Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge holds 18th Annual Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular on October 26

EUREKA SPRINGS, Ark. - Aug. 12, 2013 - PRLog -- Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge (TCWR) will hold it’s 18^th annual Howl-O-Ween Spooktacular, October 26, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.  Games, food, and a children's costume contest provide a fun experience for all ages.

The main refuge compound will be open to experience the night habits of lions, tigers, cougars, bobcats, and the ever-popular grizzly bear, Bam Bam. The annual Halloween party is the only time the refuge animals can be viewed in the dark of night.

“This is one my favorite events of the year because the kids have so much fun and it's the only time to view some of our animals after sunset,” said Tanya Smith, TCWR president and co-founder. “We are hoping to have Bam Bam’s new habitat and swimming pool open before the Spooktacular party, which will be a real treat for first-time visitors to the refuge,” added Smith

The refuge will open at 9 a.m. for wildlife viewing with hourly Walking Tours from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Trolley tours will also be available throughout the day and wildlife feedings start at 5 p.m. Visitors to the refuge during the day will be allowed free entry to the Spooktacular party in the evening, but must exit the refuge at 6 p.m. and re-enter with a pass at 7 p.m. to allow the staff preparation time for the party.

Normal admission prices apply, $15 for adults, $10 for children 12-under, seniors, and military members. Children under 3 are free.

All donations are welcome and used to pay ongoing care and feeding expenses for over 130 tigers, lions, cougars, bears and other endangered wildlife making TCWR a life-long home. For refuge and event details, call (479) 253-5841.

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Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge Background

Founded in 1992, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization operating one of America’s largest big cat sanctuaries. The 450-acre refuge, located 7 miles south of Eureka Springs, is home to over 130 big cats and other endangered wildlife. Open everyday, the refuge has been voted one of Arkansas’ Top 10 Destinations and is rated the #1 Attraction in Eureka Springs by TripAdvisor.com.

Press Contacts

Eric Studer - ericstuder@mac.com  (214) 676-3860 
Tanya Smith - Tanya@turpentinecreek.org (479) 253-3715