Cedar Cove Feline Conservatory & Education Center

10/07/2026

Boris would like to know why you haven't bought your tickets for Prowl-O-Ween 🙀

Come see us for our biggest event of the year! Learn about our cats, conservation efforts, Boris's opinions on pumpkins AND get free candy all while showing off your best costumes! Seriously, it's a win-win.
No tours needed, the park will be open for walking the trail at your own pace.

Buy your tickets in advance here! - cedarcoveconservationcenter.org

09/30/2026

Hey EVERYONE!!! We are doing it again and excited to share another PROWL-O-WEEN with you! Come one come all!!! Please share this post with your friends!!

09/05/2026

🐯 WE’RE OPEN SATURDAY AND SUNDAY ON LABOR DAY WEEKEND! 🐾

Looking for something a little wild to do this holiday weekend? Come spend some time with us at Cedar Cove Feline Conservation Park!

The summer heat is definitely hanging on, and we’ve been working hard to keep our cats cool and comfortable. 💦🐅 From pools and sprinklers to frozen treats and plenty of shade, our cats have their own ways of beating the heat!

📸 Check out a few photos of our cats keeping cool!

We’d love to have you come out, walk the park, visit the cats, and spend part of your Labor Day weekend with us. Your visits and support help us continue providing lifelong care for the incredible animals who call Cedar Cove home. ❤️

PLEASE NOTE – WEBSITE MAINTENANCE

Our website will be temporarily unavailable September 7–11 while we complete some maintenance and updates.

We are still here and happy to help! During that time, please call or email Cedar Cove directly with questions or to book a visit.

The website may be taking a few days off, but the cats are not! 🐯😸

We hope to see you this Labor Day weekend!

Cedar Cove Feline Conservation Park
Louisburg, Kansas 🐾

07/02/2026

ELEVEN YEARS AGO TODAY, THE WORLD LOST A LION NAMED CECIL. 🦁

On the night of July 1, 2015, Cecil — the iconic black-maned lion of Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park — was baited out of the protection of the park and shot with an arrow by an American trophy hunter who had paid $50,000 for the chance. Wounded, he was tracked for more than ten hours before a second arrow ended his life on the morning of July 2.

Cecil was 13 years old. He wore a GPS research collar as part of a University of Oxford study. He wasn't just any lion — he was known, studied, and loved by people around the world.

His death sparked unprecedented global outrage. And yet the killing didn't stop. Two years later, Cecil's son Xanda was shot by a trophy hunter just outside the same park. When hunters take a dominant male, they don't take just one life — the loss of a pride leader can collapse the entire family structure, putting cubs and lionesses at risk. One trophy destroys generations.

Today, fewer than 20,000 wild lions remain in all of Africa.

Many of you have already met OUR Cecil, who turned one year old in May. But we've never told you the story behind his name — and today is the day.

We named him for that Cecil. On purpose.

Every time we call his name, we remember the lion who was taken, and every lion still at risk. Our Cecil is a living reminder of why Cedar Cove exists: these magnificent animals deserve protection, not price tags. He carries the name so the story doesn't get forgotten.

And he's carrying it well — safe, thriving, and growing into a magnificent young lion. See for yourself in the photos below.

Better yet, come see him in person. Come hear his story and the stories of all our residents. Cedar Cove receives no government funding — every visit directly supports the animals in our care.

Remember Cecil. Come meet Cecil. 🐾

Cedar Cove Conservation Center — Louisburg, KS

05/17/2026

Did you know there are 41 different species of wildcats in the world — and most of them are actually small wildcats, not the “big cats” people usually think about?

At Cedar Cove Feline Sanctuary and Education Center, we are proud to care for and educate the public about several incredible wildcat species, including Asian leopard cats, Geoffroy’s cats, African servals, Eurasian lynx, and our native North American bobcats.

