lives and needs of elephants; models new standards of care at its Elephant Refuge North America, where elephants can retire, recover and thrive.
Elephant Refuge North America (ERNA) is home to two elephants, soon to be three, and can accommodate as many as ten elephants retired from zoos and circuses.
At ERNA, the needs of the elephants come first. As an elephant refuge operating under an authentic sanctuary philosophy, ERNA is not open to the general public. We do recognize the valuable learning experience of observing elephants and educate the public through the use of live streaming video cameras located throughout the habitat. These cameras enable people to watch the elephants unobtrusively, ensuring the elephants’ privacy and providing the public a window into the world of natural elephant behavior.
Located in Attapulgus, Georgia, ERNA spans 850 acres of gentle rolling hills, lush pastures, dense forests, spring-fed lakes, creeks and streams, with a climate that allows our elephants to remain outdoors 24/7 almost all the year. It is the perfect place for elephants to regain their “elephantness” and develop loving bonds with other elephants and caregivers.
Each print you purchase will help provide the care that ERNA's elephants need and deserve.
Visit the links below to learn all about Elephant Aid International and EAI's project, Elephant Refuge North America. Go to EAI's YouTube page to see the live webcam and archived videos of the elephants.