The Wilds will close at the end of October for the season. Before we close up for the 2011 season, we wanted to give you one more reason to visit. In addition to your favorite tours, horseback riding, and zip-lining, we will be hosting WILDZFEST presented by the Hearst Foundations and Pepsi.
On October 1, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. there will be entertainment, food, drinks, games, crafts and other attractions for the young and the young at heart.
TOURS
Reserve your spot today on one of the exciting tours that are offered:
- Open Air Safari
- Safari Transport
- Wildside Tour
- Animal Encounters Tour
These exciting tours are available the day of, but can be booked in advance by going to thewilds.org. Some tours are limited so booking early is recommended.
EXPERIENCES
There is more to do at the Wilds other than the tours. Guests can enjoy horseback riding, zip-lining and fishing. These experiences will also be available as well. Pre-registration on-line is also recommended at thewilds.org
ENTERTAINMENT
The hills will come alive with our entertainment line up:
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Timberline Band
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Up to Know Good
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Dirty Mule
The Crystal City Chorus, Hound Dog Duo and Mark Snyder will also be there for your listening pleasure.
DORA THE EXPLORER
One of the most famous explorers will be on hand to meet and greet everyone. Be sure to bring your cameras to capture the moment.
ANIMALS
Other than the typical animals you see on your tours, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium will be on hand with some of their animal friends to join in the fun.
Presentation Times: 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m.
PUPPET SHOWS
The staff from the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s Education Department will be on hand to present a kid-friendly animal puppet show that will entertain and educate the little ones.
Show Times: 10:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
* meet the show puppets and learn a few more fun facts before and after each show
KIDZ ZONE
Make something, learn something and most of all have fun! at these four stations that are presented by the Education Department at the Wilds.
- Ohio’s Golden Resource – CORN
- Ohio’s Orange Resource – PUMPKINS
- Wildlife in Ohio
- Nature All Around Us
GAMES / ATTRACTIONS
Try your hand at some games of skill or just plain good ol’ fashioned luck with the Pepsi Bottle Ring Toss, the Wild Mini Miniature Golf Course, Corn hole and more. Guests can also take a stroll through this kid-friendly hay maze. All these and more will add to the fall fun at WILDZFEST.
MARKETPLACE
Local vendors will also be on hand to assist you with your browsing, shopping, eating and drinking experience during the fall fest with some specialty items.
So whether you have already been to the Wilds or you have never been…. this event is a good reason to visit the Wilds. We hope to see you there!
