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APRIL 2013

Easter Celebration

The 6th Annual Tulip Luncheon

Easter CelebrationSaturday, March 30, 10 am – 2 pmAn egg-citing event for children that includes treat stations throughout the park, children’s activities,popular animal egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny and the Search for the “Golden Eggs” for a chance to win amazing prizes.

The 6th Annual Tulip LuncheonWednesday, April 10, 11am-1pmCome celebrate the garden and enjoy guided tours of more than 100,000 blooming tulips, a catered lunch, presentation from the Zoo’s Director of Horticulture, and exclusive plant sale featuring rare items from the Zoo’s nurseries. Please call Allison Gibbs at (513) 487-3327 to make your reservation today. Proceeds benefit the Zoo’s horticulture efforts. Tickets $75 ($50 for Zoo Volunteers).

April 4 Comet Bluegrass All-Stars Magnolia Mountain April 11 Jake Speed & The Freddies The Turkeys

April 18 Shiny & the Spoon Shiny Old Soul

April 25 The Cliftones The Ark Band

April 4, 11, 18, & 25, 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Enjoy FREE concerts by some of the hottest local bands in the garden every Thursday evening during Zoo Blooms.

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Lectures are held at the Cincinnati Zoo’s Frisch’s Theater in the Harold C. Schott Education Center.All lectures begin at 7 pm.

visit cincinnatizoo.org for more informationWinifred & Emil Barrows Conservation Lectures series presents:

John Kamanga – Thursday, April 11 2013 Cincinnati Zoo Wildlife Conservation Award RecipientCoexistence, Collaboration, and Culture. The story of the Maasai of the South Rift ValleyJohn Kamanga is a Maasai elder and chairman of the Olkiramation Group ranch in the South Rift Valley of Kenya. He also coordinates conservation projects for the Kenyan government and other international organizations. His most remarkable work is in his community, where humans still coexist with wildlife amid powerful social and environmental pressures. He is Jonah Western’s African Conservation Centre partner in the region, where the Cincinnati Zoo has been involved for a decade.

Steven C. Amstrup, PhD – Wednesday, May 15 Saving polar bears: The Problem and the CureSteven C. Amstrup is Chief Scientist & Vice President of Conservation Science for Polar Bears International. Dr. Amstrup joined Polar Bear International after 30 years leading Polar Bear Research at the U.S. Geological Survey in Alaska. He will describe polar bear ecology, emphasizing their reliance on sea ice for capturing prey, and discuss global warming basics posing a threat to polar bears, before presenting solutions to this problem.

Colleen Begg, PhD – Wednesday, March 27Meeting Face to Face to see Eye to Eye: Promoting Coexistence between Lions and People in Niassa Reserve, MozambiqueColleen Begg and her husband, Keith, have worked on researching and conserving carnivores in South Africa, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, and Mozambique. In 2003 they founded the Niassa Lion Project in the remote wilderness of the Niassa Reserve in Mozambique. Through film, photography, research, and field conservation they are working to secure the large carnivores in their remote region to conserve one of the Earth’s “Last of the Wild” places.

Olivia Judson, PhD – Wednesday, May 1 The Planet MakersOlivia Judson is an evolutionary biologist and writer based at Imperial College London. A graduate of Stanford and Oxford, she is the author of Dr Tatiana’s Sex Advice to All Creation: The Definitive Guide to the Evolutionary Biology of Sex, which has been translated into more than 15 languages and was also made into a tv show. She is presently working on a second book.

William Conway, PhD – Wednesday, April 17Zoos and Wildlife Conservation; a defining moment?Dr. William Conway, is the all-time great lion of the zoo industry, as well as a renowned thought leader on wildlife conservation. He served as Director of the Bronx Zoo for 43 years, where he led the transformation into modern zoo naturalistic exhibitry, 50 years ago, and since has built the Wildlife Conservation Society into one of the world’s leading conservation organizations. Dr Conway will discuss the challenges of keeping wildlife in an ever more crowded world of people.

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The Barrows Conservation Lecture Series is made possible by the ongoing support of the family of Winifred & Emil Barrows.

LECTURE TICKET PRICING– Purchase Tickets Online at cincinnatizoo.orgIndividual Tickets : Zoo Members/Volunteers: $12 Non-Zoo Members: $14

Lecture Series: Zoo Members/Volunteers: $55 Non-Zoo Members: $65Parking is free of charge in the Vine Street Parking Lot.

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MAY 9 • JUNE 20 • AUGUST 15Taste a selection of wines as you stroll through the Zoo.

ZOO BREW OCTOBER 3Fun is “on tap” at the Zoo for our annual beer tasting.

“Make plans to join us for the Zoo’s wildly popular fundraising series to support CREW in 2013! A Toast to the Wild benefits the Lindner Center for Conservation and Research of Endangered Wildlife (CREW). This series is comprised of early evening events which increase the ex-posure of CREW locally and raise funds to support their groundbreak-ing research. Held in various locations throughout the park, each event features live music, animal encounters, and light fare donated from popular local restaurants.

