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Visitor books evoke laughter, tears

Many many people have stayed overnight at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in our lodging facilities over the years, enjoying the night sounds of the big cats and extending their visit beyond a simple tour. Each room here has a guest book, in which visitors write where they’re from and what they thought of their visit. […]

February 26, 2015 View Article

No snow day for big cats, caretakers

For many people, a snow day means no school, no work – an involuntary holiday where all you can do is stay in by the fire and listen for the snow plow to go by. At Turpentine Creek Wildlife Preserve, however, a snow like the one that just hit over the weekend means exactly the […]

February 26, 2015 View Article

Meet the Locals Program

Tanya Smith, TCWR President, met with Meet the Locals to talk about the refuge on their program. Take a look at the short video… Here is the link if it is not showing up below.

February 26, 2015 View Article

No snow day for big cats, caretakers

For many people, a snow day means no school, no work – an involuntary holiday where all you can do is stay in by the fire and listen for the snow plow to go by. At Turpentine Creek Wildlife Preserve, however, a snow like the one that just hit over the weekend means exactly the […]

February 23, 2015 View Article

Old interns say goodbye, hello to new group

Last Wednesday night, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge held a party it holds twice a year, to say hello to a new crop of interns and goodbye to the group heading out the door. The new arrivals are full of curiosity and amazement. Their voices betray their excitement, their conversations buzz. They gather around the […]

February 18, 2015 View Article

Turpentine Creek Spring Break almost here

For Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, Spring Break is when things really kick off again for the year – the weather gets warmer and the big cats enjoy their time outside and the change of the seasons. Booking for lodging at TCWR during this time of year is always “get it while you can,” according to […]

February 5, 2015 View Article

Noted exotic animal expert, documentarians visit Turpentine Creek

Although only about 3,200 tigers still exist in the wild, between 5-7,000 exist in private homes, many in the United States. What happens when the unthinkable happens, and someone’s pet tiger escapes? A scared and dangerous 400 lb. cat isn’t anybody’s idea of a fun visitor at 2 a.m. or any other time. On […]

February 5, 2015 View Article

Cold weather brings challenges for big cat caretakers

Although caring for over 100 tigers, lions, bears and other exotic wildlife is a challenge any time of the year, winter weather creates many extra challenges. Whereas tigers grow a winter coat, as do cougars and other native species, African animals suffer from the cold if not protected by heated enclosures. “We’re fortunate to […]

February 5, 2015 View Article

Lions get new night house, coyote doubles floor space

On Tuesday, Turpentine Creek staff jumped in to help pour concrete for a new night house for Wyoming and Lucci, two of our male lions. Improving their night house – the area where the big cats go at night to sleep and where they eat – is just part of the construction and expansion going […]

February 5, 2015 View Article

Staff biologist to run Victorian Classic in tiger suit

On March 21, Turpentine Creek Staff Biologist Katie Anderson will participate in the 2015 Eureka Springs Victorian Classic 10K race. An experienced runner, Katie has participated in two full marathons, nine half marathons, and numerous other running events. But this time it’s different! Now in its 33rd year, the Victorian Classic is hosted by the […]

February 5, 2015 View Article