Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary—An Incredible New Mexico Treasure
If you’re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience to learn about wolves, wolfdogs, and other wild canids, a trip to Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary is just what you need!
I’ve volunteered for animal rescues for over two decades, working mostly with dogs and cats. When I had the opportunity to meet this passionate, small-but-mighty crew working hard to support wolves and other canids, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity.
It is a truly magical place and an incredible experience that you can have, too.
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to run your fingers through a wolf’s fur and get gentle kisses? That’s the kind of amazing experience you could have at one of their educational encounters.
Having a unique experience like this is beyond any expectations you may have. If you have a chance to visit Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary, don’t miss out. And keep in mind there are so many ways to help until you can make the trip.
Note: Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary hosted me for an afternoon in exchange for writing a post. All observations noted are my honest thoughts and opinions based on my experience. I am a sponsorship donor and encourage you to consider the same if you’re able. I was not compensated for this post.
Visit Information: Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary
If you’re already sold that you MUST see this incredible place in person, here are all of the details you need. I see you, my people! My friend and I drove up from Phoenix—more on that later.
Read on for ways you can help and detailed information about the sanctuary and the canid residents. Click on the tour options and volunteering links below to jump to that section for more information.
- Location: 378 Candy Kitchen Road, Ramah, NM 87321.
- Website: https://wildspiritwolfsanctuary.org/
- Email: [email protected]
- The gift shop is open from Thursday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Hours: (For the gift shop and most tours) Thursday to Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Tour options: self-guided, guided, and specialty tours are available.
- Volunteering: Volunteer for an afternoon, weekend, or longer! Or consider a three-month internship.
- There are 75 rescues at the sanctuary. Most are wolves and wolfdogs, and there are two foxes, four coyotes, and two New Guinea singing dogs as of this writing.
How You Can Help
You can help support the rescues at Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary in many ways. Below is a list with links that provide more information below. [Insert jump link to section below]
- Visit the sanctuary on a tour or for an event.
- Volunteer at the sanctuary for hours, days, or more. You can even intern there to learn more about working at a sanctuary with exotic animals.
- Donate—Sponsorships help cover the cost of care, food, enrichment, and more! There are other ways to donate as well.
- Tell your friends. I can’t overstate the importance of sharing your passion to support rescue efforts! This is how I got involved. Just imagine if we each tell one person…
Latest News—Opportunity to Save a Sanctuary!
Wild Spirit is working to rescue a wolf sanctuary in Colorado with 25 wolfdogs in its care. The founder died, and instead of closing the shelter, Wild Spirit wants to keep her legacy alive by keeping it going. This will help save the lives of the 25 wolfdogs currently there, as well as others, for years to come.
It’s going to take a village to support this initiative. If you’re inclined to help, here is the link to do so. Otherwise, please share. The link brings up a page where you can learn more about the plan to save this sanctuary.
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If you’re up for driving to the sanctuary for a visit, the residents are an incredible incentive to make the trek. The cool staff that’s passionate about them is an added bonus!
I’ll admit that I fell in love at least a dozen times. No, maybe 20. How many did I meet? That’s probably the right number.
It didn’t matter if I got my hands on the animals or not. Just learning about their stories and personalities was all it took for me to be wowed by the amazing work the staff does and the great love they have for the animals in their care.
All of the residents that we saw had such character. Whether they showed it to us or our amazing guide shared it with us, it was such an amazing adventure getting to know them a bit!
Paul was our guide, and he had a funny anecdote and a story for each of the animals we saw. He knew their background, where they came from, their personality, and some of their quirky behaviors. Go on a similar VIP tour here.
While I’d love to gush about all of the amazing animals we had the pleasure of seeing, here are some that stood out on our visit. You can check out the website for more details or, better yet—meet them in person! You can read their rescue story, see their DNA test showing their wolf content, and learn more about them online.
Our guide, Paul, getting a smooch from Beans
Leia & Draco
The kissing contest and friendliest wolfdog that we met award goes to Leia (53.8% wolf). We were able to have an encounter with her, where we went into her enclosure to meet her. Though her friend held back, she came right over confidently.
