Screen to Stall: A Virtual Visit to Palmer’s Reindeer Farm

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Screen to Stall: A Virtual Visit to Palmer’s Reindeer Farm

Live, guided video calls that let you meet the farm’s animals and ask questions in sessions ranging from 15 to 60 minutes.

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Screen to Stall: A Virtual Visit to Palmer’s Reindeer Farm.

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Location
Palmer
Operator
Reindeer Farm
Category
Attraction
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

The Reindeer Farm in Palmer, Alaska, opened a series of live virtual farm tours in 2020 so visitors who cannot make the trip in person can still see and talk about the animals. Sessions run from a brief 15 minutes up to a full hour and are presented as live video calls, giving guests a window into the barnyard without leaving home.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

Meet Rocky, Dolly and the herd
THE ANIMALS

Meet Rocky, Dolly and the herd

Short tours focus on named residents — Rocky the moose and Dolly the bison — plus the reindeer; longer sessions expand to additional animals and the whole farm.

Four time tiers, escalating access
THE FORMAT

Four time tiers, escalating access

Choose a 15-, 30-, 45- or 60-minute session. The 15-minute visit covers three animals; 30 minutes visits five animals and allows more Q&A; 45 minutes includes all animals and information with the potential for an elf appearance; 60 minutes offers extended time with each animal as technology allows.

Video call platforms and cold-weather caveats
THE TECH

Video call platforms and cold-weather caveats

Tours can run over FaceTime or Facebook Messenger; hosts can join your Zoom meeting or set one up if you reply to your confirmation email with a link. In Palmer it can be as cold as −20°F and phones sometimes die in the cold; the farm will do its best to prevent interruptions.

What the day feels like

How the virtual farm visit unfolds

A host walks the farm while connected on a live video call, showing animals, answering questions and tailoring the pace to the session length—quick passing views in shorter slots, fuller introductions, information and potential special appearances in longer sessions.

Meet Rocky, Dolly and the herd

THE ANIMALS

Meet Rocky, Dolly and the herd

Short tours focus on named residents — Rocky the moose and Dolly the bison — plus the reindeer; longer sessions expand to additional animals and the whole farm.

Four time tiers, escalating access

THE FORMAT

Four time tiers, escalating access

Choose a 15-, 30-, 45- or 60-minute session. The 15-minute visit covers three animals; 30 minutes visits five animals and allows more Q&A; 45 minutes includes all animals and information with the potential for an elf appearance; 60 minutes offers extended time with each animal as technology allows.

Video call platforms and cold-weather caveats

THE TECH

Video call platforms and cold-weather caveats

Tours can run over FaceTime or Facebook Messenger; hosts can join your Zoom meeting or set one up if you reply to your confirmation email with a link. In Palmer it can be as cold as −20°F and phones sometimes die in the cold; the farm will do its best to prevent interruptions.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this experience suits — and who should think twice.

1
Families with childrenSuitable for all ages since tours are virtual and the operator lists the offering as available to everyone; shorter or longer options let families pick the attention span that fits.
2
Out‑of‑state or time‑limited visitorsA practical option for anyone unable to travel to Palmer; the virtual format was introduced to bridge distance and scheduling constraints.
3
Guests with limited mobilityWell matched—the experience brings the farm to you via video so there’s no need for on‑site mobility.
4
Those without video-call accessLess ideal—tours depend on FaceTime, Facebook Messenger or Zoom connections and the operator requests a Zoom link or confirmation to set one up.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

A device capable of FaceTime, Facebook Messenger video, or Zoom and a reliable internet connection; if using Zoom, reply to your confirmation email with a meeting link or ask the farm to set one up. Remember appointments are shown in Alaska Time Zone.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What are the session lengths and rates?

Options are 15 minutes ($50), 30 minutes ($90), 45 minutes ($225) and 60 minutes ($300).

Which animals will I see on a short visit?

A 15-minute virtual tour visits three animals: Rocky the moose, Dolly the bison and the reindeer.

Which platforms do you use for the call?

FaceTime and Facebook Messenger work on the farm; hosts can join your Zoom meeting or set one up if you respond to your confirmation email with a Zoom link.

What happens on the longer tours?

A 30-minute tour visits five animals and allows extra Q&A; 45 minutes covers all animals and includes information and potential elf appearances; 60 minutes offers time with each animal as technology allows.

Are there any technical or weather concerns?

Yes. Palmer can reach as cold as −20°F and phones sometimes die in the cold; the farm staff will do their best to prevent interruptions.

Can I book a time outside the listed availability?

If you need a time the farm is not available for, email [email protected] and they will try to accommodate if the schedule allows.

What time zone are bookings listed in?

All bookings are in the Alaska Time Zone; check your local time conversion before the call.