Experience the wilderness of Arkansas like never before with tickets for two to the Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Eureka Springs, AR. 

Turpentine Creek's goal is for every visitor to learn more about the plight of big cats in the U.S. A visit to the Education Station will ensure everyone leaves with a better understanding of the refuge's mission. Many visual displays outline the physiology of big cats. Their "Touch and Feel" center lets you get hands on with cat fur, whiskers, toys, and more. A medical display educates you on several common ailments the refuge encounters – from ingrown claws to abscessed teeth. On display are an actual tiger claw and cougar canine (removed for medical purposes). A trip to the Education Station completes your experience at one of the largest big cat refuges in the world. 

Feeding time at Turpentine Creek is an event not to be missed. Every day, the hard-working interns prepare and feed over 1000 pounds of meat – mostly chicken, thanks to the generosity of Tyson foods – to all the cats at the refuge. While viewing feeding time, visitors can experience the true power of these big cats; hear the low growl of the tigers, high pitched screams of the cougars, and caroling of the lions. The cats are fed once a day, in the evening, in order to simulate their natural instincts to hunt during the evening and overnight. All guests visiting the refuge at any time during the day are encouraged to either stay or come back (free of charge) to witness this truly amazing event. Feeding times range from 4 p.m. (in the winter) to 5 p.m. (in the summer), but it is best to call ahead to ensure you do not miss any of the excitement.