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The Toucan Rescue Ranch has had the opportunity to work with renowned networks such as National Geographic, Animal Planet, BBC Earth, and CNN News. As a rescue center, we are eager to spread awareness about wildlife conservation and the struggles that wildlife face in today's industrialized world. Additionally, TRR has had the privilege of educating and sharing our mission with some of the internet’s most avid bloggers, photographers, and videographers.

Filming Agreement & Contract

If you are a videographer, production company, or photographer interested in filming some of Costa Rica’s most exotic and beautiful animals and the work of rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing wildlife - Then Toucan Rescue Ranch is the right place for you. To start filming with us, please review Toucan Rescue Ranch's Filming Agreement. For scheduling, donation fees, and restrictions please email [email protected]. 

 

Filming Agreement

Please review this document and email us for additional information & scheduling.

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The Blog

  • High Schooler Sloths go to College

    Posted on November 17, 2017

    Since Toucan Rescue Ranch’s humble beginnings our motto has always been: Rescue. Rehabilitate. Love. Liberate. An axiom that was truly felt on November 9. It was this day that we loaded eight sloths into a car and drove them to their new home – The Release Site. Accompanied by Founder Leslie Howle, Veterinarian Janet Sandi […]

  • Idaho Girl Finds Paradise

    Posted on October 12, 2017

    Howdy! I am the Release Site Coordinator at Toucan Rescue Ranch’s Release Site located in Sarapiqui de Heredia, Costa Rica. I’m from Sandpoint, Idaho, a little town located in the Idaho Panhandle, nestled between the Selkirk and Cabinet mountain ranges, alongside Lake Pend Oreille, not far from the Canadian border. I’m happiest when I am […]

  • Esmeralda’s Rehab Journey

    Posted on July 17, 2017

    I happened upon Esmeralda in my first week at the Toucan Rescue Ranch (TRR). She was clumsy and uncoordinated- the kind of animal I’m normally drawn to- so I instantly felt connected to her. As time went on, I learned she had come from the illegal pet trade, but there wasn’t much else known about her history. […]

  • The Sloth Journals

    Posted on July 9, 2017

    Age: ~ One year and nine monthsPlace of Origin: GuapilesCurrent Weight: 2.5 kgNicknames: Chai Picante, NosferatuSpecial Talents: Adventuring, sleeping like a vampire Chai is the eldest of the high school kids (perhaps his size alone being the giveaway). The black coloration of his limbs and body and his habit of sleeping like a vampire give him […]

  • Tabu the Endangered Oncilla

    Posted on July 5, 2017

    The Oncilla (Leopardus tigrinus) sometimes referred to as a tiger cat, is one of the smallest felid species in the Americas. Their coat is typically a light brown colour with dark brown/black splotches as such they are often mistaken for Margays or Ocelot although they are considerably smaller weighing on average 1.5 to 3 kg. […]

  • Why Enrichment is SO Important

    Posted on June 28, 2017

    [In the picture above. Pablo, a volunteer, offers Izzy a customized paintbrush so she can become her very own Picasso.]The happiest animal is a free animal. The Toucan Rescue Ranch (TRR) and everyone that works here truly believe that. The goal of our organization is to keep animals free. The bulk of our animals arrive […]

Participate in Wildlife Conservation with Toucan Rescue Ranch!

Toucan Rescue Ranch is a non-profit organization dedicated to rehabilitating and conservating Costa Rican wildlife. We offer a variety of events and volunteer opportunities for individuals and groups interested in helping with their mission.

One of their most popular events is the Sloth Ironman Games, where sloths compete in enrichment activities and challenges. This provides a fun opportunity for viewers to learn about the importance of sloth conservation. We also offer guided tours of their facilities, where visitors can see the animals up close and learn about their stories and rehabilitation process.

For those looking to get more involved, Toucan Rescue Ranch offers volunteer opportunities for both short-term and long-term commitments. Volunteers can assist with animal care, habitat maintenance, and educational programs.

By participating in these events and volunteering with Toucan Rescue Ranch, individuals can directly impact wildlife conservation efforts in Costa Rica and help ensure the survival of these incredible animals for future generations.

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