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California Wolf Center’s School Groups & Wolf Conservation Tour in Julian - San Diego

California Wolf Center’s School Groups & Wolf Conservation Tour in Julian

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1–2 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels, including children and seniors

Overview

Discover the critically endangered wolves at the California Wolf Center in Julian. This guided tour combines close encounters and conservation lessons, making it a meaningful and memorable outdoor experience for all ages.

Julian, California

School Groups - Wolf Conservation Tour

Ages 5+ • 1 Hour 20 Minutes • Up to 30 people

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About This Adventure

Embark on a captivating guided tour of our conservation facility, where you'll witness critically endangered wolves up close and learn about their conservation. Perfect for school groups, this unique experience combines education with adventure, making it a memorable outing for all ages. Reserve your spot today and support vital conservation efforts!

Due to unsafe weather conditions, some tours may be canceled. If booking a week or more in advance, please continue to check the forecast as harsh weather may alter the accessibility of our facility.

Book a guided tour of our conservation facility to see our resident wolves and learn about wolf conservation in a unique experience!

Duration

1 hour 20 Minutes

About

School education tours are intended for school-age children who are completing a piece of biology-focused curriculum. The information given is intended to supplement the curriculum that students are studying in the classroom, or complete a requirement for a scouting group badge. If you are interested in bringing children under school-age, we recommend our public tours.

We host private educational tours and this availability is first come, first serve. Please note that your tour time slot is not officially booked until you have provided payment. We require a $100 deposit to secure the time slot, and we will ask for your final count of guests attending and for the remainder of the payment one week before your tour. We can accommodate up to 30 guests, including chaperones. Once the deposit is paid, the Education and Marketing Coordinator will contact the school's point of contact one week before the tour in order to obtain a final guest count as well as the remaining payment.

Support wolf conservation efforts with an unforgettable experience where you'll have the opportunity to see critically endangered wild wolves and learn all about them from an expert at our Conservation Facility on KQ Ranch Rd. Children 4 and under are free for all public tours.

Transportation and Parking

Advance reservations are required before visiting our conservation facility. All visitors will need a vehicle to access our property. Sorry, we cannot accommodate drop offs, walk-up guests from K.Q. Ranch, or ride share services such as Uber or Lyft. Vehicles larger than 15 passenger vans please call ahead. We have ample parking in a dirt lot at our facility that is a short walk from our education center where the tour will begin.

What to Bring

  • Cameras and binoculars are welcome. Photographs may be taken through the habitat fences.
  • We sell bottled water, but we recommend bringing your own.
  • We experience extreme temperatures and weather conditions.
  • Wear comfortable closed-toed walking shoes and bring sun protection.
  • Summer weather can be very hot and dry, and winter weather can be cold and wet.
  • Please check weather and road conditions before your visit.

Adventure Tips

Book in Advance

Tours are popular and fill quickly, so reserve your spot early to ensure participation.

Dress for the Day

Wear layered clothing suitable for outdoor temperatures and comfortable shoes for walking around the facility.

Bring Binoculars

Optional but helpful if you want to get a closer look at the wolves or observe other wildlife nearby.

Respect the Animals

Follow all instructions from guides to ensure a safe and respectful visit to the wolves and their habitats.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Red-tailed hawks
  • California mule deer

History

The California Wolf Center was founded to educate the public and promote wolf conservation in North America, contributing to broader wildlife protection efforts in California.

Conservation

The center actively works to support wolf populations and habitat restoration, emphasizing sustainable practices and scientific research.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Proper footwear ensures comfort as you explore the facility and surrounding grounds.

Layered clothing

Essential

Dress in layers to stay comfortable through changing weather conditions.

Sun protection

Wear hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen to shield from UV rays during sunny days.

summer specific

Camera or smartphone

Capture moments of close-up wolf encounters and scenic surroundings.