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Nurture What Is Wild!

Nurture What Is Wild!

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is a nonprofit focused on protecting Florida’s native wildlife through rehabilitation and environmental education.

Welcome!

About Us

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is a nonprofit dedicated to protecting Florida’s native wildlife and habitats through rehabilitation and environmental education.

Our Mission

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is a nationally recognized leader in wildlife rehabilitation, education, and conservation, inspiring environmental stewardship across the Southeast and beyond.

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Ways to Help

Your generosity will impact the lives of animals for years to come.

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Financial Donations

Your generosity will impact the lives of animals for years to come. Click below to learn what it takes to help animals in need

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Volunteer With Us!

Not only will you be helping Florida’s wildlife, you’ll meet friends who share similar environmental concerns

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Adopt an Animal

A unique way for supporters to contribute to the care of the Sanctuary's resident animal ambassadors through symbolic adoptions.

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Become a Corporate Sponsor

A unique opportunity aligning your brand with our mission of protecting Florida’s native species

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Membership Program

Your membership directly supports animal rescue, wildlife rehabilitation, and environmental education programs that inspire thousands of visitors

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Amazon Wishlist

Check out our wish list of items below benefiting our sanctuary animals! Sign up for Amazon Smile to donate a portion of all your Amazon purchases!

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Upcoming Events

Check out all our events below!

Discovery Day Camp

Friday, April 3, 2026

9:00 AM 4:00 PM

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Fun, enriching outdoors and hands-on activities

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Yoga in the Wild

Saturday, April 25, 2026

9:00 AM 10:00 AM

Center your mind and body at our yoga class surrounded by the sounds of nature.

Homegrown & Handmade Fest

Sunday, April 26, 2026

9:00 AM 2:00 PM

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Join us for a day of creativity and community. Enjoy live music, shop locally grown products.

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Owl About Art!

Sunday, May 3, 2026

11:30 AM 1:30 PM

Join us at Painting With a Twist in Boynton Beach. Enjoy a brunch with light bites and refreshing beverages as you paint for a great cause!

Yoga in the Wild

Saturday, May 16, 2026

9:00 AM 10:00 AM

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Center your mind and body at our yoga class on Saturday, May 16, at 9 a.m. surrounded by the sounds of nature.

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Wild Summer Break Half-Day Camp

Mon, Jun 1, 2026 | Fri, Jun 5, 2026

9:00 AM | 12:00 PM

Our half-day summer camp for ages 8–11 invites young nature lovers to step into the world of Florida’s native wildlife.

Plan Your Visit

Every visit helps save a life.


Open 7 days a week 10:00am - 4:30pm

Closed on special holidays



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Field Trips for Schools & Homeschools

Never touched a board? We’ll teach you ocean safety, paddling, popping up, and catching your first wave.

Let the adventure begin!

Trusted by 500+ students

Group of men surfing

Field Trips for Schools & Homeschools

Never touched a board? We’ll teach you ocean safety, paddling, popping up, and catching your first wave.

Let the adventure begin!

Trusted by 500+ students

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Group Visit

Take a walk on the WILD side! Immerse yourself in Florida habitats and encounter extraordinary native wildlife

Perfect for scouts, clubs, large families, & similar parties.

Trusted by 500+ visitors

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Group Visit

Take a walk on the WILD side! Immerse yourself in Florida habitats and encounter extraordinary native wildlife

Perfect for scouts, clubs, large families, & similar parties.

Trusted by 500+ visitors

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Learning Labs

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary introduces Learning Labs for homeschoolers ages 5–14—hands-on programs held select Thursdays from September to May, exploring Florida’s wildlife and conservation.

Check our our upcoming labs

Trusted by 250+ students

Learning Labs

Busch Wildlife Sanctuary introduces Learning Labs for homeschoolers ages 5–14—hands-on programs held select Thursdays from September to May, exploring Florida’s wildlife and conservation.

Check our our upcoming labs

Trusted by 250+ students

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Wild Summer Break Adventure

Summer Camp for ages 8–11 lets kids explore Florida’s wildlife through habitats, rescued animals, and hands-on activities—while learning how to protect the wild.

Dates: June 1-5; July 6-10; August 3-7

Trusted by 500+ families

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Wild Summer Break Adventure

Summer Camp for ages 8–11 lets kids explore Florida’s wildlife through habitats, rescued animals, and hands-on activities—while learning how to protect the wild.

Dates: June 1-5; July 6-10; August 3-7

Trusted by 500+ families

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