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NORTH STATE PARENT FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE FALL/WINTER 2023 ANIMALS
CARET-SQUARE-RIGHT Domestic, Exotic & Farm Animals: Shelters, Rescues, Sanctuaries & Farms
CARET-SQUARE-RIGHT Equine Assisted Learning & Psychotherapy
CARET-SQUARE-RIGHT Equine: Clubs, Lessons & Camps For Youth
CARET-SQUARE-RIGHT Equine: Rescues & Sanctuaries
CARET-SQUARE-RIGHT Pets
DOMESTIC, EXOTIC
& FARM ANIMALS: SHELTERS, RESCUES, SANCTUARIES & FARMS
BUTTE COUNTY
Barry R. Kirshner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center; Oroville. This edu- cation & preservation center is home to a wide variety of non-releasable endangered and exotic live animals. See tigers, moun- tain 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. By appt only; phone noon-6pm. chicoanimalshelter.org. 2579 Fair St. (530)894-5630.
Nor Cal Reptiles Adventures; Chico. All ages can check out reptiles galore. Turtles/ tortoises, snakes/lizards, feeder rodents, insects and pet accessories for sale. Programs for birthday parties and school events held onsite where kids and adults can have a personal encounter with a vari- ety of reptiles. facebook.com/norcalreptil- eadventures. 43 Dacy Ave. (530)228-5011. The Great Catsby; Chico. Come hang out in a comfortable setting and meet your new best friend! Save a rescue cat from the uncertainties of a life in a shelter or just come and visit them and see how won- derful these cats can be when taken out
of cages where their personalities shine! thegreatcatsby.com. 1725 Esplanade. (530) 855-0542.
Wild Things. Let this nature program share a fun-filled and energetic experi- ence 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. Interesting topics such as: the Amazing Amazon, Beasts of the Backyard and Scaly Wonders, among others. Children and adults alike enjoy meeting and making connections with
the animals! In-person or live or recorded virtual programs. wildthingsoutreach.
org. programs@wildthingsoutreach.org. (530)878-2618.
SHASTA COUNTY
Redding Reptiles; Redding. All ages can check out reptiles from around the world on display in the Reptile Exhibit Room,
a sanctuary/home to 50+ reptiles that
have been surrendered. Pets, supplies and feeders available. Store: Tu-Sat 11am-6pm. Exhibit Room: Wed-Sat 12-5:30pm. Red- dingReptiles.com. 74 Lake Blvd. (530)338- 2446.
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. Wild Horse Walks/tours by appointment only. wildhorsesanctuary.org. 5796 Wilson Hill Rd. info@wildhorsesanctu- ary.org. (530)474-5770.
SISKIYOU COUNTY
Humanity For Horses; Mt. Shasta. Private sanctuary operating as a nonprofit, devoted to rescuing horses and animals from slaughter, abuse, neglect and aban- donment, providing them sanctuary for the rest of their lives. Large specialized Thoroughbred program. humanityforhors- es.org. (530)435-0151.
Maagic Mountain Farm; Mt. Shasta. Come experience how some grandparents lived on a working homestead with milk goats, ducks, chickens, honey bees, a garden & more. Year-round, hands-on, interactive animal field trips, homestead classes, group or individual tours & guest farm stays, and birthday parties. In connec-
tion with the land, all the creatures work together to provide for everyone’s needs through sustainable interdependent living. maagicmtnfarm.com. maagicmtnherd@ gmail.com. (530)925-6752.
OTHER AREAS
Great Cats World Park; Cave Junction, OR. Exciting, interactive & educational 10- acre park home to lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, ocelots, lynx, a fishing cat and more. Fully guided tours both educate and entertain. Guided school and private group tours, 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.” 7 days a week from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM with last entry at 5:30 PM. Cafe & gift shop onsite. sequoiaparkzoo. net. 3414 W St. (707)441-4263.
EQUINE ASSISTED LEARNING & PSYCHOTHERAPY
BUTTE COUNTY
Serene Ranch; Anderson. Certified in Equine Assisted Learning and Therapy. Offers learning lessons and fun with the horses. Trail rides and birthday parties. Horses are emotionally in tune to our needs and offer great healing and learning opportunities. Specializes in at risk youth and special needs. Find them on Face- book@sereneranch. 5006 Poplar Ave. (530) 440-1808
SISKIYOU COUNTY
HealTherapy, Inc.; Yreka. Provides com- prehensive behavioral health services
to the rural communities and associated agencies of Siskiyou County. Provides services to MediCal eligible Youth and Adults, and associated agencies, including Hornbrook and Montague Elementary School Districts, and the Karuk Tribe of Northern California. Specializes in eques- trian facilitated psychotherapy & equine
assisted experiential learning. Programs include certified equestrian therapeutic instructors. Empowers clients to navigate life challenges and regain natural balance in a supportive, caring and compassionate environment. Summer Horse Program for youth. www.heal-therapy.com. 1833 S. Oregon St. (530)842-3455.
Stable Hands; Yreka. Services for ages 4 & up. Stable Hands’ mission is to improve the physical, mental and social health of people living with disabilities through therapeutic horsemanship. Therapeutic horsemanship program & Horses Helping Heroes programs consist of two 8-week sessions in the spring and fall and one 6-week session in the summer. Stable- hands.org. 1011 4th St., Ste. 3. (530) 598- 5435.
EQUINE: CLUBS, LESSONS & CAMPS FOR YOUTH
MULTIPLE COUNTIES
4H Equine Education. Youth program that offers a wide variety of equine projects including horsemanship, breeding, draft, drill, driving, English & Western, gymkhana, judging, miniature, trail riding and ponies. ucanr.edu/sites/4H_Equine/.
Butte County. (530)532-5812 Glenn County. (530)865-1100. Shasta County. (530)224-4900. Siskiyou County. (530)842-2711. Tehama County. (530)527-3101.
United States Pony Clubs, Inc. An ed- ucational organization which builds the foundations of teamwork and sportsman- ship through riding, mounted sports, care of horses and ponies, while developing and enhancing leadership, confidence, responsibility, and a sense of community in our youth and adult members. Call for info on starting a Pony Club or joining
an existing club or center. ponyclub.org. (859)254-7669.
The Barry Kirshner Wildlife Sanctuary & Educational Center was founded in 1994 to educate the public about the care and preservation of all wildlife and their habitats, both locally and globally.
Equal parts wildlife sanctuary, educational center, the sanctuary is home to a remarkable assortment of non-releasable wild and exotic animals, many of them endangered species. Our animals have the potential to inspire minds and to change lives!
There are many ways families can help. Please come visit, one hundred percent of monetary contributions go to the care and nurturing of our resident animals. Animal sponsorship opportunities are also available. Every gift we receive is a blessing that allows us to continue our work.
4995 Durham-Pentz Rd., Oroville • 530.533.1000 • www.kirshner.org
Open Tue-Sun, 9am-5pm. Closed Mon. $10 adults, $6 per child age 3-16 (2 & under free)
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