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More Than a Visit. It’s an Experience That Matters.
- Meet our rescued horses, donkeys and other animals
- Hear their inspiring stories of resilience and recovery
- Explore our 105 peaceful acres of pastures and trails
- Your visit helps support animal welfare and education
Public Tours
Join us for a guided tour through our beautiful sanctuary and meet the incredible residents who call On Golden Rescue home. You’ll learn their stories, share special moments, and leave inspired.

OGR Public Tours
$25 Adults Ages 13+
$15 Children Ages 12 and Under
About
In this tour, visitors will be guided through the grounds by our sanctuary guides and have an opportunity to spend time with all of the residents that call Barn Sanctuary home. We will share interesting facts about each species and their lived experiences in the agricultural industry along with specific resident rescue stories.
Please be prepared to move out in the open air and endure whatever weather Mother Nature sends our way. Bring appropriate outdoor walking shoes as we walk on dirt paths and grass and a reusable water bottle.
We reserve the right to limit or cancel tours during dangerous conditions like lightning, high winds, or extreme heat.
What do the tours consist of?
Is there much walking?
Are the tours child-friendly, or do you have special kid tours?
Will I see all the animals?
Can I feed the animals?
Can I bring my pet dog or service animal?
For the safety and comfort of our rescued animals, staff, volunteers, and visitors, dogs and other animals are not allowed on any part of the sanctuary grounds.
Registered service animals are the only exception to this rule and must be kept on-leash at all times. Contacting us in advance is strongly encouraged to assist us in preparing appropriate accommodations for the service animal upon arrival.
Need more information? Contact visit@ongoldenrescue.org
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OGR Field Trip
$10 Students
$15 Chaperone
Free Teachers
Free Teachers Aid
About
In this tour, visitors will be guided through the grounds by our sanctuary guides and have an opportunity to spend time with all of the residents that call Barn Sanctuary home. We will share interesting facts about each species and their lived experiences in the agricultural industry along with specific resident rescue stories.
Please be prepared to move out in the open air and endure whatever weather Mother Nature sends our way. Bring appropriate outdoor walking shoes as we walk on dirt paths and grass and a reusable water bottle.
We reserve the right to limit or cancel tours during dangerous conditions like lightning, high winds, or extreme heat.
What do the tours consist of?
Is there much walking?
Are the tours child-friendly, or do you have special kid tours?
Will I see all the animals?
Can I feed the animals?
Can I bring my pet dog or service animal?
For the safety and comfort of our rescued animals, staff, volunteers, and visitors, dogs and other animals are not allowed on any part of the sanctuary grounds.
Registered service animals are the only exception to this rule and must be kept on-leash at all times. Contacting us in advance is strongly encouraged to assist us in preparing appropriate accommodations for the service animal upon arrival.
Need more information? Contact visit@ongoldenrescue.org
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COST:
$25/adult
$15/child (12 and under)
CAPACITY:
Flexible
TIME:
11am and 2pm
DAYS:
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Must book at least 72 hours in advance
LENGTH:
1.5 – 2 hours
Field Trips
Our field trips offer students in grades K-12 a unique, hands-on experience with animal residents, our facilities, and the important work we do to provide lifelong care. For more information, email larry@ongoldenrescue.org.
COST:
$10/per person
(Teachers and aids are free)
CAPACITY:
Up to 30 people
TIME:
Best time for you
DAYS:
Monday – Friday
Must book at least 72 hours in advance
LENGTH:
1.5 – 2 hours
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to make a reservation to visit?
What do the tours consist of?
Visitors are led by a trained tour guide from barn to barn and enter the pastures and yards with some of the residents. During the tour, visitors hear the residents’ stories, and facts about each species. Questions are encouraged!
The tour is over 14 acres on flat ground with occasional uneven terrain. Depending on the time of the year, the pastures may be muddy. Please wear appropriate shoes. We encourage individuals with disabilities who may have special accommodation requests to contact us prior to booking. We want all of our visitors to have a safe and positive experience and will do our best to provide a reasonable accommodation.
Can I feed the animals?
Can I bring my pet dog or service animal?
For the safety and comfort of our rescued animals, staff, volunteers, and visitors, dogs and other animals are not allowed on any part of the sanctuary grounds.
Registered service animals are the only exception to this rule and must be kept on-leash at all times. Contacting us in advance is strongly encouraged to assist us in preparing appropriate accommodations for the service animal upon arrival.
Can We Visit Any Other Time Besides Tours or Events?
For any additional questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us at larry@ongoldenrescue.org. We look forward to sharing our sanctuary with you and creating a memorable experience that supports our mission to provide a loving home for these deserving animals.
Join us at On Golden Rescue Sanctuary and witness the transformative power of compassion and care. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these remarkable animals.