Yes, I highly recommend everyone check this place out! The staff is incredibly friendly, and the…read moregoats are even friendlier. They have a zebra, camel, pig, chickens, and even fishing..... lwe caught six fish! I also loved that there are multiple play areas for kids, so it never feels crowded. We had an amazing time and can't wait to come back again. Definitely a fun place for the whole family!

My daughter (4) loves Old McDebbies farm and Jim's U-Fish. Drive down Hwy 7 just past Elk Plain,…read morewatch for the signs - park in gravel lot or overflow parking field. We visited midday on Sunday and there were some other groups but it wasn't crowded. Must get a couple feed buckets for animals. My daughter likes holding the small pail unless the goats are getting feisty. We walked around to the nature path and "Music" area as well as the back field with donkeys and horses and the zebra. It seemed like more play equipment than the last time I was here and I could see it being pretty fun with a group of kids. In fact, someone had a birthday party while we visited and that looked like a nice time. The cows, donkey, camel, sheep, and goats in the barn were super keen on some snacks. My kid was sad the pirate ship wasn't open. She did play a lot with the toys. We stayed about 2-3 hours though our initial pass was about 1 hour. Tried to wash hands a few times at portable setups, and before we left. A few groups brought lunch and ate at picnic tables!

It is just a wonderful, working farm. Lots of selections of honey, eggs, poultry etc.read more

Dancing Goats and Singing Chickens is such a charming little farm tucked away in Yelm. Ayub and his…read morewife run the place with a lot of care and pride, and it really shows. They're both very friendly and happy to chat about their animals and the work they do. Their natural honey is outstanding -- smooth, flavorful, and clearly made with attention to quality. You can tell it's the real deal. The goats and chickens add so much character to the place, and it's just a pleasant, down-to-earth spot to visit. If you're looking for locally made honey or just want to support a small family farm with heart, I definitely recommend checking out Dancing Goats and Singing Chickens.

Casai brought her animals for our daughter's 5th birthday party and it was SUCH a hit! Everyone…read moreloved her set up, engagement with the children, how she taught them not only animal facts but how to respectfully handle each one. So much fun and such a great & unique learning opportunity. This is a creative idea for any get together that you will never forget, and if you are worried about the animals being messy, dont be! She is so thorough and professional. Thank you, Casai! We will be talking about this party for decades :)

Really cool presentation and reading of the tortoise and the hare, complete with live tortoise and…read morehare. Had a birthday party for a Two year old, but the animals turned out to be really fun for the adults as well. I appreciated the thoughtful additions, and coming prepared for any weather.

What a fun stay!! Very comfortable accommodations, clean, all on a working farm! My room "the…read moreNest" was above the farm store and had a great view of property. Store was filled with lots of goodies: goat milk, goat lotion, snacks, clothing, goat merch. The highlight was watching the baby goats take a bottle and getting to sit and pet them. Everyone needs this in their life especially after driving in crazy traffic. When life gets rough I'm going to remember this day as my happy place. Thank you for such a nice stay!

Just magical! We drove 90 minutes out of our way to visit with our kids and it was well worth it!…read moreJeremy and Kim were so friendly and showed us around the farm like we were close friends! They let us bottle feed month old goats and our timing could not have been better since they also had three 1 day old goats we could admire from a distance. The one month old goats were also so playful and even let us hold them!

What a wonderful zoo! The staff and volunteers were incredibly friendly and shared fascinating…read morestories about the animals, which made the visit even more enjoyable. The zoo is beautiful, well-maintained, and a great place to spend the day. I've traveled to many places and visited quite a few zoos, yet I still saw animals here that I'd never seen before. It was a memorable experience, and I highly recommend visiting if you're in the Tacoma area.

