ACCESSIBILITY
We recognize that our visitors have a variety of abilities! We love being able to share this special place with the public. That said, we are first and foremost a working farm. We want everyone who visits us to feel they have options to see our herd. Scroll on to learn more about the details of the tour and our facilities.
THE TOUR BARN
We are so ox-static to have a newly renovated tour barn, museum and education center! Completed in 2019, our building is ADA accessible. The parking lot is unpaved, however the entrance is accessed from a flat concrete walkway. Restrooms are ADA compliant, and the gift shop and museum are both located on the first floor. The second floor is accessible by stairs or lift, and is used for special programming and events.
THE TOUR
Tours are approximately 45 minutes long with an interpretive guide taking visitors through our chutes to see the herd. The chutes are the same pathways between pastures that we use to herd our animals to and from the barn! The chutes are also used by farm equipment such as our tractor, and pick-up trucks. Chutes are relatively flat gravel, soil, and grass. There will be some ruts and unevenness of surfaces.
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We have had visitors utilize wheelchairs, walkers, and canes to achieve access to our farm. This does not mean that the farm will be universally accessible to all visitors. The individual ability of the visitor and their assistants will determine ultimate accessibility. Motorized scooters can be a means of conveyance on the property though not a guarantee of access. The Musk Ox Farm does not have wheelchairs or motorized conveyance available to visitors on site.
MUSK OX FARM POLICY FOR SERVICE ANIMALS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS, AND PETS
The Musk Ox Farm prides itself in opening our doors to visitors from around the world who represent many different countries of origin, abilities, identities, and other individual traits that bring a rich texture of diversity to the property.
Musk oxen throughout the millennia have had one consistent predator present in their lives, wolves. While we as humans make the distinction between our most beloved furry friends and a fierce predator, musk oxen cannot, all canines are wolves in their eyes. The presence of an unknown dog is reason for distress and even the efforts of a musk ox to eliminate the risk. While we whole heartedly support the benefits ADA ensures for people of all abilities, we cannot risk the safety of our guests, our staff, your service animal, and our herd of animals we are dedicated to giving the greatest care to on a daily basis. We are sorry for any inconvenience this might cause impacting your visit. We have a museum that is fully accessible and welcome you to enjoy that with your purpose trained service animal. If it is possible for you to leave your service animal in your vehicle, we would love to introduce you to our incredible herd that we care for as much as you likely do for your dog.
We appreciate your understanding of this policy.
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EXCLUSION OF SERVICE ANIMALS
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Q25. When can service animals be excluded?
A. The ADA does not require covered entities to modify policies, practices, or procedures if it would “fundamentally alter” the nature of the goods, services, programs, or activities provided to the public. Nor does it overrule legitimate safety requirements. If admitting service animals would fundamentally alter the nature of a service or program, service animals may be prohibited. In addition, if a particular service animal is out of control and the handler does not take effective action to control it, or if it is not housebroken, that animal may be excluded.
Q26. When might a service dog's presence fundamentally alter the nature of a service or program provided to the public?
A. In most settings, the presence of a service animal will not result in a fundamental alteration. However, there are some exceptions. For example, at a boarding school, service animals could be restricted from a specific area of a dormitory reserved specifically for students with allergies to dog dander. At a zoo, service animals can be restricted from areas where the animals on display are the natural prey or natural predators of dogs, where the presence of a dog would be disruptive, causing the displayed animals to behave aggressively or become agitated.
CONTACT US
We recognize that everyone has different levels of comfort, and may decide that the tour is not accessible based on their needs. We are happy to discuss possible alternatives for your visit with us. Please contact the farm with your questions and concerns!
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907-745-4151