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January 10, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Experience a classic safari by traveling to Kenya, departing June 21, 2013. Stacy Fiorentinos, President of Classic Escapes, will share her knowledge and personal experiences on the various camps, activities and adventures that will take place on this exciting journey to Kenya. Escorted by Doug Feist, Conser-vation Education Animal Manager. Your journey will take you from the animal sanctuaries in Nairobi to the “Jewel of Africa,” the Maasai Mara, and everything that Kenya has to offer. This is Kenya at its finest.Please RSVP to Christina at 513-487-3318 or christina.a@cincinnatizoo.orgThese preview evenings are COMPLIMENTARY.

January 17, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Take an adventure to Namibia and Botswana, departing June 15, 2013. Dick Mills, President of World Discovery Safaris will be able to discuss the various sites and parks that will be visited. Es-corted by Brian Jorg, Manager of Horticulture. T, this 15-day Southern African Safari has been designed to provide you with an incredible wildlife adventure. In Namibia, you will visit the internationally recognized Cheetah Conservation Fund, developed under the direction of Dr. Laurie Marker and supported by the Cincinnati Zoo. In Etosha, three full days will be spent at one of Southern Africa’s best loved wildlife sanctuaries, before flying to Victoria Falls and the renowned safari paradise of Botswana.Please RSVP to Christina at 513-487-3318 or christina.a@cincinnatizoo.orgThese preview evenings are COMPLIMENTARY.

Kenya Trip Preview

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Travel Previews are held in the Harold C. Schott Education Center. Parking is free of charge.

May 31, 2013

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4-5 YEAR OLDS WHERE IN THE WORLD? All aboard! Campers will take a journey from the North to South Pole and every habitat in between! Along the way they’ll experience animal encounters, hikes to animal habitats from every continent, and even get to feed some long-necked neighbors and some colorful feathered friends! It’s sure to be an adventure!

Dates: May 27-31 July 8-12 June 3-7 July 15-19 June 10-14 July 22-26 June 17-21 July 29-August 2 June 24-28 August 5-9 July 1-5 August 12-16

6-7 YEAR OLDS EXTREME ANIMALS Are you extreme enough?? Animals are out of this world, equipped with outrageous abilities like being able to dive a MILE deep into the ocean! Join us as we meet extreme animals and discover why they do the amazing things they do. Your camper will explore the animal and plant kingdoms at their extremities and meet in the middle for cool sci-ence experiments and up close creature features.

Dates: June 3-7 July 8-12 June 10-14 July 15-19 June 17-21 July 22-26 June 24-28 July 29- August 2 July 1-5 August 5-9 August 12-16

8-11 YEAR OLDS CHOOSE-YOUR-OWN-ADVENTURE: ANIMAL RESCUE We have an action packed week planned for your camper. Campers will choose adventures that require teamwork to understand animal populations and what information should be collected to help rescue these animals. Everyday camper’s will rescue a different animal, make measurements, take weight and estimate population sizes using field techniques.

Dates: June 3-7 July 8-12 June 10-14 July 15-19 June 17-21 July 22-26 June 24-28 July 29-August 2 July 1-5 August 5-9 August 12-16

12-14 YEAR OLDS ZOO CAREERSRunning a zoo involves a lot more than meets the eye. Join us for a week of exploring the many jobs involved in taking care of the Zoo’s animals and creating a great experience for Zoo visitors. You’ll get a chance to get down and dirty and creative with hands-on activities, animal demonstrations, & behind-the-scenes tours. We’ll also round out the experience with some guest speakers who will give you a better understanding of the variety of zoo careers that are here at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden.

Dates: June 3-7 July 8-12 June 10-14 July 15-19 June 17-21 July 22-26 June 24-28 July 29-August 2 July 1-5

All sessions meet 9 am-4 pm, Monday-FridayCost: Members: $210 / Non-Members: $225

Full Day Camps include a summer camp T-shirt, snacks (campers pack lunch), giraffe, goat and

lorikeet feeding, animal shows, train rides, a 4-D theater experience (except 4-5 year olds), live ani-mal encounters, games, hikes, and so much more!

Before Care session: 8-9 am- $30 / After Care session: 4-5:30 pm- $35

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SHAKE, RATTLE AND ROLLDoes your child like to jump, hop, swing, or climb? Bring your little mover and shaker to meet some of our Zoo’s movers and shakers! We’ll take a look at feet, fins, flippers, and wings and see how animals move around their world. Each day, we’ll explore animal locomotion with hikes in the Zoo, crafts, games, and close encounters with some live animal “movers.” Whether it’s by land, sea, or air, you’ll little one will enjoy this action-filled summer Zoo adventure!

Dates: May 27-31 (am only) July 8-12 June 10-14 July 22-26 June 24-28 August 5-9

FUR, FEATHERS AND SCALESAre all animals covered in skin like ours? No way! Animals havedifferent coverings that help them slither, hide, hover, and so much more! Campers will fly, flutter, slither and scurry through the week as they experience up-close animal encounters, Zoo hikes, songs, games, and crafts!

