We understand that facing the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia has been tough on everyone in our community, and we believe that a little adventure, laughter, and fun can go a long way in helping you heal and recover. That's why we're thrilled to extend a warm welcome to our neighbors affected by Hurricane Idalia.
We're here to offer some well-deserved time away. If you reside in one of the counties eligible for Hurricane Idalia FEMA disaster assistance, you and up to six members of your party can enjoy a day of adventure, laughter, and unforgettable memories - on us!
How to Claim Your Free Admission:
We invite you to take some time away to enjoy the glow of Great Pumpkin LumiNights, the flavors of the Pumpkin Spice Festival, thrilling rides, captivating shows, and amazing wildlife encounters.
We can’t wait to see your smiles, hear your laughter, and be part of lasting memories for you and your family.
Sept. 23-24. Visit WildAdventures.com/Calendar to view operating hours.
Free admission will be offered to first responders, utility workers and residents in a county designated by FEMA as eligible to receive Hurricane Idalia disaster assistance.
Who qualifies as a first responder?
Wild Adventures recognizes first responders as defined by the online support organization ID.me, and those professions include:
LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS
Police Officers (Federal, State, and Local) - Active & Retired
Sheriff / Sheriff's Deputy
Correctional Officer
State Trooper
Federal Law Enforcement Officer (for example, Customs & Border Protection Officer, Air Marshal, etc.)
Park Police & Park Rangers
Probation & Parole Officers
Bridge and Tunnel Officers
Detention Officers
Railroad Police Officers
School Resource Officers
Auxiliary & Reserve Sheriff Deputy or Police Officers
Animal Control Officers who are credentialed as a Law Enforcement Officer
Fire Marshals who are certified Law Enforcement Officers
Court Bailiffs/Court Officers (must be hold law enforcement credentials)
FIREFIGHTERS
Career Firefighter (Federal, State, and Local)
Wild-land firefighter/ Prescribed fire burn manager
Volunteer Firefighter
Fire Marshal
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Paramedic
Medical Helicopter Pilot
Flight Nurse
911 DISPATCHERS
Police, Sheriff, Fire or EMS Dispatcher
Fire Communications Officer
Public Safety Telecommunicator
FEMA has designated several counties in Georgia and Florida as eligible to receive federal assistance connected to Hurricane Idalia.
GEORGIA COUNTIES (FEMA Declaration)
Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Berrien, Brantley, Brooks, Bulloch, Camden, Candler, Charlton, Clinch, Coffee, Colquitt, Cook, Echols, Emanuel, Glynn, Jeff Davis, Jenkins, Lanier, Lowndes, Pierce, Screven, Tattnall, Thomas, Tift, Ware, Wayne
FLORIDA COUNTIES (FEMA Declaration)
Alachua, Baker, Bay, Bradford, Brevard, Calhoun, Charlotte, Citrus, Clay, Collier, Columbia, DeSoto, Dixie, Duval, Flagler, Franklin, Gadsden, Gilchrist, Gulf, Hamilton, Hardee, Hernando, Hillsborough, Jefferson, Lafayette, Lake, Lee, Leon, Levy, Liberty, Madison, Manatee, Marion, Nassau, Orange, Osceola, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Putnam, Sarasota, Seminole, St. Johns, Sumter, Suwannee, Taylor, Union, Volusia, Wakulla
At least (1) adult in each party must show proof of residency. Examples of proof of residency include a valid driver’s license, government ID or utility bill.
If you are a resident of an eligible county, you will receive free admission for yourself and up to (6) people in your party. Everyone in your party must be present when your residency is established to receive free admission. Free admission for additional members of you party cannot be granted at a separate time.
I am a first responder or utility worker. How many people can receive free admission with me?
If you are a first responder or utility worker and provide proof of employment, you will receive free admission for yourself and up to (6) people in your party. Everyone in your party must be present when your occupation is established to receive free admission. Free admission for additional members of you party cannot be granted at a separate time.
No. Children accompanying an adult with valid proof of residency will be given free admission.
Examples of proof of residency include a valid driver’s license, government ID or utility bill matching your ID.
No. This offer is for families living in areas eligible for Hurricane Idalia FEMA assistance.
No. You must present proof of residency each day to receive admission.
Yes. Parking at Wild Adventures is $18 per vehicle, per day.
You may visit all three days in which this offer is in effect: Sept. 23-24.
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No. This offer is only available Sept. 23-24.
No, rain checks do not apply to this offer.
No, the “Next Day Free” offer is not included with complimentary admission.
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