Calendar Advisory Contact: Gigi Allianic, Wendy Hochnadel
October 24, 2006 206.684.4838 cell: 206.349.3533
Zoo hours
Winter hours — October 15 through March 14, the zoo opens at
9:30 a.m. and closes at 4:00 p.m. daily.
Zoo entrances —
The South Entrance at N. 50th
St. & Fremont Ave. N. and the West Entrance at N. 55th St. &
Phinney Ave. N. are open throughout winter. The North Entrance off N. 59th
St. & Phinney Ave. N. is closed for the winter.
What’s new!
*** NEW *** Zoomazium
Zoomazium is designed for kids ages 8 and under (and their parents) as an indoor, all-season, nature play space. Here, kids can connect with animals, habitats and more through the natural language of childhood – play! The nature-centered, interactive facility is divided into themed zones to encourage active play and learning in a fun, safe, dry environment all year long. Crawl through a hidden cave. Climb a giant strangler fig tree. Squirm through a nurse log. Trade observations for nature items at the Nature Exchange. The new facility is located near the West Entrance at N. 55th St. & Phinney Ave. N. Free with zoo admission. Zoomazium winter hours: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. through March 14.
Winter programs
Programs
are effective November 1 through February 28, 2007 except as noted. Locations
of programs are posted at South, West and North Entrances. Programs are free
with zoo admission.
Elephant Talk — 2:00 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Meet the elephant keepers and learn about the zoo’s magnificent elephants. Discover how Woodland Park Zoo supports elephant conservation in the wild and what you can do to help create a sustainable future for wildlife.
Humboldt Penguin Feeding —
11:00 a.m. Fridays. Here’s your chance
to talk with zoo staff and watch as they feed fish to the endangered Humboldt
penguins.
Piranha Feeding — 11:15 a.m. Fridays. Here’s your chance to talk with zoo staff and watch
as they feed the piranha. You’ll learn about the natural history and captive
management of this amazing predator.
Raptors — 2:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Keepers will introduce you to our resident raptors. Learn more about these hunters of other birds, mammals and fish. Subject to cancellation due to weather.
Reticulated Python Snake Feeding — 11:30 a.m. November 30, December 28, January 25 and February 22 only. Snakes swallow their prey whole, and can eat large animals relative to their own size. Find out how while watching a keeper feed an 18’ reticulated python or other large snake in the Day Exhibit. Program is dependent on the snake’s appetite (prey fed to snake is not alive).
Yellow Anaconda Snake Feeding — 1:30 p.m. November 2, December 7, January 4 and February 1 only. Snakes swallow their prey whole, and can eat large animals relative to their own size. Find out how while watching a keeper feed a 10’ yellow anaconda in the Tropical Rain Forest exhibit. Program is dependent on the snake’s appetite (prey fed to snake is not alive).
More fun…
Bug Club (fee based)
Do you think crickets are cool and ants are outrageous? Then
join Bug Club! Bug Club is for children 5 years and older who love bugs! Bug
Club meets one Sunday per month. For information or an application, call
206.684.4841 or see the Web site at www.zoo.org.
Classes and Camps (fee based)
A wide variety of classes for children, families and adults
are offered on weekends throughout the year. From Early Bird Zoo Tours that take you behind the scenes
with a keeper to Evening Story Safaris for preschoolers to photography at the
zoo for adults and teens…there are many exciting opportunities for individuals
or the whole family! Zooper Day Camps, for children ages 4-13, are offered
during school vacations throughout the year. For information or an application,
call 206.684.4841 or see the Web site at www.zoo.org.
Conservation
Connections
Learn more about Woodland Park Zoo’s involvement in
conservation programs around the world and in our region. Meet a docent at
various exhibits to find out how the zoo and you can actively participate in
ongoing efforts to conserve wildlife, from snow leopards to wild dogs.
Habitat Ramblers: Look for the "Ask Me"
button
Habitat Ramblers can be found in the African Savanna, Northern Trail,
Tropical Asia or in the Tropical Rain Forest. With a variety of animal props
and enrichment items used by keepers, volunteer Habitat Ramblers share
information about bioclimatic zones, animal enrichment activities and
conservation efforts.
Reptiles on Wheels/Bugs on Wheels
While visiting the zoo, look for special carts with banners titled “Reptiles on Wheels” or “Bugs on Wheels.” Stop by and see strange and beautiful reptiles or bugs up close.
Zoo Overnight and Evening Adventures (fee based)
Grab
a flock of your favorite ‘detective’ friends and join zoo staff to unravel the
Mystery of the Missing Penguin. Has he flown the coop? Did someone plan the
perfect penguin caper? Is this a case of ‘fowl’ play? During your adventure
you’ll come up-close and personal with an interesting zoo resident and get the
inside scoop on our animals. Follow a trail of evidence on a guided zoo tour to
determine whodunit.
Pick up a flyer at the Education Center or call 206.684.4839 for reservations. Information and registration are also available on our Web site at www.zoo.org.
Willawong Station —
The Bird Feeding Experience —
·
Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily through February
28.
