Mission Statement:
Learning Gone Wild's mission is to educate the public about exotic animals & the challenges they face in both the wild and in captivity. We seek to foster understanding and respect for these creatures through safe, informative encounters with live animals. It is our firm belief that animal ambassadors can inspire those who meet them to become advocates for wildlife conservation. Thus, our programs cater to young people in particular as the future of these species - both in the wild and in captivity - rests in their hands.

What We Do:
Learning Gone Wild provides educational demonstrations with live animals through a variety of programs catered to our clients' individual needs. We can service groups both large and small including, but not limited to: class rooms, camps, home schools, 4-H, scouts, nursing homes, and more. Learning Gone Wild is also available to table community events such as fairs, open houses, festivals, and fund raisers. We even offer our services to private events, such as children's birthday parties. To learn more about specific programs offered, click here.
The demonstrators for our programs are experienced and reliable with personal and professional backgrounds in many aspects of animal husbandry and conservation. They are committed to providing a fun and informative educational experience. You can learn more about them here.
Learning Gone Wild is USDA licensed & fully insured.

Animal Encounters:
Our programs focus on education through direct encounters with a wide variety of fascinating species. Our ambassador animals include numerous reptiles, amphibians, birds, mammals and invertebrates from around the world. Housed in spacious, enriched environments when not interacting with the public, our animals are are handled daily to help promote their calm, friendly dispositions. For photos and information about our animals, click here.

Prices and Offers:
Groups of 1-10 $150
Groups of 11-20 $200
Groups of 21-30 $250
Groups of 31+ Ask about pricing
Due to the special care required to transport our mammals and birds there is an extra $10 charge to have them come to your event.
A typical show lasts about an hour, but we'll stay until all questions are answered to the best of our ability. To reserve a date, a nonrefundable $75 deposit is required. We do, however, have discount offers listed below.

1. Name This Animal: Take a look at this animal. If you can tell us what it is we will take $10 off your next show! Remember to be specific! Don’t just say fish or bird! Tell us the species! Limit one guess per event. Cannot be combined with other offers.



2. Refer a friend: Tell your friends about us! If any of them book a show we will give you $10 off your next show for EACH new booking that mentions your name. $30 maximum. Cannot be combined with other offers.

3. Wildlife Conservation Work: Occasionally we will give discounted shows for groups that organize and document a wildlife conservation event, such as cleaning a pond, building and hanging bird houses, having a fundraiser for a conservation organization or any other event you can think of. Send us the information and pictures get $50 off a show! Cannot be combined with other offers.

Interested?
Do you want Learning Gone Wild at your school, gathering, or event? We are located in New York’s Dutchess County and also service the surrounding counties of Putnam, Ulster and Orange. Please use our contact form to streamline the booking process - we look forward to hearing from you!