08/22/2025
Bonner County Fairgrounds Animal Evacuation Information
The Bonner County Fairgrounds is currently accepting ONLY evacuated animals.
No evacuees may camp on the grounds. RVs, campers, and vehicles cannot be stored or dropped off at the Fairgrounds.
Those with RVs or campers may visit camplife.com to rent a campground space (based on availability).
Animals Accepted:
- Rabbits, goats, sheep, horses, cattle, pigs, alpacas, and llamas (space permitting).
- Not accepted: Birds of any kind, dogs, cats, reptiles, or other specialty pets.
Owner Responsibilities:
- All care, including feed, water, veterinary needs, and food/water receptacles.
- Provide identifying information (collar, ear tag, etc.) and records, if possible.
- The Fairgrounds will attempt to separate animals, but cannot guarantee it. They are not responsible for any illness, injury, or loss.
Check-in Process:
- Animals must be checked in and paperwork completed. Animals may not be dropped off unattended—any left without check-in will be considered abandoned.
- Check-in hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM at the Boyer Road entrance.
- The Fair Office may be closed at times; closure updates will be posted on Facebook and the Fair Office notice board.
After-Hours Arrivals:
- If arriving outside posted hours, call 208-920-9680. Fairgrounds staff will meet you to assist.
- Animals must remain trailered until staff arrives.
Retrieval of Animals:
- Owners are required to return and retrieve their animals.
- Any animals left unattended, not cared for, or unclaimed will be turned over to the Bonner County Sheriff’s Office.