Meet the crew
Lori Ensign founded Safari's Sanctuary in 1995. For 18 years, Safari's was open to the public leading Lori to work 12+ hour days including her other jobs that helped fund the sanctuary. These jobs included race car driving, modeling, and engineering. When Lori was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, her doctor recommended she find a hobby. Safari's Sanctuary became this hobby. Today, she continues to put the animal's needs before her own and advocate for animals that can not speak up for themselves.
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Lynsey Bray Lynsey recently transplanted from Central Florida so she could expand her wings without getting blown away by hurricanes. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Animal Science with Animal Physiology concentration and Zoology Minor from University of Florida then worked with small-animal pets, as well as wildlife. She is a certified children's advocate in the court system which helps her mentor young volunteers and voluntolds…if you're completing mandated community service. Her passion for animal-care and wildlife rehabilitation is contagious: you'll laugh with her as she deep cleans cages then treks through waist-deep water to catch an injured shorebird and laugh at her as she puts live bugs in her hair for the monkey to groom.
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David Styers is the “Animal Ambassador” of Safari’s. Not to be confused with the Ambassador animals that he (and other volunteers) takes to schools, churches, birthday parties, and many other events. Scared of snakes? David can educate you about all the reasons that snakes are beneficial to humans. When you learn the real facts about snakes, instead of TV, movie, or old wive’s tale “information “, you will find out all of the reason to not only not be scared but feel better about having a snake around your property.
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Sadie has been trained by Sparky in security protocols, how to dig holes, and food inspection. Sadie's biggest priority is protecting her mama (Lori). She also enjoys playing with Sparky and Lori. Sadie is not afraid to use her height to steal from the food prep stations, but prefers to eat whatever Lori is eating. Sadie claims the roosters are up to no good and makes it a priority to keep them in check.
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Destiny manages the front desk and is in charge of making sure volunteers and community service check-in. She may look grumpy, but she just wants some love and affection. She also performs routine inspections of the check-in barn to make sure everything is in tip top shape. Her inspections include climbing to the roof to help Sparky and Sadie cover areas above their reach.
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