Thistle Hill Farm Petting Zoo & Pony Rides.

09/07/2024

Our on-farm zoo is closed today and tomorrow, BUT you can find our mobile petting zoo here today Sept 7 from 11 to 5.

08/30/2024

07/30/2024

This is a great event with the old car races and of course our Petting Zoo. Open from 11:00 to 2:00 on Aug 31.

07/13/2024

Speckles and Huff and Puff are such nice friends

07/10/2024

Charlotte loves her pool in the heat.

06/27/2024

Some pics from our mobile zoo.

06/23/2024

Come visit the farm animals at Thistle Hill Farm Petting Zoo & Pony Rides. Remaining open dates in JULY 25, 26, 27, 28 from 10 to 4:30 for walk-in visitors (weather dependent - phone farm if rain is forecast to confirm). $18/person ages 3 and up. Under age 3 free. All inclusive. Pay by CASH or etransfer at the farm. Feel free to bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages as we don’t sell food on the farm.

06/11/2024

On-farm zoo OPEN on Father’s Day June 16, 23, 29 & 30 from 10:00 to 4:30 for drop-in visitors (weather permitting).

05/31/2024

Next open days for On-Farm drop-in visits with the animals & pony rides is June 2, 7, 9 from 10:00 to 4:30 (weather permitting)

05/18/2024

Nugget waiting for more kiddos to come ride him. He is so patient! Guess I loosened his cinch a little too much. 😳

03/18/2024

Malcolm our on farm petting zoo worker is a duck whisperer

01/18/2024

Did you miss us! Come to the Edmonton Expo Centre Mom, Pop & Tots show Jan 20, 10-5 and 21, 11-5 and pet, hug and brush us ❤️
-Zoo free with admission;
-Pony rides cash fee for rides.

10/30/2023

Dragon says “Help I’ve fallen and I can’t get up”

10/25/2023

Gatsby is feeling better after his dental work and tooth extraction 🦷

10/16/2023

Ernie Emu loves me. He’s such a good bird.

09/26/2023

I wonder if they lay eggs too 🤪

09/18/2023

Don’t be a litterbug! This is an important lesson to teach children.

If you look around your community, there's a good chance you'll see litter scattered all around. this week we are discussing how litter has a massive impact on the local wildlife.

Here at WILDNorth, we frequently encounter animals with their heads stuck in jars, lids trapped around their necks, and plastic entangled around their legs, among other situations. Wildlife sometimes swallows fishing lines or other types of litter. As you can imagine, even after we remove the litter from the animal, it often leaves behind serious injuries.

When we do spot an animal entangled in litter, capturing them is frequently difficult or even impossible because they don't realize we're trying to help. We always do our best to attempt to rescue any wildlife, but if they are still mobile, they unfortunately often manage to escape.

Another situation where wildlife may be harmed by litter is during bird nesting. While searching for suitable materials like grass and twigs, birds often come across pieces of litter and incorporate them into their nests. Sometimes, these materials include plastic that can become wrapped around or consumed by hatchlings. Other times, they might use sharp objects like screws, which can be very harmful to the baby birds.

Now that we understand how litter can cause harm to wildlife, let's discuss how to prevent this from happening. Of course, we urge everyone reading this not to litter. Beyond that, you can make a small but significant difference in your neighborhood by picking up litter when you come across it and disposing of it properly. It's also important to ensure that your garbage bins are securely closed and that you don't leave garbage bags in your driveway or back alley. Some animals may smell food remnants and tear open the bags, inadvertently creating a mess of garbage that could entangle local wildlife. Even these small, individual actions can play a significant role in helping the wild animals in your area!

*Another amazing post written by Jordan, our summer Wildlife Education Intern*

09/09/2023

On-Farm Petting Zoo & Pony Ride visits: LAST OPEN WEEKEND in 2023 Oct 7, 8, 9 from 11:00 to 4:00 (weather dependent). Last admissions at 3:00 to allow time to experience the highlights before 4:00 closing. After that, we are CLOSED for the winter until we reopen in the spring of 2024 (mid-May).

Please phone the farm to confirm if we are still open if weather forecast for Edmonton/Camrose is for RAIN or bad weather.

Walk-ins welcome on our open dates. $18/person ages 3+ by cash or etransfer at the farm. All inclusive - includes pony rides for children < 100 lbs, many hands-on animal interactions and feeding, and a tractor-pulled wagon ride.

You are welcome to bring your own snacks and non- alcoholic beverages as we do not sell food and beverages on the farm.

07/10/2023

We have added an additional open day this week. We are now OPEN Tues Aug 29 + OPEN Sun & Labour Day Mon Sept 3, 4 from 10:00 to 4:00 (last admissions at 3:00 to allow time to experience the highlights before 4:00 closing). CLOSED other dates in between the open dates.

Please phone the farm to confirm if we are still open if weather forecast for Edmonton/Camrose is for RAIN.

Walk-ins welcome on our open dates. $18/person ages 3+ by cash or etransfer at the farm. All inclusive - includes pony rides for children < 100 lbs.
You are welcome to bring your own snacks and non- alcoholic beverages as we do not sell food and beverages on the farm.

07/04/2023

OPEN NEXT: Thurs/Fri July 6 & 7 and Sunday July 9 10:00-4:00. CLOSED on Saturday. Walk-ins welcome. $18/person ages 3+ by cash or etransfer at the farm. All inclusive - includes pony rides for children < 100 lbs.
NOTE: we may have to close the farm due to bad weather (heavy rain, lightening, windstorm). Please contact the farm before your visit to verify if the on-farm zoo is still open 👩‍🌾🧑‍🌾

06/18/2023

OPEN NEXT: Thursday June 29 & Monday July 3 10:00-4:00. CLOSED On Fri, Sat & Sun $18/person ages 3+ by cash or etransfer at the farm.
NOTE: we may have to close the farm due to bad weather (heavy rain, lightening, windstorm). Please contact the farm before your visit to verify if the on-farm zoo is open 👩‍🌾🧑‍🌾

06/12/2023

OPEN this week Thurs, Fri, & Fathers Day Sunday 10:00-4:00. CLOSED On Sat. $18/person ages 3+ by cash or etransfer at the farm.
UPDATE: we have had to close the farm on Sunday due to rain and lightening. Sorry for any inconvenience 👩‍🌾🧑‍🌾

06/11/2023

We’ve got pigs … small, medium, and large ones

06/07/2023

Nubian brothers Nelson & Noel chewing cud. Did you know that goats & sheep chew cud like cows?

06/04/2023

See our newest TINY BABY GOAT! Open this week on Fri, Sat & Sunday June 9, 10 & 11 10:00 to 4:00. Admission $18/person ages 3+ by cash or etransfer at the farm. Walk-ins welcome up to 1 hr before closing time.