Carolina Tiger Rescue, formerly the Carnivore Preservation Trust, is a 501(c)3 nonprofit wildlife sanctuary whose mission is saving and protecting wild cats in captivity and in the wild.
Carolina Tiger Rescue is open to the public for guided tours, by reservation only.
Feeding with a Keeper
Participants learn the types of food that carnivores consume, their dietary needs, and how animal keepers interact with the animals during a feeding. Individuals will work alongside an animal keeper during food preparation and distribution (approximately 2.5 hours), seeing firsthand what it takes to care for exotic carnivores.
Please note: Feeding carnivores is messy, so participants of the "Feeding with a Keeper" experience may be exposed to raw meat, blood, and other unpleasantries. Participants should expect this and dress appropriately.
When: Mon-Sat, 9 am, by reservation only
Price:
$40 per person, ages 13-17*
$50 per person, ages 18 and up
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Maximum Group Size: 4
Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance.
Arrive at 8:45 to check in.
Ages 13-17 may only shadow the Keeper and observe feeding the animals. They cannot feed any animals.
Ages 18+ may feed animals at the Keeper's discretion.
Species included in "Feeding with a Keeper" is dependent on the feeding schedule for the day. Participants are not guaranteed the opportunity to observe any specific species being fed, including tigers.
All visitors will be required to sign a Volunteer Release form.
* Anyone under the age of 18 must have a Minor Child Volunteer Release Form signed by a Parent or Legal Guardian.