MURRAY FARM FIELD GUIDE
Up Close with Night’s Little Leapers: A Bushbaby Encounter at Scatter Joy Acres
A 30-minute, small-group guided encounter at Scatter Joy Acres in Murray where visitors age 5 and up meet bushbabies and other animal ambassadors in a calm, educational setting.
Up Close with Night’s Little Leapers: A Bushbaby Encounter at Scatter Joy Acres.
On a working farm outside Murray, Nebraska, Scatter Joy Acres pares a zoo visit down to an intimate, educational encounter: a half-hour session that brings you into the world of bushbabies—little, nocturnal primates known for their huge eyes and extraordinary jumping—alongside other exotic and farm animal ambassadors. The experience is guided, small-group, and designed to be both informative and quietly immersive, a pocket of calm where animal stories and hands-on moments replace the bustle of larger facilities.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A peaceful farm escape
Scatter Joy Acres offers open space and fresh air, an intentionally slow-paced atmosphere where visitors can step away from daily distractions and be present with the animals and the landscape.
Personal, small-group encounters
Visits are limited to small groups so interactions feel intentional and unhurried, allowing meaningful, guided time with animal ambassadors under the care team’s supervision.
Close and memorable animal connections
Participants repeatedly cite the genuine, heartwarming moments with the animals as the most memorable part—interactions designed to educate while creating lasting impressions.
What the day feels like
What the encounter feels like
The encounter unfolds as a concise, guided exploration: a brief welcome and orientation, a guided walkthrough of key areas and ambassadors, then scheduled hands-on activities and exploration time focused on the bushbabies and other ambassadors. The pace is deliberate—short, informative segments that let guests observe quick movements, curious behaviors, and hear the distinctive calls of these small primates while the care team explains their natural history and adaptations.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this visit suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Wear closed-toe shoes—open-toe footwear and Crocs are not permitted.
For safety around animals and enclosures, the operator requires closed-toe shoes; please avoid open-toe shoes or Crocs.
Everyone who enters the programs must be a paying participant; plan for each person to purchase the required admission.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Bushbaby Encounter?
The encounter runs approximately 30 minutes.
Where do I meet for the program?
Meet at Scatter Joy Acres; the location is 4107 Waverly Rd, Murray, NE 68409.
Is there a minimum age to participate?
Yes—children must be at least 5 years old. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult, and children ages 5–18 require their own paid admission.
How many people can join an encounter?
Group size is limited to six people per encounter.
What is the operator’s cancellation or rescheduling policy?
Bookings can be rescheduled up to 24 hours before your scheduled tour; after that, a $25 rescheduling fee applies. The operator does not offer refunds for cancelled bookings, and encounters are subject to change or cancellation based on weather conditions.
Are there footwear or other requirements?
Closed-toe shoes are required; open-toe shoes and Crocs are not permitted.