Open 361 Days a Year: Admissions 10:00am – 3:30pm; park closes at 4:30pm

Due to significant flooding and impassable roads in our region from Tropical Storm Helene, the WNC Nature Center is temporarily CLOSED. It will take time to reopen. We will need your support as we recover and rebuild. www.wildwnc.org/donate.

Despite being closed, you can still book Custom Experiences, including private, guided tours and other small events! www.wildwnc.org/events.
Our Outreach Education team is still providing affordable, offsite programs with ambassador animals! 
www.wildwnc.org/outreach-education

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Junior Wild Walk: A Junior Zookeeper Experience-SOLD OUT

August 18, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Olive the River Otter

Embark on a wild adventure! Kids will meet an animal ambassador, take a peek behind-the-scenes, and step into the shoes of our animal keepers by helping to prepare and deliver enrichment for our animals during this immersive experience.

This program is for children ages 5-12. An adult is required to attend with the children in a group.  Tickets include admission for the day and a 10% discount coupon for the Gift Shop valid only for the day of the event. 

Register here, starting July 1st: August 18 Junior Wild Walk Tickets

Due to the narrow locations of some behind-the-scenes areas, strollers are not permitted in these areas.

*Cancellation policy: Cancellations must be made 1 week prior to the event for a refund.  If the event is cancelled due to weather concerns, full refunds will be issued to all participants.

Details

Date:
August 18, 2024
Time:
9:30 am - 11:00 am
Event Categories:
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Organizer

Friends of the WNC Nature Center
Phone
828-259-8092
Email
outreach@wildwnc.org

Venue

WNC Nature Center
75 Gashes Creek Road
Asheville, 28805 United States
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Phone
828-259-8080