🌿 Spring Fling

April 25th | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
6030 Pickerel Drive NE
Rockford, MI 49341
Raffle Tickets

We’re so excited to welcome you to our Spring Fling—a fun, family-friendly fundraiser supporting the care of our rescued farm animals. This is a sold-out event. Entry is limited to guests who reserved a free ticket in advance.

🌸 What to Expect

Family-friendly activities for all ages
Artisan-led experiences
Animal interactions
Food, vendors, and raffles
A meaningful day supporting rescued animals

Rain or shine event
In case of bad weather: scavenger hunt and bonfire/s’mores will be canceled.

🚗 Parking Information

Please carpool if possible
Primary parking: along the main driveway
A volunteer will direct you—please follow guidance
Handicap parking available upon request

Overflow Parking:

Located at Pickerel Lake (across the road)
Shuttle service via golf carts available

💳 Check-In & Payments

Card payments preferred
Each activity booth will have a QR code for payment
After purchasing, stay in line to secure your spot (no waitlists)
Visit the Activities & Raffle Table for help

🎨 Paid Activities

Hosted by talented local artists (tips encouraged). Limited spots are available, so sign up early!

Face Painting
Caricatures
Henna
Chair Massages
Bonfire & S’mores
Animal Feeding
Bath Bomb Making

🖌 Free Activities

Available to all ages!

Rock Painting
Keychain Decorating
Coloring Station
Scavenger Hunt
- Find hidden letters around the farm
- Unscramble them to win a handmade lollipop

🛍 Local Vendors

Shop a curated selection of goods from local vendors during the event.

🎟 Raffle Details

👉 Presale raffle available for non-attendees here

$5 per ticket or 5 for $20
Premium prizes: $10 per ticket or 5 for $40
No limit on entries
Winners drawn after the event (random generator)
You can win multiple prizes

🎨 Live Painting Raffle

Watch a painting created live during the event
Enter to win the piece
Also available for bidding up to one week after the event

🐄 Animal Interactions

Help us keep everyone safe, especially our animals:

Only feed approved feed purchased onsite
Children must be supervised at all times
No running, shouting, or rough behavior
Do not pick up animals
Pet gently and respectfully
Enter pastures only when guided by staff
Disrespectful behavior will result in removal from the event

🌱 Food & Drinks

Available onsite:

Vegan burgers
Vegan hot dogs
Popcorn
Drinks

Bonus: Visit Bostwick Lake Inn

Vegan feature menu available all day
50% of vegan sales support the sanctuary

🌳 Giving Tree

Support your favorite animal and receive a photo of them enjoying your gift! Simply scan the QR code at the event to make a donation like this:

$5 → Treats for Demi (our mini horse 🐴)
$75 → Hay bale for multiple residents
$150 → Support Ali Baba’s medical care

🛍 Merchandise

Support the sanctuary with:

Stickers
Tote Bags
T-Shirts

📸 Event Photos

A photographer will be capturing the day! Photos from the event will be available for download shortly after the event using this link.

🤝 Volunteer

Interested in getting involved?

Visit the Volunteer Booth
Sign up for updates
Join our first volunteer orientation in May