Where to Learn in the Northwest by Lori Pritchard Gift Services/ Reservations
There are plenty of options for visiting and viewing wild animals in the Northwest. Almost every city has some sort of zoo or sanctuary available. In fact, if you Google “places to visit wildlife in the NW,” you will get hundreds of results. So, where are the best places? Our picks are few because we at WERC are picky when it comes to our animals. The following places share our belief in providing quality care in a natural environment and they pride themselves on educating the public.
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Top: One of the many majestic wolves that are cared for at Wolf Haven International.
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Wolf Haven International, Tenino Located in South Puget Sound between Portland and Seattle, Wolf Haven is a nationally recognized wolf sanctuary that has rescued and provided a lifetime home for over 180 displaced, captive-born animals since 1982. The Wolves & Wine annual fall fundraiser is a fun evening that offers both silent and live auctions, beer and wine tastings and plenty of hors d’ oeuvres. Wolf Photography Visits are held during the colder months of fall, when the wolves are wearing their winter coats and are more active. Check out the Wolf Haven website for more upcoming events and educational tours. wolfhaven.org