Elephant Sanctuary | Georgia Outdoors

[@patcarr5225]

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[@GPBGeorgiaOutdoors]

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[@ElsaMelendez-q9g]

Mundi is not alone now . Thanks to the santuary.😊

[@DebbieE.-ge8yo]

And now Mundi is there from Puerto Rico and already friends with Tarra and Bo after Mundi had been alone for 35 years at a zoo. Watching the 3 of them on the EleCam on EAI's KZbin channel is addictive! Seeing elephants go about their day--grazing, swimming, and of course sleeping (oftentimes while standing up) is wonderful since we can watch and learn them without intruding in their lives like at zoos/circuses. Carol Buckley has built an elephant paradise in southern Georgia.

[@geraldjacobs2376]

This lady and her friends are doing a great service for the planet. Elephants in Tennessee, Florida and Georgia, not performing , but actually living their lives. She had me when she spoke of trust and gaining their trust and vice versa. I'm always worried for the planet and it's nonhuman inhabitants , plants and insects. I still worry but this lady is a beacon of hope for all the critters , plants and insects. They all had a place before humans arrived and maybe now they still will.

[@chadsimmons6347]

Well she got lot of land 4 two elefants, while poor criminal sleep in street, elefant never pay, but not sleep in street

[@wilapblkhistory8310]

@@chadsimmons6347you should Learn from her, and start something to house those in need. Where can we find your effort to do so? Is there a webpage or can you direct us to the organization you’ve started to help those who sleep on the streets???

[@catmeldo]

Mundi has arrived and is an African elephant. But she’s very sweet n special too! They are acclimating beautifully

[@kayci2058]

So wonderful to hear!

[@joelluongo7419]

Does that now make three?

[@4dbak]

Elephant's are my favorite animal on earth. And I agree with the opinion of not letting a reporter's hour interview effect elephant's lives forever. I'd also like to thank Carol and ppl like her for dedicating their lives in saving animal's of all kind. May Carol and ppl like her always remain healthy & well.

[@mikemondano3624]

Your true sentiments are revealed by calling them "ppl". You're a phony.

[@beverlyjohnson2266]

Elephants can see into your heart. ❤❤❤❤

[@jimtulio8413]

Love this! So glad there are people out there doing this kind of preservation and sanctuary work for elephants.

[@meetvirginia7023]

Ellie’s 🐘 are my favorite animal in the wild. So smart, gentle and loving 🥰♥️😇

[@dionnedunsmore9996]

Ellie is a baby elephant, rite? I've not heard an adult elephant t referred to as n ellie. Are they?? Learn sumthin everyday😊

[@sandranegroncorcino]

Carol thank you for your love to this Elefants. God blessings. I'm from Puerto Rico. 🇵🇷🇵🇷❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@avaclark5104]

Wow! I'm so jealous! But also very thankful for this incredible woman and her heart for these amazing elephants. What she's accomplished is beyond anything I have seen before. Thank you for making this video.

[@wolfdreams2000]

Carol is amazing and the best elephant advocate ❤ I've followed her and her work for many, many years

[@Woody-2837]

😂😂😂LOL

[@MSB780]

Elephants are 🐘 so precious

[@sunrunneroldbottels223]

Elephants are my favorite . I was 3 years old when one gently picked me up and put me down. Everyone was frightened but I wasn't.

[@MaureenCAllen]

Thanks to extraordinary Carol Buckley, may captive elephants thrive in peace and liberty at ERNA

[@maikipr]

We know our female elephant "Mundi" from Puerto Rico just arrived to your Santuary. I hope she gets all the love possible and a great life quality with the others in those 850 acres of land for her to enjoy! ♥

[@catmeldo]

She will!

[@KathleenMonaghan-r3x]

Thank you for all the WONDERFUL WORK 🎉😂 from CARER S, VOLUNTEERS, public whom DONATE their , hard earned money..... GORGEOUS MAJESTIC CREATURES !!! So they can live , the LIFE ..... THEY WERE INTENDED TOO DO !!!😢❤😢❤😢❤😢❤ THANK GOODNESS 🌟 FOR SANCTUARY S AND MAJOR PLAYER S ..... WHO DEDICATE their life , saving ELEPHANTS ! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Cechil55]

I watched a documentary in 1981 that changed my life. It was about elephant sanctuary in Tennessee. I have been donating watching and following all elephant sanctuary stories. I didn't really know you guys were in this situation. I remember Tara visiting dog's grave everyday would you broke my heart. I believe it would be best if the elephants have the least contact with humans. And I didn't realize that you used her in the circus.

