Sloth Encounter at the Oglebay Good Zoo in Wheeling
About this experience
Make an adorable new friend and learn all about zookeeping during this Sloth Encounter at the Oglebay Good Zoo!
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We absolutely loved the Sloth Encounter at Oglebay Zoo. We will definitely another encounter there.
What's Included
- Visit West Virginia's only AZA accredited institution for this once-in-a-lifetime encounter
- Go behind the scenes with a fun and professional team of sloth keepers
- Feed and interact with a cute and fuzzy Linne's two-toed sloth
- Discover what makes these animals unique and learn about rainforest conservation
- This 45-minute encounter is perfect for animal lovers, aspiring zookeepers, families, and more!
What happens on the day
Have you always wanted to meet a sloth? Well, now’s your chance! During this unforgettable animal encounter, you’ll get to meet a cute and cuddly sloth!
Your 45-minute animal encounter takes place at the Oglebay Good Zoo. Located in Wheeling, West Virginia, this incredible zoo takes pride in providing high-quality animal welfare and is the state’s only AZA (Association of Zoos and Aquariums) accredited institution. Encounters like this one play a vital role in animal welfare by boosting the animal’s curiosity, preventing boredom, and minimizing stress.
After meeting up with the zoo’s team of professional sloth keepers, you’ll go behind the scenes for a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with a Linne’s two-toed sloth. These adorable critters can sleep up to 18 hours a day and live in the rainforests of South America.
You’ll feel like a real-life zookeeper as you feed and engage with the two-toed sloth. Throughout your experience, you’ll learn about sloth habits, diet, rainforest conservation efforts, and more. Before waving goodbye to your new friend, don’t forget to snap a photo to share with your loved ones back home!
Make all of your zookeeper dreams come true with this Sloth Encounter at the Oglebay Good Zoo!
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When Do I Choose A Date?
Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions, and your experience with us begins!
Year-Round:
Daily - 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM
Important Details
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- All participants must sign a liability release waiver
- Participants must be at least 5 years old
- Closed toe shoes and long pants are required
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FAQs
Will I go inside the sloth exhibit?
Depending on the sloth's demeanor, this experience will either take place inside the sloth's habitat or in another behind the scenes location.
Can I take pictures?
Yes, you are welcome to take photos during the encounter.
Is this animal encounter humane?
Yes! In fact, they’re a form of animal enrichment which is a vital part of animal welfare, as it stimulates an animal’s senses and curiosity. The Oglebay Good Zoo is also accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and animal welfare is the zoo's top priority.
Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations
Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Gifts.
Cancellation Policy
Once you have received a booking confirmation, all bookings are final. No cancellations or rescheduling requests will be allowed. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience.
Customer Reviews
We absolutely loved the Sloth Encounter at Oglebay Zoo. We will definitely another encounter there.
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