Elephant Nature Park founder Lek feature on a CBS News

Thu 09 Jun 16
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Elephant Nature Park founder, Lek Chailert feature on a CBS News :

“Many of them arrive here like a zombie, some of them arrive here and they [don’t] know they are elephants, they stand still … they walk in a circle,” said Sangduen “Lek” Chailert, founder of the Elephant Nature Park.

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Save Elephant Foundation Rescue Update – Grandma Dok Koon

Many people still believe that elephants lack emotions and feelings. I urge you to watch this clip. Every time, upon arriving at ENP with new Park members, we will witness various family groups in the field become highly attentive.

Mon 06 May 24

Thank you for helping Save Elephant Foundation throughout 2023

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all supporters of Save Elephant Foundation, who have played a crucial role in enabling the rescue of many elephants throughout 2023, providing them a haven in the sanctuary of Elephant Nature Park

Sun 31 Dec 23

Lek always finds time for her gentle giant family

Our founder Saengduean Lek Chailert, is constantly challenged to find time that she enjoys the most. However, she her love and tenacity prevail and manages to dedicate quality moments with her beloved elephants. Every moment spent in their loving presence revitalises Lek's strength and determination to endure absence from her family.

Thu 12 Oct 23

Green Forest Day: Honoring Our Founder’s Birthday

On our founder Lek’s birthday, we come together to celebrate in the most meaningful way: planting trees and releasing rescued animals. This year, we planted 500 trees at our new land and released 16 rescued ducks. It was the perfect way for Lek to celebrate her special day by giving back. Happy birthday Lek! The world became a better place the day you were born.

Sat 07 Oct 23

Happy Birthday to our founder Saengduean Lek Chailert!

Thank you for dedicating your life to helping all the lives in need and educating people to help make this world a better place. From all of your team and supporters we wish you a very Happy Birthday!

Fri 06 Oct 23

Elephant Nature Park and long time Animal Rights Advocate and Conservationist Lek Chailert has been honored by becoming an Assistant to the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation for the year 2023 by Mr. Noppadon Pholsena, the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.

Saengduean Lek Chailert becomes Assistant to the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation

Elephant Nature Park founder and long time Animal Rights Advocate and Conservationist Lek Chailert has been honored by becoming an Assistant to the Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation for the year 2023 by Mr. Noppadon Pholsena, the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.

Thu 05 Oct 23

Lek Chailert shares a very special bond with Elephants

The bond she shares with these magnificent creatures is truly something special. The mutual love and trust that emanates from their interactions is a testament to their incredible connection. It's a privilege to witness such a beautiful relationship everyday here at Elephant Nature Park.

Mon 02 Oct 23

Elephant of the week 24 September 2023: Super Nanny Srinuan

When she arrived at the park, she embraced her new family immediately. Not only is she the adoptive mother of DokNgern, she is also the aunty of Chang Yim, FaaMai, DokMai, and DokRak. And when Bunma and her baby Chaba first arrived she quickly moved to assist caring for Chaba.

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