She nuzzled us, gave us kisses all over our arms and faces, and was super affectionate. I was able to run my fingers through her fur and pet her with no concerns at all. What a special gift she gave us, and we were so grateful for this magical encounter.
Draco stayed back from us but kept a close eye on Leia. When she returned to him, he nuzzled her and checked her out to make sure she was ok. It was so sweet!
Read more about Leia here.
Enya
Paul described Enya as his “spicy little meatball” and admitted that she was one of his favorites. She lives in the enclosure next to Leia and is quite a character!
She was not pleased we were next door and let us know it. As we were loving on Leia, she spent the time posturing, pacing, and huffing. It was hilarious!
Enya has a bit of a ‘tude with other wolves and enjoys her solo enclosure. Read more about her here.
The wonderfully spicy Enya, photo credit: Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary
Mowgli and Agana
Though we didn’t get to go in with Mowgli (95%+ wolf) and Agana (high-content wolf) and, honestly, saw very little of them, these two made a mark. That’s because Agana, at 15, is the grand dame at the sanctuary. Paul’s nickname for her is “karma incarnate.” She’s also the one called to school the big bratty boys!
Her last partner was over 100 lbs. She was able to grab him by the nape of the neck, put him down on his side, and put her paw on his head to get him to submit. Impressive!
She’s now with Mowgli, the resident “naughty boy,” and is working to school him. Learn more about Mowgli and Agana here.
Agana and Mowgli, photo credit: Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary
Zeppelin
Who doesn’t love a rebel? We knew we were going to be hooked as this guy kept his eyes on us as soon as we were in the area and never strayed from us. He’s a gorgeous black wolf with a distinguished silver muzzle. We felt his eyes on him when we were watching Agana and Mowgli.
He didn’t come close to us through the fence, though he seemed interested in watching our every movement. He’s 95+% wolf and was owned at one time. He can be very territorial and only allows certain humans in his enclosure. Paul shared that he’s very expressive and tells people exactly what he’s thinking if you know what to pay attention to.
This gorgeous guy is a loner and happier in his solo enclosure.
Learn more about Zeppelin here.
Amren & Lobo
Wild Spirit is celebrating a new romance between Amren and Lobo. They seem quite taken with each other, and since both are used to living with another, their coupling is a wonderful thing for both.
Amren is a 61.2% mid-content wolf female who had a lot of medical issues when she first came to the sanctuary. She’s now doing great, and she’s social but shy. She is nervous with staff due to all the care she required when she first came in, but she’s very interested in people.
We were so thrilled to have an educational encounter with Amren. This sweet girl was so interested in us, though took her time coming closer. After a bit, she made her way behind my friend, who got some gentle kisses.
She came up behind me after that, but didn’t feel comfortable to come closer than a few feet away. Even so, the interaction was special, and we appreciated her bravery. It was an honor.
We had a soft spot for Lobo (78.4% mid-content wolf), as not only was he rescued in Phoenix, Arizona, where we live, but a friend who does dog rescue and rehabilitation helped to trap him and get him to Wild Spirit!
Lobo was found wandering around a farm on the outskirts of Phoenix, AZ. He was good with her animals (farm animals, dogs, and cats), so she started leaving food out for him. Eventually, he was trapped and brought to Wild Spirit.
Many of the wolves at the sanctuary came from private homes or breeders. A few were found loose or ended up in a shelter at risk. Lobo was one of the dogs that was found loose.
Learn more about Lobo and Amren here.
Amren making her way to me and Lobo
Kiara and Kovu
Kovu is 95+% wolf and Kiara is a mid-content, 58.6% wolf. Kiara is affectionate and was the first wolfdog we were able to go in to visit in the sub-enclosure area. We got to pet her after we were warned that we could not touch her paws or she’d bite.
She came over to us instantly, rubbing all over us and soliciting petting. It was such an amazing experience! Then I saw her sit and wiggle her butt just so—and like the partial dog in her, I realized exactly what she was going to do! She was going to jump up and put paws on me.
I stepped back and told Paul, as I didn’t want to risk touching her paws. Paul took over petting her, calling her a “chunky sausage!” They came in together as Kovu needed rescue, and they were bonded.
Learn more about Kiara and Kovu here.
