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Friends of The Preserve

is hosting a gathering for an unforgettable afternoon to support The Preserve’s mission of wildlife conservation and education and the importance of the human-animal bond.

This meaningful journey will include plenty of opportunities to interact and take photos with the animal ambassadors at The Preserve along with inspiring presentations, small bites, and unique auction items.

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If you are not able to attend you can still donate. Friends Of The Preserve relies on supporters like you to keep our work going. Every contribution, big or small, goes straight to the cause. Your gift today has a real, direct impact. Friends of The Preserve is a 501(c)(3) charity 82-1937930.

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Everyday at The Preserve we witness the incredible power of connection. Whether it is a child seeing an elephant for the first time, a veteran finding peace in nature, or a senior citizen reconnecting with wildlife, these moments change lives forever. These connections also fuel our vital mission: protecting endangered species and inspiring the next generation of conservationists.

Safeguarding wildlife requires collective action. As a cherished member of our community, we are reaching out to ask for your support to expand our reach and deepen our impact.

Elephant Experience

The Elephant Experience is year- round, rain or shine!

Come Meet Our Beautiful Elephants!

This once-in-a-lifetime 1.5-hour interactive experience allows you to fully immerse yourself with these amazing creatures. When you visit The Preserve, you form a meaningful, unique connection with our animal ambassadors. We create intimate, unforgettable encounters designed to stay with you long after your visit. Through these experiences, you support conservation by developing a deeper empathy for these remarkable animals and gaining insight into the vital roles they play within their ecosystems, as well as a clearer understanding of why conserving elephants is so important.

Meet our beautiful Asian elephants.
Learn all about Asian elephant care and conservation.
Help give an elephant a bath.
Learn about grooming and how vital foot care is.
There are plenty of photo opportunities to remember your day!
$125 Per Person (age 3 and under are free)
Schedules are posted online 3 months out with a new month added to the schedule around the first of each month.

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Animal Expedition

Available April-November on Saturday only

Explore two continents!

Join us for an Animal Expedition like no other! Meet kangaroos, wallabies, giraffes and more during your 1 hour and 15 minutes interactive experience.

Meet our amazing Australian species.
Meet and feed our incredible giraffes.
Learn all about the care and conservation of each animal you meet.
Pet some of the animals you meet.
Plenty of photo opportunities to remember your day!
$95 Per Person (age 3 and under are free)

Notice of Filming and Photography

By participating and being present at these experiences you give The Preserve the right to use photographs or video/audio recordings taken of you for promotional purposes and for sharing with external news media, including online and print publications.

If you do not wish to appear in photographs or be recorded, please contact a manager.

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5 Star Reviews

"I took my Grandgirls to the Preserve for the Elephant Experience. What a beautiful well maintained facility. The animals are loved like family, and they are actually family some have been in their care for more than 20years. I highly recommend this experience for the entire family."

Deborah S. - March 2026
"Absolutely loved our experience at The Preserve. The staff is so knowledgeable she’d passionate about the care and preservation of these animals. You are able to get up close and personal with the elephants including bathing, feeling their feet, pictures, and even feeding! It was so educational and fun! Highly recommend!"

Marisha N. - March 2026
"We have visited scores/hundreds of zoos and wildlife parks across the US and have paid for "VIP" experiences at many/most of them...and nothing compares to the Elephant Experience at the Preserve. They have hit the "sweet spot" of having an incredibly well choreographed and organized production...while retaining the key elements of spontenaity and personalization that make the experience unique and special for each and every guest. The entire team (Gary, Kari, Savanna, Joanne, and others) was incredibly professional while still being very warm and inviting. Overall an exceptional combination of education, entertainment and interaction for a very reasonable price that will create memories and joy for animal fans of all ages!"

Dustin R. - March 2026
"I really didn't know what to expect but as soon as I drove into The Preserve I knew it was going to be amazing. The surroundings are simply beautiful, well manicured, a huge preserve with a lot of roaming room for the elephant s, giraffes, ect. ( I plan to book the animal expedition next). I really can't say enough about the staff; they knew the animals and you knew their top priority is taking care of all their beautiful intelligent animals. They are top level, compassionate, knowledgeable, and really I can't say enough about them but simply you knew they love their jobs. As soon as I watched these gentle giants come down the hill guiding each other with their trunks I was in love. I gained understanding/appreciation, they painted (bought a T-shirt for my grandson), got to interact with them, hug them, pictures, meet new people, help during bath time, and overall the best birthday gift to myself (the elephants played harmonica's while happy birthday is sung for us with birthdays!). It is a spiritual experience when you look into the eyes of these giants. The Preserve is where you want to go to experience the beauty and humbleness of being in the presence of these intelligent gentle giants and be a part of preserving their livelihood. Do it now, you will not regret it!"

