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Your butterflies are carefully shipped via overnight delivery. They will arrive
the day before your event with full instructions. The butterflies are kept in their
package until shortly before the release. At that time, the butterflies are distributed
to the guests and at that special moment, released. As the butterflies emerge, they will
be ready to spring into action for everyone to enjoy! Your imagination is the limit when
it comes to planning your release. We would be happy to offer suggestions.
The
Native American Legend is popular to read at weddings.
How Are They Shipped?
Your young butterflies are hand fed, exercised and carefully packaged with plenty of cushion,
each in their own envelope for safety and shipped in an insulated box with a cold pack. This
keeps their body temperatures cool and allows them to remain in a dormant, sleep-like state during
shipment via overnight delivery. They have plenty of oxygen and are capable of living for up to 4
days on their own body stores.
In keeping with USDA regulations, we are not permitted to ship Monarchs west of the 100th meridian
(Rocky Mountains).
What Are The Best Conditions for a Release?
Butterflies can only be released in temperatures 65° F or above. They must also be released no
later than one hour before sunset to allow them time to find food and shelter before nightfall. Releases
are not safe during rain or heavy wind and definitely not indoors.
How Many Should I Order?
A good rule of thumb is approximately 2 dozen per 50 guests for a mass release. Of course the more butterflies, the more dramatic
the effect. For an individual release, it is completely up to you to determine how many of the guests are to be involved in the
release. For example, all of the guests vs. only members of the bridal party.
When Do I Order?
It is suggested orders be placed at least 45 days in advance to insure the butterflies will be ready in time for
your event. We know that in some cases such notice cannot be given and those orders will be gladly filled whenever possible.
Funerals are the exception.
How Do I Order?
You may place an order using our
online order form or by
contacting us directly. We accept checks, money orders, and
all major credit cards online through PayPal
(PayPal is a free service, providing an online credit account to ensure secure purchases). A 50% nonrefundable deposit is required when ordering with the remaining
to be paid 2 weeks prior to delivery.
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