Antoine and Thistle
The first two wolves we met were Antoine and Thistle. Antoine (59.5% mid-content), the male, came right over to the fence to say hello. He was once a pet, and when his owners separated, he was boarded and later abandoned.
After a year, he was adopted by a new owner who contacted Wild Spirit a few months later due to issues with “unpredictability and aggression.” His life changed for the better when Wild Spirit rescued him and he’s never exhibited the undesirable behaviors there.
He is paired with Thistle, a female who was a sled dog from Alaska. She’s low low-content wolf, around 37.1%, but is a bit standoffish. Paul said she would sit on a rock like a queen with crossed paws and watch people.
Learn more about Antoine and Thistle here.
Thistle
Loki
Next to Antoine and Thistle is Loki, the new guy. He had only arrived at the shelter two weeks earlier and was still settling in. It often takes up to a year to habituate to the new living situation at the sanctuary.
Next, Loki came over to look at us but quickly went back to lying down. Paul shared that he’s pretty lonely, so he may be introduced to a friend soon. Loki is 95+% wolf. He’s not yet on their website, but look out for him! I think he’s going to be a special boy once he settles in.
Beans and Aragorn
Beans is a sweet and affectionate black mid-content female, at around 83.5% wolf. Aragorn is a shy 95+% wolf.
Dahlia was the first wolfdog we were able to pet through the fence. She kept coming over to us, rubbing on the fence, begging for affection.
She is marked yellow on the gate, and we had to be cautious as she gets excited and gives little toothy bites occasionally. Her owner also trained her to jump on her back to give her a piggy-back ride. It was adorable when she was a puppy, but at 70 lbs, it’s a bit much! So, we stayed outside the gate.
Aragorn came nowhere near us while Dahia was getting petted and kept his eyes on us. Later, as soon as we turned to leave and Dahlia was done, he came right over to us, but not for petting.
Learn more about Aragorn here.
Beans and Aragorn
Katniss and Sarkhan
Sarkhan came right to the fence, but he’s a red-level wolf, so we didn’t try to pet him. He’s 95% wolf and has no fear of humans, which can be dangerous.
Also, Paul said he plays a game of “Can I trick you into petting me so I can turn and snap at you?” He was hard to resist, though.
Katniss is less social. They came together to the sanctuary from Alabama. She didn’t need rescuing, but they were bonded and kept together.
Learn more about Katniss and Sarkhan.
Photo credit: Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary
Zayne
When we walked up to Zayne’s enclosure, he was playing with a big toy, like a thick rubber ball. He seemed like one of the most dog-like wolves we saw, and he’s low content, around 28% wolf. He came from a local city shelter, as he was found wandering. They contacted Wild Spirit as they suspected he was part wolf.
He has been tough to pair over the last two years as he gets so excited to meet a new companion that he starts screaming in her face! Zayne also has a medical condition that can cause pain, so it’s safest to keep him alone.
Learn more about Zayne here.
Jasa
Jasa the coyote recently lost his life-long companion. At 15, he seemed lonely so they tried to pair him, and he had food issues with the others.
There are two other coyotes living together, Yuni and Maine. Yuni demonstrated her amazing blending skills, nearly impossible to see at first in the tall grass in her enclosure. She remained where she saw us and kept a close eye on us! She’s usually very vocal but didn’t have anything to say when we visited.
Learn more about Jasa here.
Lincoln, Octavia, Dorian
This was the only group of three we got to see. Lincoln and Octavia are 3 years old, and Dorian is a year-and-a-half. Visiting this group was hilarious!
Lincoln, “the stinker,” is rambunctious and playful. Octavia has perfected the reverse dolphin dive. Dorian, or “Dodo Dorian,” is a rather simple little fellow. He was found running free with a group of wolfdogs that were captive. He could have run away had he realized!
They were a lot of fun to watch through the fence, each showing their personalities.
Learn more about Lincoln, Octavia, and Dorian.
Bowie and Reba
What better names could you come up with for New Guinea singing dogs? Though they didn’t sing for us, they were shy but affectionate and came right over to greet us.
We were also able to enjoy an encounter with them and went into their enclosure for some quality time. They are really cute and small, weighing 20-25 lbs. We learned that this breed is nearly extinct, with dwindling numbers in Papua New Guinea. This pair was rescued from a breeder in the U.S.
