The Wildlife Center is open year-round for group tours & is always closed on Mondays.

Scheduling

  • All group tours MUST be scheduled in advance.
  • We cannot schedule tours by email. Please call the office (509) 238-4126 to insure space and time for your tour.
  • ​We can accommodate groups of up to ~100, but scheduling is critical.
  • ​During the warm weather months, space fills up early.
  • ​If your group is running late or need to cancel PLEASE call us and let us know.​

Group Tour Admission for 2024-2025

  • Admission for public group tours (ages 5+) is $10.00 per person for groups of 20 or more.
  • To help us provide a seamless experience and timely start for your group, we ask that payments be collected in advance from all attendees and made in a single transaction upon arrival.
  • If a Purchase Order or other payment arrangement is required, please let us know at the time of booking to ensure a smooth check-in process.

Paperwork & Resources

  • All Wildlife Center guests age 18 and older, must sign a Release of Liability prior to entering.
  • To save time and for us to be able to start your tour promptly, we recommend downloading the Release of Liability.
  • Have your Adults sign this the morning (day) of your group tour and turn it in at the Ticket Booth when you arrive. It must be signed individually and in ink.

Arrival & During Your Visit

The average tour takes between 45 minutes & an hour depending on weather conditions, number of guests, and age group/attention span.

  • ​The Wildlife Center is outdoors and not sheltered. Be sure to dress for the weather.
  • Our parking lot does have room for a bus to turn around.
  • ​We do have a picnic area and you can bring a lunch. Let us know if you want to use the picnic area to ensure it is available.
  • We have 2 single generic bathrooms (1 is handicap accessible)
  • Allow extra time for a visit to the Gift Shop and Animal Adventures
  • The main gates open to the Parking Lot at ~9:45 am. Entrance Booth opens at 10:00, please be patient.