Article by Alice Lang
Peach trees are divinely draped in pink blossoms, dogwoods look like ladies dressed in wedding gowns, and another tradition of Spring has sprung: Hollywild Animal Park is open for business!
Animals that have been resting over the winter have awoken and are ready to greet visitors new and old. If you have never visited this unique animal park, now is a good time to come and experience the joy of seeing wild animals in a nature-filled environment.
Babies that were raised together in the nursery are making their debut. These include Wednesday the camel, named by Hollywild’s Facebook friends, Elena the eland, one of the largest species of antelope in the world, Ali the addax, a smaller breed of antelope, and Milky Way and Rose, two Painted Desert sheep.
After walking around the park, go to the amphitheater and watch a Creature Feature show which may include animals as diverse as a baby goat, cockatoo, tarantula and boa constrictor snake. Learn about their interesting features and habits and take the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of these amazing animals.
Bring a picnic lunch or pick up food at the concession stand and enjoy eating “al fresco.”
Top off your visit with a guided Safari Bus Tour and feed musk oxen, emu, zebras and other wild animals in a natural habitat setting.
Hollywild offers many familiar delights as well as new animals being cared for by the recently hired Animal Curator, Nigel Platt.
“We have heard resoundingly that the community wants us here and we are continuing to offer them an amazing resource,” said Executive Director Kim Atchley.
Come out and enjoy a magical day with family and friends!
Hollywild is open in April and May on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and on weekends from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Extended summer hours begin in June. For questions about single or group rates, call (864) 472-2038 or visit the website at www.hollywild.org