Posted in Louisiana September 09, 2020 by

Sip Wine With Sloths At Barn Hill Preserve In Louisiana

Barn Hill Preserve is an animal sanctuary over in the tiny town of Ethel, and it might just be one of the best-kept secrets in the state. September just got leaps and bounds better with this one-of-a-kind event happening at Barn Hill, and you’re not going to want to miss it.

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If you've never visited Barn Hill Preserve, you're in for a real treat.
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Located in Ethel, Barn Hill Preserve is an animal sanctuary with locations in Louisiana and Delaware. Their address is 11342 LA-955, Ethel, LA 70730.
This place is home to some of the most rare and beautiful creatures you've ever seen.
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Bearded dragons, sugar gliders, kangaroos, and countless other animal ambassadors will be waiting for you when you arrive.
They even have an otter encounter, where you get to swim with these adorable creatures!
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I don't know who is happier in this photo, the otter or the man. If you want to schedule an otter encounter, you can purchase tickets here.
But for the month of September, Barn Hill Preserve is hosting one of the most incredible events.
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Sip wine with sloths!
While sloths are certainly the star of the show, you'll see all sorts of beautiful and rare animals during your visit.
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From the tiniest turtle to majestic camels, the preserve is home to several different types of animals, and you'll learn all about them while sipping delicious wine.
You'll feel like a kid again interacting with these cute and cuddly little fellas.
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Just remember this particular event is 21+, so you'll have to come back with the kids another time.
You’ll be sampling wines from all across the globe during your self-guided walk around the nature preserve, getting a chance to check out all of their adorable furry residents, including the sloths!
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You might just find your new favorite wine. You'll definitely find your new favorite sloth.
Here are the upcoming dates:
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Friday, September 18, 2020
Saturday September 19, 2020
Friday September 25, 2020
Saturday September 26, 2020
All of the events are from 6 p.m. till 8 p.m.
Click here to purchase your tickets.
Oh! And one more thing.
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You might just find a pop of color soaring through the sky during your visit. No, your eyes aren't playing tricks on you...
Barn Hill Preserve is home to one of the largest free-flying macaw rescue missions in the country.
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Macaws live an exceptionally long time (50+ years) and they are often abandoned by their owners. Barn Hill takes these beautiful birds in, letting them fly freely around the preserve. Just one more reason to visit this incredible animal oasis!

For more information, be sure to check out their website and give them a follow on Facebook so you can stay up to date on their upcoming events.

Are you planning on attending one of these events? Let us know in the comments below!

Address: 11342 LA-955, Ethel, LA 70730, USA