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Description: Wild Wonders is a wild animal refuge with over 100 animal ambassadors. Their onsite tours and offsite outreach programs inspire people to care about wildlife education and conservation.

Identity

Website url: https://www.wildwonders.org
Location: 5712 Via Montellano, Bonsall, CA 92003
Phone: 760 630 9230
General email: wildwonders@att.net
Ownership: Incorporated 1991
Founder: Jackie Navarro

Core Services

On-site Tours and Animal Interactions – Private tours introducing animal ambassadors to guests; highlighting the important roles they play in their natural habitat; and emphasizing conservation efforts from our partners and other organizations.
Off-site Programs – Staff will bring 6 ambassadors and conduct an hour-long, interactive, education program. Programs are themed based on geography of various habitats.
On-site Hosting of Special Events – Facility is available for group gatherings such as weddings, team building, birthday parties, anniversary parties, fundraisers for conservation.

Representative Engagements

Over 800 education programs delivered annually in Southern California to schools, libraries, scout troops, and family events
“Meet and Greets” for fundraisers, conservation organizations.

Primary Markets

California

Industries Served

General animal-loving public; Schools, Libraries, Scouts, Parks & Recreation departments; Museums, hotels, and other organizations offering conservation programs.

Key People

Founder and owner: Jackie Navarro

Credentials And Proof

Experience: Graduated from Cal Poly with Zoology Degree in 1989; Worked for various accredited Zoos until founding Wild Wonders in 1991. All keepers have degrees in biology, zoology, or conservation related fields.
Results: Grew Wild Wonders from 3 animals in 1991 into a 100+ animal facility situated on 10 acres.
Accreditation: Wild Wonders is accredited by the Zoological Association of America.
Industry Involvement: Institutional Member, American Association of Zookeepers; Member, Advisory Board for Cheetah Outreach Trust, USA

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