The team

Our rehabilitators

SERC is run by wildlife rehabilitators permitted by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, working out of our homes across Hampton Roads with help from a crew of volunteers and transport drivers.

Linda Nichols, founder of SERC
Chief Shell Officer

Linda Nichols

Founder · Licensed wildlife rehabilitator

Norfolk, VA

Regan Knutson, SERC wildlife rehabilitator, in front of the turtle tanks
Hurt Turt Wizard

Regan Knutson

Licensed wildlife rehabilitator

Virginia Beach, VA

Want to join them? Most of our rehabilitators started as volunteers. See how to help or ask us about getting permitted.