Drop-In Visits
Our gift shop and indoor exhibits area is open for drop-in shopping and self-guided learning Friday – Sunday, 10:00 to 3:00.
If you wish to see our Bald Eagle patients or resident ambassador owls, eagles, and crows, please book a tour. Note that the hospital is not open for visits and patients such as fawns and raccoons are not viewable so that they stay wild and do not imprint on humans or come to depend on people for food. Once recovered, they must live independently in the wild.
- Admission: by donation.
- Wheelchair accessible. Stroller friendly. Infant change tables.
- Please — no dogs allowed!
What you can see and experience:
- An outside guided tour of our Ambassador Bird enclosures — meet our resident eagles, albino crows, hawk, and owls.
- Stories of rescue, recovery, rehabilitation, and release of our animal patients.
- An eagle-eye view into our flight pen.
- A native plant garden and wild spaces.
- A visit with an Ambassador Bird and bird handler.
- A wonderful gift shop with books, toys, puzzles, and wildlife-themed local photography and crafts.
- Indoor exhibits featuring raptors, waterfowl, and other native wildlife.
- Patient stories that relay the skilled, dedicated work of our rehab staff and volunteers.
- Displays with nests, feathers, bones, and other animal artifacts.
- For young enthusiasts: Birder for the Day activity, grip strength check, flashlights and magnifying glasses for a closer look.
Other Ways to Visit
Guided Tours
Schedule a private guided tour of our Ambassador Bird enclosures, native plant garden, and wildlife facilities. Our knowledgeable guides will introduce you to our resident eagles, owls, and crows, and share stories of the wildlife we rescue and rehabilitate.
Tours are available by appointment for individuals, families, and small groups.
Book a Tour
Class Tours
We welcome school groups and classes for educational visits tailored to your curriculum. Students will get an up-close look at our Ambassador Birds, learn about wildlife rehabilitation, and explore our native plant habitat.
Programs are designed for a range of ages and are led by our experienced education team.
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Virtual Class Tours
Can't make it to Merville in person? We offer live virtual presentations for classrooms and groups across BC and beyond. Join us online to meet our Ambassador Birds, hear wildlife rescue stories, and engage with our education team in real time.
Perfect for remote classrooms, homeschool groups, and community organizations.
Book a Virtual Tour
Ambassador Bird Visits — We Come to You!
Bring the magic of MARS to your school, event, or community gathering. Our trained handlers and Ambassador Birds travel to venues across the region, delivering an unforgettable, up-close wildlife experience.
Available for schools, festivals, corporate events, and private functions.
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