Peace River Wildlife Center

Category: Wildlife refuge

Address: 3400 Ponce de Leon Pkwy, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, USA

Phone: +19416373830

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–4PM

Monday: 11AM–4PM

Tuesday: 11AM–4PM

Wednesday: 11AM–4PM

Thursday: 11AM–4PM

Friday: 11AM–4PM

Saturday: 11AM–4PM

Reviews

Holly B

Jun 13, 2022

We had a wonderful time visiting this sanctuary. The enclosures were clean and all the animals seemed to be well loved by the volunteers. It was wonderful having an opportunity to be up close with the Great Horned Owl and his handler so obviously adored her and enjoyed sharing how magnificent she is with the visitors. Plan to sponsor/adopt an animal ASAP. Thank you for your care for these beautiful birds.

bob hewitt

Mar 22, 2022

very interesting assortment of mostly birds. Make sure you stop off to talk to spirit the crow and if you wait long enough he will say hello to you! From what I understand they are going to relocate so before you travel there make sure they haven’t relocated yet. And while you’re there drop a $20 bill and a donation jar to help keep them doing what they do so well.

Misty Russell

Jan 16, 2022

I adored this place. Staff was amazing with tons of knowledge for the animals and you walked in and knew the animals were very well loved and cared for. The owl was awesome and the crow who says "HI" just made my day! There is also a cute little playground and beachy/picnic area on the other side if the parking lot where you could relax with the kids and have a peaceful day. 😊 Great time!

Michelle Haarklau

Apr 23, 2021

This is a cute little bird rescue center. With it's adorable main beauty a owl named Luna that is a white owl. The staff are friendly and incredibly informative. It's free to get in, but they ask you to donate to help take care of the birds. The area is also really beautiful.

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Questions & Answers

Do you need volunteers to help out with the wild life?

Mary McCain | Aug 31, 2018
Allan Theisen | Aug 31, 2018

We can always use more volunteers.

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I would like to make a donation in honor of a friend, how do I do that?

Denise Holcomb | Aug 31, 2018
Miranda Blake | Aug 31, 2018

You'll have to call and ask them. When you are there in person there is a 10-gallon water jug to put money in for donations.

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Is entrance free?

Максим Мешанин | Aug 30, 2020
Vickie Becker | Aug 30, 2020

Entrance is free but they have a donation box which I highly recommend donating too because their work there is so important and they can use all the help they can get. They also have a visitors book so you can put where you are visiting from. You will love this place!

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is there a gift shop, and if so, do they sell children's books?

Jo Calizzi | Aug 31, 2019
Wicked N Pink | Aug 31, 2019

Yes, there is a gift shop, and it does have children's books!

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Can you bring an injured bird here?

Jennifer Wilson | Aug 31, 2018
Killian Schlotfelt | Aug 31, 2018

I believe you need to call them and volunteers will come pick it up, although I am not sure.

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Are they still located in ponce de Leon Park? I heard something about them relocating to a bigger facility.

Amanda Morgan | Nov 3, 2021
heather goff | Nov 3, 2021

They are still there

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How much walking is involved?

Jeanne Piotrowski | Aug 30, 2021
Jennifer Sadonis | Aug 30, 2021

Not much. Smaller rescue center. Plenty of areas to sit.

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Hi I am actually asking if I brought my terminal I'll mom she has cancer and I'm driving from Corinth Mississippi to punts Gorda Florida Friday and would like to bring my mom she loves owls she has six months give or take to live her name is Sandy

Karla Lowry | Aug 31, 2019
Wicked N Pink | Aug 31, 2019

There are some beautiful and rare owls on display there, and the workers know everything about them! You and your mom will enjoy it!

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Can you fish from docks

Jerry Muszak | Apr 2, 2022
Paul W. Clark | Apr 2, 2022

You can fish from the boardwalk along the canal. The area along the beach has a sea wall and a lot of rocks that would be a hard area to fish.

What time is feeding time?

Maureen Coughlan | Oct 4, 2021
Keely B | Oct 4, 2021

I believe the public pelican feeds are still temporarily canceled. They used to be at 2:30pm.

Do you need hook & eyes to fix turtle shells?

Beverly KAPOLIS | Aug 30, 2021
Carrie Simpson | Aug 30, 2021

It's all birds!

Are dogs allowed 🤔

Mike St Martin | Aug 30, 2021
Kitiara Stokes | Aug 30, 2021

I don't think so, but you should double check with the center.

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Is there a after hours telephone # a person can call for injured wildlife?

Sharon Thompson | Aug 30, 2021
Gilles Labelle | Aug 30, 2021

I believe 9 am to 6pm

Who can we talk to about supporting local wildlife?