Dana M. - March 2026
"This picture embodies my experience at The Preserve. Elephants are my favorite animal and even at 40 I was like a little kid full of adoration, excitement, wonder and so much more! Lots of hands on encounters- I got to scrub, hug, and kiss them! Learning about their species, habitat awareness, and overall care was educational. Their activities were not forced and more often than not simple verbal cues. For those worried about potential abuse or use of "hooks" their demeanor, both Elephants and handlers, showed ZERO unhappiness. These girls are absolutely spoiled living out their best lives. Hooks were TINY, sharp ends were often palmed or pointed at the ground the entire time."

Stephanie T. - March 2026
"Visiting The Preserve in Fredericksburg was nothing short of magical, a rare and unforgettable experience that combines intimate animal interactions with heartfelt conservation education. From the moment we arrived at this beautiful Hill Country setting, it was clear that the passionate team there cares deeply about every creature they feature, from majestic elephants to curious kangaroos and gentle giraffes. The Elephant Experience, a 1.5‑hour encounter that lets you get hands-on with Asian elephants. We helped bathe them, learned about hoof care and grooming, and came away with a real appreciation for the importance of elephant conservation. It wasn’t just entertaining, it was deeply moving. In short, The Preserve isn’t just a visit...it’s a journey. Whether you’re looking for a unique family outing, a meaningful excursion, or a chance to connect with some incredible animals, this place delivers on all fronts. I couldn’t recommend it more!"

Rob S. - August 2025
"This is such a unique experience. If you have the opportunity to visit please do not miss out. The staff are so friendly, passionate and knowledgable. The elephants are amazing and you will not be disappointed. 10 out of 10."

Ali R. - August 2025
"Worth every penny…. Very educational learned a lot about the elephants and the experience to interact with the elephants so close is once in a lifetime. It was the highlight of our trip at Fredericksburg. Credit to the staff for being friendly and knowledgeable always willing to take pictures. A+"

Jani S. - August 2025
“I love finding fun and interesting things to do and when they donate to a good cause, even better. We really enjoyed learning more about the Asian Elephants and we enjoyed helping give one of them a bath and see them up close and personal. All the employees were very knowledgable and you could tell they enjoyed their job. We would love to bring our grand kids here when they visit. Thank you for a unique experience with these beautiful animals!”

Nancy T. - June 2025
“I didn't know what to expect, but our visit to The Preserve couldn't have been better. The team there works so well together and seemed very happy to be showing us the elephants; it was clear they love their work and feel fortunate to get to share it. Not surprisingly, we learned about these three beautiful Asian elephants, but what WAS surprising was that we were able to get close enough to touch them, too. Also surprising was that I felt no concern that there was any danger. That's due, in part, to how well the elephants are cared for, but also bc the Preserve crew worked like a well-oiled machine by helping us know exactly what to do and where & how to do it. Guests are made to feel like appreciated elephant-allies, not strangers who know nothing about elephants.”

Kevin W. - June 2025
“We enjoyed both the elephant experience and animal encounter experience! The guides and handlers were SUPER friendly and knowledgeable about the animals and their native habitats. The facility was immaculate and all the animals looked VERY well cared for and healthy. It was a truly memorable and educational experience! I highly recommend visiting if you want a very hands on amazing exotic animal experience. You will not be disappointed. The preserve is amazing!”

Susan L. - May 2025
“My wife and I visited here last weekend as an early birthday present and it was a wonderful experience. Their elephants live better lives and are happier than some humans I know. The staff were wonderful and you could tell that they loved the animals and their job. 10/10. Would absolutely recommend. We will be coming back!”

Joshua T. - May 2025
"We had an amazing experience at The Preserve and highly recommend your visiting there. We loved having the personal time with the elephants and the whole experience was so very educational! All of the staff were courteous, professional and knowledgeable; the preserve was beautiful, and the elephants were beyond our expectations!"

David G. - May 2025
"“Amazing” is the first word that comes to mind! The Preserve is doing an excellent job of educating the public about how badly Asian Elephants need our help for their survival. The opportunity to hug, touch, wash and look these beautiful animals in the eye should be on everyone’s bucket list. We took our granddaughters as a birthday gift to them. It will no doubt be an experience that our family will never forget! My daughter in law and I both brought home small canvas paintings that Becky (my favorite elephant) painted. The event was well organized and the staff were all very knowledgeable and kind. You could feel the love that they all have for the elephants. I hope that we have the opportunity to return soon with other family members so that they too can be a part of this unforgettable event."

The Harkey’s - April 2025