Woodland Park Zoo- PRESS RELEASE


May 06, 2003

Celebrating Wildflowers at Woodland Park Zoo

Contact:
Gigi Allianic
206-684-4838
gigi.allianic@zoo.org

What:
Woodland Park Zoo and The Washington Rare Plant Care and Conservation Program are teaming up to bring you Celebrating Wildflowers, an event that promotes conservation and enjoyment of native plants in their native habitats and in national forests. Information about rare wildflowers and games and activities for all ages are offered such as: wildflower coloring pages; conifer identification by its cones; a pollinator game; leaf rubbing; a wildflower stamp safari; and much more.

When:
Saturday, June 7, 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Where:
Celebrating Wildflowers will be held in a covered structure behind Woodland Park Zoo’s Butterflies & Blooms. Enter through the Butterflies & Blooms Conservation Garden near the West Gate at N. 55th St. & Phinney Ave. N.

Cost:
Free with zoo admission. Zoo members receive free zoo admission year-round. Admission ranges from free for toddlers to $10.00 for adults; King County residents receive a discount.

Info:
For more information about Celebrating Wildflowers, call Laura Zybas at 206-616-0780 or rarecare@u.washington.edu. For general zoo information or call 206-684-4800.

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