Comments on: Life After the Fires

By: Ken & Marlene Larsen

Ken & Marlene Larsen — Mon, 20 Nov 2017 22:58:17 +0000

We were thinking & Praying for you as we were evacuated from Calistoga. We have visited SAFARI WEST numerous times, and we love it there. So sorry you lost your home Peter & Nancy. We love ALL your animals. May God Bless you & Thank you for protecting the animals.
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By: oskar kirsten

oskar kirsten — Sat, 18 Nov 2017 20:02:04 +0000

Dear Peter and Nancy,
It was more than 20 years ago that my wife Judy and I visited Safari West. I had met you at the 1994 Woodturner Symposium and you had said that you also sold special wood blanks for woodturners on the premises. The visit was special in that as we stopped our VW Vanagon and checked the map, we noticed a shadow and in looking up, saw a juvenile giraffe staring into the windshield. What a treat! We knew we were at the right place. We also remember walking with you as you showed off your property and we were accompanied by a 4-foot tall secretary bird. Taking notes, I presumed.
What a fabulous place you have and such a noble cause that goes with the love.
You showed me your large barn filled with wonderful turning woods you have harvested locally. I could not resist and our VW went home with a load of great pieces.
We are so relieved to know that your wonderful animals were so heroically rescued. Such living treasures could not be replaced easily. Well done. If you lost the barn and wood, I hope there will be more in your future.

Regards,
Oskar and Judy Kirsten
Pres Emeritus, San Diego Woodturners

By: Carol Perkins

Carol Perkins — Thu, 16 Nov 2017 00:21:28 +0000

I was so fretful when I heard that some of the animals had been lost in the fire and some escaped thru broken fences and now to find out that it wasn’t true afterall. I am a two time guest at the Safari Camp. First time was a graduation from high school for my
god daughter . We had a wonderful time and the park is so amazing. The two of us have always dreamt to go on safari and yours was the first and so authentic. This last year I was able to take my god daughter to Kenya and Tanzania . WOW was that amazing. These two trips are top of the list !!!!! The second trip of mine to Safari West was for my sister and I and 4 friends from the area . We had a wonderful time . I recommend this trip every time I get a chance . Keep up the good work .

By: Sandy Carli

Sandy Carli — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 19:01:11 +0000

So happy that Safari West is on the mend after the devastating fires in Sonoma County . I took my young niece and nephew in August, 2016 for the first time. It was thrilling for all of us. Can’t wait to bring the two younger nieces. Safari West is indeed a special place. I do hope that the owners will be able to rebuild their home lost to the fires. I have never met Mr. Lang, but understand he built all the furniture at Safari West and is very hands-on with everything that goes on at Safari West. They have done an incredible job establishing Safari West and I wish them the best reopening in November.

By: Melinda Jung

Melinda Jung — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 13:58:51 +0000

So happy to hear that that there was not more damage and the animals were saved. My family has only been to Safari West once but thats all it takes to be a friend for life. We will be back for sure to show our love and support.

By: Karen Morss

Karen Morss — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 13:54:30 +0000

Of all the newsletters I’ve received from you over the years, none have made me so happy as this one.

You’ll be better than ever! Second chances. I’ve been there eleven times. The twelfth in March will be the best ever!

Peter and Nancy, much love,

Karen Morss

By: Phil Arnold

Phil Arnold — Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:36:00 +0000

So glad to hear that Safari West survived. It is a special place. Thank you, Peter!

By: Jared Paddock

Jared Paddock — Tue, 14 Nov 2017 22:38:12 +0000

In reply to Anne Sands. Thank you for this, we truly appreciate all the love and support we've received. We don't have a waitlist, but if there are any cancellations the opened slots will reappear in our reservation system. Your best bet for now is to keep an eye on the website. Thanks again for thinking of us and I hope we'll see you up here soon!

By: Cheryl Paduano

Cheryl Paduano — Tue, 14 Nov 2017 21:48:46 +0000

Thank you for the update, we also were praying for you guys and all the animals big time and thank God everyone is ok. Sad about the lost homes but thankful for all the lives and Safari West being ok. ❤️

By: Margo Rabin

Margo Rabin — Tue, 14 Nov 2017 20:31:39 +0000

God bless you all. I am so sad that some of you have lost homes.
Thank you for protecting the animals. They depend on us.
My daughter and I plan to visit your wonderful “Safari West” in the spring.
I have been once before and fell in love with everything.
May the Thanksgiving and Christmas season find you all well .
SAFARI WEST DOES STAND TALL…THANKS TO ALL OF YOU.
With Love,
Margo