Overall, a great experience. We got to spend time with the Capybaras and man was it cool. They are…read moreso chill and very friendly. They are also curious and look to sit in thought quite often. The staff was really kind and were present every step of the way. Some people complain about the smell, but seriously, it's a petting zoo... also I know the animals are not "free roaming", but they did not seem unhappy and look to be cared for well. If you would like a cool experience with capybaras, this is a good option. Also, they have a goat named Beast and he is an interesting creature lol. Overall, my family and I had a great time. I am sure experience will vary from person to person, but overall, it looked like everyone had a good time. If they could improve on anything, the reptile zone needs work, but it looked like it was going through some remodeling, so not being too critical on that.

I have been participating in clinics at Rusty Bar for several years now. I always come away with…read morenew knowledge that helps me with training my horses. Kathy's concern for safety is always a priority and she is always willing to share her knowledge and expertise. Her facility is well cared for and clean. I highly recommend!

I signed up for the Unforgettable Riding Experience at Rusty Bar Ranch this past spring, and it was…read moreamazing! I was a bit nervous, having little to no prior experience. We started inside on Sheena the Wonder Horse. I have to say, the state-of-the-art simulator really helps to get comfortable in a number of ways. After that, it was on to the arena & Valentine, a real horse Rusty Bar Ranch owner and trainer, Kathy really knows horses & also cares about them. She was such a kind & patient teacher. I felt totally comfortable & at ease. She teaches at every level, depending on the student. I'm clearly a beginner & if you've been on the fence about horseback riding, I highly recommend this experience. You're NEVER to old to learn something new! Go to the website & sign up. It was definitely an unforgettable experience for me.

Opal Meadows offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. This quaint Farm allows you…read moreto experience one-on-one interactions with Farm animals all while learning about animal husbandry. The animals are very friendly, so flipping cute, and their personalities are absolutely endearing. This establishment is by appointment only so you aren't competing with spectators to get a chance to interact with each animal. Some of the animals you will see are goats, pigs, lambs, chickens, ponies, bunnies, horses, mini donkeys and more! In talking to the owner they offer tailor-made tours to fit specific needs of those in your group. This makes this the perfect experience if you have family or friends with sensory needs or special accommodation requirements.

From the owner: At Opal Meadow Farms, we strive to offer a unique and personalized interactive farm animal…read moreexperience for all ages and abilities. We believe that time at Opal Meadows has a powerful ability to offer a fresh break from the hustle and bustle of city life. Here at the farm, we want to ensure everyone can attend the same events, do the same activities, and engage with the animals in a way that fits each person’s individual needs, abilities, and goals

Updating this review just to let people know Animal Encounters is still incredible! This is our…read moresecond time hiring them although we've been to several more parties where they were there. Always incredibly friendly and professional, the animals are so well taken care of and friendly. A huge hit with kids and adults. The staff is so easy to work with, setup is easy, they do everything, we just sent photos beforehand and discussed where the setup would be. They constantly have someone cleaning up any poop from the animals, it's just a Betty lovely experience and the most popular thing at our parties.

This was my second time over the years hiring Animal Encounters for my children's large birthday…read moreparty. John did an outstanding job accommodating our group from start to finish. The team was attentive to the various age ranges of children, patient with all of our questions, and clearly prioritized the well-being of both the children and the animals. The cleanup was handled efficiently, as if it never happened. Overall, I highly recommend this company for this service. Their attention to detail, professionalism, and warm hospitality made the party fun and memorable!

Such a fun and wholesome time! Ester and Sydney are super fun and friendly. My family had a…read morewonderful time feeding and petting all the beautiful animals. Highly recommend for families and pretty much anyone who wants to feed some farm animals for an hour or two! They also have a great little gift shop.

I learned that this farm has been open for roughly 5 years and they just got some new baby goats!…read more Came here for the picnic alpaca visit ($44/person for 2 hours) and had a great time with the tour and animal feeding with Esther! She was really kind and explained all the to-do's and what not-to-do's when interacting with the animals. She was also very knowledgeable about the farm animals and the different types of alpacas. She was a fantastic host! The alpacas are all pretty well mannered and calm - there were some children in our group and they all did great with all the animals. I'd highly recommend checking out this farm if you want a fun engaging experience for a few hours - for both kids and adults! They have a small gift shop as well.