Feed the Bears - Wildwood Wildlife Park - Minocqua, WI
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N 45° 53.117 W 089° 44.490
16T E 287283 N 5084956
The Wildwood Wildlife Park is located in the town of Minocqua, in northwestern Wisconsin.
Waymark Code: WMMM22
Location: Wisconsin, United States
Date Posted: 10/06/2014
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member T0SHEA
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The following information is from the Wildwood website:

"An Unforgettable Adventure
Visit the SECOND LARGEST ZOO IN WISCONSIN!
Wildwood Wildlife Park and Nature Center team mission is promoting
life-long learning by enriching minds, fostering environmental
respect, while helping prepare our visitors for our conservation
future. We strive to provide positive experiences that last a
lifetime with every visit no matter your age. Come see why
generations of families remember us when they visit Minocqua, WI
and make a few lasting memories of your own.
Wildwood is home to more than 1,000 animals including endangered
and threatened species. From the tiniest of insects to the largest
of mammals Wildwood Wildlife Park is proud to care for these great
creatures. Listed below are just some of the many animals you’ll
encounter during your visit to the zoo including: giraffe, deer,
mountain lion, tiger, emu, lemur, tortoise, zebra, marmoset,
tamarin, hyena, kangaroo, camel, bobcat, serval, sloth, binturong,
capybara, lynx, fox, badger, coatimundi, leopard, and many more
amazing creatures. WILDWOOD WILDLIFE PARK OFFERS AN UP
CLOSE AND PERSONAL EXPEREINCE where each year thousands
of guests marvel at wild wonders as they play, laugh, and learn."

The bears seem to enjoy the Juice and wait for the bottle to appear after hearing the vending machine dispense the bottles. Protective fencing prevents small children from being able to participate in the feeding but they can watch the bears enjoy the the treat.
Cost to feed the animals: Not listed

Types of Animals: In Captivity

Price of Admission (if any): Not listed

Location:
10094 State Hwy 70 West Minocqua, WI 54548


Operating Season and Hours:
DATES & HOURS: OPENING MAY 3RD WEATHER PERMITTING. CALL AHEAD. 2014 Season: May 3rd - October 12th, 2014 Budgie Encounter: Memorial Day - Labor Day May 3rd - May 25: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Daily May 26 - September 1: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Daily September 2 - October 12: 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Daily FREE PARKING TICKETS: Adults (ages 12 and up): $15.99 plus tax Children (ages 2-11): $9.99 plus tax Wild Week Second Day Pass 1/2 Price: Before leaving the park, purchase a second day pass for 1/2 price and return to the park within 7 days to enjoy another day.


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