Animal Ed.ventures Sanctuary: Earth-Speak Park — Attraction in Coats

The small farm has an unusual menagerie of both familiar domestic animals and exotic animals whose native habitats are in a wide variety of world locations. The reviews I found before going indicated that the kangaroo was moving about in the paths, and was friendly enough to pet and pose with pictures. There were photos of some people holding one of the sloths. But those days must be over. The gate keeper told us that children have antagonized the kangaroo ( pulling its tail and generally spooking it with their antics) so, the kangaroo is now behind a gate. One of the sloths had just given birth to a baby, so though there were six sloths present, all of them were just doing their hanging tricks. The variety of birds and reptiles was impressive for the run-down and remote location of the animal sanctuary. Staff members were delivering meals to the animals ( stainless steel bowls of veggies and fruits were abundant). Our visit was on a hot summer day, but the canopy of trees provides shelter for the path that leads to all the animal pens and huts. Peacocks, turtles, and pigs are roaming freely with dogs and cats. The other animals were within secure boundaries. The general appearance of the venue needs some tender loving care. The sign at the entrance is old and faded from the elements. The entrance road is uneven and full of pot holes, and parking space is on the left side of the road beside a tobacco field. Picnic tables are located to the right of the central house ( which is designated for employees only). Visitors can easily walk through the sanctuary and see all the animals within 70 minutes. So, I recommend eating before or after the visit. Cool aid-type popsicles are sold there ( 2 for $5). Bottled water is $1. The entrance fee is $15 per person age 16 and above. Children and youth age 3-15 are charged $10. Under 3 is free. The $15 seems high for the experience one receives. The monkey, the kookaburra, and some of the other birds are entertaining. But the remainder of the animals are passively tolerating their...

I love this place and I have already been there 3 times.

The animals are treated very well and there is a variety of many animals and species.

Rescued dogs, cats and kangaroos are free in the park, and you can pet dogs and cat (do not touch the kangaroos, they don't like it).

You can also feed a dromedary and the goats, buying a big bowl of food for 1 dollar. They are delicate and won't bite you, but the dromedary will try to sneak into the bowl and steal all the food. It's very funny for children or childish adults like me.

The place is basically a nice a cozy garden, with picnic tables, swings, an other outdoor chairs that you can use to relax in the nature, or have an outdoor lunch (you can bring your own food, I don't think they sell any food).

There are many kind of birds, including an entire house for parrots, some of them repeat words and are very curious of visitors.

The monkeys too have their house and will try to interact with you, following you or staring and playing to attract your attention, especially the lemurs.

There is a slot too, but I only have seen it sleeping. Then ants-eaters, foxes, emus, tortoises, bunnies, hogs, a big cat (I don't remember the species), and an entire reptilarium with many snakes, reptiles, insects, spiders...

I know that they also make tours to explain how they rescued the animals, their characteristics and you can even meet some of the monkeys and pet them, but they have an extra cost and I have never done them.

The entry fee is 10 dollars for the adults, I guess they have a reduction for kids but I am not sure about .

Many times I have seen birthday parties and it must be awesome.

A must see for all the animal lovers who wants to see rescued animals being helped and well treated, and not animals in cages just for your fun.

Last thing: I am pretty sure that most of the cats...

We've been to many wildlife venues... but this place is very special - for a number of reasons.....

1.) You can go on Groupon and get $20.00 for $15.00. Very affordable for families or others on a budget.

2.) This sanctuary takes in ALL sorts of distressed animals. From a very cool sloth, to rare foxes, birds etc. It has a LOT to offer in a manageable area, especially easy for kids to roam, without having a expansive zoo to negotiate around.

3.) There is staff throughout the sanctuary, which are working, but will answer any questions you may have. If you go to the herpetology exhibit (enclosure) you can see some amazing snakes, turtles, gila monsters etc. There is young man who specializes in these creatures. Ask for Kanyon! He is only 15, but we think he more like 35. He knows a LOT !!

4.) There is an amazing amount diversity. Enough to keep you occupied for 3 hours or so. Kids will love it (and older folks too!)

5.) Many animals roam about free; Kangaroos (2) peacocks, dogs, etc. for a cheap $1.00, you can feed a pretty chummy camel, goats, pigs.

If you want a fun inexpensive day trip, we highly recommend visiting here. The owner, Corey is about the property and will share how she purchased the property .. and runs it on a shoe-string budget.

One issue we had, is a lot of signage is missing. We wanted to know the names of animals in the enclosures, what country they are from etc.. but there was a noticeable lack of these. We asked Corey about this and was told hurricane Florence did a lot of damage. She had someone to do administrative tasks, such a making signs but she left suddenly.

All in all, a good way to spend a...