[@PacoOtis]

Thanks for sharing this magnificent video! I'm eighty and remember my first visit to a zoo and I was horrified that animals were kept in cages and it greatly saddened me, and still does. We have so much to learn from animals, if only we would. I'm a Vietnam vet and thirty year Army veteran and got to see much of the world and it appears we universally tend to treat animals horribly. Best of luck to all of us!

[@dawnkillen-courtney7799]

What an excellent job was done by everyone on this production. I've followed Tarra and of course Carole for years, and am so happy for this outcome! Welcome and happiness to Mundi now too.

[@recarbanks61]

My heart is so full watching this video ... May God continue to bless them 🙏🏾

[@anaelena2104]

Carol runs like a tremendous machine!!!!!!! Special admirable lady there.

[@Msqles]

We need to protect humans like this ❤❤❤❤

[@zora4321]

Humans are the ones destroying everything!

[@anaelena2104]

8 more arriving in the not too distant future! Wow! Those are great news!

[@kathybrandt6060]

What a beautiful story Sharon. I remember in the 80s when they were they called it culling, it was really just killing elephants because they were too many of them. Now there are so few that they know might not survive. But again, thank you so much for doing this story.

[@codymoe4986]

The definition of culling is "a reduction of a wildlife population by selective slaughter." Use of the word wasn't some sort of trick, you simply didn't know what it meant, or were too lazy to find out.

[@chericlark3539]

You were born for the elephants to be their MAMA. thank you so much.

[@CristinaF210]

i CANNOT wait to see a HUGE HERD of amazing elephants saved from cruelty and slavery form a bond here and live happy thank you to this amazing woman it gives me hope for this world to know people like her exist to me these are the nobel prize winners

[@nicholasforrester8587]

I love how the dog hangs out with the elephant's 🐕🐘🥰

[@sharonsetzer5682]

He's a beauty!!! Gentle wisdom thriving on the planet because of you!! Thank you generous woman!!

[@Fountain156]

What a sweet and beautiful lady. Elephants are the most graceful and adorable creatures on this planet. It makes me sick to think someone could be so cruel to them. I have loved them all my life and have met many. I have a collection of elephants items in my home that I’m running out of room. I am so glad to know that someone else cares so much for these majestic animals. Keep up the beautiful work you are doing we need more like you. You are truly a special and inspiration to all of us.

[@michaelangelo7511]

Such a wonderful way to give of your time and life. Helping the elephants that have been done wrong by humans. This is a persons chance to get a ticket to Heaven. 🇺🇸👍🏻

[@LtBRS]

Virtue is always appropriate.

[@lenahorne100]

Wish I could work, help, or volunteer at the Sanctuary or some place similar. Love animals, especially elephants 🐘 🐘 🐘

[@rachelgoodkind6545]

I love animals as well, they are special. However, I will mention that most humans casually have animals as meals. The cows, chickens and pigs love their lives and also want to live. Just my two cents.

[@pixxz4737]

Tarra loved her dog Bella, they were together all the time.

[@marysheehy4733]

ABSOLUTELY love this. In Africa I was fascinated by the elephants and their social groups. So intelligent

[@marinemom351]

I used to follow Carol and Tara when they were in Tennessee. It’s great to see them again. Tara is a big girl now. I really missed her.

[@annaherrera2889]

These two are blessed to have such a place created for them! Thank you and God bless

[@amykitzmiller9987]

I love this! Thank you for caring about elephants. ❤❤❤❤ This is beautiful and kind in so many ways. The elephants are amazing.

