Events

The Brainerd Jaycee's Ice Fishing Extravaganza is an event that we have been happy to participate for many years. Annually, we send volunteers from our organization to act as bus greeters during this huge event! If you aren't joining in the fun of this big day in any other way, consider volunteering with Wild and Free!

Our annual garage sale event is one for the history books! Each year, we collect material donations from the community. We do not accept clothes, large appliances, or anything that is broken or missing pieces, but everything else is fair game. All donations are then compiled into a large garage sale to benefit our operation. You never know what you will find! Donations can be dropped at Garrison Animal Hospital at any time. 

Donations Accepted:                                                                 

Sunday, May 5th from 12:00pm-6:00pm

Monday, May 6th from 10:00am-6:00pm

Tuesday, May 7th from 10:00am-2:00pm 

Sale Dates: 

Tuesday, May 7th from 3:00pm-7:00pm

Wednesday, May 8th - Friday, May 10th from 8:00am-7:00pm

Saturday, May 11th from 8:00am-2:00pm

Wild and Free is always present at Garrison Play Days! These fun summer days are filled with food, activities, and a parade! Come out to visit us at our booth to purchase raffle tickets, see our float in the parade, and celebrate our wonderful community! Our Raffle Grand Prize is $1000 donated by Baratto Brothers Construction! 

July 19th - 21st, 2024

The Ripple River Gallery Fall Open House is one of the fan favorite events of the year! We are graciously invited along to the open house each year as a benefit for our operation, and we often release raptors in our care at the end of the event. The bird release is tentative, based on the bird's ability to fly. 

Saturday, September 21st, 2024

Ruttger's Oktoberfest is a wonderful event with music, food, and a craft fair! This fall event is a wonderful activity to get outdoors and enjoy the fall weather. Find our booth and come say hello!

Dates TBD

Give to the Max Day is a day in November in which Minnesotans come together to raise funds for non-profit organizations and schools across the state. We have been happy to participate in this event, and have received an outpouring of support. This day of giving is organized through GiveMN, our chosen portal for online donations. In 2023, $34.2 million dollars was raised and divided between 6,619 organizations, including Wild and Free. We'll see you next year! 

Date TBD