We had an amazing time at Dirty Bird Ranch during a private tour with our family of four including…read morea 4 yo and 2 yo. During the hour we were all able to hold, feed, and pet so many animals. We had such an intimate personalized experience and all learned so much. We definitely made memories to last a lifetime and can't recommend Dirty Bird Ranch enough!

Such a great time! All the animals are so friendly and Candace makes the whole tour feel so…read morerelaxed. We had a herd of pigs, goats, dogs and alpacas following us around the whole time. We even got to feed and pet an ostrich. Definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a unique experience for the family or date :)

They were closed and I did not see an alpaca anywhere. There was MAJOR CONSTRUCTION took an hour…read morebc of it. I wish we could have bought some yarn! :(

I was looking for a place for my daughter to meet some alpacas and hopefully find some yarn to feed…read moremy fiber addiction and we luckily found this great little farm! Edit, the owner was so sweet and accommodating and gave us the best private tour of the property! We were able to feed the females and learn a lot about their daily lives and history. This is a pure labor of love and they sell hand spun and hand dyed yarn and felt as well as offer classes to make your own! We'll definitely be back again soon!

Wonderful experience! We booked for a children's party. Shawneen was prompt and clear with…read morecommunication. She very knowledgeable about each of the animals and gave me a little background on them all which I felt was a testament to how much they are cared for. Booking was a breeze. The trailer arrived well before our scheduled petting zoo time for set up, everything was thoughtfully arranged for safety but also so that it would photograph nicely. Shawneen did an excellent job explaining etiquette for everyone and gave parents helpful pointers to ensure the little one's were comfortable and having a great time. After cleanup, there was no sign whatsoever that a whole bunch of farm animals had been present only moments before. I really wouldn't change a thing, we loved this experience, our guests loved this experience, and I would recommend it to anyone considering.

Such a wonderfully run group! All the animals are very well taken care of. The owners are very kind.read more

This is a bit of an overdue review, but I had such an amazing time horseback riding! I hadn't…read moreridden since I was about 5 years old, so I was definitely a little nervous going into it. I'm not sure it's exactly like riding a bike--but Karen made me feel completely at ease from the start. Kiwi, my horse, was incredibly patient and gentle with me. I swear she knew I needed a little extra TLC! It made the whole experience so enjoyable and stress-free. I even got to do a tiny bit of trotting, which was such a fun bonus. Overall, it was such a great experience, and I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking to try horseback riding or get back into it!

We've been here a few different occasions already, and each time has been a special experience! My…read moredaughter first visited when she was 3 years old, and now she is 6, and still loves it. Susie is always very kind and welcoming, and patient with our daughter. She even let us visit the chicken coop, let my daughter pick a few eggs and feed the chickens just for fun. The animals on the farm are all so sweet and calm too. We're very thankful for this business, great memories made here!

This place is amazing, a true farm with multiple produce growing on site…read more its not your public u-pick strawberry fields, this is a private farm that opens its doors just a couple time per year for general public to pick organic berries. The farm is nestled in very picturesque area of Valley center, surrounded by orchards, other privately owned farms and horse stables. I've heard only great things and was looking forward to visit the farm. U-pick event was very well organized, yes there is a dirt road but you will follow the signs and you won't get lost. Its a family event so tractor rides, petting zoo and a playground are the main attractions besides the strawberries. There was fresh food like tacos and pizza, fresh produce for sale, juices and smoothies. It was $15 per person, which i think its fair price. Looking forward to coming back here for their blackberries

My family has been coming here for many years and it is always great. Our kids get to experience a…read moreworking farm and make the connection of where food comes from first hand. We are signed up for the news letter so we always are happy when we get notified it is open to public for strawberry, blackberry or pumpkin patch. It is great to come up pick some amazing produce and stay for lunch!

We hired Shara and her team for our daughter's 5th birthday party. She was very responsive…read morethroughout and was professional the day of. Her animals looked well cared for and the kids loved them. Would def hire them again!

Shara and her family were absolutely delightful. They made the experience very warm and welcoming…read more My 2 daughters ( 4 & 8) had a BLAST! We cannot wait to go back.