[@lovechild528]

This is a very wonderful documentary! Very well documented. 👏

[@josebaez8451]

Now they have a new member, Mundi…. Straight from a Zoo in Mayaguez Puerto Rico 🇵🇷…

[@marynorris2019]

You are indeed a wonderful Person with a loving heart, So kind and caring. Heartwarming to see these Adorable Elephant's Free and Happy Enjoying their lives Peacefully, 💕 💕 💖 💖

[@dawneparker632]

Happy to see you doing what you love and Tera awesome she’s happy

[@gr8fuldeb699]

This is great. They have a herd which is so important

[@lilymcalister1825]

I am completely mesmerized by elephants. I can't help it either, I just love them. I would give anything to work with them...feeding etc Beautiful sanctuary/Refuge, absolutely beautiful!!

[@DarlenePoston]

Sanctuaries are animals little pieces of heaven . Thank God for you angels who run them❤❤❤❤May God bless all Sanctuaries and the people who are there everday for these precious animals ❤️ 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏😇😇😇😇❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Michelle-kj7wv]

Instantly subscribed. What an amazing American hero and the commitment she has for rescuing glorious Elephants 🐘 earns the respect and admiration from myself and animal lovers everywhere ❤

[@scherazadavega8353]

THANKS for acceted Mundi

[@annethompson2173]

Carol, I admire your patience and love toward these beautiful animals.. thanku

[@johnlaforte700]

A wonderful video about respect and compassion for our neighbors on this Earth. Thank you

[@kimsmith6469]

Love this..thanks for caring and the very Hard work that you put in for our Elephants...wish I could volunteer..but dont live close by..

[@smilingsun581]

God Bless You! Thank you!!!!!

[@pixxz4737]

I remember when Carol started the sanctuary with Tarra in Tennessee first.

[@LindaFellin]

God Bless you for the work you are doing with these precious animals. You are a rock star in my book! I love elephants. They are such intelligent & fascinating creatures & it breaks my heart to see one in chains. Give Beau & Tara a kiss for me.

[@philipfreyaborn8288]

Thanks for helping these beautiful innocent creatures 🐘🐘😻😻

[@holmema78]

There is now an African elephant (from Puerto Rico) at EAI. !!!

[@donnaarmitage9194]

What a amazing lady love elephants they are so beautiful

[@thegeorgiacreekwalker491]

Oh wow, I didn’t know about this place, I’d like to visit one day, my dad owned a service station in Roswell Georgia when I was a kid, my mom took my siblings and I there one day and there was a man with a pet elephant selling rides on the side of the rd right across the rd from my dad’s station, me and my brothers rode it at the same time, it was a gentle giant, I’ve never ridden on a horse but I have ridden on a elephant lol, this was in the early 80’s and you’re not likely to see that kind of thing nowadays, anyway I’d love to visit this place one day, I’m not that far away, Thanks For Sharing 🐘

[@annwilliams1073]

The refuge is not open to visitors. It's a sanctuary that runs on elephant time..no riding ever ,no chains freedom to roam 800+ acres as they choose

[@IRONMAN55555]

Thank you girl. Thank you Carol. You're an amazing lady. I hope my day we can meet

[@ruthcummings588]

Thank you Carol Buckley .... and those who help you .remarkable and compassionate

[@JillChristyGroup]

Oh, I’m heartbroken a visit wouldn’t be good for the elephants. aAnd yet, I completely understand and respect the elephant’s needs for true family to be with them to engage daily. Maybe I’ll just plan to retire and bring my family to South Georgia, too. Nothing would make me want to get out of bed every morning like engaging with Beau and Tara. Bless you, Carol, in all things that you may prosper and be loved as you have indefatigably loved these glorious creatures!

