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2018 Media Kit 2018 MEDIA KIT ABOUT US The Wilds is one of the largest wildlife conservation centers for endangered species in North America. A private, non-profit safari park, The Wilds combines cutting-edge conservation science and education programs with hands-on experiences and one-of- a-kind adventures. In southeast Ohio, The Wilds provides a natural, open-range home to rare and endangered species from around the globe. ANIMAL POPULATION & NEWBORNS More than 500 animals representing 28 species from around the world make up the animal population at The Wilds. Additionally, The Wilds hosts a raise-and- release program that includes hundreds of burying beetles and hellbenders. In 2017, The Wilds became the birthplace of 65 animals, including species such as budgerigar, Bactrian deer, Père David’s deer, Grevy’s zebra, Persian onager, sable antelope, scimitar-horned oryx, Masai giraffe, banteng, Sichuan takin and southern white rhinoceros. MEMBERSHIP Prices for Wilds’ memberships range from $55 - $150. Members receive free Open-Air Safari Tours at The Wilds; free or reduced admission to more than 100 zoological facilities in Ohio and across the country accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA); free parking; free subscription to The Wilds member magazine; discounts on premium safari experiences, including the Wildside Tour and Zipline Safari, as well as a 10 percent discount at The Wilds’ gift shop and Overlook Café. Members also receive discounts on membership packages to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. https://thewilds.columbuszoo.org/home/visit/get- your-membership/membership-rates 2018 SPECIAL ACTIVITIES CALENDAR In addition to safaris offered throughout the season, The Wilds presents: WILDZFEST Saturday, May 12, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. This springtime event features a visit from Iron Man and Thor and Character Ambassadors, animal presentations, games and crafts, food and drinks, and other attractions for the young and young at heart. This event is free plus $6 parking for non-Wilds members. Payment is required for additional tours, ziplining and overnight accommodations. WildZfest is presented by Pepsi with support from Wendy’s. 3rd ANNUAL RIDE FOR RHINOS Sunday, Aug. 19 In conjunction with Iron Pony Motorsports, this annual poker run includes over 300 motorcycles trekking from Columbus to Cumberland. Register with Iron Pony Motorsports and join us for the ride of a lifetime! ADVENTURES & ATTRACTIONS TAKE A TOUR… The Wilds offers guided experiences to the public on a daily basis from May through September, as well as on Saturday’s and Sunday’s in October. Guests may board a guided Safari vehicle or take a Zipline Safari to view rare and endangered animals living in natural, open-range habitats. From a horseback ride to a safari into the sunset, The Wilds offers a special experience for everyone. …BY VEHICLE OPEN-AIR SAFARI TOUR Relax and feel the breeze in the comfort of an Open-Air Safari vehicle during an exciting day-tour experience that provides outstanding opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. Tours are approximately 2-2.5 hours. SUNSET SAFARI TOUR Take in the sweeping views of The Wilds’ beautiful landscape bathed in the late evening sun. This guided tour provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about rare and endangered animals, which will be the most active during this time of day. The tour includes a stop at the Carnivore Center and other destinations for up-close experiences. Also included is a buffet-style dinner on the deck of the Overlook Café. Tours are approximately two hours; dinner is served an hour before the tour during the summer months and immediately after the safari during the fall. WILDSIDE TOUR This exclusive tour provides visitors with an opportunity to interact with animal management specialists for a one-of-a kind adventure. Guests may watch staff conduct a medical procedure, or they might be able give a snack to the giraffes with our Animal Management team – every experience is unique! These guided tours are 2.5 to 3 hours long, providing ample time in the pasture to see rare and endangered species. SUNSET WILDSIDE TOUR The awe-inspiring Wildside Tour becomes even more spectacular at sunset. These tours now begin with a more private dining experience—complete with music to accompany the beautiful scenery—and take place during typical feeding hours when animals are expected to be particularly active. The tours include a behind-the-scenes look at The Wilds facilities and opportunities to learn more about the special animals residing here. EVENING AT THE OUTPOST Sunday through Thursday, Mid-May – August Grab a drink and rub elbows with our magnificent rhinos and giraffes during this exclusive one- of-a-kind tour. After boarding a Wildside truck with one of our animal management experts, you will be transported to our Safari Outpost, where