The Gud Ark Animal Sanctuary

The Gud Ark Animal Sanctuary “Bringing Gud things, smiles and light, one animal at a time”

The Gud Ark Animal Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN Number: 99-4347144
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Donations may be tax-deductible according to IRS regulations.

Final camp of the summer kicked off today, and Session 2 of Horse Camp is already off to a great start! Looking forward ...
06/15/2026

Final camp of the summer kicked off today, and Session 2 of Horse Camp is already off to a great start! Looking forward to an amazing week and all the memories still to come.

06/13/2026

Today was Ferret Day and also the last day of Critter Camp Summer 2026!
The kiddos spent the day learning all about ferrets and, by the end of camp, many had become besties with George the ferret (one of our several ferret residents!).
We also had a special surprise visitor: our sheep shearer stopped by to shear our sheep and teach the campers about sheep care, wool, and the shearing process. The kids were fascinated and even chose to spend extra time with the sheep instead of finishing our movie! Each camper got to take home a small sample of the wool we collected today.
To wrap up camp, we made parrot toys and enjoyed time with all of our animal friends. It was a fantastic final day filled with hands-on learning, animals, ice cream and lots of fun memories.
Thank you to all of our campers and families for making Critter Camp Summer 2026 such a great experience! We can’t wait to see everyone in Fall.

06/13/2026

Last day of critter camp, we had a wonderful surprise generously donated by one of our amazing supporters. An ice cream truck arrived right on time, and everyone enjoyed the treat very much. It was the perfect way to celebrate the end of camp and brought lots of smiles to our campers and counselors.
A special thank you to Cosmic Ascent Ice Cream for coming out today, and to Shanetha for coordinating and donating this special treat for our campers and counselors. Your generosity helped make our last day of camp even more memorable!

🌟 Camp Counselor Appreciation Post 🌟As many of you know, we are a 100% donation- and volunteer-based nonprofit organizat...
06/11/2026

🌟 Camp Counselor Appreciation Post 🌟
As many of you know, we are a 100% donation- and volunteer-based nonprofit organization. Outreach is one of our core values, and we are passionate about creating programs where youth can learn, interact with animals, and make lasting memories.
None of this would be possible without our incredible volunteer camp counselors!
Our counselors start their days between 5:00–6:00 AM and often stay until nearly 1:00 PM—about an hour after camp ends—to clean up and prepare for the next day. They plan crafts and games, help facilitate activities, and work tirelessly to ensure every camper has an amazing, safe, and memorable experience.
Today we’d like to recognize a few of our counselors. We also have five more amazing counselors who aren’t pictured here because they primarily help with Horse Camp.
Please join us in thanking all of our camp counselors for their hard work, dedication, and positive impact on our campers. 💚
Drop a thank-you message in the comments and give this post a like to show them how much they’re appreciated!

Today was Parrot & Water Day, and our campers had a blast! 🦜💦They enjoyed painting, learning all about parrots, and meet...
06/10/2026

Today was Parrot & Water Day, and our campers had a blast! 🦜💦
They enjoyed painting, learning all about parrots, and meeting Mango, our beautiful Moluccan cockatoo. The fun continued with exciting water relays and, of course, cooling off with popsicles. It was a day full of learning, laughter, and summer fun!
🦜☀️🍧

‼️POSITION FILLED ‼️🚨Paid Job Opportunity 🚨We are in partnership with Loop Abroad, and they have a job opportunity for s...
06/10/2026

‼️POSITION FILLED ‼️

🚨Paid Job Opportunity 🚨

We are in partnership with Loop Abroad, and they have a job opportunity for someone in the City of Maricopa
Job Description ⬇️
Overnight Night Manager – High School Pre-Veterinary Camp (Maricopa, AZ)
Loop Abroad is seeking an Overnight Night Manager to support our high school pre-veterinary camp in Maricopa, Arizona.

Position Details
-Dates: Sunday night, June 28 through Saturday morning, July 4

-Schedule: Six overnight shifts, 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM

-Compensation: Fixed pay of $960 for the assignment (no overtime)

-Location: Hotel housing for camp participants in Maricopa, AZ

-Responsibilities
Remain awake, alert, and attentive throughout the entire shift
Monitor hotel hallways where students are staying
Ensure student safety and compliance with curfew policies
Report any safety concerns, incidents, or curfew violations to the Site Director immediately
Maintain a professional presence during overnight hours

-Requirements
Must be able to stay awake and focused for the full 8-hour shift
No headphones or other distractions while on duty
Must be able to pass a background check
Strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail
Experience working with youth is a plus

-How to Apply
Please contact Taylor at [email protected] for more information or to apply.

06/10/2026

🚨Paid Job Opportunity 🚨

We are in partnership with Loop Abroad, and they have a job opportunity for someone in the City of Maricopa
Job Description ⬇️
Overnight Night Manager – High School Pre-Veterinary Camp (Maricopa, AZ)
Loop Abroad is seeking an Overnight Night Manager to support our high school pre-veterinary camp in Maricopa, Arizona.

Position Details
-Dates: Sunday night, June 28 through Saturday morning, July 4

-Schedule: Six overnight shifts, 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM

-Compensation: Fixed pay of $960 for the assignment (no overtime)

-Location: Hotel housing for camp participants in Maricopa, AZ

-Responsibilities
Remain awake, alert, and attentive throughout the entire shift
Monitor hotel hallways where students are staying
Ensure student safety and compliance with curfew policies
Report any safety concerns, incidents, or curfew violations to the Site Director immediately
Maintain a professional presence during overnight hours

-Requirements
Must be able to stay awake and focused for the full 8-hour shift
No headphones or other distractions while on duty
Must be able to pass a background check
Strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail
Experience working with youth is a plus

-How to Apply
Please contact Taylor at [email protected] for more information or to apply.

06/09/2026

Today was Reptile Day! 🦎
The campers got hands-on with reptile enrichment by creating a snake jungle gym using a variety of plant materials collected from around the farm. They selected, prepared, and arranged the materials themselves, learning how enrichment helps keep reptiles active and engaged.
Next, we set up a lizard snack bar for Sokka, our northern blue-tongue skink, and Snape, our bearded dragon. Campers observed which foods each reptile chose and learned about their diets, including different types of feeder insects and other foods that help keep them healthy.

It was a fantastic day full of exploration, animal care, and reptile discoveries!

06/09/2026

Today was Goat Day at Gud Day Camp! 🐐☀️
Our campers spent the day learning all about ruminants, goat behavior, and enrichment activities. The project of the day was creating foraging boxes using recycled, goat-friendly materials gathered from around the farm.
Each camper added three tasty treats to their box and then observed which items the goats enjoyed most. Judging by the sounds in the background, the kids had just as much fun as the goats!
Here’s a quick look at all the excitement from today.
Here’s to an amazing Gud Day Camp Summer 2026! 🐐

Critter Camp has officially begun, and the fun is already in full swing! The campers have jumped right into all the exci...
06/08/2026

Critter Camp has officially begun, and the fun is already in full swing! The campers have jumped right into all the excitement, and today has been especially memorable because it’s Goat Day! 🐐
The goats have certainly lived up to their reputation for being playful, curious, and full of personality.
What a fantastic start to an amazing week at Critter Camp! ❤️🐐🌞

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50459 W. Papago Road
Maricopa, AZ
85139

Telephone

+16197915286

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