[@carmelogonzalezrohena6701]

Bendiciones Siempre 🙏❤️🙏💐

[@rarerhinostudiosllc1205]

What a beautiful sanctuary and an incredible story of love and dedication! Carol and her elephants are truly inspiring. I’m so excited to see more residents join the family. Thank you for sharing this heartwarming glimpse into their lives!Each day in this sanctuary is filled with moments that warm the heart and uplift the spirit. The gentle giants roam freely, their joyous trumpets echoing through the hills as they play and interact with one another. It’s a testament to the nurturing environment Carol has created, one that fosters not only recovery but also profound connections between the elephants and their caregivers. The bonds formed here are truly special; they reflect resilience and a shared journey of healing. Each story of an elephant that arrives overcome with fear or trauma unfolds into a tale of triumph and trust. As more residents join the family, I can only imagine the beauty of their stories merging, each one adding richness to the sanctuary’s narrative. It is so encouraging to see how the community rallies around these incredible creatures, promoting awareness and support for their needs. Knowing that each contribution, no matter how small, makes a difference fuels the hope for a brighter future for all elephants in need. I look forward to witnessing the continued growth of this sanctuary and the endless love that fills it!

[@rarerhinostudiosllc1205]

Thank you so much for your beautifully expressed thoughts! Carol and the elephants truly embody love and resilience. It’s heartwarming to see how the community supports such a vital sanctuary, and I can't wait to witness the new chapters in their amazing stories!

[@BloodyMary50]

Thank you so much😢😢❤❤❤

[@doritoworld8062]

Awesome job.

[@sandranegroncorcino]

And Tarra is so beautiful lady. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🦣🦣🦣🦣🦣🦣.

[@dedetheb7311]

You’re an angel on this earth for Tara.

[@tbachman7440]

Im so glad you and Tara and Beau are together 💜💜💜

[@holmema78]

Thanks!

[@GPBGeorgiaOutdoors]

Thank you for the Super Thanks! For more information on how your support makes an impact, visit www.gpb.org/support

[@rizpahjael1]

Her story on NPR (The Moth?), was great. It really reflected her love of Tarra, and wanting to change the future, after her own shift happened in her heart. Love this. Thank you for your boldness, courage, kindness and love. Bless you. 🙏💜🙏

[@zorantodoroski1315]

THANKYOU!!!

[@bonnieguerra6300]

I just saw you this morning Carol I love Ellie’s beautiful land and Im sure they’re enjoying being free to roam an be loved thank you can’t wait to see your new arrivals

[@marybarratt2649]

Carol you are an earth angel. I love love love pachyderms and they are so exploited. What you are doing is amazing. Wonderful to see. Thank you so much and many blessings to you.

[@DJ-tb4ni]

Absolutely awesome❤ God bless you all for helping these precious animals.🙏🏽👱🏻‍♀️🌹

[@IsabelleChen-q3n]

❤ I love this video!! Didn't know there was a sanctuary for the elephants in Georgia- thank you all for keeping them healthy and happy! 😊 and love what Carol said- she really loves these elephants 🐘 not always easy.

[@chewonthis...]

It's physically so very apparent, how much better this majestic gentleman is doing in his sanctuary environment! It's the best thing that could've happened to him. Thanks for all you all do to improve the twilight years for these wonderful creatures!

[@taylorc146]

They castrated an elephant?! I just can’t. Thank you carol for saving these glorious creatures.

[@geethakumari771]

Good work.God Bless you

[@monicachuidian-riveracalderon]

Elephants 🐘 ❤️ 🐘 forever 💖

[@jormaker5952]

I'm in love...this is very cool to see. Thank you Carol and all involved.

[@gobi3751]

God bless you!

[@frankwolf3860]

Nice start...and thank you from the top to the bottom of my heart for what you have done...so far! However, I hope you have a vision for a larger elephant population there...as you well know elephants are herd animals. Both Tara and Bo would be so much happier with a few more elephant companions! You have the room, I hope you have access to the $$$ needed to support a larger herd there, and the will to go for it! Thank you for saving them both❤❤... ... ...ahh! later in this video I heard you say you have plans for 4 (?) more elephants...YEAH!

[@alcre764]

Soon Mundi will be arriving at the sanctuary a 41 year old African elephant.

[@et4143]

Great article from the Bronx NY.

[@guadalupelazar2384]

ELEPHANTS ARE MY FAVORITE MAJESTIC GENTLE GIIANTS

[@shirleyspuehler430]

Hope you make it in your new home ! What out for poachers!!🤓 GOD BLESS YOU 🙄

[@janetsmith5449]

God bless Carol

[@pattykat1124]

I like this.

