Ages 8+ • 6 or less people! • Sells Out!
Meet slow-moving rainforest specialists in a calm, educational feeding encounter in Wright City, Missouri. Small groups, strict welfare rules, and caregiver-led briefings make this a responsible, memorable wildlife experience for families and educators.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
30–45 minutes
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion required; participants should be steady on their feet and able to follow briefings.
Wildlife
History
This Wright City program operates as an education-focused wildlife encounter in the community, emphasizing non-invasive contact and caregiver-led learning.
Conservation
Interactions center on education and low-stress animal care; proceeds and visits support outreach and awareness about arboreal mammal conservation.
Ages 8+ • 6 or less people! • Sells Out!
Call ahead to book
Appointments are required and sessions run at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.; the program enforces a two-person minimum and has a six-person cap.
Wear closed-toe shoes
Closed-toe footwear is mandatory inside the encounter area—avoid sandals or open-toe shoes for safety and hygiene.
Keep calm and follow instructions
Sloths respond to slow movement and quiet voices; caregivers may stop the encounter if guidelines are not followed.
Bring a camera but secure it
Photos are allowed during the feeding, but the facility is not responsible for belongings—use a wrist strap or pocket when not shooting.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects your feet inside the encounter area and is required by staff.
Camera or smartphone
Capture slow, detailed behaviors—use a strap and avoid flash to reduce stress on animals.
Light long-sleeve shirt
Thin sleeves protect arms during gentle contact and reduce skin-to-animal contact.
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Hand sanitizer or wipes
Useful before and after the encounter for hygiene; staff may also provide cleaning stations.