Zoo Tracks - Happy Holidays from Blank Park Zoo

Zoo Tracks | page six
2013
Special Events Calendar
Out of Africa Conservation Series
Dr. Amy Dickman | March 28
Bill Konstant | April 25
With the Zoo’s new exhibit Jaama Kwa “Connection to”
Africa opening this spring, our conservation series will
feature a speaker on a majestic African animal. Dr. Dickman
of Oxford University will focus on lions, and Bill Konstant of
the International Rhino Foundation will share about rhino
conservation. The series is discounted for Zoo members at
$15/session (regularly $20).
Eggstravaganza
Saturday, March 30
Participate in this egg-cellent
Easter fun with the animals of
the Zoo, which includes egg
hunts, scavenger hunts, crafts
and games, and a visit from the
Easter Bunny himself! Check
the Zoo’s Facebook and Twitter pages beginning March 25 for
clues about the Golden Egg Hunt!
Members’ Night | Friday, May 3
Enjoy a special, members-only preview of our newly
renovated Africa exhibit. Meet the Zoo’s new black rhinos,
listen to live music, enjoy crafts and inflatable fun. Join us
for this FREE members evening from 5 to 8 pm.
I Do at the Zoo Bridal Show | Sunday, May 5
Wedding planning can be a bit of a zoo in itself! Let us help
with the process – Blank Park Zoo invites all soon-to-be brides
to meet dozens of vendors, including DJs, local cake shops,
dress boutiques and photographers as you get ready for your
big day. Ever pictured saying “I do” at the Zoo We’ll help you
do just that Sunday, May 5!
Adventure Days | May 1
August 10
This summer series revolves around
inspire an appreciation of the natur
conservation and recreation. Adven
creativity through crafts and games
hunts and activities, and educate th
conservation. There’s something for
Gators on the Green |
Join us for the 2nd Annual Gators
event to help Blank Park Zoo furth
our Zoo Ambassadors, this tourna
Club is on par with the best events
Zoo Brew
Wednesdays in June,
July & August
For those over 21, the Zoo
comes to life after hours every
Wednesday in the summer.
This popular event features
different themes, bands and
drinks while guests enjoy the
animals of the Zoo. The middle of
to look forward to!
Rhino Rampage | Satur
Get ready for a revamped Blank Pa
Challenge, plus an all new Kids Da
new Jaama Kwa ‘Connection to Afr
honor our black rhinos!
Campout at the Zoo | F
Take a snooze at the Zoo with you
overnight experience unlike any ot
Zoo after-hours and hear the howl
of the morning on this campout ad
ZACC Conference | Ju
The Zoo is excited to host the inte
Aquariums: Committing to Conser
Moines. See pages 4-5 for more det