Marsha Decker | Aug 30, 2021
Sgt. Noob | Aug 30, 2021

If you visit them in person you could probably ask anyone of their staff or support them by buying items from their gift shop

What is the seniors price.

Pat Brooks | Aug 30, 2020
Megan Radigan | Aug 30, 2020

Whatever you feel to donate

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Handicapped women's bathroom,,?

Cathy Seidenstein | Aug 30, 2020
Sally Plummer | Aug 30, 2020

I think so... its ground level... not sure of door widths...

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Can I bring my dog there?

Evan B | Aug 30, 2020
Keely B | Aug 30, 2020

Service animals are allowed, but pets are highly discouraged to avoid stressing any of the resident animals.

Is your wildlife refuge wheelchair accessible?

Suzan Teeters | Aug 31, 2019
Nate Herron | Aug 31, 2019

I think so, the surrounding areas are all flat and paved if you can get inside you can still see part of it from outside. Understand the place is very small.

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Can you anchor a boat off the shore and dinghy to the park/wildlife center

Gary Ingraham | Aug 31, 2019
Becky Schenck | Aug 31, 2019

There is a boat ramp but no boat dock.

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Hello, I found a wounded bird, can you receive it?

Mariaelena Scharoun | Aug 31, 2019
Carolyn Doss | Aug 31, 2019

You need to call them. Not sure they follow this.

Where is the closest camping

Georgia Bolter | Aug 31, 2019
Jamie Smithmyer | Aug 31, 2019

There is Sun-N-Campground and Punta Gorda RV Resort, in case you have an RV

Can you have birthday parties there?

Heather Rush | Aug 31, 2019
kristi triana | Aug 31, 2019

not inside, however there is a park there....

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Do you currently have any flamingos? My December visitors want to see a FLORIDA flamingo!

Connie Leopold | Aug 31, 2019
Julia Reeves | Aug 30, 2020

Sarasota Jungle Gardens has a huge flock(?) of flamingoes. You can buy flamingo food on your way in, so you can get up close & personal with them!

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Do you rescue animals from private homes?

Fred Davis | Aug 31, 2019
Kelly Grutto | Aug 31, 2019

They take all Florida native wildlife. If you need to rehome a domestic pet Animal Welfare League is who you need.

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What is the entry fee

Sue Richardson | Aug 31, 2019
Holly Grimsman | Aug 31, 2019

There isn't one. They only take donations. They also have a super cute gift shop and the proceeds go to the wildlife center.

Can I take a baby dove that looks like it can't fly to this place?

Selena Lavallee | Aug 31, 2019
Becky Schenck | Aug 31, 2019

Yes you can.

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how can I check on the animals i brought in today ?

Tracy Toman | Aug 31, 2019
Peace River Wildlife Center | Aug 31, 2019

Give us a call at 941-637-3830, we will ask the admission date, species and patient id#. You may have been given a card with this information on it, if so, you can also follow the following link and enter the information, we will reply as soon as possible. https://form.jotform.com/82184701551958 Thank you for your help and care for wildlife!

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How much is it to get in?

Madison Gruzwalski | Aug 31, 2019
Espen Skuland Lilleøygard | Aug 31, 2019

Entrance is free. You can donate to help them keep up the good work they do!

Do you take old cell phones for recycling; an apple 5s and a flip phone?? You came up when I googled the question.

Robert Ames | Aug 31, 2018
Allan Theisen | Aug 31, 2018

No, the Peace River Wildness Center does not take old mobile phones. You may donate old mobile phones to the Charlotte County Sheriff's office. They redistribute them to various sources.

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Are there Golden Eagles in our area?? Think I might have spotted one in North Port. Thanks Matt

Matt FL | Aug 31, 2018
Joseph Anderson | Aug 31, 2018

Yes we have seen Golden Eagles in SW Florida! It is very possible you have spotted one.

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Is the wildlife cntr close to fisherman's village

Charlene Shaw | Aug 31, 2018
Sue Fettkether | Aug 31, 2018

It is wonderful, especially if you are there for a feeding!We were there for a 2:30 snack. The visiting pelicans were too funny! The volunteers are so generous with their knowledge. Take your recyclables to donate

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Could you use some sealed packages of O2 tubing?

Irene Morth | Aug 31, 2018
Beth Howell | Aug 31, 2018

I think so. Could be repurposed in several ways I believe.

What time do you feed the birds?

Herman Berry | Aug 31, 2018
Craig Schmackpfeffer | Aug 31, 2018

They feed the birds at 2:30.

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Is Luna the only owl of its kind in existence now

howard koss | Aug 31, 2017
William Chapman | Aug 31, 2017

Not sure but I hope not.

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