WILD IN THE COUNTRY: MAY 9 AT LIONS, TIGERS & BEARS

May 3, 2009 (Alpine) –Looking for a truly wild night out? Dust off your boots for a hoedown with the Country Cats at Lions, Tigers & Bears, San Diego County's only wild cat rescue facility. The event features a barbecue, visits with exotic big cats and other ranch animals, “Splash” performing artists, plus a silent and live auction hosted by Channel 8’s Larry Himmel. The top prize is a South African photo safari for two—perfect for the wild at heart.

Other auction items include a vacation in Mammoth, VIP tickets for the finale of “Dancing with the Stars” (including hotel), a “Roaring Wild Nights” campout at Lions Tigers & Bears, a helicopter ride, clubhouse season passes to the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, Padres tickets, a signed Tony Gwynn Hall of Fame jersey, Chargers memorabilia, a behind-the-scenes tour at the Wild Animal Park, a Julian get-away complete with bed-and-breakfast, dinner and carriage ride, and more.

The event takes place on Saturday, May 9th from 1 to 5 p.m. at the nonprofit Lions, Tigers & Bears facility just east of Alpine. Tickets must be purchased in advance—and this event usually sells out, so early reservations are recommended. Tickets for adults are $95 after May 3 ($80 for early-birds), and $45 for children.

To purchase tickets and get directions call 619-659-8078 or visit www.lionstigersandbears.org.