B Bryan Preserve Tours, Point Arena CA

Category & Type :

Activities

Location :

130 Riverside Drive , Point Arena CA

Phone :

707-882-2297

Website :

http://www.bbryanpreserve.com

Information about B Bryan Preserve Tours...

A tour at B Bryan Preserve is designed to give the visitors and animals plenty of space to roam while allowing for close up viewing. Not a zoo, we are a preserve, and so provide open space for the preservation of our endangered species. Located on 100 acres, our antelope and zebra are allowed to live in their near-natural environment.

Join us in the late afternoon at feeding time for an up close view of each species. Enjoy the power and dominance performance of the male antelope, the romping of newborns and the individual personalities of zebra.

Tours are available by reservation only. The 1½ hour tour cost is $20 per adult and $10 for children 10 and under.

The B Bryan Preserve also offers lodging accommodations, to learn more click here.

B Bryan Preserve is committed to the breeding and conservation of African Hoof Stock. Currently we raise, breed and study Roan, Sable and Greater Kudu Antelope as well as Grevy’s and Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra.
Why Hoofed African Mammals?

Founder Dr. Frank Mello and his wife, Judy, have always been wildlife enthusiasts. Frank, a Northern California native, met Judy in the corporate world in Mississippi where Judy was born.

Judy was fortunate to be able to spend time in several parts of Africa experiencing the beauty of the Flora and Fauna that the continent provides.

Frank was introduced to Sable Antelope on a trip to West Texas. That interaction led to a desire to protect and study the majestic animals. In 1998, on family land in Mississippi, the Mello’s founded B Bryan Preserve for the study and conservation of some of the most beautiful antelope in the world - Sable, Roan and Greater Kudu.

An opportunity for Judy to move her job to Northern California became available in 2004. They purchased a 100 acre ranch and moved their 11 animals to Point Arena in Mendocino County. Since then, endangered Grevy’s and Hartmann’s Mountain zebra have been added to the Preserve.

Wildlife habitats around the world continue to decline. Many species are on the verge of extinction because they are being forced out of their native habitat. Degradation of grazing land, overpopulation of humans leading to more poaching for human survival, and AK 47’s in the hands of rebels due to political and social unrest continues to create a crisis for many animals in their native lands.

There is nothing more exciting and extraordinary than hearing the thundering hoofs of a herd of zebra or antelope running across the plains. Groups of animals in large open spaces are a sight to behold. However, many people will never be able to go to Africa and view these majestic creatures in their native habitat.
The Greater Goal

Through educational tours at the B Bryan Preserve, we try to instill visitors with a sense of hope for the future as they learn about the ways we can enhance conservation efforts and get involved with wildlife. By providing up-close and personal interaction with the animals, we hope to encourage visitors to take an interest in the conservation of some of the most magnificent animals on the planet. We also hope to provide awareness of the plight not only of our species of animals, but also what is happening on the African Continent.

Photo Credit: Many thanks to photographer R.H. Carter for his wonderful photographs of our animals. To see more, visit his B. Bryan Preserve
Tours

A tour at B Bryan Preserve is designed to give the visitors and animals plenty of space to roam while allowing for close up viewing. Not a zoo, we are a preserve, and so provide open space for the preservation of our endangered species. Located on 100 acres, our antelope and zebra are allowed to live in their near-natural environment.

Join us in the late afternoon at feeding time for an up close view of each species. Enjoy the power and dominance performance of the male antelope, the romping of newborns and the individual personalities of zebra.

Late afternoon feeding tours are available by reservation only. We must have a credit card number to hold the reservation. Cancellations may be made up to 3 days prior. Card will be charged for no shows on day of tour.

The 1½ hour tour cost is $20 per adult and $10 for children 10 and under. Cash, check, Visa, or Mastercard accepted. Call us at (707) 882-2297 or email fmello@bbryanpreserve.com to reserve a tour.
Directions to B Bryan Preserve

Once you enter Point Arena, turn east onto Riverside Drive off Highway 1. Go up the road approximately 1/8 mile. Turn into the driveway of our two story white Victorian house on the left. Pull to the back and park at the barn.
For your comfort, have a jacket on hand. The fog and wind can descend upon Point Arena in minutes and become chilly. Comfortable walking shoes are also recommended. Expect some mud during the winter.

Don’t forget your camera and binoculars.

Pets are not allowed on B Bryan Preserve for their safety as well as the safety of our animals.
B Bryan Preserve on TV

We were recently featured on San Francisco’s CBS Channel 5 Eye on the Bay, who did this story about traveling up the coast from Jenner to Mendocino. For more news, check out our blog, where we post about new arrivals and other news.
Audio Journey Radio Series

B Bryan Preserve is also featured on Audio Journey Radio. Hear the program here.

Audio Journeys are half-hour documentary style radio programs. They consist of on-location interviews with experts and the sounds of the subjects.

Photo Credit: Many thanks to photographer Bill Lange for his wonderful photographs of the grounds, tours, and guest cottage.Home Comforts Away from Home

Stay with us in comfort and style at one of our cottages. Whether you want to spend a weekend getting to know the animals.

B Bryan Preserve Tours Photo Album