BC Wildlife Park

BC Wildlife Park The BCWP connects people to BC's wildlife & wild places.
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The BC Wildlife Park connects people to BC's wildlife and wild places in order to encourage a sustainable society within a healthy natural environment. To ensure we achieve our Vision and Mission, the BC Wildlife Park facilities and on site and outreach programming are developed according to the following over arching themes:

Creating positive emotional connections to wildlife
Experiencing the interconnectedness of nature
Emphasizing the importance and power of individual responsibility

09/05/2026

A new enrichment for Ms. Prickles!

Zookeeper Sabien recently prepared a new enrichment for Ms. Prickles, our North American porcupine, and this one included something she had never tried before: strawberry jam!

Introducing new scents, tastes, textures, and objects can be an important form of enrichment. It encourages porcupines to investigate their surroundings, use their senses, and engage in natural behaviours such as foraging and manipulating objects.

Before any new food or enrichment item is offered, it is reviewed and approved by our Animal Care Manager and Animal Care team to make sure it is safe, appropriate, and suitable for the individual animal.

Come visit Ms. Prickles on your next trip to the BC Wildlife Park and see what she is up to!

09/03/2026

Happy 25th Arrival Anniversary, Spruce!

This month marks 25 years since Spruce, our female Great Horned Owl, arrived at the BC Wildlife Park!

Because Spruce came to us from the wild, we don’t know her exact age or birthday. But we do know the date she arrived, so we take the opportunity to recognize her arrival anniversary and celebrate this special milestone.

Many of our longtime followers may also know her as “Grumpy,” a nickname she earned because of her usual behaviour and her very clear way of letting Animal Care staff know when they are getting a little too close. But despite the nickname, Spruce has proven to be a great foster mom.

Spruce originally came into care from the wild with a serious wing injury that left her unable to fly well enough to survive independently, which meant she could not be released back into the wild.

In 2023, Spruce took on an important new role when she became a foster mom for an orphaned Great Horned Owlet. Having an adult owl like Spruce as a foster allows young owls to learn important behaviours from their own species while limiting human interaction, helping prepare them for an eventual return to the wild.

An injury may have prevented Spruce from returning to the wild herself, but today she can play a role in helping young owls get that opportunity.

Happy 25th arrival anniversary, Spruce! Here’s to celebrating a very special Great Horned Owl and the important role she continues to play at the BC Wilce Park.

We have a 50/50 winner!Thank you to everyone who participated in the 50/50 raffle in collaboration with the Rotary Club ...
09/01/2026

We have a 50/50 winner!

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 50/50 raffle in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Kamloops West and the BC Wildlife Park.

The winner was contacted yesterday by Jake Truscott from the Rotary Club of Kamloops West.

Congratulations to the winner, and thank you to everyone who purchased tickets and supported the raffle. Your participation and support are greatly appreciated!

08/30/2026

We’re heading to the Valleyview Block Party!

The BC Wildlife Park will be joining the Valleyview community on September 12 from 11:00 AM to 3:00PM at Valleyview Centennial Park and Community Hall - and we’re bringing a very special guest!

Grizz will be there! Come say hello, take a photo, and learn more about the BC Wildlife Park and the animals we care for.

The Valleyview Block Party is a free, family-friendly community event featuring live music, local vendors, food trucks, kids’ activities, community booths, and plenty of opportunities to connect with neighbours and local businesses.

With dozens of vendors and community groups taking part, there will be lots to see, do, and discover!

Come spend the day with us and say hello to Grizz!

See you there!

08/29/2026

Kirk’s Enrichment Walk Took a Refreshing Turn!

Kirk, our male caribou, recently headed out for an enrichment walk around the BC Wildlife Park, and this time his route included a stop at our new Spray Park!

Enrichment walks give Kirk the opportunity to experience different sights, scents, surfaces and areas outside his habitat, providing plenty of mental and physical stimulation.

Kirk got to check out the Spray Park, and now it’s your turn! Come cool off and enjoy the refreshing water before the Spray Park closes for the season on September 13th.

We are open daily from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with last admission at 4:30 PM.

Come enjoy the final days of summer at the BC Wildlife Park!

08/28/2026

What seems simple to us can spark Buck’s curiosity!

For Buck the fisher, a new object in his habitat is an opportunity to explore, sniff and investigate.

Zookeeper Sabien prepared an enrichment with branches and treats, and Buck was very interested in finding out what was inside!

Enrichment like this encourages natural behaviours such as exploring, foraging and problem-solving, helping keep Buck mentally stimulated and engaged.

Come visit Buck and see what he’s curious about next!

08/27/2026

A New Hangout Spot for Our Raccoons!

There’s something new in the raccoon den! Zookeeper Sabien made a hammock for our raccoons and installed it right inside their den. Of course, it didn’t take long for them to start checking it out.

Besides giving them a new place to rest, the hammock is also a great form of enrichment. It encourages the raccoons to climb, investigate and interact with something different in their environment.

Raccoons are naturally curious animals, so adding new objects and structures helps encourage their natural behaviours while keeping their environment interesting.

We have a feeling Sabien’s handmade hammock is going to get plenty of use!

Stop by the raccoon habitat on your next visit and see if you can spot someone enjoying the new setup.

Tongue-Out Tuesday with Kirk!Did you know there’s a reason Kirk’s tongue looks heart-shaped at the tip?A caribou’s tongu...
08/25/2026

Tongue-Out Tuesday with Kirk!

Did you know there’s a reason Kirk’s tongue looks heart-shaped at the tip?

A caribou’s tongue has a broad, divided tip with two rounded lobes. This natural anatomy creates the heart-like shape you can see when Kirk sticks out his tongue.

But his tongue is more than just cute! It’s an important feeding tool that helps caribou grasp, pull and manipulate vegetation while feeding.

Now you know the science behind Kirk’s little heart-shaped tongue!

Come to visit Kirk and Yukon, we are open daily from 09:30am to 05:00pm.

08/23/2026

Have You Seen Clover Before?

If your answer is no, this is your chance!

Join us for Clover’s Feed Talk at 1:00 PM and watch him enjoy his meal and enrichment while our Animal Care and Education team shares fascinating facts about Clover, his behaviour, and his species.

It’s a great opportunity to observe Clover during his feeding and enrichment session while learning more about his natural behaviours, diet, habitat, and the unique characteristics of his species.

Come visit us and make Clover’s Feed Talk part of your day!
We’re open 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with last admission at 4:30 PM.

08/22/2026

Consider This Your Sign to Visit!

Miss Prickles is clearly enjoying her peach enrichment, and we’re pretty sure you’re going to enjoy your visit to the park just as much.

Come cool off at our Spray Park, hop aboard the Wildlife Express Train, and spend some time exploring the park and visiting the animals.

We’re open 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with last admission at 4:30 PM.

Miss Prickles approves. We think you will too!

Thank you for supporting the BC Wildlife Park.

Address

9077 Dallas Drive
Kamloops, BC
V2C6V1

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 5pm
Sunday 9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

(250) 573-3242

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