If only we could talk with the animals… What would they possibly say?
Would the conversation include the same youthful inquisitiveness frequently followed by a familiar “but why?”
Realistically, sounds from our creature counterparts at times do convey a message such as dominance, for example a lion’s roar; but typically are deciphered as we see fit to add to our own pleasant experience.
CLAWS ‘N’ PAWS Wild Animal Park understands this, welcoming generations of guests for over 40 years to a world ofenjoyment close-by in Lake Ariel. Offering the not so typical zoo visit, CNP’s exhibits place guests face to face with a diverse collection of over 130 entertaining animals.
“We wanted to make it as natural as we could,” says Vince Hall.
Operating the 30+ acre Pocono facility alongside wife, Bobbi, he describes the inviting shaded trails complimenting the amazing animal sights with comfort throughout the zoo May through Mid-October.
From a Main Trail housing Lemur, Lions, Monkeys and more to a Northwoods Trail with Jaguar, Hawks even two majestic White Tigers. Let’s not forget the equally impressive surrounding sights in the Farmyard and Alligator Trails along with Leopard Loop.
Vince calls CNP “kind of unique” as he describes two of his favorite exhibits the Giraffe and Lory Parrot Feeding Areas. Kids and adults alike are able to “ring the dinner bell” with a leafy treat three times a day often getting a boost up to meet their lanky friend or offering a pleasant perch on arms and shoulders for an assortment of beautifully colored winged wonders.
He admits “Mister Big” a bulky alligator also captures his attention as a must see reasoning, “It’s as close to dinosaurs as you can get.” That is unless you take a stroll over to the Dino Dig where kids grab their archeologist shovels unleashing their imagination on a dig for fossils.
The Gentry family from Nazareth has their own favorites. Visiting CNP “for years” mom Heather and Grandpop Bert join 10 year old Jackson and his little sister Brennah for some hands on entertainment in the Petting Area.
Jackson beams, “It’s really fun going in their cages.”
Brennah prefers C&P’s assortment of cats including a Bobcat and Jaguar. Though she admits she’s content with a thick glass pane separating her from the fascinating wild felines.
Welcoming new and repeat visitors alike to “talk with the animals” and choose their favorites, Claws & Paws is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily just four miles East of Hamlin on Route 590.
Call (570) 698-6154 or visit www.clawsnpaws.com for more information.
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