Sponsor an Animal!

The New Canaan Nature Center houses nearly two dozen different species of animals, from ferrets and snakes to birds of prey.  These animals cannot be released into the wild for a variety of reasons and are used in teaching programs, such as:

• School groups learn about animal behavior from naturalist-led programs such as Meet the Animals and Birds of Prey
• The NCNC Preschool and Mommy, Me & Nature groups for toddlers and parents enjoy frequent visits from many of our animals
• Several of our Summer Camp Programs are designed to help children get to know the animal species better
• Older students participate in our Junior Animal Keepers training and go on the become Animal Care Volunteers

Sponsoring an animal helps cover the cost of medications, food and personal care, as well as proper housing and upkeep of the animal enclosures. Because each animal's needs are different, the cost of sponsorship varies.

Sponsorship starts at $75. In return for your contribution, YOU receive:

• A photograph of the animal
• A biography of the animal and information about the species
• A personal tour of the Animal Care building with the Director of Animal Care to meet your animal face-to-face.*

*Tour dates and times are subject to the availability of the Director.