Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary

Description RWS rescues, rehabilitates, and releases orphaned and injured wildlife that are native to Virginia. Their 19-acre facility is staffed by federally- and state-licensed wildlife rehabilitators and trained volunteers. They provide care to more than 800 birds, mammals, and reptiles each year.
Address
Website Rockfish Wildlife Sanctuary
Contact Sarah Cooperman (434) 263-4954 sarah@rockfishwildlifesanctuary.org
Notes
To Bring
Date(s) Thursday, Feb 15, 2024
Name Time Ages Cost Enrolled
Wildlife Sanctuary Facility Tour and Q&A (1pm)
(Both tours will cover the same content - select the time that is best for your schedule). Learn about wildlife rehabilitation and the species we advocate for, as well as the wonderful world of working with wildlife. When you arrive at the sanctuary in beautiful Nelson County, we will spend some time walking through our main facility building and will explore the outdoor enclosures for our education animals, offering an opportunity to see all of our education ambassador team up close while answering any questions.
Notes: Tours typically range from 45 minutes to 90 minutes. Please note parking is somewhat limited, so the more who carpool, the better! The venue is on a gravel road about 10 minutes back.

01:00PM - 02:30PM Ages: 8+ Participant ages 8-18 $10.00
Chaperone ages 18+ $10.00
22/25
Wildlife Sanctuary Facility Tour and Q&A (10:30am)
(Both tours will cover the same content - select the time that is best for your schedule). Learn about wildlife rehabilitation and the species we advocate for, as well as the wonderful world of working with wildlife. When you arrive at the sanctuary in beautiful Nelson County, we will spend some time walking through our main facility building and will explore the outdoor enclosures for our education animals, offering an opportunity to see all of our education ambassador team up close while answering any questions.
Notes: Tours typically range from 45 minutes to 90 minutes. Please note parking is somewhat limited, so the more who carpool, the better! The venue is on a gravel road about 10 minutes back.

10:30AM - 12:00PM Ages: 8+ Participant ages 8-18 $10.00
Chaperone ages 18+ $10.00
23/25
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