British Columbia Wildlife Park, Wildlife conservation park in Kamloops, Canada
The British Columbia Wildlife Park is a conservation facility spread across rolling terrain in Kamloops with enclosures housing regional wildlife. Paths wind through the grounds, allowing visitors to move at their own pace and observe animals in settings designed to reflect their natural homes.
The site began in 1966 when a brewery donated land and community members stepped in to build it. The creation reflected a desire to bring regional wildlife closer to the public.
The animals and facilities focus on species that people in the region recognize and care about from their own surroundings. Educational programs help visitors understand why these particular creatures matter to the local landscape.
The grounds are walkable on foot and situated in an easy-to-reach location in Kamloops. Wear comfortable shoes since paths cross rolling terrain and conditions change with the seasons.
The facility cares for more than 600 injured and orphaned wild animals each year, making it a crucial refuge for animals in distress. This behind-the-scenes work is why some animals stay here even when they could not survive completely on their own in the wild.
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