LEWISBURG ATTRACTION FIELD GUIDE
Wild Hearts African Farm: A hands-on conservation field trip across 30 acres of Ohio savanna
A compact, educational visit ideal for school and community groups—discounted for 15+ people and designed for 1.5 hours of guided, interactive animal encounters.
Wild Hearts African Farm: A hands-on conservation field trip across 30 acres of Ohio savanna.
On 30 acres in Lewisburg, Wild Hearts African Farm offers an immersive conservation education that brings visitors close to animals and the stories of the African savanna and subsistence farmers—an interactive, touch-friendly zoo experience led by onsite educators.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hands-on learning across a 30‑acre center
Educators bring each animal’s survival story to life in an Education Center spread across 30 acres, where groups can touch many animals under supervision and learn practical conservation lessons.
Built for groups with discounts and staggered entry
Group rates apply for parties of 15 or more and toddlers ages 2 and under are free; the farm handles groups up to ~60 at once and can stagger entry times to accommodate up to 150 visitors for larger gatherings.
Picnic shelter, varied walking surfaces, and working‑farm reality
Visitors circulate on concrete, asphalt, boardwalk, gravel, mulch, soil and grass; covered picnic tables provide shelter for lunches, and parts of the farm remain under construction—part of an active working farm experience.
What the day feels like
What the visit feels like
Expect a compact, guided visit that moves from up‑close animal encounters to interpretive stops that explain human–wildlife overlap; the experience is structured for groups and emphasizes hands‑on education and conservation takeaways.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this program suits—and who should make other plans.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Plan roughly 1.5 hours to see the animals; allow extra time if your group wants to eat on site at the covered picnic tables.
Bring appropriate footwear for concrete, asphalt, boardwalk, gravel, mulch, soil and grass; teachers and leaders should bring drinking water for their group because water fountains are not available. Consider donating items from the farm’s wish list (newspapers, trash bags, laundry detergent, unscented dryer sheets, hand sanitizer, paper towels, gently used fleece blankets).
Maximum group size on site at once is approximately 60 people including adults; for groups over 60, the farm offers staggered entry to manage up to 150 participants. Several restrooms are onsite; some areas are available only with staff supervision.
A small convenience fee is added at checkout through the online booking system; general admission does not include access to the Wildlife Grove area, which may be available as a separate purchase.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is there a group discount?
Yes—discounts apply for groups of 15 people or more.
Are toddlers free?
Toddlers aged 2 and under are free for group field trips.
How long should we plan to spend at the farm?
Plan about 1.5 hours to see the animals, with additional time if you want to eat lunch at the picnic area.
What are the group size limits?
The maximum group size on site at once is approximately 60 people including adults; for groups over 60, staggered entry can be arranged for up to 150 participants.
Is drinking water available onsite?
No—water fountains are not available on the working farm, so teachers and group leaders should bring drinking water for their students.
Is access to all areas included with general admission?
No—General Admission does not include the Wildlife Grove area; access to that area is a separate purchase when available.
Are there restrooms and shelter for lunches?
Yes—several restrooms are available and covered picnic tables are provided for lunches, including sheltered seating in case of inclement weather.