Special Cow Tour

Join us for s special cow tour! This tour specializes on the amazing cows we have here at Barn while giving a shorter tour of the rest of the farm.

Public Tours are offered from May through October. During this tour, visitors will be guided through the sanctuary by a knowledgeable team member and have the opportunity to spend time with all of the residents that call Barn Sanctuary home. We will share interesting facts about each species, their experiences in the agricultural industry, and specific rescue stories.

Please be prepared to move in the open air and endure whatever weather Mother Nature sends our way. Bring appropriate outdoor walking shoes, as we will 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.

Q: What do the tours consist of?

A: You will be taken from species to species and enter some of the pastures. We'll tell you their stories, including where they came from, how they were rescued, and who they have become since.

Q: Is there much walking?

A: Yes, the tour is around one mile long on rough terrain, including walking on uneven ground and up and down hills. We encourage individuals with disabilities who may need special accommodations to contact us prior to booking. We want all visitors to have a safe and positive experience and will do our best to provide reasonable accommodations.

Q: Are the tours child-friendly, or do you have special kid tours?

A: A visit to the sanctuary is appropriate for children aged 6 and above, who should be able to walk significant distances. They will see all sorts of animals and be able to interact with our goats. The sanctuary is an environment of respect and compassion, with no graphic pictures.

Q: Will I see all the animals?

A: You will not go into the living spaces of our cow or pig residents, but you may be able to greet them over the fence. You also won't go into the chicken or turkey coops (due to the ongoing Avian Flu threat throughout the United States), but you will likely see them in their outdoor spaces.

Q: Can I feed the animals?

A: Many of our animals are on special diets, so please do not feed any food to the animals at the sanctuary.

Q: Can I bring my pet dog or service animal?

A: 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 in preparing appropriate accommodations for the service animal upon arrival.

Q: Can I bring my own food?

A: Yes, but please do not include meat, eggs, dairy, or animal by-products out of respect for the animals. You may be asked to put your food back in the car for consumption elsewhere if it does not meet these criteria.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Barn Sanctuary, 20179 McKernan Rd, Chelsea, United States