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Encounters & Exhibits

Please note that encounter availability can change frequently. Be sure to give us a call to check current availability before booking your experience.

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General Admission

$10.00...per person

Ages 2 and under are FREE.

See more than 70 different species of animals from around the world. General Admission allows guests to enter the park as well as entering our goat, sheep and our rabbit enclosures. 

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Feed The Animals

Offer feed directly to the animals. This close contact allows for a deeper connection and understanding of the animals' behavior and needs, creating memorable moments for visitors of all ages.

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Feed Ticket Pricing

$2.00/01 cup

$10.00/06 cups

Feeding Options: parakeet, barnyard mix, camel and primate

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Barnyard

In our barnyard, guests can feed a variety of friendly animals, from goats and sheep to chickens and rabbits. Offering them food allows for an up-close interaction.

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Parakeet

Our walk-in aviary offers a colorful parakeet encounter, where guests can hand-feed these playful birds. Enjoy their gentle nature as they perch on your hand, creating a joyful, interactive experience.

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Camel

A camel encounter provides a peaceful experience, with their towering presence, gentle swaying gait, and curious, calm nature. 

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Primate

Guests can feed our primates via tube while observing their dexterous hands and social behavior. It's an engaging experience fostering a deeper connection with these fascinating animals.

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Large Bird Exhibit

Be transported into a world of vibrant colors, enchanting melodies, and the undeniable sense of wonder that only a collection of magnificent birds could evoke.

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Sloth Encounter

$50 per person (Minimum of 2 maximum of 5) Get up close and personal with one of nature's most laid-back creatures in our Sloth Encounter! Experience the gentle charm of these slow-moving mammals as you learn fascinating facts about their unique lifestyles, enjoy the chance to feed them, and snap a few photos to remember the moment. Perfect for all ages.

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Kangaroo Encounter

Meet the iconic Australian animals up close, learn about their unique behaviors, and even get a chance to feed them. This hands-on encounter offers a rare opportunity to connect with these amazing marsupials in a safe and fun environment. Perfect for animal lovers of all ages, it's a wild adventure you won't want to miss!

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Lemur Encounter

Step into the lively world of lemurs with our Lemur Encounter! Meet these playful primates up close as they leap and climb around you in their naturalistic habitat. You'll learn about their unique behaviors, fascinating social structures, and the important conservation efforts that help protect them. This interactive experience offers a chance to feed and observe these curious creatures, making it a perfect adventure for animal enthusiasts of all ages!

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Parakeet Encounter

The walk-in avairy allows guests to be among the birds. A $2.00 ticket allows you to enter with seed and the birds will fly down and land on you to eat from your hand. An awesome experience! General Admission is required.

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Reptile Encounter

$20 per person. Get up close, hold and pet some of our awesome reptiles! Hold a 8' Python! Available during operating hours. General admission is required during hours of operation. Encounters may also be scheduled during "off times" for the encounter alone.

Animal Etiquette

There will be a variety of animals roaming free in the zoo with you that you can touch & interact with! BUT keep in mind, all animals MAY BITE so we need to stay aware & be careful of our fingers & our children’s fingers. Parents, please supervise your children. No chasing or picking up any animal! Only a zoo crew member can hand an animal to you to be held.

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