Our sanctuary is located among hundreds of Cedar and Douglas Fir trees, where the loudest sound is often the Raven’s wings passing by.

Visiting our Sanctuary

Fall/Winter Schedule 2025/26

Visits by appointment only. We are on limited Fall/Winter Hours schedule now.

SEPTEMBER: Open to the public Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

OCTOBER - MAY: Closed to the public

JUNE - AUGUST: Open Wednesday - Sunday, 10am - 2pm

SPECIAL BOOKINGS: If you have a group visiting the island and wish to book a guided tour during our off season, please contact us.

  • Guided Animal Tours

    Get to know our sanctuary residents up close with an experiential learning opportunity while feeding, brushing or chatting with our residents (as they allow.)

    September: One tour daily: Wed, Thurs, & Fri at 10:30 am for one hour.

    Oct - May: Closed

    $15 per person

    Tour Sign-up

  • Animal Yoga

    Held in various animal pastures. Weather dependent.

    September: Wed & Fri at 11am with the amazing certified instructor Mandy!

    Friday Sept 12th last session for this season. Don’t miss it!

    $20 per person

    Yoga Sign-up
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    Visiting & Store Hours

    Visitors are welcome to view the animals from the pathways, visit our Store and relax on the wooded grounds.

    September: Wed - Fri, 10am to 12pm by appointment.

    October - May: Closed

    Free

    Register
  • Kids and sheep

    Kids Camps

    Please look for 2026 summer camp dates and sign-up through our partner, Island Rec of San Juan Island.

  • Equine Program

    Rescue, retirement and therapy horse program in design. Including workshops, retreats and equine therapy sessions. For more information please contact us.

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    Retreats & Workshops

    A special retreat facility is part of our master plan. Meanwhile if you have a retreat or workshop you’d like to host outdoors on our property, please contact us.

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  • Special Events

    To host your special event outdoors on our sanctuary grounds, please contact us.

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About our Sanctuary

  • Heaven on Earth provides a loving final stop for farmed animals who are ready to retire and for rescue animals who need a safe home. Click right for more --->

  • We are located on 27 acres with majestic Cedar and Douglas fir trees, surrounded by the Salish Sea of the Pacific Northwest. Painting by Andy Pham. --->

  • Five ponds provide fresh water and lots of swimming opportunities for our feathered friends. -->

  • Custom sized shelters in each pasture provide warmth, protection from the elements, safety, and room to snuggle. -->

  • The sanctuary is designed to keep our residents safe, comfortable, well fed, and really happy. -->

  • Giant Cedar and Douglas Fir trees surround the animals, providing shade and clean air. -->

  • Our sanctuary team is always on the lookout for situations that need creative and sometimes quick solutions. -->

  • Meal time is twice a day for all residents, including our resident Crow and Raven protectors. -->

  • Everyone helps in daily cleanup. -->

  • The "middle pond" is a favorite afternoon bathing spot. -->

  • Creative play structures for those who still have energy. -->

  • We honor routines for all animals, including things like bowl colors and exact feeding spots. -->

Phenomenal Animal Facts!