On Saturday, April 20, 2024, the West Place Animal Sanctuary will be hosting its Youth Day spring tag sale and tours. This is a one-of-a-kind event where children can learn about responsibility, respect, and stewardship of the plants and animals with whom they share their planet.

Tickets for adults are $24, and $15 for youth 17 and under. No ticket is required to shop for the spring tag sale. All proceeds from the sale will go towards the sanctuary’s farm animals and wildlife programs.

The youth day tours will be a fun and interactive way for kids to learn about cows, horses, alpacas, pigs, peacocks, and more. The event also features a face painter and a hands-on learning circle with activities that encourage exploration of nature.

The West Place Animal Sanctuary was founded in 2007 with the goal of providing a permanent home and lifelong care to farm animals rescued from abuse, neglect, and cruelty cases. The sanctuary is home to a wide variety of farm animals, including cows, horses, pigs, goats, alpacas, and more. In addition to offering educational and fun activities for visitors, the West Place Animal Sanctuary also supports a variety of community programs that promote animal welfare and protection.

Youth Day & Spring Tag Sale 

What: For one day only, West Place Animal Sanctuary is hosting three scheduled tours designed for  kids and young adults. The next generation of compassionate animal advocates will gain an  appreciation for farm animals, wildlife, and nature during their visit to the sanctuary on Youth Day.  Fun, interactive, and educational tours will introduce young animal lovers to cows and horses, alpacas  and donkeys, pigs and peacocks, and so many more! There will be an on-site face painter and a hands on Learning Circle with various types of eggs, feathers, fleece, and wool. Special kids pricing is being  extended to everyone 17 years old and younger. The sanctuary is simultaneously hosting a Spring Tag  Sale with can’t-miss bargains and a special preview of the updated Gift Shop. 

Why: Youth Day encourages youngsters to learn about responsibility, respect, and stewardship of the  plants and animals with whom we share our planet. This memorable experience will emphasize  kindness and compassion for all animals, and the humane exploration and enjoyment of the outdoors. 

Who: Youth Day tour registration is open to all. Advance online registration is recommended at https://www.westplace.org/youth. Tickets are $15 for everyone 17 and younger, and $24 for adults.  No ticket is required to shop the Spring Tag Sale. All proceeds benefit the farm animals and wildlife at West Place Animal Sanctuary. 

When and Where: Saturday, April 20, 2024 

Scheduled tours at 10:00 am, 12:00 pm, and 2:00 pm 

Tag sale from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm 

West Place Animal Sanctuary, 3198 Main Road, Tiverton, RI 02878 

About West Place Animal Sanctuary 

Founded in 2007, West Place Animal Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides a  permanent home and lifelong care to farm animals rescued from abuse, neglect, and cruelty cases.  Located on the “farm coast” of New England, West Place is cultivating a more compassionate  community for all animals. 

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