We attended their Ales & Tails Event fundraiser and it was amazing!…read moreThe staff was so friendly during check-in, ensuring we had a map and knew where to go for cocktails, the food truck, and where the various animals were located. The Sanctuary was so clean and the animals looked healthy and well taken care of. We watched enrichment feeding with several of them and each enclosure was beautiful. The setting is gorgeous and it's an easy walk to each enclosure. We loved learning the names of each resident animal, and their back story and history as to how they came to live there. They have an amazing array of animals, including bears, wolves, raccoons, a coyote, a porcupine, a jaguar, a cheetah, a bobcat, a mountain lion, foxes, owls, and other birds of prey. We took our time walking around and enjoying the beautiful location, and it took us about two hours to see everything. Laura, on of the staff members was super friendly, and Jasmine gave an amazing presentation on their Porcupine. She is extremely knowledgeable and sweet. We hadn't been there in over twenty years, and we were amazed by the changes. The restrooms were super clean, there were plenty of garbage/recycle cans available, and the paths were clearly marked. We didn't try the food truck, but it smelled delicious, and they had an ice cream truck, and a bar with a great variety of drinks available, many of which were from local breweries/distilleries. The gift shop was great! So many cool things to look at and purchase and they carry soft drinks/water and ice cream. I highly recommend a visit! They are doing incredible, life-saving work for animals who have no other option. This event was adults only, but their normal operations are family friendly and they have a ton of special events listed on their website!

One might say a good trek will lead you to great things…read more That's the ark! The children were promised animals, so I left off in our noble car to the land of Reno. I love that it's a sanctuary for wildlife and you can see the animals in large habitats. Don't forget they have a playground and tables for lunch or snacks! Highly recommend!

We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Piping Rock Horses! My sister and I both agreed it was…read morethe best horseback ride we've ever done. Our guide, Kiera, was fantastic -- knowledgeable, relaxed, encouraging, and clearly wonderful with both people and horses. The scenery was breathtaking, and the ride felt like a real adventure rather than just following a trail in a line. We crossed a beautiful river twice, rode through gorgeous mountain terrain, and truly got to experience the landscape. My horse, Buckwheat, was such a character and made the ride even more fun. We especially appreciated that the ride felt personal, peaceful, and authentic. You can tell the horses are well cared for and that the guides genuinely love what they do. Highly, highly recommend this experience if you're looking for a scenic and memorable ride in the Truckee/Tahoe area!

Our daughter had the most wonderful experience at Farm and Pony camp. It was a perfect blend of…read morespecial time with the farm animals (holding baby bunnies! walking goats!), learning to care for the animals (branding manes and tails, picking horseshoes, touring the stables), crafts, and pony rides. And I was blown away by the pony show on Friday morning! The counselors were so caring and great with the kids and 4-H values and true equestrian skills are evident in all the kids learn in a short 5 days. I cannot say enough what a gem this place is. Only one exit down the road from downtown Truckee but a world away and we could pick her up at lunch and still have a family afternoon together. We felt so lucky that we found out about this camp. We will definitely be back!

We had such an amazing girls' night at Ferrari Farms! From the moment we arrived, everything felt…read morewelcoming and relaxed. The animals are adorable and so friendly. it was such a joy getting to feed, pet, and hang out with them. The staff was fantastic, answering all our questions and making sure everyone had a great experience. The farm itself is beautiful, clean, and perfect for taking photos and making memories with friends. It was the perfect mix of fun, laughter, and pure cuteness overload. We can't wait to go back for another visit definitely a must-try for anyone looking for a unique and memorable outing! Do wish there were more pumpkins but we were late in the season this year!

Don't do it! My friends and three of her friends went and are now infected with Parasites from the…read moreGoats. The health department has got involved but not yet shut them down. Its ridiculous.

I was here for one of the baby animals week and was blown away! It was so much fun than I was…read moreexpecting. I haven't been here in two years, and holy cow they UPGRADED!! The animal area has been cleaned up and there are tons of working sinks to wash hands. You can purchase animal food, pony rides, and bottles to feed the animals. There is also a play gym, train rides, hay rides, trike races, zip lines, slides, dirt to shovel, and more. My three year old easily spent over three hours here and loved every minute. We will definitely be back in the fall!! My only suggestion to andelin farms is to add a fan in the baby nursing hut. It was very stuffy in there.

