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Wildlife Science Center
📍 22830 Sunrise Rd NE, Stacy, MN 55079🌐 www.wildlifesciencecenter.org
🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–12 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 11 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Wildlife Science Center
Wildlife Science Center is a zoo in Stacy, MN. The Wildlife Science Center specializes in rescued animals that would otherwise have limited chances of survival, functioning as both an educational facility and an animal rescue operation. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 136 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Nature Center
- Location
- Stacy, MN
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- Rescued wolves, big cats, black bears, Minnesota wildlife
- Experience
- Guided tours with expert staff on animal behavior
💡 Did You Know?
- The Wildlife Science Center specializes in rescued animals that would otherwise have limited chances of survival, functioning as both an educational facility and an animal rescue operation
- Guide-led tours at the center include staff explanation of ethology (animal behavior), providing educational content beyond typical animal observation
- The facility maintains primary exhibits of wolves, big cats, black bears, and other Minnesota wild animals, with wolves noted as 'the stars of the place'
- The center maintains a high visitor satisfaction rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 136 reviews, with particular praise for its family-friendly experience across all age ranges
💬 What Visitors Say
- Bring all generations together - the center is truly all-ages friendly. Reviews confirm toddlers (20 months) through seniors (60+) all enjoy the experience, making it an excellent multi-generational destination.
- Plan to attend a guided tour led by the staff. Reviewers specifically praised how guides explain animal ethology and behavior in accessible but sophisticated ways, significantly enhancing the educational value beyond self-guided viewing.
- Check the website for summer events before visiting. Multiple reviewers mentioned these special events and indicated they plan return visits specifically to catch them, suggesting they're a highlight not to miss.
- Come prepared to donate to support the animal rescue mission. Reviewers emphasized the center's role rescuing animals and noted donations directly support this worthy cause, making it a meaningful way to extend your visit's impact.
- Start with the wolves as your main exhibit - they're identified as 'the stars of the place' with big cats, black bears, and other Minnesota wildlife as complementary experiences around them.
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