Woodland Park Zoo- PRESS RELEASE

September 7, 2005

Calendar Advisory:

Wine tasting at the zoo’s Jaguar Cove

Contact:
Gigi Allianic, Wendy Hochnadel
206.684.4838; c:206.349.3533
gigi.allianic@zoo.org

What:

Don’t miss this truly unique after-hours experience at Woodland Park Zoo’s Jaguar Cove exhibit. Taste six South American wines including Carmenere from Chile, Malbec from Argentina and other regional favorites. While sampling the wines, munch on South American hors d’oeuvres including scallop ceviche, Argentinian empanadas, Yucca frites and more. Visitors will have the chance to learn more about jaguars from a zoo educator during this exciting event.

When:
Wednesday, September 21, 6:00- 8:00 p.m

Where:
Woodland Park Zoo's Jaguar Cove exhibit near the West Entrance at N. 55th St. & Phinney Ave. N.

Cost:
$30.00 per person plus tax and service charge. Must be 21 years old with valid ID. Reservations required. Free parking.

Info:
For more information about the zoo’s wine and beer tastings, log onto the Web site at www.zoo.org or call 206.684.4825 for more information.

Accredited by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association, award-winning Woodland Park Zoo is famed for pioneering naturalistic exhibits and setting a standard for zoos all over the world. With conservation, education and excellent animal care at the core of the zoo’s mission, the zoo is helping to save endangered species 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 visitors and others to care and act, Woodland Park Zoo is making a difference in our planet’s future.

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