Custom Scout Trip
Meet animals and earn community service!
What to Expect
Our Custom Girl Scout Trip is the perfect opportunity for all ages to learn about and interact with a variety of animals and build compassion through visiting different departments at the Center or fulfilling community service work. You can even purchase a custom Helen Woodward Animal Center patch to commemorate the visit! Each program is 90 minutes long and allows each troop to choose the activities and animals included in the tour for the ultimate customizable experience!
- A minimum of 5 children is required to make this booking, however you may bring less children on the day of the program. You will not be refunded the difference if less than 5 children attend.
Customize the visit the way you want it!
* Option A: 4 animal visits and 1 Center activity.
* Option B: 2 animal visits and 2 Center activities.
Includes
You animal choices are as follows:
* Turtle or Tortoise: Learn about the differences in their habitats.
* Snake: Learn about their unique adaptations and snake safety.
* Sheep or Goat: Learn about their peculiar digestive system and farm animal care.
* Bird (dove, parrot, or chicken): Learn about animal classifications and life cycles.
* Miniature Horse: Learn about the “jobs” they perform, both past and present.
* Madagascar Hissing Cockroach: Learn about misconceptions of these creepy crawlies.
* Lizard: Learn about their classification and interesting defense and protection methods.
* Rabbit or Guinea Pig: Learn about proper pet care and Pet Encounter Therapy.
* Dog: Learn about canine body language and the importance of safety. These dogs are already owned by someone and are part of our animal ambassador team. Their use is based on owner availability.
Activity types are as follows:
* Equine Hospital: Go behind the scenes and see the different areas of the hospital. Observe the steps a horse patient goes through during a surgery, and recovery. (Must be 7 years or older)
* Therapeutic Riding: Tour the barn, meet the program horses, and learn about the many benefits for disabled riders. (Must be 7 years or older)
* Community Involvement: Participate in a unique activity to help the animals at Helen Woodward Animal Center. Pick from one of the options below.
- Sheep feeding encounter: guests will hand feed our sheep Bermuda hay pellets, which not only provides the sheep with an exciting special treat, but also teaches the sheep to become more comfortable around new faces. Recommended for any group size.
- Small Mammal enrichment: create enrichment toys and food puzzles for our small mammals to enjoy! Recommended for groups of 4-10 people.
- Small mammal socialization: assist with the socialization of our small mammals by pairing groups of children up with a mammal and allowing the children to read to the animal. This helps our animals get accustomed to new sounds and smells! Recommended for groups of 4-10 people.
- Bird enrichment: create enrichment toys for our birds! Recommended for groups of 4-10 people.
- Write to Therapy Animals: Helen Woodward Animal Center’s Pet Encounter Therapy Program utilizes a team of volunteers and their amazing pets to bring unconditional love to those in need. In this activity, groups will write thank you notes to these special animals to show how much we appreciate them! Recommended for any group size.
Duration
1.5 hours
Address
6461 El APajo Rancho Santa Fe CA 92067
Pricing
| Adult | $5 |
| Child | $15.75 |
| HWAC Patch | $6 |
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 31 days before the start time.
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