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VIP Canid Experience in Santa Ysabel, California - San Diego

VIP Canid Experience in Santa Ysabel, California

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1 hour

Fitness Level

Requires minimal physical exertion; suitable for most fitness levels.

Overview

Step into a private canid encounter at the Judith A Bassett Canid Education and Conservation Center near Santa Ysabel. Experience up-close interactions with foxes and coyotes in an intimate, exclusive setting designed for animal lovers.

Farm
Santa Ysabel, California

VIP Canid Experience - E-Mail TO BOOK

1 hour • Ages 9+ • VIP Choose Your Date & Time

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About This Adventure

Experience an exclusive VIP Canid Encounter, where you and your group enjoy a private, behind-the-scenes connection with fascinating canids. Interact with Belyaev foxes, coyotes, and more during this unforgettable hour, tailored just for you. Perfect for animal lovers seeking a unique, once-in-a-lifetime adventure away from the public eye.

VIP Canid Encounter 🌟 An Exclusive, Private Experience—Tailored Just for You

Duration 🕒 1 Hour

Overview Looking for the ultimate private animal experience? Our VIP Encounter is the most exclusive offering at the center—perfect for those seeking a truly unforgettable, behind-the-scenes connection with our animals.

You and your group will have the center all to yourselves, scheduled on a day we are not open to the public or completely sold out. This means uninterrupted time with our canids and full attention from our experienced educator.

During your hour-long private session, you’ll meet and interact with:

🦊 Belyaev Russian domesticated foxes 🦊 Red and arctic foxes 🐺 Coyotes 🐺 Wolf 🐕 Primitive dogs 🦊 Black-backed jackals

Whether you’re celebrating something special or just want a once-in-a-lifetime experience, this is a true bucket list moment for animal lovers.

Pricing 💳 $600 for up to 2 people ➕ $75 per additional guest (up to 5 people total) 📋 Larger groups may be considered on a case-by-case basis—please contact us to inquire.

Participant Requirements 👦 Ages 9+ may enter the fox enclosure

👶 Children under 9 may observe from outside the enclosure

👨‍👧 All guests must have a paid reservation

🧾 Minors must be accompanied by a ticketed adult

💫 Availability is extremely limited This VIP experience is scheduled by appointment only and based on educator availability.

📅 Reserve early to secure your private adventure!

CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY: All experiences are non-refundable. Cancellations occurring one week prior to the experience date can be rescheduled to another available date. Cancellations less than one week prior to the day of the event are not refundable and not able to be rescheduled for another date. If the Judith A Bassett Canid Education and Conservation Center (JABCECC) has to cancel the encounter for any reason, the liability to the JABCECC will be limited to a refund in the amount paid for the encounter.

Adventure Tips

Book Early via Email

This is a private experience and must be reserved ahead of time via email to secure your spot.

Dress Comfortably

Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes suitable for walking on a farm setting.

Respect Animal Boundaries

Follow all guidelines given by staff to ensure safe and respectful interactions with the canids.

Arrive Early

Arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled time for orientation and preparation.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Gray fox
  • Western scrub-jay

History

The area around Santa Ysabel has deep Native American roots and was historically inhabited by the Kumeyaay people.

Conservation

The center promotes education and conservation efforts specifically focused on canid species to increase public awareness and protection.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Provides stability and comfort during your farm visit.

Sun protection (hat & sunscreen)

Essential

Helps prevent sunburn during exposed outdoor activities.

summer specific

Light jacket or layered clothing

Essential

Keeps you comfortable in changing temperatures.

fall specific

Binoculars

Enhances viewing wildlife from a respectful distance.