{"id":2052,"date":"2025-02-11T21:14:04","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T21:14:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/boulderridgewap.com\/?page_id=2052"},"modified":"2026-07-30T18:29:54","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T18:29:54","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/boulderridgewap.com\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h1><\/div>[vc_empty_space alter_height=”medium” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=”” css=”.vc_custom_1529321481908{margin-bottom: -0.2rem !important;}”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ icons_position=”left”][vc_toggle title=”1. Are service animals allowed in the zoo?” style=”arrow”]No. There is no place in the zoo where service animals are allowed due to ADA rules and regulations. More info can be found here:\u00a0https:\/\/www.ada.gov\/regs2010\/service_animal_qa.html<\/a>[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”2. Are Guns allowed in the zoo?” style=”arrow”]No guns are allowed in the zoo \u2013 concealed or otherwise.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”3. Can I use a zoo membership from another zoo at Boulder ridge?” style=”arrow”]No. Our zoo is a private zoo and does not receive any federal or state funding. This means that the zoo is funded solely on admissions and memberships sold at Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park. You can find more information on Boulder Ridge memberships\u00a0here<\/a>.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”4. Is your zoo handicap accessible?” style=”arrow”]Yes, it is! Our zoo\u2019s layout is ideal for young kids and for those who need wheelchairs to move about. Most of the zoo has concrete paths that are flat and easy to navigate. We also have an elevated walk-through safari that is totally paved! There are standard wheelchairs available for use here, too.[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″ icons_position=”left”][vc_toggle title=”5. What are your health & safety protocols for this season?” style=”arrow”]We ask that everyone who comes be respectful of others as we all enjoy the zoo together.\u00a0 We have many hand sanitizer stations around the zoo and will work hard to keep everything clean throughout the day.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”6. Do you offer discounts for EBT\/WIC cards?” style=”arrow”]We do not offer discounts for EBT\/WIC cards.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”7. Are bikes, scooters allowed?” style=”arrow”]We do not allow bikes or scooters inside the zoo.<\/span>[\/vc_toggle][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””]

Guest services & Zoo Rules<\/h2><\/div>[vc_empty_space alter_height=”medium” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=”” css=”.vc_custom_1529321481908{margin-bottom: -0.2rem !important;}”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Guest Services<\/h4>\n

– Wheelchairs & strollers<\/strong>\u00a0are available for use in the Gift Shop on a first-come, first-served basis<\/p>\n

– Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park is a\u00a0SMOKE FREE<\/strong>\u00a0environment<\/p>\n

– Please do not leave items unattended<\/p>\n

– Lost & Found:<\/strong>\u00a0Please turn in or check for items in the Gift Shop<\/p>\n

– First Aid<\/strong>\u00a0is located in the Gift Shop or at the Feed Station<\/p>\n

– Restrooms<\/strong>\u00a0are located next to the Gift Shop \/ Picnic Pavilion<\/p>\n

– Snacks & Drinks are available in the Gift Shop. Guests are welcome to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy at our Picnic Pavilion<\/p>\n

– Food for the animals<\/strong>\u00a0is available at the Feed Station, located next to the Walk-Thru Parakeet Aviary \u2013\u00a0YOU MAY NOT FEED THE ANIMALS ANY FOOD YOU BRING WITH YOU INTO THE PARK.<\/strong>\u00a0Unauthorized feeding may cause illness, injury, or death, and is in violation of the United States Department of Agriculture\u2019s Rules & Regulations<\/p>\n

Zoo Rules & Safety<\/h4>\n

Adults are responsible for the safety of their children, and\u00a0children must be supervised at all times.<\/strong><\/p>\n

– For your safety and the welfare of the animals,\u00a0please obey all posted signs and guidelines<\/strong><\/p>\n

– Please remain on the designated public sidewalks<\/p>\n

– Adults, please help the children in your care when feeding animals.\u00a0Never stick your fingers in the mouth of an animal.<\/strong><\/p>\n

– Throwing items at animals or into enclosures and placing cameras, GoPro\u00ae sticks, body parts, or any other item through or over exhibit barriers is\u00a0strictly prohibited.<\/strong><\/p>\n

– Pets<\/strong>\u00a0are\u00a0NOT<\/strong>\u00a0allowed in the Zoo or on the property, including service dogs. This is for your pet\u2019s safety and the safety of our animals and guests<\/p>\n

– Firearms are not permitted on the Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park property<\/p>\n

Zoo Staff will remove anyone who violates Zoo Guidelines. We reserve the right to inspect anything that is brought into the zoo.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Employment Opportunities<\/h4>\n

Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park is always accepting applications. Please download and print the attached Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park Employment Application, fill it out, and send it in with your resum\u00e9 to:
\nBoulder Ridge Wild Animal Park
\n8313 Pratt Lake Ave SE
\nAlto, MI 49302<\/p>\n

You may also drop off your completed application form and resume to the Boulder Ridge Gift Shop during regular business hours in our open season.<\/p>\n

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