We got gentle kisses from this adorably sweet duo. There is something about their demeanor and sparkly silver faces that won my heart. In fact, Bowie caught my eye while I was lurking on the website before visiting! I was so glad to get to meet him.
Learn more about Bowie and Reba here.
Other Wolves
We got to see quite a few other wolves as well. Fenris, the hissing wolf, and his bestie and younger sister, Freya. He’s very friendly with people he knows, but when we approached, he let out quite a few impressive hisses!
Zephyr and Iroh, who are Dorian’s siblings, live with Sitka. Denahi, the resident old guy, lives with Aleu. Irwin, the “funny enigma,” according to Paul, has an inner battle over laziness and an interest in food.
Obi has a fear of trees. When his food is tossed near a tree, the caregiver has to go in and rescue it for Obi to eat! His owner was deployed and the family wasn’t able to keep him. He still sends Obi things; isn’t that sweet? His girlfriend, Kaya, is sassy.
The gorgeous and friendly Balto lives with the aloof Artemis. Artemis’ breeder sent her to Wild Spirit to be an ambassador for her species. However, when given the choice, she showed that she’d rather have her space from humans and that is respected at the sanctuary. Balto has an aversion to men, which makes his care a little more challenging.
There are so many stories about their histories and personalities that we loved hearing about! We were so excited to visit, and learning about the wolves, getting to know some of them, and seeing the passion the staff has for their care made for a truly magical day!
The Wild Spirit Mission and Philosophy
Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary is “a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing displaced, unwanted, and non-releasable captive-bred wolves, wolfdogs, and other wild canid species.”
They rescue animals from around the country, providing safety and life-long care, including animal companionship (when possible), nutrition, medical support, and enrichment.
Wild Spirit staff not only care for their rescues, but they also do extensive work with rescue groups and other wolf and wolfdog sanctuaries. They participate in the Big Bad Rescue Network, which offers training and seminars and teaches consent-based training.
This includes networking, supporting, and partnering with other sanctuaries when possible, and providing education to sanctuaries, rescues, and the general public about animals in their care, in the wild, and in captivity.
Wild Spirit is the largest canid-specific sanctuary in North America and the most diverse. They get between 300 and 500 intake requests annually. While they don’t rely on animals being social to welcome them, they can only accept animals they have room for.
Training and Animal Care
The enclosures at Wild Spirit are designed with their residents in mind. Those on the tour path are larger, so the wolves can get further away from visitors if they want. Tours are designed to help people learn about and better understand and respect the animals.
Training used at the sanctuary is called LIMA—least intrusive, minimally aversive. They do work with the wolves who accept it to do things like walk on a leash, as it’s helpful for training and safety purposes. It also provides them the ability to socialize with other wolves.
All of the animals in their care are fixed, and they are paired when possible.
What I love about this sanctuary is that it’s not just about minimal care for their rescues. They provide for their needs with food, vetting, and safe enclosures. The staff also works on socializing, enrichment, and other means to help them not only live but thrive.
How You Can Help
There are many ways you can help to support Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary’s work, including their rescues at the sanctuary and their educational and networking efforts.
1. Visit Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary
You have options to visit the sanctuary. Tours are offered Thursday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Special events run throughout the year, and you can find more information on the website’s events page.
Additionally, check out the gift shop! From clothing and hats to mugs and glassware, stuffed animals and metal art to carvings and photos. You’ll find the perfect gift at this well-stocked shop.
And for an added bonus, they have many of the products on their website! Check it out.
Standard Tours
The Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary offers self-guided and guided tours throughout most of the year.
Let your guide know if you’re interested in an Encounter at the start of your tour. During an encounter, you’ll get to meet one or more of the social animals living at the sanctuary. They help the animals have new experiences and build trust with humans.
Self-Guided Tours
Self-guided tours provide the opportunity to visit the sanctuary at your own pace. You’ll get to see wolves, wolfdogs, foxes, a coyote, and New Guinea singing dogs in the lower compound of the sanctuary. There are educational signs posted so you can learn as you visit.
