FAQ’s
What kinds of animals are at the park?
From May through October, the park is host to a variety of farm animals, many of which are on loan from local farming families. Draft horses, donkeys, cows, sheep, goats and pigs-some that come as babies or yearlings-become part of he authentic sights, sounds and smells of a little farm. Rabbits, chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese and peacocks live at the park all year long. The peacocks were an anonymous gift to the park many years ago and have made Hovander their home.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes dogs are welcome in most areas at Hovander Park. Approximately half of the park is designated as off leash. Dog walkers are asked to help enhance everyone’s enjoyment of the park by keeping pets on leash in designated leash areas and leaving pets at home when exploring areas where pets are not allowed due to wildlife concerns. * See map (on home page)
When is the Hovander House open?
The Hovander House is open to the general public on weekends, beginning in May from noon to 4:30. From June through Labor Day in September, the house is open Thursdays through Sundays, noon to 4:30pm. For pre-season and post-season tours, or specials private and educational tours, please call the park at 360-384-3444.
When is the boardwalk at Tennant Lake open and closed?
The boardwalk is usually open when the park grounds are open, daily from 8am to dusk, January through September, except during special evening programs. However, it is closed during hunting season, which usually runs September through January. Tennant Lake is reserved for duck and goose hunting during hunting season only. For more information about hunting and fishing regulations, call the Tennant Lake Interpretive Center at 360-384-3064.
When is the Tennant Lake Tower open?
Both the Tennant Lake Observation Tower and the Water Tower at Hovander are open when the park grounds are open, daily, from 8am to dusk. A camera mounted on top of the Tennant Lake Tower provides disabled visitors a wide range of views without having to climb stairs.
How do I register for classes at Tennant Lake?
Click on www.co.whatcom.wa.us/parks/tennantlake/index, Tennant Lake and register on line or contact the Tennant Lake Interpretive Center at 360-384-3064 or in person at 5236 Nielsen Avenue, Ferndale, Washington.
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