Maine Wildlife Park
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kayla95311kayla95311
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Last time I was here was 2014! This place is currently undergoing construction but you can still come and visit the animals they do have. these were just some! (They have 30+ species!) It’s $11 per person and all of the animals are rescues that needed to be rehabilitated or raised illegally and cannot go back out to the wild. They also hatch and raise fish to populate Maine waters! It is cash only! But they have an atm there! It’s definitely worth a trip and you’ll get your 10k steps in!! #maine #mainewildlifepark #rehabilitation #hotgirlwalk #thingstodoinmaine
natmarie_77natmarie_77
9011
A Thoughtful and Conservation-Focused Experience at Maine Wildlife Park. Our visit to the Maine Wildlife Park left us thoroughly impressed with the park's dedication to animal welfare and conservation. It was a clean and well-organized park that undoubtedly prioritizes the animals' well-being. One aspect that stood out to us was the park's commitment to putting the animals' comfort first. We appreciated the clear signs reminding guests that the animals' needs come before our own. It was evident that the park's mission is not to entertain consumers with captive animals, but rather to provide a safe haven for injured or sick wildlife, ensuring they are rehabilitated and cared for with the utmost compassion. Although some exhibits might have been unoccupied due to this noble approach, we fully support the park's stance on animal conservation. It is essential to prioritize the well-being of these beautiful creatures over mere human entertainment. The admission price of $10 per person was reasonable and well worth it, knowing that our contribution goes towards supporting the park's conservation efforts. It's important to note that the park operates on a cash-only basis, but the presence of an ATM on-site made it convenient for visitors. While the snack shack's offerings were a bit lacking, it did not dampen our overall experience. After all, the primary focus of our visit was to connect with and appreciate the wildlife, not just indulge in snacks. The park's efforts in maintaining a clean and well-groomed environment were commendable. The abundance of garden wildlife that provided a habitat for pollinators not only added to the park's beauty but also showcased its functionality in supporting local ecosystems. Overall, our day at the Maine Wildlife Park was not only enjoyable but also heartening. We left with a sense of fulfillment, knowing that our visit contributed to the well-being and conservation of the animals we encountered. We highly recommend this park to families and individuals who value animal welfare and are eager to support crucial conservation efforts.
Scarlett TriboScarlett Tribo
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Surprisingly nice little place in our little town. Rainy days are the best as the animals are so lively! There is also a list of the animals, their names, age, and why they’re there which I think it’s a unique added aspect. The enclosures are decent sizes except the turtles in the showcases near the bathrooms. Those are not acceptable. The turtles are only there for in season but stay in there day & night. They are surely miserable.. The enclosures are kept natural which is different and I think a great benefit for the animals. A lot of their animals are opportunistic so it’s nice to see them in more natural environments. One of the mountain lions even chased a chipmunk while we were there! (Video attached) There is a large dirt parking lot with ample parking. No pets allowed, of course. They are also cash only and offer veteran discounts. It’s $10 for adult entry and $5 for veteran. I am unsure about kids or other discounts. There is an ATM right outside the entry gate. Inside the park is a bathroom, snack shack with basic snacks like ice cream, chips, granola bars, water bottles, etc. Occasionally they serve basic sandwiches. (PB&J, Turkey & cheese, etc), and a gift shop. Staff is always pleasant. Grounds are always clean and animals always look well fed and engaged. They also released Big Al! Yay!
Erica VErica V
00
Great little place! It has a very vast picnicking area with a few little grills. You can rent space for birthdays also! There are a wide variety of different wildlife, bears, mt lions, foxes, porcupine, deer, moose, bobcat, lynx, fisher, beaver, kestrel, raven, owls, eagles, crows, peacocks, coyotes, fish and turtles (may have forgot a few). There are geese that are free roaming, they happen to be nesting right now so are quite aggressive- which was no problem for us as we stayed out of the way. There was a little child terrorizing one of the male geese while the parent allowed it to happen for almost 40 minutes. It was quite cringy and I felt TERRIBLE for that poor goose. The fisher was also pacing, it seems as though he paces so much that he's made a trench in the ground, also very sad. The gift shop, snack shack (literally JUST snack foods), the bathroom and info center are all right at the front which was great! There are multiple other bathrooms scattered throughout the park. We were able to enjoy and see everything within a two hour period. Be careful going into the bird enclosure as they are able to get above you and will aim their poopah at you haha
Alex McleanAlex Mclean
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This is a beautiful place to take the young ones of all ages. The thing to know is that this place is not a zoo. It is a rehab facility run be Maine fish & game. The animals here have been abandoned and or injured in the wild and are brought here for rehab. This park has food and drinks and a picnic area. There are all types of wildlife small and huge. You wouldn't usually see some of these animals closeup. I really liked the bald eagle that is injured he is huge! I had never seen a mountain lion until coming here. They have huge bull moose and babies. Some might not know, but there is a fish hatchery just down the hill thru a gate beyond the bald eagle habitat. You are allowed in here and get right up to the covered pens and a large net covered pond that holds absolutely huge and thousands of nice trout. There is a good vending machine with approved diet fish food. Don't throw in people food it will hurt the fish. So bring alot of quarters the kids go crazy feeding the fish. You could spend a couple hours here in the park easy depending how long you stay at the exhibits. There is plenty of free parking available.
Stephen ArlaudStephen Arlaud
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56 Game Farm Rd, Gray, ME 04039
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