·
Free admission Monday through Friday, no seed sticks
available.
·
$1 admission on weekends and school holidays through
December 31.
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Beginning January 1, free admission daily, seed
sticks available weekends and school holidays only.
This walk-thru bird feeding experience transports visitors
to the world of the Australian parrot – and the Australian grasslands
habitat – right here at the zoo. Willawong Station is a fun opportunity
for the whole family to get up close and feed birds in a controlled, safe
environment while learning about responsible care for birds both in the wild
and at home. The aviary includes approximately 150 free-flying birds, primarily
small colorful Australian parrots.
Winter events
Pumpkin Bash
—
Saturday and Sunday, October 28-29, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Woodland Park Zoo’s annual Pumpkin Bash gives you the chance
to see many of the zoo’s animals munch, crunch and smash their way through
these tasty treats. For a complete list of activities, check out www.zoo.org.
Pumpkin Prowl, presented by Bartell Drugs,
October 27, 28, 5:00-9:00 p.m. and October 29,
5:00-7:00 p.m.
Celebrate Halloween at the zoo this year for spooktacular trick-or-treating, glowing pumpkins and fun-filled activities for the entire family. Trick-or-treaters are encouraged to wear costumes! Tickets will be on sale at all Bartell Drugs locations and at the zoo starting Monday, October 2. Ticket prices are: $9 adults; $7 children 17 and under; free for children 2 and under. There is a $2 discount if tickets are purchased at Bartell Drugs. This is an after-hours fundraiser so regular zoo membership privileges do not apply. For more information, visit www.zoo.org or call the event hotline at 206.615.0076.
Thanksgiving
Buffet, November 23
First
seating: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (arrive by 11:30 a.m.)
Second
seating: 1:00-3:00 p.m. (arrive by 2:00 p.m.)
Third
seating: 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. (arrive by 4:30 p.m.)
Feast among
the beasts with a traditional Thanksgiving dinner at the zoo’s Rain Forest Food
Pavilion! Tear into a feast of carved turkey and ham with all the traditional
fixins’ and a dessert buffet. There will also be a cash bar. Also, enjoy an
up-close visit with a raptor! Cost for members: $21.95 for adults; $12.95 for
children ages 3-10; free for children ages 2 and under. Cost for non-members: $26.95 for
adults; $16.45 for children ages 3-10; free for children ages 2 and under. Prices include zoo admission! Price does not include service charge or tax.
Advance reservations and pre-payment required. For more information and
reservations, call 206.684.4825.
Holiday
Breakfast, 9:30-11:00 a.m./Santa Photos, December 9, 16
The zoo’s Rain Forest Food Pavilion offers a delightful buffet breakfast and a mini-performance of The Nutcracker. Buffet features an omelet station, scrambled eggs, potatoes, crepes, bacon and sausage, Danishes, mini-muffins, fresh fruit and beverages. PLUS: don’t miss a visit from Santa! Cost for members: $21.95 for adults; $12.95 for children ages 3-10; free for children ages 2 and under. Cost for non-members: $26.95 for adults; $16.45 for children ages 3-10; free for children ages 2 and under. Prices include zoo admission! Price does not include service charge or tax. Advance reservations and pre-payment required. For more information and reservations, call 206.684.4825. Additional cost for Santa photos.
Valentine’s Day Dinner
7:00 – 11:00 p.m., February 14, 2007
Are you looking for a
unique, yet romantic way to spend your Valentine’s Day? Then spend an elegant
and romantic evening with your loved one at Woodland Park Zoo’s Rain Forest
Food Pavilion æ
complete with a 5-course gourmet dinner and the sexy sounds of a live jazz
band. Also enjoy an up-close encounter with a raptor. Cost: $50 per person.
Reservations and pre-payment required. Price does not include service charge or
tax. For more information and
reservations, call 206.684.4825.
General information
Hours: Zoo opens at 9:30 a.m. daily, 365 days of the year. Closing times vary: 5:00 p.m. March 15 through April 30; 6:00 p.m. May 1 through September 14; 5:00 p.m. September 15 through October 14; 4:00 p.m. October 15 through March 14.
Zoo admission: Adult (13-64) $10.50; Child (3-12) $7.50; Toddler (0-2) Free. Seniors and disabled receive a discount and zoo members receive free zoo admission year-round. Parking: $4.00. Parking is limited. Please call Metro at 206.553.3000 for bus service to the zoo.
Info: For more information and how to become a zoo member, call 206.684.4800 or 684.4026 (TTY), or visit the zoo’s Web site at www.zoo.org.
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Accredited by the
Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA), award-winning Woodland Park Zoo is
famed for pioneering naturalistic exhibits and setting international standards
for zoos all over the world. Conservation, education and excellent animal care
are at the core of the zoo’s mission. The zoo is helping to save animals and
their habitats in Washington state and around the world including tree kangaroos,
snow leopards, red-crowned cranes, African wild dogs, western pond turtles and
Oregon silverspot butterflies. By inspiring people to care and act, Woodland
Park Zoo is making a difference in our planet’s future.