Get up close with sloths, otters, and wolf dogs at the Northwest Wildlife Sanctuary. This 90-minute encounter offers a personal, educational experience with rescued animals in a beautiful setting.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, with moderate walking involved
Wildlife
History
The sanctuary was established in 2010 with the goal of rescuing and rehabilitating native and exotic animals.
Conservation
The sanctuary actively participates in local conservation efforts and promotes awareness about wildlife protection.
Northwest Wildlife Sanctuary
Get up close with sloths, otters, and wolf dogs at the Northwest Wildlife Sanctuary. This 90-minute encounter offers a personal, educational experience with rescued animals in a beautiful setting.
Northwest Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife experience provider based in Oak Harbor, Washington. The sanctuary offers a single, guided 90-minute program called the Northwest Wildlife Sanctuary Experience that provides direct, supervised encounters with a set group of animals. Participants meet five sloths, a friendly river otter, and high-contact wolf dogs. The program also includes opportunities to feed owls and interact with animals presented by the creator of Predators of the Heart.
The 90-minute format is structured to combine focused handling time and guided feeding opportunities. The itinerary provides dedicated interaction with each featured animal group — sloths, a river otter, wolf dogs, and owls — within a single session. The experience is presented in Oak Harbor and is offered as a concentrated wildlife encounter for visitors who want close, hands-on time with these specific animals.
The connection to the creator of Predators of the Heart is a notable element of the offering: animals from that program appear as part of the sanctuary experience. Information about the animals, the 90-minute schedule, and what to expect is provided to visitors as part of the booking and orientation process. Northwest Wildlife Sanctuary presents a focused, third-party animal experience in Oak Harbor that highlights close interactions and owl feeding as core components of the session.
Location
Oak Harbor, WA
Visit in Oak Harbor, Washington.
Experience Length
90 minutes
Guided close-encounter session.
Featured Animals
Sloths, Otter, Wolf Dogs, Owls
Up-close interactions with featured species.
Program Creator
Creator of Predators of the Heart
Experience includes animals from the creator.
Book the 90-minute hands-on encounter in Oak Harbor — meet sloths, a river otter, wolf dogs, and feed owls with animals from Predators of the Heart.
Arrive Early
Getting there early ensures you have enough time for interactions and animal feedings.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Paths are well-maintained but involve walking, so wear sturdy, comfortable footwear.
Bring a Camera
Capture memorable moments with the animals but avoid flash to keep animals relaxed.
Respect Animal Boundaries
Follow staff instructions to ensure the safety and comfort of both visitors and animals.
Comfortable footwear
Sturdy shoes ensure comfort during walking and interaction.
Camera or smartphone
Great for capturing moments with the animals.
Hat and sunscreen
Protection from sun during outdoor activity.
summer
Water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout your visit.