Our recent "Save the Animatronic Hippos" campaign has garnered some celebrity interest. I don't think there is anyone out there who hasn't heard of famed humanitarian/singer/songwriter Johnny V. He has taken it upon himself to write a song for animatronic hippo awareness. We hope that it tugs on your heartstrings as much as it did ours. Enjoy.
Thank you for your continued support!
Caitlin Wahlstrom
Co-Founder
Jeremy Kohrs
Co-Founder
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
A "Thank You" to our Supporters
We here at the AAHCS are deeply touched by the amazing response all have shown towards our cause. We would like to show our appreciation by featuring some of the most touching words from our supporters on our website.
One of our most loyal followers, Shelby of MYWTM has written a heartfelt post showing her support for animatronic hippo conservation. She has shown an ongoing interest in our organization and has gone great lengths to do her part in saving our animatronic hippo friends. Thank you, Shelby!
Some of our YouTube commenters have had these amazing things to say:
swstryker says: "This is the best PSA I have ever seen! I was overwhelmed with emotion at the thought of how these poor hippos have been treated all these years. Like most victims, they must live in silence, not daring to speak up for fear of painful reprisal. Something must be done now! I am so glad you and your courageous organization has finally given these poor creatures a voice. The bloodshed must end in our lifetime, otherwise what will be left for future generations? Fight on AAHCS! Fight on!"
lundopictures says: "It's really a crime and a tragedy the way these hippos are treated. Those skippers should be thrown over Schweitzer Falls and held under the backside of water." (NOTE: AAHCS does NOT condone violence towards Jungle Cruise skippers. However, we do tolerate joking about it.)
On MiceChat our supporters had this to say:
Nancy Carey says: "Thank you for bringing to light a situation we all too often take for granted. Save the hippos."
Director_Guy says: "Great video. Y'know, I don't think a lot of people know this kind of thing is happening. Let's hope this helps to spread the word. Save the hippos!"
Dustysage says: "This is a very important topic. Thank you for your hard work in helping to save the hippos. I'm most worried about the ones in the trees they keep shooting at. So far to fall, so far to fall. . ."
Theme Park Review users also showed their support with these words:
XII says: "This PSA really moved me. I have $50 ready to donate to help save these animatronic hippos."
DerekRx says: "I can't believe how cruel people can be. Your efforts are amazing, simply amazing. I wish there was more I could do for these poor hippos, they're just gentle giants. Curse you, Disney!"
donkeyman18 says: "I cant believe such cruel people would use this as entertainment our hippos here at magic kingdom are being taken out one by one i was proud to donate to this cause we shall save the hippos!"
ANJLOVER14 says: "That really changed me. The hippos are taken out each day, and guests ride through without a clue of the murder and sinning they are witnessing!! $50 on its way!!"
Again, AAHCS thanks you all from the bottom of our hippo-loving hearts. All we ask is that you continue spreading the word and get this extremely important message to everyone you know. As Director_Guy says on Theme Park Review, we need to give "a voice to the voiceless."
Thank you for your continued support!
Caitlin Wahlstrom
Co-Founder
Jeremy Kohrs
Co-Founder
(Thanks to XII of TPR for his hippo picture.)
Monday, September 12, 2011
Our "Save The Hippos" PSA
Today we unveil our new TV commercial.
Our hope is that through the power of social networking, and your help, this PSA will get the word of our cause out in the world.
Thank you for your support!
Caitlin Wahlstrom
Co-Founder
Jeremy Kohrs
Co-Founder
Our hope is that through the power of social networking, and your help, this PSA will get the word of our cause out in the world.
Thank you for your support!
Caitlin Wahlstrom
Co-Founder
Jeremy Kohrs
Co-Founder
Saturday, September 10, 2011
A Brief History
Welcome to the official website of the Anaheim Animatronic Hippo Conservation Society (AAHCS). We are a non-profit organization dedicated to the safety and protection of endangered animatronic hippos. Our main focus is the hippo population in Anaheim, CA, the city with the highest reports of hippo abuse west of the Mississippi.
On July 17th, 1955, a popular attraction called the Jungle Cruise opened to great acclaim. People flocked from all over the world to see wild animals in a jungle safari-like experience. This ride took passengers through the habitats of wild lions, native jungle-dwelling tribes, rhinoceroses, tigers, cobras, and of course, hippopotamuses.
In the 50+ years the attraction has been in operation the public has been witness to a seemingly "humorous" element within the ride. Upon entering the hippo pool the Jungle Cruise Skipper manipulates his passengers into a state of fear to justify shooting the innocent hippos with their Smith and Wesson .38 specials.
Disney's corporate spokesman has repeatedly "claimed" that the guns are only used to "scare away" the hippos and are only loaded with blanks (try telling that to the mountains of dead animatronic hippos).
After decades of violence we decided it was time to take action. In the year 2000 the AAHCS was founded by Caitlin Wahlstrom and Jeremy Kohrs. Our goal at the very beginning was to have the guns removed from the ride permanently. We were successful in our mission in 2002 when Disney removed the guns from the Jungle Cruise attractions in all their parks. However, the success of our campaign was short lived when in the Fall of 2004, the guns were incorporated back into the ride.
In the past seven years our attempts at freeing these beautiful robots have been persistent yet unfortunately unsuccessful. Our attempts to raise awareness have been met with ridicule and disregarded as a prank. Despite these setbacks, our fervor has not wavered. However, we ask now, after seven years of working alone, for you to join us once more in our endeavor.
Failure is not an option. Disney NEEDS to be stopped and these hippos NEED to be saved. With your help, our organization will work diligently to save these majestic robotic creatures.
Thank you for your support!
Caitlin Wahlstrom
Co-Founder
Jeremy Kohrs
Co-Founder
On July 17th, 1955, a popular attraction called the Jungle Cruise opened to great acclaim. People flocked from all over the world to see wild animals in a jungle safari-like experience. This ride took passengers through the habitats of wild lions, native jungle-dwelling tribes, rhinoceroses, tigers, cobras, and of course, hippopotamuses.
In the 50+ years the attraction has been in operation the public has been witness to a seemingly "humorous" element within the ride. Upon entering the hippo pool the Jungle Cruise Skipper manipulates his passengers into a state of fear to justify shooting the innocent hippos with their Smith and Wesson .38 specials.
Disney's corporate spokesman has repeatedly "claimed" that the guns are only used to "scare away" the hippos and are only loaded with blanks (try telling that to the mountains of dead animatronic hippos).
After decades of violence we decided it was time to take action. In the year 2000 the AAHCS was founded by Caitlin Wahlstrom and Jeremy Kohrs. Our goal at the very beginning was to have the guns removed from the ride permanently. We were successful in our mission in 2002 when Disney removed the guns from the Jungle Cruise attractions in all their parks. However, the success of our campaign was short lived when in the Fall of 2004, the guns were incorporated back into the ride.
In the past seven years our attempts at freeing these beautiful robots have been persistent yet unfortunately unsuccessful. Our attempts to raise awareness have been met with ridicule and disregarded as a prank. Despite these setbacks, our fervor has not wavered. However, we ask now, after seven years of working alone, for you to join us once more in our endeavor.
Failure is not an option. Disney NEEDS to be stopped and these hippos NEED to be saved. With your help, our organization will work diligently to save these majestic robotic creatures.
Thank you for your support!
Caitlin Wahlstrom
Co-Founder
Jeremy Kohrs
Co-Founder
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