Wild in the Country Returns to San Diego
Lions Tigers & Bears Annual Fundraiser
Lions Tigers & Bears is dedicated to to providing a safe haven to abused and abandoned exotic animals.
Lions Tigers & Bears, San Diego’s only accredited big cat and exotic animal rescue, announced today the date for their annual springtime fundraiser. This year’s theme is Rock ‘n’ Roar! And takes place from 3 to 7 p.m., Saturday, May 19 at 24402 Martin Way in Alpine, CA. A VIP reception takes place from 2 to 3 p.m.
Located just outside Alpine, California on the edge of the Cleveland National Forest, the sanctuary is home to over 75 animals, 19 species in total, including African lions, Bengal tigers, American black bears, Himalayan black bears, grizzly bears, mountain lions, leopards, an African serval, bobcats and dozens of rescued ranch animals.
Guests will enjoy al fresco dining in an idyllic country setting, plus live entertainment and the chance to win once-in-a-lifetime auction item experiences, all while in the company of the sanctuary’s animals.
Tickets may be purchased online, or call (619) 659-8078 ext 2. VIP tickets are sold through May 11, and include an exclusive reception hour and premier seating. General Admission tickets increase to $145 starting May 12.
Proceeds from Wild in the Country are a major source of funding to support the daily needs of the animals that live at Lions Tigers & Bears, a federally and state licensed 501(c)(3) nonprofit rescue facility dedicated to providing a safe haven to abused and abandoned exotic animals while inspiring an educational forum to end the exotic animal trade.
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