REAL CLOSE TOURS


Learn more about the zoo and go behind the scenes with a Real Close Tour

 
 

Public Programs - Fall /Winter

Programs take place from October 1, 2011 through April 30, 2012.*


All programs are free with zoo admission except where noted.

 * Programs may be canceled without notice. Please see signs at zoo entrances for the latest schedule and locations.

PLEASE NOTE: The carousel will be closed March 19-April 1 for annual maintenance.

Keeper Chats, Feedings and Fee-based Activities

Programs may be canceled without prior notice at any time. Check for locations at the information screens at the West Entrance or the kiosk at the South Entrance. Reservations are not required for scheduled animal feedings listed.

Daily Feedings and Contact Opportunities

   

Feed the Penguins!

11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (or until fish are gone. Also depends on birds' appetites.)

$5 for 4 fish. Daily

Willawong Station Bird feedings

 

 

10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

 

$1 per seedstick, cash only please.

Available weekends, holidays and school breaks

Historic carousel

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Weekdays

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Weekends/Holidays

$2.00 per ride

Saturdays

   

Willawong Station chat

11:30 a.m.

FREE 

Elephant keeper chat

2:00 p.m.

FREE 

Raptor flight demonstration

 1:00 p.m. (except holidays)

FREE

Sundays

   

Willawong Station chat

11:30 a.m.

FREE 

Elephant keeper chat

2:00 p.m.

FREE

Raptor flight demonstration

1:00 p.m. (except holidays)

FREE

Tuesdays

   

Quarters for Conservation keeper chat

11:30 a.m.

FREE - Brown bears in the Taiga building

     

Wednesdays

   

Quarters for Conservation keeper chat

 11:30 a.m.

FREE - Western pond turtles in the Day Exhibit

     

Thursdays

   

Quarters for Conservation keeper chat 

 11:30 a.m.

FREE - Brown bears in the Taiga Shelter

     

Fridays

   

Quarters for Conservation keeper chat 

 11:30 a.m.

FREE - Tree kangaroos at Day Exhibit

     

Zoomazium and Nature Exchange Programs

Zoomazium
Kids 8 years and under and their caregivers love Zoomazium! The indoor, nature play space offers play and learning in a fun, safe and stimulating environment all year long. Kids can connect with animals, habitats and more through the natural language of childhood --- play! Crawl through a hidden cave. Climb a giant strangler fig tree. Enjoy daily programs for toddlers and older children.

9:30 a.m. to
4:30 p.m.
Daily

Nature Exchange Trading
Investigate dinosaurs, fossils and the prehistoric past. Bring in your drawings, photos, research or cool nature items. You can earn points and trade for the natural items in our ever-changing collection!

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Daily

Creature Feature
Children can get up close with live furred, feathered or scaly animals. Meet the star from a puppet story. Practice observation skills to discover who's in the Mystery Box. Design a play space for a curious creature and watch as it explores.

10:30 a.m.
Daily

Shake, Rattle & Roar!
Toddlers and caregivers are invited to sing, dance and play instruments to animal and nature-themed music.

11:30 a.m.
Daily

Puppet Show
Animal puppets tell stories and sing songs. Children are invited up to dance and meet the puppets after the show.

3:45 p.m.
Weekends and holidays

 
 

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