March 19, 2016 was a very significant day in the history of the United State. The Sue Arnold’s Rehabilitation Center along with Suarez Museum of Natural Science & History for which I am the Founder and President, had the privilege of organizing and witnessing the American Bald Eagle’s flight back to its natural habitat after having been nursed back to health.

flight-for-freedom-9-vertThe two nonprofit organizations have been protecting wildlife and are responsible for providing continued support for other organizations dedicated to educate, conserve and preserve the flora and fauna for generations to come.

The mission of Sue Arnold’s Rehabilitation Center is to bring people and wildlife together to develop an awareness for the community about the value of Florida’s wildlife. The ultimate goal is to rescue, rehabilitate and return the recovered animals to their natural habitat. Recently the Sue Arnold’s Rehabilitation Center assisted in the recovery of Bald Eagle after it was wounded.

The mission of Suarez Museum of Natural Science & History is to be a beacon for the expansion of knowledge of the natural sciences and history and whose vision is to establish a self-funded permanent museum and house in South Florida. And expand its existing and future collections of natural science and history. It is very important for the Suarez Museum of Natural Science & History that each of us is the protagonist of this work, those present and those absent. For those who could not be with us physically  during this historic event we welcome them to relive the experience with us  through the media so that everyone can take part in the historic return of  the American Bald Eagle back to its habitat.

I want to thank everyone for been part of this act with great historical significance. I was honored to be among important people key known figures throughout our community who each day perform different tasks for the welfare of our nation. Below I want to acknowledge our special guests who were in attendance and corporate sponsors who made this historic act possible.

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Special thanks to Waste Management for opening their door for us even being a reserved area not open to the public gave us access to transmit this symbolic event to educate protection to wildlife.

Chief “Joe Dan” Osceola the great great great grandson of Chief Osceola known as the “Unconquered Chief”. Chief “Joe Dan” is the Ambassador of the Native American Seminole Tribe. He was the youngest president of any Indian tribe Elected in North America and founded the Southeastern United Coalition which includes the Seminole, Miccosukee, Cherokee & Choctaw tribes.

United States Presidential Candidate for the 2016 election as an Independent Souraya Faas, who is the youngest presidential candidate running for president in the history of the United States. She is also the first Arab American Woman, first Latina Woman and first Teacher as an occupation running for president of the United States.

Special thanks to Congresswoman Ileana Ros – Lehtinen for donating the first flag for Suarez Museum of Natural Science and History. The American flag was flown over the United States Capitol in thanksgiving to the Suarez Museum of Natural Science & History’s contribution to the community and being the beacon for the expansion of knowledge of the natural sciences & history .

  • Roberto Martell – Mayor of the Town of Medley.
  • Patrick Shepherd – Ambassador of the Chamber of Commerce of Okeechobee.
  • Teresa Bishop – Manager of Public Affairs.
  • Nelson Taker – President of the Chamber of Commerce America (Camacol).
  • Sue Arnold – President Sue Arnold’s Rehabilitation Center.
  • Paris Obregon – President Hight Spirit Promotions, Inc.
  • Houston Martin a volunteer Suarez Museum of Natural Science & History. The talented child delighted us with his beautiful voice.

Rocio Solis – President of the Costa Rican Commission for Cooperation with Unesco  although was unable to attend sent us her words of support:

Dear Sirs.

The Costa Rican Commission for Cooperation with UNESCO, is very pleased to be part of this project where it is to rescue the national bird of the United States and especially at this time, where it is left free, after being rehabilitated.

I want to acknowledge the Suarez Museum of Natural Science and History from work and eager to maintain the animal species, to be known and used by these generations and coming and at the same time educating our planet for a better future. I also take this occasion to recognize the wonderful and important work of Arnold’s Rehabilitation Center and Waste Management in relation to conservation.

Congratulations and success.

Rocio Solis

President of the Costa Rican Commission for Cooperation with UNESCO.

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