We recently obtained our permits for our entrance and began construction to widen our main entry way on Monday, January 03, 2011. Volunteers stood out on the road in 30 degree weather holding stop/slow signs to control traffic while heavy machinery from R&R Horn Inc. paved the way into the Foundation. We are ecstatic because this means we are one step closer to being able to open for the public. Curious people drive by every day wondering what exactly is going on as they pass our property, and we can’t wait to be able to let them come in and see for themselves.
Meanwhile, Charlie Brown is working on completing part of our parking lot (designed by Bob Finney engineering) including two handicap spaces in order to meet the county regulations, and Brian Smith has begun putting up some of the tin roofs that we so desperately needed. Unfortunately we are still short of material for eight of the enclosures, but hope to raise more funds to finish the project as soon as possible. Chuck and Paul from M & T Construction have also been here every day to help keep things running smoothly.
All of these things are a wonderful step in the right direction, and we are so thankful for all of the help and support we have received from the community and countless others so far. An upcoming project includes creating walkways, which the California Conservation Corp has offered to complete. Another goal is to raise money to build a visitors center, otherwise we will be checking in visitors under a tent. We also need a sign for our entrance which will have to be approved by the county. Right now our main focus is to finish all of the things required in order to open. We hope to be open to the public some time in February. Anybody that knows anybody can help.
March 17th, 2011 at 11:22 pm
Hi,
Just checking up on your blog and wondering if you’re open to the public yet? We can’t wait to get out and see all your animals again!
Thanks
Shelly
March 18th, 2011 at 12:21 am
Not quite yet, we still have a few things to finish up before we can open. I will be putting an updated post up soon… We hope to see you when we do get to open!
April 13th, 2011 at 3:39 am
Sensational info. I look forward to seeing much more.
April 14th, 2011 at 4:05 am
Yet Another Exceptional report . Good shout .
April 19th, 2011 at 11:08 am
Your place is valueble for me. Thanks!…