Each of these cats has evolved for a unique role in its ecosystem. Asian leopard cats are agile nocturnal hunters native to forests across Asia. Geoffroy’s cats, native to South America, are among the smaller wildcat species but are highly adaptable and incredibly efficient predators. African servals are known for their long legs, oversized ears, and amazing jumping ability used to hunt prey hidden in tall grasslands. Eurasian lynx are powerful forest predators and the largest lynx species in the world. Bobcats are one of North America’s most adaptable wildcats and play an important role in balancing local ecosystems by helping control rodent and prey populations.

Wildcats play an essential role in maintaining healthy ecosystems by naturally controlling prey populations and helping keep nature in balance. Unfortunately, many species face increasing threats from habitat loss, human expansion, and illegal wildlife trade.

We invite our Friends of Cedar Cove to come visit, enjoy a guided educational tour, and meet these remarkable animals up close while learning why wild predator conservation matters. Every visit helps support our mission of education, conservation, and protecting the future of wild predators. 🐾

05/03/2026

Hello Friends of Cedar Cove!

We’re pleased to welcome you for our summer hours, which began May 1st. We had a trial run this weekend because we need to be there one hour earlier! Next weekend, we are open 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with tours every half hour with the last tour starting at 1:30 p.m. We feed the big cats at 2:00 both weekend days for you to watch!

While we all, animals included, continue to mourn the loss of Steve we are moving forward with care and purpose. Thanks to the dedication of our team and volunteers, operations are stabilizing, and we are making steady progress. Most importantly, the animals are doing very well.

We’re also happy to share that our website and internet are fully restored, making it easier for you to stay connected and plan your visit.
We invite you to come out and see us. Your support plays a vital role in advancing our mission to protect wild predators and the ecosystems they sustain—work that ultimately benefits all of us.

We truly appreciate your continued support and look forward to welcoming you.

Come see us next weekend!

— Cedar Cove 🐾

04/25/2026

Our internet is still down for a few more days — we’re so sorry for the inconvenience!

You can still book a tour and pay online through our booking app here:
www.cedarcoveconservationcenter.org

04/19/2026

Hey everyone! Just a quick heads up — our website is currently down, and because of that we’re unable to process credit card payments today.

We’re so sorry for the inconvenience! If you’re planning to visit, cash will still work just fine. There are a few places to grab cash in Louisburg if needed.

We appreciate your patience while we get things back up and running, and as always, thank you for supporting the animals ❤️

04/03/2026

Reminder: Cedar Cove will be closed to the general public tomorrow, Saturday, April 4th. We will be open Easter Sunday 11 a.m - 3 p.m!

03/31/2026

Thank you to each and every one of you who have supported us these last few weeks as we navigate without Steve.

❤️ We all miss him, including the animals, always.

Reminder, this Saturday, April 4th we will be CLOSED to the general public.

Friends and family of Steve Klein will gather together to share memories of joyful times, meaningful conversations, hopes and dreams, deep bonds and a life shared with Steve.

On April 4th, Steve’s family and the Cedar Cove volunteer team will be gathering at Cedar Cove Feline Conservatory & Education Center to celebrate the life of our beloved Steve Klein. We warmly invite friends, and all who met Steve through Cedar Cove—and were touched by his passion and dedication—to join us.

Please note that Cedar Cove will be closed to the general public that day so we can dedicate this time to remembering Steve together.

Steve impacted so many through his dedication to Cedar Cove, his friendships, his humor, and his deep compassion for both people and animals. It is only fitting that we gather at the place he loved most to reconnect, share memories, and celebrate a life so well lived.

This will be an open house from 1:00–4:00 PM, with a brief time at 2:00 PM for anyone who would like to share a story or reflection. A special photo dedication will also be unveiled at Cedar Cove in his honor.

Steve’s family has also created a page where memories, photos, and stories can be shared. If you would like to contribute, please see the link in the comments—these will be compiled into a memory book for the family.

Thank you to everyone who has reached out with kindness, support, and shared memories. It has meant so much during this time.

We hope you will join us on April 4th as we remember and celebrate Steve together.