We had an absolutely FANTASTIC experience from start to finish with John and his team. They were…read morevery reasonably priced compared to the competitors. They were on time, efficient, and cleaned up perfectly at the end of the event. The staff was friendly and the animals were well taken care of. We would definitely hire them again, plus a lot of our guest were really impressed and I'm sure would be using them in the future. Communication was easy and they truly did a fabulous job. I highly recommend them!

I threw my son's 4th bday party and he wanted a tractor/ barnyard theme. So we found a venue with a…read morecool old barn and hired a petting zoo for the kids. We were limited in space with the bounce house, seating for 60, adopt an animal balloon farm and all the food and beverages. But they made it work! They set up on the side and brought goats, pot bellied pigs (my son's favorite,) bunnies and chickens. They were great. They had stuff to wash your hands after the petting and made sure both the kids and the animals were safe. It was a great experience and very affordable. I would definitely book with them again!

We have had The Wildlife Company come to two of our birthday parties and we have attended another…read morebirthday party with The Wildlife Company. This company, without a doubt, made our birthday parties simply fantastic! They are responsive, friendly, and truly knowledgeable. This isn't a petting zoo type of business. This is a company that truly cares about their animals and educating everyone about them while still providing an entertaining and kid-friendly program. Our first party was bug themed and they brought all of their creepy crawlies, as well as a bug eater. The second party was a Wild Kratts theme and they graciously customized a party for us. All of the guests, old and young, raved about them. They helped instill a love of animals in my oldest son and we are now the proud owners of a tarantula and hissing cockroaches as a result. I can't say anything even remotely negative about them! I highly recommend them for your next party!

I'd seen The Wildlife Company put on shows at libraries and keep hundreds of children enthralled,…read moreso I hired them for a birthday party and got even MORE for my money than I thought I would. All of the children got to touch and adore the animals, not just a single volunteer, and even the parents were allowed to get in on it. The show is educational and amusing, the people are so very kind, and the animals were well behaved. This company is worth every penny and then some. Hire them and have a party people will speak glowingly about for years.

We booked Star Quality Parties to be a mime for our event today, and once again, Bear was…read moreabsolutely amazing! He really added so much life to the atmosphere. He can play any character needed at an event- Santa, a mime, an Easter rabbit, magician, etc! He is incredibly personable and genuinely aims to make sure that every single person he interacts with leaves with a positive impression. Bear is truly top-notch, and I would highly recommend him for any occasion!

He kept all the kids on their tippy toes all the time. They couldn't blink…read moreMy son kept taking about the magician for days after his birthday. I wouldn't hesitate to bring him back

I've had the pleasure of working with Melissa from I Do Weddings and Events on several weddings,…read moreand every single time I find myself thinking, "This bride is so lucky to have Melissa!" She is incredibly professional, organized, kind, and truly one of the sweetest wedding planners I've ever worked with. She has such a calm, warm presence, which makes such a difference on a wedding day--not only for the couple and their families, but for all of us vendors working behind the scenes. Melissa works frequently at The Scripps Seaside Forum in La Jolla, and she knows this beautiful venue inside and out. Her experience there really shows in how smoothly everything comes together. I also have to mention her vendor recommendations. Everyone she brings onto her team is wonderful--professional, talented, and simply the best at what they do. As a wedding photographer, it is always such a pleasure to work alongside Melissa because I know the day will be beautifully organized and the couple will be very well taken care of. I highly recommend Melissa and I Do Weddings and Events to any couple looking for an experienced, caring, and genuinely wonderful wedding planner. She is an absolute gem!

Being a Type A person, I had already found most of my vendors before deciding that we needed a…read morecoordinator for our big day. What initially drew me to I Do Weddings... was her team's familiarity with San Diego wedding venues, and especially with our venue, the Scripps Seaside Forum. From our first consultation with Melissa, through every call and email, we immediately felt at ease knowing she was by our side. Melissa truly made the wedding planning process so much easier. She was incredibly responsive and always had an answer to my many questions in the months leading up to the wedding. I never felt like I was bothering her or asking too much, and knowing we had someone experienced and dependable to turn to made such a difference. On the wedding day, Melissa and her assistant coordinator, Elena, made sure everything went according to plan. My husband and I felt completely stress-free that morning because we knew Melissa and her team had everything under control. We were able to simply enjoy our day and be present in the moment, which was exactly what we wanted. I would HIGHLY recommend Melissa and her team to anyone planning a wedding. We are so grateful for everything they did to make our wedding day so seamless and special!