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Welcomed
Black Pine Animal Sanctuary 1426 W. 300 N. P.O. Box 02 Albion, IN 46701 (260) 636-7383
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Welcome Visitors!
Unlike some sanctuaries, Black Pine Animal Sanctuary
does offer members of the public a variety of opportunities to visit and
see the animals. We maintain a committed effort to ensure the
well-being of the animals above and beyond anything else, so visitors are
expected to abide by our rules at all times. We welcome
thousands of visitors each year, including individuals, Black Pine does not seek out animals for the enjoyment of visitors. We do not breed, buy, sell, or trade animals. We do not offer playgrounds, overly elaborate or costly exhibits, food concessions, or acres of gardens. Rather, our focus is on providing excellent care to animals that have been confiscated, surrendered, abandoned, or taken in after a life of performing. Our mission is to educate the public about why these animals need refuge, which we accomplish by allowing visitors the opportunity to engage with our staff while they observe animals that have fortunately found permanent refuge. Visitors will be chaperoned by members of our staff. Staff-guided tours are offered for all first-time visitors of any age. Returning visitors may also enjoy self-guided (though still closely monitored) tours.
Black Pine's facility offers:
If you are considering visiting with a large family, or possibly visiting multiple times within a year, consider a Park Pal Membership, and make the most of your contributing dollars! Our memberships pay for themselves in as little as two visits per year!
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families,
school field trips, scouts,
church and youth groups, and company picnics. The proceeds
from sanctuary tours and souvenir purchases provide the majority of
operating funds each year required to provide care to the animals.
When you visit
the sanctuary you will meet animal residents representing over 45 exotic and endangered species.
You will likely witness animal behaviors not seen in most zoos as the animals react to, and interact with, our staff. You will see alert, healthy, and genuinely
interested animals. You may witness animals choosing instead to
enjoy quiet time alone, out of view. Photographs are
allowed. 
