This Sanctuary is wonderful to the animals and especially the Parrots. They must have over 50…read moresurrendered cockatoos. (The most popular and unfortunately the breed most surrendered due to clingy noisy emotional toddler behavior, plus they live 60 to 80 yrs) I have been to local dance and musical performances here. The trees and waterscapes help during these hot summer months.

Gilcrease Orchard got me hooked on Armenian cucumbers! I tried them for the first time because they…read moregrow them here. So glad I tried them as I prefer them over traditional grocery store cucumber varieties. I noticed that there are are description cards providing detailed information on most of the goods made available at the registers. During the hottest months of the year, we make a plan prior to arriving right when they open, so we can get in and out quickly and efficiently as possible minimizing heat and sun exposure.

Seven acres of park and lakes. Also a sanctuary to local domestic rescue animals…read more Umbrella Cockatoos are rescued in abundance here. Looks like at least 50 previously pet Cockatoos are gently housed at Gilcrease Sanctuary, along with numerous animals, miniature ponies, pot bellied pigs, goats, peacocks, parrots,turkeys, geese, ducks, chickens. I've seen local performers and music venues on there stage and open theater.

It's been a really long time since we've been here, our now-teenager was a wee one, and the goats…read morewere running wild throughout the sanctuary. And one was lost, wandering outside of it. At the time, there was a Donation, instead of Admission. There are a lot of Signs, posted, stating, "Do not touch. We bite." Under Construction- the back, adding some concrete walkways, along with some nice signs. This is also noted on the Map that you get when you pay Admission. It was $30 for us, two adults and two kids. It was a sunday when we visited. Special Price on Wednesdays, $5 each. This is where the donkeys, Valentina and Rico, are located. If you are lucky, you will also see the llama, Confetti, and the white sheep, but I forgot the name. It looks like there are three areas for the goats, in the front pen, in the middle pen, and the feeding area in the back, that's where Sugar and Pepper are. In the back, also, are the miniature horses- a light one and a dark one, which were eating the whole time we were there, so we didn't get a good look at them. But their small size makes them super cute. I've always liked the mini's. Like, dating back to when I was a kid and would see them at special events in the Bay Area. Also in the back, are the hog (which is huge) and the pot-bellied pig (smaller). On the back, last, but not least, there is an emu and an ostrich. I can't tell you which, because I was getting confused. There was one and there was two of each of those birds. Large flightless birds are interesting, and to think, there is a prehistoric quality about them; look at their talons and feet. I really like the amphitheater. There is some shade near the colorful picnic tables. The bathroom was open and available, however, no paper products for when you wash your hands. Also, all of the Sanitizer dispensers were empty. Seeing the ducks and geese at the man made lake was neat. They were approaching us, as if we had food to give them. So they are used to Visitors. Nearby were chickens, roosters, and peacocks. The Aviary is a really cool place. But watch out for those mischievous parrots, who were aiming to poop over the walkway through the chain link fence. It sounded like rain! And it barely missed our son's friend. The cockatoos are the star of the show here. Some of them can talk. In addition to saying "Hello", or "Hi" one of them says, "Goodbye." The birds at the front of the sanctuary were really neat to see too. Did you see the pair of black birds with the black poop? One bird said, "What's up?" There were small koi in the koi pond at the very front. There were a lot more animals the last time we visited. But who knows, maybe some of the animals were moved, to a different place, or maybe, some of them passed away.

Amazing experience and great for families! The team is wonderful and I will be recommending them…read moreto my friends and family. Great job ShangriLlama team!

I had so much fun walking llamas... I am so sad the rain kind of cut us and made it so the meeting…read moredidn't get to walk as long with them., but they refunded us half the price, because we didn't get to have our full walk, even though we still had a great time feeding them and they were so amazing. The farm and venue is really beautiful, where they do weddings and you can walk you down the aisle, with a llama. The couple are friendly and helpful, They are very informative and you are more than welcome to ask them. Lots of questions. It was so informative. I learned so much, and I would totally go back again.

