A Peaceful Morning Adventure Awaits
Hand-feed gentle rescues and see Delaware's only live alligator exhibit.
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Looking to get the family out of the house for a relaxing morning? Skip the crowded commercial parks and expensive admission lines. Discover Delaware's dedicated rescue and education sanctuary right here in Townsend!
Come hand-feed our gentle rescued llamas and goats, meet Mr. Smee at the state's only live alligator exhibit, and enjoy an unhurried, peaceful walk among our rescued owls, foxes, and farm friends.
What to Expect: We are proud to be a rugged, authentic rescue sanctuary. You won't find commercialized, paved walkways here. Instead, you'll experience a true farm environment with free-roaming rescued ducks, dirt paths, and incredible up-close encounters with our gentle rescued llamas, sheep, and goats. Dress for the farm, not the city!
🌟 Summer Pro-Tip: Because we are a true farm sanctuary, we have very limited shade. Plan your visit for early in the morning! You'll beat the intense midday heat, and catch the animals when they are most active.
At just a few dollars per person (infants under 12 months are free), we aren't an exhausting, expensive theme park. Relax for an hour or two without breaking the bank.
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⚠️ Critical GPS Warning
GPS units fail here constantly. They often tell you to turn onto (or stay on) "Blackbird Forest Rd." This is wrong. You must turn onto Vandyke Greenspring Rd to find our entrance.