Whether you’re looking to celebrate an early Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day or are single (and loving it) and looking for something fun to do…we’ve got you covered!
Activities include:
- A tour of our sanctuary and interactions with our charming residents.
- Charcuterie board samplings of delicious plant-based cheeses and meats.
- Vegan desserts to indulge your sweet tooth.
- A satisfying glass of fine wine.
- Exciting prizes!
What exactly is a sanctuary?
As a non-profit farm animal sanctuary, our priority is the physical and emotional well-being of the rescued animals who call Charlie’s Acres home. Our animal residents always have a choice as to whether or not they want to interact with visitors and will reside at the sanctuary for the rest of their lives. In contrast, the goal of a petting zoo is profit and entertainment, meaning that animals may be forced to be handled regardless of what they want and are often discarded when they are no longer profitable. By sharing the stories of our rescued residents, they are able to serve as animal ambassadors to help visitors learn more about the challenges animals like them face in our world and see these often misunderstood beings in a new light.
Charlie’s Acres is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit. All donations and registration costs are tax deductible.
What should I expect?
We are a working farm animal sanctuary, so please expect to do some walking, potentially get dirty, and be exposed to the natural weather elements (rain, heat, wind). Also expect to meet some amazing farm animals and hear their incredible stories. Tours last between 75 and 90 minutes and involve about 1/2 mile of walking. If you need added assistance to get around the property please let us know in the section below.
What should I wear?
If you would like to go into the animal pastures, please wear closed toe shoes. Boots are preferable, but any closed toe shoe will do. If you are wearing clothing that we do not think is safe to be with the animals, we may ask you to wait outside the pastures.
What should I bring?
Please bring a water bottle. We have filtered water on site, so you can refill it as needed. We have limited shade and coverings, so an umbrella and/or hat could be useful as well. Please do NOT bring any food or really yummy smelling items on your body or in your purse during the tour as our animals love to eat! Feel free to bring your camera and take pictures. Tag us on Facebook and Instagram!
PLEASE NOTE that companion animals are not permitted on our property and we advise that they be left at home or in the care of others off-site. This also includes not leaving animals in cars in the parking lot, which is a violation of California Penal Code Section 597.7 PC.
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Charlie's Acres Farm Animal Sanctuary
3201 Napa Rd
- Sonoma