We haven't visited since last year's Baby Animals event and boy have they changed things up! They…read moreset up a long ticket booth to the right of the entrance with nice winding queue line, divided into Prepaid and Purchasing lines. I was surprised to see how they pushed the entrance area past the barn, but totally makes sense for those who may want to just stop by to shop and not want to enjoy the festivities. The staff were all friendly and kept up with keeping the animal pens clear of poop, especially for the petting ones. They had signage to designate which ones you could feed the animal food to and which ones you couldn't enter due to the animals resting. I really liked how they sectioned off all the animals off to the left side with its own entrance and exit and lots of sanitizing and handwashing stations nearby. They had some new things at the farm too. I saw signage advertising Cuddling with Calves for $20 (kids 8+). They also had some additional calves to see and pet along the way. So adorable! Outside of the animal area, they had a new section, Peacock Pedalers, that allowed kids and adults to ride tricycles around. They also had refreshment stations within the farm for drinks, kettlecorn, and other snacks, which made it convenient. What surprised me was that the features that were typically busy on our past visits, like the mini zip lines and the barrel ride, were very little to no waits. They offered lots of seating for taking a break and grabbing some food from the three food trucks they offered. The pulled pork nachos were yummy! It was a great deal to spend the day at the farm for $20 tickets. Yes, they offered lots of additions like the animal feed, train tickets, and gem sluicing for a price but not really necessary to have a great experience. The baby chicks and goats were the highlight of our visit. My daughter wants to go back next weekend!

What a great experience! I went on the Fairy Trail with my son and his wife and their almost…read more6-year-old daughter. She loved every minute. Wandering down the trails to find all the little vignettes was fun and then we enjoyed meeting all the animals and feeding them treats. Hard to pick any favorites amongst the animals but the little goats were a big hit since they were so easy to interact with. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable and helpful, and we appreciated the popcorn, cider and water snacks. I'm not sure if we actually found all the items on the "treasure hunt" but they kindly allowed my granddaughter to pick a "prize" anyway and she loved the purple magic wand she chose. One difficulty is that there is no restroom, not even a portapotty. Given the location that is not good as it is quite a distance to get to any place with a public restroom. Another is that there is no way to contact the venue by phone if you have questions. I almost didn't go because I was a bit late and the confirmation I received said that we had to be there at our specific time with no ability to change it. Fortunately my son was able to email them and ask if I could catch up to them on the trail if I arrived a bit late and they responded quickly enough that I didn't have to turn around and go back home (my drive there was two hours).

We had a wonderful time in the forest near Gold Run…read more Wonderful hands-on experience for our 4 1/2 yo. He was delighted by the gentle and funny goats. The older kids and other adults in the walk had as much fun as we did. Two reservations from us adults--they need a Portapotty in the parking area and the walk was a little too long for our youngster. Easy to get to from Sacramento area.

A must do experience for all birders! My husband gifted this experience to me for Mothers Day and I…read morecouldn't be happier. You can always tell when someone is passionate about what they do in the way they spew out information. Kathleen is not only welcoming, hospitable and kind but her knowledge and expertise is valuable and mind-boggling. We were in a group of 4, and she answered every question we had with ease and a surplus of knowledge. The experience with the raptors is surreal, even coming home I feel like it was all a dream. Having the opportunity to have such beautiful species of birds up close and personal is unmatched. I would most definitely come back to relive these memories.

Raptor Adventures is the single best experience I've had in decades! It was a childhood dream of…read moremine to hold these magnificent creatures and watch them fly. This adventure begins under a gazebo in the desert mountains thirty minutes outside of Reno. It's a beautiful setting. Kathleen the wildlife expert and Falconer is absolutely brilliant. She's easy going, articulate, and totally in tune with the animals. You get a feeling of awe in the close proximity to the birds. It's a magical experience to see and learn about them up close. Kathleen has dedicated her life to this endeavor and it shows. The birds are beautifully cared for. I got to wear the leather glove and have a Harris's Hawk swoop down on my wrist, take a treat and fly away. I got to see a giant Eurasian Owl and have her sit on my gloved wrist. We had the unexpected pleasure of seeing an 8 week old baby Owl and pet his downy feathers. This was a soul fulfilling day and I can't stop thinking about it. Experiences like this are a gift to be cherished. I cannot recommend this enough! Thank you, Kathleen!! The best day ever!

Best place on earth don't listen to the other comments. The most amazing people own and run the…read moreranch, the pumpkin patch is the perfect for a fall day trip. And the views are amazing. I would 100% recommend coming to the pumpkin patch in the fall, it's worth every penny.

Amazing view, outstanding service. Had my daughter's wedding here and my guest we're amazed with…read moresuch a beautiful venue.

Beautiful farm! Fresh produce, nice people and a scenic area. I stopped in after work to see what I…read morecould see and buy lol! I met a very nice woman showed me around let me know which crops were coming in. I bought my Father something for his dads day basket. Some delicious apple bbq sauce!!! I can't wait to go back and get some more produce. There were eggs, goat feed, some puffed corn and lovely handmade crafts that I will definitely be going back for.

This was my first visit to Lattin Farms and they have the fall festival going on. It's a cute…read morelittle farm that had a few activities like a corn maze, hay ride to pumpkin patch, scarecrow making, cow train and they have some animals too. There is also a crafters market where you can purchase crafts and goodies from local businesses. Plus Lattin Farms have their own market where you can buy vegetables, jams, baked goods, and hot sauces. We bought some breads and some hot sauces. The hot sauces were really good! My favorites were sweet chili garlic and pineapple jalapeño. It's spicy but not too spicy. (But I guess I should add that I'm accustomed to spicy food so it depends on your palette) The favor is delicious! I enjoyed my time there. But I would say I think it's more for families with smaller children.