complimentary drinks and light appetizers will be served. Relax and enjoy the scenic views of our pastures and herds while experiencing our newly-designed giraffe and rhino encounter areas, where you may get up close and personal with our herds. If rhinos and giraffes decide not to join the party, have no fear – upon exiting the Outpost, our Wildside Tour guides will be sure to include a visit with these majestic animals before returning to your vehicles. …ON A ZIPLINE ZIPLINE SAFARI TOUR Enjoy The Wilds from an aerial perspective! Led by two professionally-trained guides, this 2.5-hour tour consists of 10 ziplines and a rappel built on a series of observation platforms overlooking various exotic animal species. Zip along a network of cables, through the trees and over the animal watering holes, lakes and pastures. This tour is designed to excite anyone with a love for wildlife and a bit of adventure. Reservations are required. ZIPLINE OVERLOOK TOUR A shorter version of the Zipline Safari Tour, this professionally-guided tour is a 1.5-hour journey across five ziplines overlooking the animal pastures. ZIPLINE SUNSET TOUR Enjoy the same Zipline Safari Tour at dusk on a Friday or Saturday. Be sure to make reservations as availability is limited! *All Zipline participants: Must be of average mobility and strength and be in reasonably good health. Must be at least 10 years old. Children ages 10 and 11 must be accompanied by an adult on the tour and children ages 12 to 15 must have an adult on the premises. Must weigh between 70 and 250 pounds. Must wear closed-toe shoes. …ON HORSEBACK HORSEBACK SAFARI TOUR Giddy up on a journey along beautiful hillsides near the pastures that The Wilds animals call home. Tours take approximately one hour, beginning at The Wilds entrance and traveling through wooded areas, along hillsides overlooking breathtaking landscapes with spectacular views of safari areas and habitats. Novice and experienced riders alike will enjoy this unique adventure. SUNSET HORSEBACK SAFARI TOUR Guests can now literally ride off into the sunset during The Wilds’ Sunset Horseback Safari. Participants can enjoy the magical experience of viewing roaming herds and butterfly habitats while the last rays of sunlight illuminate the grasslands and hillsides. This ride is the perfect way to unwind at the end of the day while savoring the outdoors from a unique vantage point. Sunset Horseback Safaris include a buffet dinner. Rides last about two hours. *All riders: Must be at least 9 years old. Riders under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Must weigh between 70 and 250 pounds. …BY BOAT (OR FROM THE BANKS) FISHING SAFARI The Wilds features more than 100 lakes and ponds, several of which are swimming with largemouth bass, redear sunfish, brown bullhead, muskellunge, bluegill, channel catfish, green sunfish, longear sunfish, pumpkinseed, white crappie, warmouth and bullhead. Participants may use a boat supplied by The Wilds or fish from the bank of one of the scenic lakes. Up to six guests may partake in the excursion, which lasts about four hours. Attendants are available to transport guests, answer questions and assist with equipment. *All participants: Must abide by The Wilds’ catch-and-release policy Must have a valid Ohio Fishing License Reservations are required at least three days in advance. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Must wear lifejackets. Standard sizes are available or guests may bring their own. Must wear closed-toe shoes. MAKE IT A WILD WEEKEND To make the most out of an adventure at The Wilds, guests can make reservations to stay overnight. Due to the increasing popularity of these accommodations, visitors are advised to make reservations in advance. NOMAD RIDGE Nomad Ridge is a private, adults-only retreat for parties of two. The Asian-inspired yurts overlook The Wilds’ landscape from a private deck, where guests can gather around a fire pit and enjoy a view unobstructed by city buildings or urban lights. As the sun sets behind the hills and rises over the valleys, couples can savor complimentary dinner and breakfast. Staff concierge is also available for 24-hour assistance. An Open-Air Safari is included. The Woodland Yurts feature a choice of one queen bed or two single beds, and both the Grand Yurt and Premium Yurts feature one king bed. All options include a private bathroom, deck and wireless internet. THE LODGE The Lodge is a private luxury cabin located in one of the more remote locations at The Wilds and near one of the most scenic lakes on the property. While Nomad Ridge provides an intimate setting for parties of two, the Lodge is designed to accommodate groups of up to 12 people. The Lodge includes a common area featuring comfortable sitting and dining areas, a fully- equipped kitchen (complete with dishes, pots, pans, utensils and linens), a screened-in porch, a gas fireplace and wireless internet.
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