Did you ever wonder what happens with the information you submit in your annual reports?  Does it get filed right away?  Or does someone actually read it?

I reached out to a few states to see what the Game Departments do with all the patient data they receive each year.  Here are a few of the responses:

• results are summarized and presented at annual state wildlife rehabilitation meetings
• the number of patients that are threatened or endangered is monitored
• track how long patients are being held for rehabilitation
• ensure that only approved species on the permit are being treated
• check that all animals receive a final disposition
• make sure that patients are being released in appropriate locations

So give yourselves a pat on the back!  Your data is being used for wildlife health monitoring outside of the WILD-ONe community as well.