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NORTH STATE PARENT FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE FALL/WINTER 2020/2021 ANIMALS
CARET-SQUARE-RIGHT Domestic,Exotic&FarmAnimals: Shelters, Rescues, Sanctuaries & Farms
CARET-SQUARE-RIGHT Equine:AssistedLearning& Psychotherapy
CARET-SQUARE-RIGHT Equine: Clubs, Lessons & Camps for Youth
CARET-SQUARE-RIGHT Equine:Rescues&Sanctuaries
CARET-SQUARE-RIGHT Pets
DOMESTIC, EXOTIC, EQUINE & FARM ANIMALS: SHELTERS, RESCUES, SANCTUARIES & FARMS
BUTTE COUNTY
Barry Kirshner Wildlife Sanctuary & Ed- ucational Center; Oroville. This education & preservation center is home to a wide variety of non-releasable endangered and exotic live animals. See tigers, mountain lions, bobcats, coyotes, leopards, birds, African lions, servals, ligers, a wallaby, reptiles and much more. kirshner.org. 4995 Durham-Pentz Rd. (530) 533-1000.
Chico Animal Shelter Relief. Houses some of the stray animals found during the Camp Fire. Find pets that have been found on their website. Call for current hours. chicoani- malshelter.org 2579 Fair St. (530) 894-5630. Nor Cal Reptiles Adventures; Chico. All ages can check out reptiles galore. Rodent feeders, mice/rats, and insects for sale. (530) 893-2095. 5050 Cohasset rd #50.
Two By Two Ranch & Petting Zoo; Chico. Meet friendly sheep, chickens, turkeys, emu, chicks and Nubian or pygmy goats. Petting zoo and pony rides. Great for birthday par- ties and events. Also offers educational farm tours by appt. twobytworanch.com. 13080 Hosler Ave. (530) 893-1088.
Wild Things; Weimar. Let Wild Things share a fun-filled and energetic experience with your school, library, or private event. Wild Things brings rescued exotic and native wildlife to you, and utilizes the animals’ personal stories to teach natural history, unique adaptations and a conservation message. Wild Things
has something for everyone with topics such as: the Amazing Amazon, North American Wildlife, Beasts of the Backyard, Animals of the World, and Scaly Wonders, among others. Children and adults alike enjoy meeting
and making connections with the animals! We also offer live or recorded virtual pro- grams! wildthingsinc.org wti@wildthingsinc.org. (530) 878-2618.
SHASTA COUNTY
Redding Reptiles; Redding. All ages can check out over 50 reptiles from around the world on display in our new, larger exhibit room. (Feeding & petting on hold due
to COVID) Volunteers on hand to provide information about the animals. Pets Pets, supplies and feed available. Store: Tues-Sat 11-6. Exhibit Room: Weds-Sat 12-6. Reddin- gReptiles.com. 74 Lake Blvd. (530) 338-2445.
Wild Horse Sanctuary; Shingletown. 5,000-acre preserve dedicated to protect- ing and preserving America’s wild horses as a living national treasure. Provides sanctuary in an ecologically balanced environment. Visitors welcome Wed & Sat, 10am-4pm for wild horse viewing, free of charge, no appt. needed. Trail rides, horse adoptions & sponsorships. wildhorsesanctuary.org. 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. (530) 474-5770.
SISKIYOU COUNTY
Humanity For Horses; Mt. Shasta. Private sanctuary operating as a nonprofit, devot- ed to rescuing horses and animals from slaughter, abuse, neglect and abandon- ment, providing them sanctuary for the rest of their lives. Large specialized Thorough- bred program. humanityforhorses.org. (530) 926-9990.
TEHAMA COUNTY
Chia Seeds for Horses; Have you HERD about the benefits of feeding Chia seeds to your horse? Chia seeds may provide relief in the following areas: digestion, allergies, calming, hydration, inflammation, arthritis, skin, coat, hoof, weight management Vis-
it AllforaRanch.com or call (530) 200-0146 for details and to order.
OTHER AREAS
Best Friends Animal Sanctuary; Kanab,
UT. A lifesaving haven for hundreds of adoptable animals, nestled in between the sprawling red rocks of Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks. Free volun- teer opportunities and daily tours. Limited on-site lodging available. Reservations highly recommended. Open daily, 8am-5pm (except Christmas). Enjoy welcome center
& gift shop. bestfriends.org. 5001 Angel Canyon Rd. (435) 644-2001 ext. 4537.
Great Cats World Park; Cave Junction, Oregon. Exciting, interactive & educational
Let Wild Things share a fun-filled and energetic experience with your school, library, or private event. Wild Things brings rescued exotic and native wildlife to you, and utilizes the animals’ personal stories to teach natural history, unique adaptations and a conservation message.
10-acre park that’s home to lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, ocelots, lynx, a fishing cat and more. The fully guided tours both educate and entertain. Guided school and private group tours, as well as birthday parties and private events available. greatcatsworldpark.com. 27919 Redwood Hwy. (541) 592-2957.
Sanctuary One; Jacksonville, OR. A nonprofit care farm where people, animals and the earth work together for mutual healing. Farm tours and field trips available
with online booking; volunteer oppor- tunities and animal adoptions available. sanctuaryone.org. 13195 Upper Applegate Rd. (541) 899-8627.
Sequoia Park Zoo; Eureka. Families can explore the natural world and cultivate
a passion for wildlife at the Sequoia Park Zoo. Visit with rare and endangered red pandas, interact with sheep and goats
in the Contact Corral or take a walk in the “free-flight zone.” Call for current hours. Cafe & gift shop onsite. sequoiaparkzoo.net. 3414 W St. (707) 441-4263.
EQUINE ASSISTED LEARNING & PSYCHOTHERAPY
BUTTE COUNTY
Handi-Riders; Oroville. Serving Butte, Glenn & Tehama Counties for 30+ years. Handi-Riders is a center for equine assisted activities & learning (EAAL). Horses are catalysts, facilitators, mirrors and listeners, as well as physical stimulators. By partner- ing with their horses, riders enjoy com- plete, experiential learning. Call for current hours. (530) 315-0654.
SISKIYOU COUNTY
Ananda Ranch; Grenada. Dr. Tricia Weldon
is a health psychologist specializing in equine assisted trauma intervention. The Ananda Ranch program is open to everyone regardless
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