Sizzling Summer Trail

Test your knowledge and skills against the animal kingdom for the chance to WIN AN ANIMAL EXPERIENCE!*

How to take part

Head to the 7 different animal habitats, using the hints overleaf.
Find the letters at each location and fill in the sheet with the letter found in the animal habitat.
Once each letter has been found, figure out what word the letters spell to complete the trail.

Closing date for entries is 2nd September 2025. The winner will be drawn on 9th September 2025 and will be contacted by either email or phone to arrange the animal experience. Dates are subject to availability. One entry per person. The experience must be booked to take place before 28th February 2026. Age restrictions do apply and an adult must attend the animal experience with the winning child.

*Ts and Cs apply.

Write down each letter you find in the following habitats

Use the hints below to find each one, then use the letters to find a word

We are known to be great hunters. Although we may look like dogs, we are actually more related to cats.
What letter can you see in this habitat?*

We have long red hair and are known for being great climbers
What letter can you see in this habitat?*

We are also known as bear cats. Our urine smells like buttered popcorn.
What letter can you see in this habitat?*

We are related to anteaters but much smaller and we have a prehensile tail!
What letter can you see in this habitat?*

We are known for our lovely fur. We love to be kept in a herd, even if that herd is with different animals such as Llamas.
What letter can you see in this habitat?*

Our mighty roars can be heard from about 5 miles away. The males of our species have great hair.
What letter can you see in this habitat?*

We are incredibly good diggers and we have large ears. We are nocturnal and can be found sleeping during the day.
What letter can you see in this habitat?*

Use your letters above to create a word below.

Your Details

Child's Name*

Child's Age*

Guardian's Name*

Email address*

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