You have access to a picnic area and an education building featuring hands-on and interactive learning opportunities. If you have time before or after your guided tour, feel free to take a self-guided tour.
Self-guided tours are offered from March 1 to December 31, Thursday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (when the shop is open). The cost is $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under, seniors, and military veterans. Children 2 and under are free.
Guided Tours
An Animal Caretaker will introduce you to the sanctuary and the animal residents on guided tours. If you want to learn more about the sanctuary, wolves in America, and the impact of misrepresentation, this tour is for you.
The caretaker will share their experiences at the shelter and with the wolves. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions.
Guided tours are offered twice daily by one of the Animal Caretakers at 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. They last for approximately an hour. The cost is $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under, seniors, and military veterans. Children 2 and under are free.
Specialty Tours
If you’re looking for something extra, check out the specialty tours. These include the VIP tour, feeding, enrichment, twilight, photography tours, and keeper for a day. These tours require at least 48 hours’ notice for a reservation.
- Keeper for a Day—Designed for those interested in a career in the field of animal care or those who want to learn more about how the sanctuary cares for its rescues.
- VIP tour—Private tour to view all of the species living at the sanctuary, including details on their histories. You’ll get exclusive photo and video access and learn about the care they receive.
- Photography tours—Provide incredible opportunities to capture incredible images and videos of a variety of rescues.
- Twilight tours—Evening tours where you can see the rescues at one of their most active times of day. You can even extend it to camp with the wolves in the campground next to the sanctuary.
- Feeding tours—Prepare food for the rescues and assist staff with feeding. Learn about proper nutrition, supplements, and how they hunt in the wild.
More details are available on the website. The terrain on the upper compound can be challenging, so people with mobility challenges may have difficulty.
Where to Stay
The sanctuary is very, very rural, so there are limited places to stay. The closest town is Ramah, NM, which is around 30 minutes away.
Campground
The closest spot for campers open to a rustic stay is the Wild Spirit campground. You’ll be right next door to the sanctuary and will get to fall asleep under the star-filled sky to the sound of the rescues’ song.
It’s currently very rustic and only has a port-a-potty. There’s also a small area for RVs (for dry camping.) The team is working to enhance the campground with facilities, and they have big plans to add yurts and opportunities for glamping.
There are standard and group campsites available, and all have a fire pit.
No reservations are required. Check in with the gift shop during open hours (Thurs – Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.) or reach out in advance. Standard sites are $15/night for up to five people, and group campsites are $35/night for 11 or more people.
Photo credit: Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary
Mountain Harmony Retreat
This unique B&B is around 25 minutes from the sanctuary, and it receives rave reviews. It features beautiful views of the high desert and offers an incredible breakfast.
Mountain Harmony Retreat is located at 3658 Ice Caves Rd, Ramah, New Mexico 87321, United States.
For Ramah, NM hotels, check on Tripadvisor.
2. Volunteer at the Sanctuary
If you’re looking to support the sanctuary by volunteering your time, there’s a spot for you! They offer a volunteer program for individuals, groups, and Scout troops to work for a few hours a weekend or longer.
When volunteering, you’ll work on a specific project to support the sanctuary. Some past projects include assistance with outreach events, landscaping, campground cleanup, and more.
Learn more about volunteering here.
If you’re 21 or older and want to gain useful experience for a career with animals, consider an internship. This will give you an amazing opportunity to learn what it’s like to work at the sanctuary.
They are usually offered for around three months, and interns get to see all of the behind-the-scenes work caring for rescues, including diet preparation and feeding, enclosure maintenance, assisting with medical needs, and more.
Learn more about the internship program here.
3. Donate to Wild Spirit
Wild Spirit Sanctuary doesn’t receive any government funding and mostly relies on public donations to support the sanctuary operations and care of their rescues. As you may imagine, quality care for their rescue isn’t cheap!
Just preventive care alone, including an annual vet visit, vaccines, and flea, tick, and heartworm prevention costs around $75,000 a year. This doesn’t include medical care for conditions, which typically increases as the animals get older. And it doesn’t include food, treats, and enrichment to keep them mentally stimulated.
There are costs to maintain the sanctuary, like repairs and improvements to enclosures, building new enclosures when needed to increase the number of animals they can care for, staff salaries, and more.
