ANNUAL REPORT 2006 - Denver Zoo

MISSIONSTATEMENTTo provide a wildlife conservancy whichoffers high quality experiences in an urbanrecreational setting.To provide environmental educationwhich inspires public awareness of globalconservation.To engage in scientific programswhich make meaningful contributionsto the conservation of animals andtheir ecosystems.DENVER ZOOVISIONDenver Zoo will be internationallyrespected as a leader in animal careand exhibition, conservation programs,scientific study, environmental education,and public service.Denver Zoo receives major funding from the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) which was createdby the metro Denver voters in November 1988. SCFD supports hundreds of organizations in Adams, Arapahoe,Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas and Jefferson Counties. Our sincerest thanks to all for this importantregional support.Denver Zoological Gardens is established and maintained by Denver Zoological Foundation, Inc., for thepeople of the City and County of Denver and for the general public in cooperation with the Denver Parks andRecreation Department.Photo credits: Dr. Dave Augeri | Felise Buckheart | Roxanne Davis | Rick Haeffner |Melanie Kaknes | Dr. Dave Kenny | Dale Leeds | Dave Parsons |Steve Peterson | Dr. Rich Reading | Amy Sarno | Suzanna WingardGraphic design: Peak Creative MediaEditorial Team: Clayton Freiheit | Pat Moredock | Craig PiperPrinting:Sprint PressThe FSC logo identifies products from well-managed forests.1996 Forest Stewardship Council A.C., SW-COC-XXXX2Above | Zookeepers share behavioral training sessions with zoo guests inPahali ya Simba (Place of the Lion) Interpretive Center. Here an African lionstands for a belly check.