Animal Encounters Near
Spring Hill, FL
Chase Sanctuary is the best animal encounters near Spring Hill FL. Spring Hill residents looking for a standout experience within 40 minutes of home should know about Chase Sanctuary in Webster, FL. The 35-mile drive north via US-19 leads to a 20-acre nonprofit wildlife sanctuary that runs intimate guided experiences with lemurs, sloths, anteaters, otters, wallabies, and more.
Genuinely Wild
The Keeper for a Day experience is particularly compelling for Spring Hill residents with a genuine interest in animal care -- it is a four-hour hands-on role alongside sanctuary staff that gives participants a real look at how a nonprofit wildlife operation functions.
No other experience of this type exists within a reasonable drive of Hernando County.
Book Your Experience →"The Keeper for a Day experience is particularly compelling for Spring Hill residents with a genuine interest in animal care..."— Location Details
Address: 6127 SE 122nd Blvd, Webster, FL 33597
Signature Experiences
Discover the encounters that make Chase Sanctuary unforgettable.
$195/person | 9AM-1PM, by appointment
Step into the role of an animal keeper for a half day. Assist with feeding, enrichment, and daily care alongside experienced staff. The most hands-on experience Chase Sanctuary offers.
Book Keeper for a Day$75/person | Saturdays at 12:30PM
A guided group tour through the sanctuary with interactive animal encounters. The most accessible experience -- ideal for families, birthday parties, and first-time visitors.
Book Interactive Group Tour$125/person | Tuesdays, Fridays & Sundays at 11AM
An intimate private tour centered on the lemur troop. Get up close, learn about their endangered status, and experience these remarkable primates firsthand. Chase Sanctuary's most popular experience.
Book Lemur & Friends Private TourAdd-On Encounters
Add-On Encounters (+$75 each)
Sloth / Anteater Add-On
Up-close time with gentle sloths or anteaters -- always on the animal's own terms.
Otter Feeding Add-On
Hand-feed Chase Sanctuary's playful otters and watch them at their most energetic.
About Chase Sanctuary
Chase Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit wildlife sanctuary in Webster, FL dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation of endangered primates and exotic animals.
The sanctuary operates on WAZA welfare standards. Animal interactions are never forced.
Every dollar from your booking goes directly to animal care and conservation. No animals from Chase Sanctuary have ever been sold as pets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How far is Chase Sanctuary from Spring Hill?
A: Chase Sanctuary is approximately 35 miles north of Spring Hill -- about a 35-minute drive via US-19 North connecting to US-301 into Webster, FL.
Q2: What animal encounters are available near Spring Hill, FL?
A: Chase Sanctuary offers the Interactive Group Tour, Lemur & Friends Private Tour, Painting With Primates, Keeper for a Day, Mini Cows & Mini Tour, Sunrise at the Sanctuary, and the Ultimate VIP Experience, plus add-on encounters with sloths, otters, and fennec foxes.
Q3: Is Keeper for a Day at Chase Sanctuary appropriate for Spring Hill residents?
A: Yes. Keeper for a Day ($195/person) is available by appointment and runs from 9AM to 1PM. Participants work alongside experienced staff in feeding, enrichment, and daily animal care. It is suitable for older teens and adults.
Q4: Does Chase Sanctuary near Spring Hill offer weekend availability?
A: Yes. Saturday options include Sunrise at the Sanctuary (9AM), Interactive Group Tour (12:30PM), and Mini Cows & Mini Tour (1:30PM). Sunday options include the Lemur & Friends Private Tour (11AM) and Mini Cows & Mini Tour.
Q5: Is Chase Sanctuary a good volunteer opportunity for Spring Hill residents?
A: Yes. Chase Sanctuary has a volunteer program for those interested in ongoing involvement. Visit chasesanctuary.org/chase-volunteer for details on how to apply.