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Winter 2022 Paw Print Newsletter

Winter 2022 Paw Print Newsletter

by | Feb 9, 2022 | , | 0 Comments

Catch up with the cats in our latest issue of the Paw Print newsletter! Featured in this issue is our cover star, Reina Lion, Willow Bobcat, and our not-so-secret coatis and Fabio the porcupine. Read about the Big Cat Public Safety Act, our new Education Center, and more.

2022: The Year of the Tiger

by | Feb 2, 2022 | , , | 0 Comments

What is the Lunar New Year?The Lunar New Year is one of the most important celebrations of the year in many East and Southeast Asian countries including China, Vietnam, and Korea. Based on the lunar calendar, this time is full of feasting and is meant to honor...

Carolina Tiger’s Latest Rescue

Carolina Tiger’s Latest Rescue

by | May 25, 2021 | , , | 0 Comments

Carolina Tiger Rescue, North Carolina’s only federally and GFAS (Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries)-accredited big cat sanctuary, worked with the U.S. Department of Justice and several other accredited sanctuaries to execute a large-scale rescue of 68 endangered big cats at Tiger King Park in Thackerville, Oklahoma last week.

Our 2020-2021 Volunteers of the Year

Our 2020-2021 Volunteers of the Year

by | Apr 26, 2021 | , | 0 Comments

We appreciate our incredible volunteers every day, but this Volunteer Appreciation Week is extra special and gives us an opportunity to share the stories of some of our most fantastic and dedicated volunteers. With more than 150 amazing volunteers here at the...

The Paw Print Fall 2020

The Paw Print Fall 2020

by | Sep 29, 2020 | | 0 Comments

[breadcrumb] In the Fall 2020 issue of The Paw Print, you can find out more about Carolina Tiger Rescue, what a true sanctuary is, the animals we care for, volunteers, staff and how you can meet the residents and get involved.

International Tiger Day

International Tiger Day

by | Aug 10, 2020 | , | 0 Comments

A century ago there were an estimated 100,000 tigers in the wild. Now, fewer than 4,000 wild tigers remain. That's less than the population of Pittsboro, North Carolina. Does that number shock you? It should!  Why are wild tigers disappearing?  Habitat...

About Carolina Tiger Rescue

Carolina Tiger Rescue is a 501(c)3 nonprofit wildlife sanctuary whose mission is saving and protecting wild cats in captivity and in the wild.

Carolina Tiger Rescue

1940 Hanks Chapel Rd. Pittsboro, NC 27312 (919) 542-4684 (919) 542-4454 info@carolinatigerrescue.org

Wildlife should be in the Wild

Rescue

Education

  • We believe the ideal home for wildlife is in the wild.
  • We believe it is critical to conserve their native habitats.
  • We believe wild animals should not be kept as pets.
  • We believe captive breeding should ONLY be done in accordance with Species Survival plans.
  • We believe all wild animals, both captive and in their native habitats, deserve to be treated with respect and not exploited for entertainment and commercial purposes.
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Visit Carolina Tiger Rescue

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Public Tours

Twilight Tours

Coming out for a tour is a great way to learn more about the animals that call Carolina Tiger Recue home. We offer many different types of tours.  Public tours are great for adults and families. Twilight tours are for adults only (18 years of age and older). Tiger Tales are a perfect option if you want to bring out really young children. Find the tour that is right for you and enjoy a walk through the sanctuary.

For all tours, tickets must be purchased in advance.

Find all of Our Tour Options Here

Have Fun Learning at Carolina Tiger Rescue

Field Trips

Field Trips

Virtual Field Trips link

Virtual Field Trips

Education is key to our mission.  We enjoy teaching "kids" of all ages!  Our field trips, both virtual and onsite, are ideal for groups of kids.  Our "Kid for a Day" Adult Camp provides a unique learning opportunity while allowing adults to channel their inner child.  While all of these opportunities are structured differently, in the end we want everyone to walk away knowing more about the animals we care for and what they can do to help protect them.

See More of our Educational Opportunities
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BOBCATS
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CARACALS
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COATIMUNDIS
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COUGARS
Kinkajou at Carolina Tiger Rescue
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KINKAJOUS
Lion at Carolina Tiger Rescue
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LIONS
NGSD at Carolina Tiger Rescue
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NGSD
Porcupine at Carolina Tiger Rescue
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Porcupines
Raccoon at Carolina Tiger Rescue
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Raccoons
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Red Wolves
Serval at Carolina Tiger Rescue
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SERVALS
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TIGERS

Our Rescues

In Memoriam

Animals
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Activities
Keeper Stripes

Get involved at Carolina Tiger Rescue

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Individual Volunteering

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Group Volunteering

There are so many ways to be a part of Carolina  Tiger Rescue.  Individual volunteers are able to help in many aspects of our work, including animal care, tour guides, construction, and gift shop assistance.  Work groups come from community groups, colleges, work places, and more!  It’s a great way to spend a day and it helps care for the cats.

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