[@lindahilger5121]

❤❤ILIVE ON CENTRAL FLORIDA, I WOULD LOVE TO COME UP TO GEORGIA TO SEE BO AND TARA AND ANY OTHERS TOU HAVE RESCUED FROM CRUEL CAPTIVITY..I LOVE TO VOLENTEER AS WELL❤❤❤❤

[@lilymcalister1825]

I will learn all that I can to help them. ❤❤

[@rachelgoodkind6545]

Thank you for sharing. How nice to take so much time to care for animals. Years ago I decided to stop eating animals and became an ethical whole food vegan. Although many humans "love" their dogs and cats, we also eat cows, pigs, and chickens without much consideration for their life and their sufffering. Although many humans love elephants and giraffe's, all animals want to live and not die at the hands of humans. Please consider switching to a whole food vegan lifestyle. For the animals, environment, and your health.

[@bestotom4068]

Our God is an awesome God.✝✝✡✡🎇🎇🎆🎆🙏🙏💥💥

[@ant6456]

Great video Phase Foundation, Ant

[@liramos7932]

❤ Tarra, Bo and Mundi❤

[@jacquelinemcgowan8164]

Thank goodness for people who care for animals who give their all to them, they are wanting to shoot tigers for sport in certain places, honestly if people stopped going to these countries and made a stand their governments would change there ways. this was to lovely to watch thank you for sharing.

[@pixxz4737]

Carol had lots of videos at her Tennessee sanctuary with every rescue she made.

[@J.Forwood]

So glad you and Tara are reunited, however the poor dog needs more recognition for the role it plays in the elephants' lives. You could start by giving it a name.

[@mundoanimal1414]

Tarra used to live at the elephant sanctuary in Tenessee, Carol Buckley got her from the sanctuary.

[@sandrarichmond8034]

I love them so much wish I could work with them❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@thapuksvk21]

is this where Mundi is going to be?

[@erikm8372]

Why did they insist on keeping Tara from Carol?? Happy endings at least. 😊

[@tabithatotten]

Tarra belongs with her elephant family and not a person who dragged her all over for money for 20 years. Elephants never forget

[@debbiec2419]

There were problems with how Carol treated some of the employees. Eventually she was asked to leave. My heart went out to Tara when Carol went to court & got Tara back. Unfortunately Carol was thinking of herself & not Tara. Tara had friends these last 11 yrs, she " knew " her home. Where her favorite grass grew, her tree to scratch on & the sounds her friends made . I'm shocked to see Carol in the pastures With the elephants!! Carol KNOWS from experience and the Death of a worker in Tenn that ALL contact with elephants should be from behind sturdy fencing!!! Honestly, I don't think I would trust her fencing if any elephant was having a bad day!! Elephants very quickly learn how to put a foot up or an ear to a metal fencing with certain cut outs just for the ability to take blood, have their feet taken care of or being able to do a trunk wash to test for TB. Also Carol wasn't wearing a face mask...elephants can & do catch TB & they have a form of Herpes which unfortunately a lot of babies have died from. In other words who knows what they can catch from us or vice versa. I understand that Carol loves Tara and that is sad. It's just not enough for Tara to lose her family & for Carol to create a sanctuary that is NOT as safe as TN, or Paws in CA or elephant sanctuary in Brazil.

[@tabithatotten]

@@debbiec2419 Tarra was bonded with her elephant family at TES and that for that reason is where she belongs. Imagine being uprooted from your home of 26 years that was created with you in mind? Tarra must miss her family in Tennessee so much. It is to bad that some people cannot let go when it is in the best intetest of the elephant. Sometimes love is letting go and this was one of those times

[@debbiec2419]

Oh I totally agree with you!! Tara had so many friends & memories at TES! Remember how she would spend part of her day with Shirley then go & visit her other friends? This is very strange that her company is a male ele. You wouldn't even see that in the wild, and now an ele from a zoo who I'm sure will live the space...but how will they interact?

[@bpalmento3468]

Hello Tara! I know you from the other sanctuary where you lived before coming to this sanctuary. I'm glad you are doing well. Hugs to Tara!

[@luvsnowblading3230]

I want to work there 🙏🏻💗🐘💗🙏🏻