Celebrating Animals and Commmunities
Every birth, rescue, and conservation milestone reflects the expertise and care of our dedicated teams. In 2025, these moments strengthened our impact locally and globally, advancing conservation partnerships and helping build a stronger future for wildlife.
Your Visit to The Wilds Has a Purpose.
Every safari, tour, overnight stay, and adventure at The Wilds helps protect wildlife. Your visit directly supports conservation efforts that are safeguarding endangered species in Ohio and around the world, making you part of the story from the moment you arrive.
Tucked into the rolling hills of southeast Ohio, The Wilds is North America's largest conservation center, spanning nearly 10,000 acres. Land that was once strip mined has been transformed into thriving habitat where wildlife, science, and conservation work hand in hand. Here, experts care for some of the world's rarest animals, restore native ecosystems, and conduct research that helps protect species for generations to come. For some critically endangered animals, conservation centers like The Wilds provide a vital lifeline for the future of their species.
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American burying beetles released in 2025.
146 Acres
Restored grasslands and forests through invasive species removal, prairie management, and native tree planting in 2025.
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Active conservation research projects at The Wilds.
featured work
The Wilds has been involved in the reintroduction of a species once extinct in the wild and is creating prairie habitat for wildlife species that have disappeared from their former ranges. Learn more about these projects and others that are helping to protect the future of wildlife.
Stories
With more than 600 animals in our care representing over 25 species, we have many incredible stories to share that will touch your heart and inspire you to learn more about how we can all help protect our planet.
Take Action
There are many ways you can help us achieve our mission to lead and inspire by connecting people and wildlife. Learn more about how you can symbolically adopt an animal or make a donation to help provide food for the animals.
Science
The Wilds plays a direct role in understanding the needs of different species so we can help find conservation solutions.
