SENIOR ZOO WALKERS
Designed especially for seniors, this program gets you moving!
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Come Join Us!
Senior Zoo Walkers is a self-guided social walking program at the zoo to promote fitness and well-being among adults ages 55 and up. Participants spend time socializing with peers in a beautiful natural setting while learning more about wildlife and the natural world and engaging in healthy activities. This year-round program meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:15 a.m. at the zoo’s south entrance. Throughout the year, the zoo hosts socials that offer participants the chance to learn more about the zoo. Some previous topics of our social include:
- ZooDoo: Where does all the zoo’s poo go?
- Community Conservation and Collaboration
- What about the PLANTS?! – How the zoo grows and maintains our 93 acres
We hope to see you at our next walk!
REGISTRATION
Rates & Registration
Senior Zoo Walkers Registration is by quarter starting January 1st each year. Individuals can register for any combination of quarters each year.
Per Quarter Registration: $20.00
Per Quarter Parking: $10.00
Member discount per Quarter: $10.00
Register
Next Steps
After registering, you can pick up your walking card and parking pass at the Zoo's south entrance on the day and time of the next class from our program coordinator.
If you have questions feel free to send an email to classes@zoo.org.
Zoo Map
Need Help Registering?
Have you already registered for one quarter and need to register for another? Would you like to add a parking pass?
Please follow our registration guide below to assist with adding and modifying your registration.
Registration Guide
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are scholarships available?Yes! If you would like a scholarship, please email us at classes@zoo.org and we will assist with your registration.Is parking available or included? For $10, participants can purchase an optional quarterly parking permit for the Hippo Lot. Entry to this lot is located at the intersection of N 50th St and Fremont Ave N. Parking is allowed on Tuesdays and Thursdays, between 9-11 a.m.
Street parking is available at no charge.
ADA accessible parking stalls are available in all zoo lots. Parking fees do not apply for any vehicle displaying a valid disabled parking placard, in any WPZ parking space.Can someone help me with an accessiblity need?Yes! Please email us at classes@zoo.org to arrange assistance.If I walk the main loop of the zoo, how far would that be?The main loop path of the zoo is 0.8 miles.
Is my Membership and Senior Zoo Walker registration linked?
No. The Senior Zoo Walker registration system is different from our membership portal, so you'll need to create a Senior Zoo Walker account even if you are a member.
We do provide a $10 discount for WPZ members to participate in Senior Zoo Walkers. To receive this discount, you will select the"member discount" button during registration. You will NOT be prompted to enter your member number. Can I register someone other than myself?Yes! People often register a friend or family member for our program as a gift. Please register through our registration system, but remember to email classes@zoo.org after, to confirm that the correct individual will be receiving the Senior Zoo Walker pass.I have already registered for one quarter, how do I register for another?Please follow our tutorial here.
contact
If you have any other questions, please contact us at classes@zoo.org