How Visiting an Animal Sanctuary in San Diego Can Make You Happier If you're wondering what to do over the weekend, why not try something different and visit an animal sanctuary in San Diego? It's the perfect thing to do with friends and family; the best part is it will make you feel good and [...]
Things to Do at the Children’s Nature Retreat this Holiday Season The autumn season is one of the nicest seasons of the year. The chilly winds are making us wear cozy clothing, and the smell of pumpkin spices lingers in every corner. While we’d all love to cuddle up in our pajamas at home, there [...]
Are you planning a fun family outing to an animal sanctuary? If so, you may be wondering what to bring with you to ensure a fun time. In our latest blog, we go over things to pack for a trip to the animal sanctuary. Read along to find out! Water Staying hydrated adequately is the [...]
Going to an animal park is an excellent way to spend the day with the family as there are so many exciting things to see and talk about. However, like all family outings, there’s always the potential for the trip not to turn out the way you imagined. That’s why it’s best to be prepared [...]
Are you taking your kids to a petting zoo? The next time you encounter small goats, piggies, or alpacas, wouldn’t you like to know how to cheer up these animals—or at least know how to not scare them away? Many kids (and adults) don’t quite understand animal behavior enough to guarantee a playful interaction, so [...]
Our human society has been governed by the need to create progress usefully. This idea of only being useful in creating productivity has made us ignore our most important purposes, one being the need to protect our planet and life. There is no better purpose than to support protecting life, especially the lives of those [...]
Do you have a child that is terrified of animals? Maybe they can't walk down the block because a cat is staring out the neighbor's window, or they're so scared of dogs that they run out of the room when any dog comes on the television. Kids of all ages can be afraid of animals, [...]
The summer months are upon us, and school is wrapping up for the summer. What do you have planned to keep your child or children occupied throughout the next few months? How about an animal summer camp? Read our latest blog to see why you should send your kids to an animal summer camp this [...]
Do you ever stop and wonder what makes zoos and a wildlife sanctuary different? In this blog, we want to share our top 3 reasons why you should visit a wildlife sanctuary instead of a zoo. 1. Animal Sanctuaries Acquire Their Animals Out of Necessity At Children's Nature Retreat, we have over 200 domesticated [...]
When was the last time you visited the animal sanctuary? For many, their last visit was when they were kids. And what a magical time it was, from seeing all the amazing animals to learning more about them and interacting with them. What is it about reaching adulthood that keeps so many away throughout the [...]
