MURRAY FARM FIELD GUIDE
Down Under Meets the Trees: Intimate Sloth & Kangaroo Encounter at Scatter Joy Acres
A one-hour, private guided encounter at Scatter Joy Acres in Murray, Nebraska that pairs close-up time with a sloth and a kangaroo alongside other animal ambassadors—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Down Under Meets the Trees: Intimate Sloth & Kangaroo Encounter at Scatter Joy Acres.
Set on the peaceful grounds of Scatter Joy Acres in Murray, Nebraska, this intimate, one-hour encounter brings together exotic and farm animals for a hands-on, educational visit. Guests meet sloths and kangaroos up close, learn about those animals’ behaviors and habitats from experienced staff, and enjoy the quieter pace of a private tour designed for small groups.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Meet the Sloth, the Kangaroo, and Other Residents
During the encounter you’ll meet select animal ambassadors—including a sloth and a kangaroo—and learn meaningful stories and natural-history facts about them in a calm, personal setting.
Small-Group, Keeper-Led Walkthrough
Each tour is guided by a knowledgeable zookeeper who provides a concise introduction, leads a guided walkthrough of key areas, and ensures guest safety and animal wellbeing throughout the visit.
Barnyard Time and Farm Friends
Beyond the exotic ambassadors, the tour includes up-close time with farm animals—llamas, goats and other barnyard residents—with feed buckets available for purchase to enhance the experience.
What the day feels like
What the Hour Feels Like
The encounter unfolds as a deliberately paced, educational hour: a brief arrival and check-in, a welcome and overview from your guide, a guided tour highlighting the property and its animals, hands-on or observational time with scheduled activities, and a short Q&A before departure.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this encounter suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Wear closed-toe shoes; avoid open-toe footwear and Crocs. If you plan to feed barnyard animals, feed buckets are available for purchase on-site.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the encounter?
The encounter lasts one hour.
Where do I meet for the tour?
Meet at the Scatter Joy Acres location in Murray, Nebraska; please arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in.
Are there age limits for participants?
Children must be at least 5 years old; anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult, and all participants must have paid admission.
What is the group size limit?
Group size is limited to six people.
What is the cancellation and rescheduling policy?
Bookings can be rescheduled up to 24 hours before the scheduled tour; after that a $25 rescheduling fee applies. The operator does not offer refunds for cancelled bookings.
Can encounters be cancelled due to weather?
Yes. Encounters are subject to change or cancellation based on weather conditions.