Wild Spirit gets no government funds, and they rely solely on the public.
The annual average costs range from $500,000 to $600,000 x to x a year. Wild Spirit Sanctuary offers many ways to donate, and any amount helps!
How to Donate
Here are some of their flexible options to help financially:
- Sponsor an animal through a sponsorship package—Sponsor an animal (or animals) of choice, provide a memorial for a rescue that has crossed over the rainbow bridge, and even offer a classroom sponsor to learn more!
- Support causes and campaigns—Every year, Wild Spirit engages in initiatives to benefit the animals at the sanctuary, provide education, and for other causes. One important one is to rescue a sanctuary in Colorado, as mentioned earlier, but there are others you can support as well!
- Legacy giving—Help to support the future of the sanctuary with a legacy gift in your will or trust.
- Meat donations—Locals can provide meat donations, or you can contribute to this significant need at the sanctuary. With over 70 rescues living there, meat is a big expense.
- Enrichment donations—The sanctuary provides the rescues with daily enrichment designed to excite their senses and prevent boredom. You can send care packages, ship items, or donate to this wonderful means to benefit the rescues. See this page for examples.
If You Can’t Donate, Get Friends and Family Involved
You can still help this amazing sanctuary, even if you don’t currently have the funds to donate. Tell your friends and family about them and share the website. Let them know how much you’d love to support them. Maybe they’d consider a donation for the holidays or for your birthday!
Create a fundraiser to support Wild Spirit Sanctuary. Run a bake sale, or your kids could set up a lemonade stand. There are so many creative ways to help if you have the time and passion!
If your friends are looking for a meaningful getaway, plan to visit!
History of Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary
The Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary has been in operation since 1991. It is one of the three oldest in North America. There are between 30 and 50 similar sanctuaries in the United States and Canada. The number varies, as many open but don’t work out in the first few years.
Originally called The Candy Kitchen Wolf and Wolfdog Rescue Ranch, it was founded by the late Jacque Evans, a local artist. A few years later, she partnered with Barbara Berge, who was rescuing wolfdogs in Albuquerque. Their partnership grew the small rescue to become a non-profit organization regulated by the USDA over the course of the next ten years.
In 2003, Leyton J. Cougar became the executive director, transforming the ranch into Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary. The sanctuary became known internationally for additionally caring for coyotes, New Guinea singing dogs, and red foxes.
He worked with Raven, a sanctuary rescue and ambassador, to educate the public. He and Crystal Castellanos ran the sanctuary, continually expanding care.
In 2020, Brittany McDonald accepted the role of Executive Director. She has built upon the foundation set before her to carve the path forward with the sanctuary. McDonald has rescued more animals in just a few years than in the prior decade.
She has built relationships with the local community and facilitated networks to aid in the relocation of wolfdogs, offering continued protection. Additionally, she continues to implement new practices to improve the quality of care at the sanctuary.
Is Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary Worth Visiting?
I’m sure when I say a resounding “YES!!” it won’t be a great surprise to my readers. Yes, the sanctuary is a bit off the beaten path, and a time investment to get there. If you have the opportunity to go, most certainly do it!
Most people probably visit from Albuquerque, NM, which is just over two hours from the sanctuary. If you’re coming from out of the area, it’s a good spot to fly into for a visit.
If you’re coming from Phoenix, AZ, as we did, consider a visit to Greer, AZ. It’s a two-and-a-half-hour drive to the sanctuary, and Greer is such a beautiful spot to stay!
You’re in the middle of the White Mountains, covered in pine trees. It’s around a four-hour drive from Phoenix, so make the most of it and stay for a few days to get out of the heat of the city.
We rented a cabin and explored Greer for a long weekend, then headed to Wild Spirit for a day trip. It was worth every minute, and we are even starting to discuss a return trip!
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to get to meet some wolves, wolfdogs, and other canids at this special sanctuary. You’ll learn more about them, responsible ownership, and what you can do to support rescue efforts.
In the meantime, head to their website and sign up for their newsletter. Trust me, before long you’ll be hooked and will want to know more! Meeting the wolves and wolfdogs is an experience you won’t forget.
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