Membership

We invite you to join us in membership today to help us achieve our mission to advance conservation through science, education, and personal experience.

Play your part in the Wilds story. Join the Wilds today!

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM

The action...

The Wilds is working every day to provide support and research for international conservation programs. Our results indicate there is good reason for hope. Through experiential education and scientific study, we can truly put your dollars to work in a way that will leave this world a better place for generations to come.

The experience...

Spend the day on Safari, create memories at a secluded getaway with family and friends, or discover the beauty of a golden eagle overhead. Enjoy this world of wildlife and wild places -- butterflies floating through prairies in bloom, biking, hiking, birding, and fly-fishing -- the experiences available only to those who belong. Be part of the Wilds in every season of the year.

The difference...

What our visitors discover can change their lives. What our scientists discover can change the world. Help make a difference by playing your part in the Wilds story. Please join us today.

The benefits of belonging...

Receive the WildsSide newsletter, keeping you informed about conservation issues, projects, and program throughout the year.

Enjoy free Safari Transport Pass tours for one year.

Receive discounts on premium safari experiences (Open-Air Safaris, Sunset Safaris, WildeCamps, and more.)

Enjoy exclusive rental privileges for the Lodge at the Wilds, and member benefits for Nomad Ridge at the Wilds.

Get discounts at the Wilds Gift Market and Overlook Cafe.

Get free or discounted admission to more than 120 zoos and aquariums.

The Wilds Memberships...

Individual Membership - $50
Admits one named adult.

Individual Plus One Membership - $75
Admits one named adult and one unnamed guest.

Family Membership - $100
Admits up to two primary named adults in the same household plus either dependent children OR grandchildren up to age 21 (not both).

Family Plus Membership - $125
Admits up to two primary named adults in the same household plus either dependent children OR grandchildren up to age 21 (not both). This membership also includes up to two named or unnamed guests.

Add the Columbus Zoo to a Wilds Membership - $75
Same category, excluding donor level memberships

Donor Memberships...

Choose one of the following donation levels to help further support the conservation efforts at the Wilds. As a Donor Member, you will receive a complimentary Family Membership package.

Advocate - $150

Family Membership
Receive the WildsSide newsletter
Two Complimentary Safari Transport Passes
Discounts at the Wilds Gift Market and Overlook Café
Discount on premium safari experiences
Discount on WildeCamp and other activities
Discount at Nomad Ridge
Rental privileges at The Lodge

Guardian - $250
All of the Advocate level benefits, plus:

2 tickets to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Conservator - $500
All of the Guardian level benefits, plus:

2 additional Wilds day passes (4 total)
Invitation to VIP events at the Wilds

Wilds Society Bronze - $1000
All of the Conservator level benefits, plus:

Membership to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium (replaces Zoo passes listed above)
2 Open Air Safari Passes
Quarterly E-Newsletter
Invitations to VIP events at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Wilds Society Silver - $2500
All of the Conservator level benefits, plus:

Membership to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium (replaces Zoo passes listed above)
2 additional Open Air Safari Passes (4 total)
Quarterly E-Newsletter
Invitations to VIP events at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
A behind the scenes of an animal area at the Wilds

Wilds Society Gold - $5000
All of the Conservator level benefits, plus:

Membership to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium (replaces Zoo passes listed above)
2 additional Open Air Safari Passes (4 total)
Quarterly E-Newsletter
Invitations to VIP events at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Private dinner with the Wilds Executive Director
Private tour of the Wilds for 4 guests

Wilds Society Platinum - $10,000
All of the Conservator level benefits, plus:

Membership to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium (replaces Zoo passes listed above)
2 additional Open Air Safari Passes (4 total)
Quarterly E-Newsletter
Invitations to VIP events at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Private dinner with the Wilds Executive Director
Overnight stay for two at Nomad Ridge at the Wilds including dinner, breakfast and a private tour with the Executive Director

Please join us today...

Play your part in the Wilds story. Join the Wilds today!

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM

Membership policies...

Membership benefits, including free or discounted Safari tours, apply only to the named adult/s on the membership card, along with one guest with an Individual Member, or the noted number of children or grandchildren on a Family Membership. Adults will be asked to present a photo ID along with their membership card on each visit.

Memberships are tax-deductible. Please contact your tax advisor with specific questions.

Membership correspondence is bulk mail, and is not forwarded by the US Postal Service. Please notify the membership department of an address change immediately.

Renewal notices are sent to members 90, 60, and 30 days prior to the expiration date. Members may renew their membership at any time.

Memberships can take up to three weeks to process.

Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable. Once issued, the names on the membership will not be changed.

Membership pricing is effective April 1, 2010, and subject to change.