Fresh vegetables delivered to my door! Great service and yummy produce. I appreciate having fresh…read morevegetables in the valley!

I tried calling several times to make sure this was a legit place, but no one answered so I went to…read morethe address and nothing was set up. It was a residential home, so I double checked the address and knocked on the door. There were dogs barking and I heard a small child say something, but no one answered. So weird bc I was excited to get some eggs since it was rated 5 stars. Save your time and gas money.

This is a great hidden secret in the valley!!!! The place is run by the University of Nevada at…read moreReno. It's a test field for creating better crops for arid regions of the world that do not need to rely on as much water in order to create better production. A family member of mine, got her degree as a Master Gardener and did a majority of her time working at this place. So knowing family was here, I'd say it's a valuable location to come to. Let's say you are wanting to know how to get a garden growing in your yard - you have tried and everything has turned into charred leaves and stalks with no crops or flowers. Well - you can learn from the Master Gardeners just how to make that backyard garden flourish and thrive with productivity or even just to keep it alive! Spend a little time working with these folks, you can learn how to DIY your own backyard to make it a thriving location and learn when the best time to pick fruits and veggies off the vines and trees. In addition volunteering with these folks you can take fresh produce home (they will be bird pecked or bruised, don't expect perfection) at no charge. And even if you don't want to vounteer your time, and just want to pick up some nice fresh produce - well you can certainly buy what they have in supply as it is in season. Don't expect to just pick it yourself though. They are pretty restrictive about that. Prices for their produce are fairly reasonable. All proceeds from the food sales are directed back into the costs for all the work involved in keeping the farm running. Cash only. Their hours are restricted to Tuesdays and Thursdays. You will know if they are open when you see the gate open. You have to park on the side of the street as there is no true parking lot.

I love this place, I go here whenever I can to get free mulch for my garden! The workers/volunteers…read moreare extremely helpful, esp if you want mulch in bulk. They will use their own tools to help out loading your truck so you don't have to shovel all of that yourself. I haven't actually gone inside the orchard to see what they have, but it looks so nice in there and there's a lot to see!! I'm excited for my next trip there.

I've always enjoyed visiting and supporting local farmers markets. Here you'll find a myriad of…read moredifferent eggs, jams, produce, bake goods and honey. After shopping you can visit the animal farm ($10.00 entrance fee), located in the rear of the market. There you'll find an array of animals from Cows, Chickens, Ducks, Horses, goats, llamas and much more. There are over 100 animals on site and food is available for purchase should you want to feed them. This is a fantastic family day outing and a place that children will enjoy. A word of caution, you are walking on dirt and some animals do run freely around the market, so, I wouldn't wear shoes you don't want to get dirty.

OMG, we had so much fun. They had the best of the best. All the sales people that were promoting…read moretheir goods were very friendly and willing to explain what was put in their items whether it's food some type of clothing or jewelry or things that are going to take place in other areas. I love the farmers market.

About 9 years ago I bought a Groupon and took some riding lessons with Esther. I was surprised at…read morehow well she cared for the horses- not just tack em up and ride em style. I now own my own Thoroughbred and am looking to get into dressage. I'll be taking lessons with her again. You can find anyone to teach you to ride a horse but only certain people will teach you how to do it the right way!

Honestly can't talk from experience of being there but I can speak from experience of purchasing a…read moregroupon they haven't been able to fullfil so I had to cancel it. I purchased mine in October for my daughter's birthday for 2 lessons and text back and forth for 2 months and they never had availability yet still sell groupons that can only be used for 90 days. I got it's our busy season, I will text if there is a cancellation, honestly think groupon just isn't a priority you should hire more to be able to fullfil them I stead of continuing to sell them and not be able to use them. My daughter was so excited and is now heartbroken and I need to find someplace that will do as they say they can.