Dates: June 3-7 July 15-19 June 17-21 July 29-August 2 July 1-5 August 12-16

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FEAST FOR THE BEASTS Termites, durian fruits, and elephant dung are just a few of the unusual tasty “treats” that animals like to eat! In the Zoo’s unique learning environment, your child will enjoy discovering the world of herbivores, carnivores, omnivores, and scavengers and where each animal fits into the food chain.

Dates: May 27-31 (am only) July 8-12 June 10-14 July 22-26 June 24-28 August 5-9

JUNGLE JOURNEY Come on a tropical safari with us! This camp will explore the tropical rainforest where we will meet every animal under the canopy! From singing gibbons to hooting gorillas, campers will take a trip aroundthis awesome biome and discover the hidden jewels of the tropical rainforest.

Dates: June 3-7 July 15-19 June 17-21 July 29-August 2 July 1-5 August 12-16

HALF DAY CAMPS HALF DAY CAMPS A.M. sessions meet 9 am-12 pm, Monday-Friday

P.M. sessions meet 1-4 pm, Monday-FridayCost: Members: $100 / Non-Members: $115

Half Day Camps include a summer camp T-shirt, snacks, live animal encounters, games, hikes, animal feeding opportunities, keeper talks, and so much more!

8-11 YEAR OLDS ANIMAL MYTH BUSTERS This year we will be busting bigger myths than ever before! Everyone knows that bats don’t get caught in people’s hair. But what about snakes – can they really dive out of a tree? And what about cock-roaches – can they really lose their head and survive…for a week? Join us as we separate fact from fiction in the world of animal lore.

Dates: May 27-31 (am only) July 8-12 June 10-14 July 22-26 June 24-28 August 5-9

YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT! From Mangoes to Meat, you sort of are what you EAT! Join us, during this week long adventure, to see what our animals here at the zoo enjoy for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Campers will have a chance to look behind the scenes and encounter animals at every turn. Dates: June 3-7 July 15-19 June 17-21 July 29-August 2 July 1-5 August 12-16

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SAVING WILDLIFE AND WILD PLACESWhat is the Zoo doing to protect wild animals and plants and the habi-tats that they need to survive? What does H.I.P.P.O. stand for and why should you care? After 5 days of visiting exhibits, spending time with Zoo staff, and meeting some animal ambassadors, you will discover the answers to these questions as well as while encounter some of the challenges zoos and wildlife face every day. Dates: June 24-28 (am only) July 29-August 2 (am only) July 15-19 (am only)

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WHAT’S FOR DINNER?Have you ever been as hungry as a horse? Do you eat like an animal? We’ll take hike in the Zoo, meet some special animal friends, and play a game that will help us find out what animals really like to eat. We’ll learn about animals that are “picky” eaters and even some that will eat just about anything! Dates: March 2: 11am-noon March 8: 1-2 pm March 12: 10-11 am or 1-2 pm March 13, 14, 16: 9:30-10:30 am, 11am-noon or 1-2 pm March 15: 1-2 pm or 4:30-5:30 pm

Sign up for individual classes, or for the entire series and save! No charge for accompanying adult. Cost per Class: Members: $11 / Non-Members: $15 Cost for Series: Members: $27 / Non-Members: $39

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Sign up for individual classes or for the entire series and save! No charge for accompanying adult.

Cost per Class: Members: $11 / Non-Members: $15 Cost for Series: Members: $27 / Non-Members: $39

TAILS, TAILS, TAILSWhat would you look like if you were the fastest animal on land and had a tail like the cheetah? We’ll discover why tails are so important to animals by trying on some different animal tails and meeting some special animal guests with unusual tails. We’ll even make a tail that you can wear home! Dates: March 2, 6, or 7: 9:30-10:15 am or 11-11:45 am March 8, or 9: 9:30 – 10:15 am, 11 – 11:45 am or 1-1:45 pm March 13 or 14: 11-11:45 am

BE A LITTLE BUGGYInsects live all around us and come in many shapes, sizes, and colors. Learn about some of the insects you can find at the Zoo as well as some you may see in your own backyard. We’ll play games, make a craft and then meet some of our animal friends up close and see if you can pick out the “buggy” imposter!Dates: April 6, 10, or 11: 9:30-10:15 am or 11-11:45 am April 12, or 13: 9:30-10:15 am, 11-11:45 am, or 1-1:45 pm April 17, or 18: 11-11:45 am

ANIMAL TEXTURESFrom the softness of fur to the smoothness of a turtle shell, animals are covered in a variety of textures. With the help of some animal friends that you can touch, we’ll explore how different animals feel and why they feel the way they do. Dates: May 4, 8, or 9: 9:30-10:15 am or 11-11:45 am May 10 or 11: 9:30 – 10:15am, 11–11:45 am, or 1 – 1:45 pm May 15 or 16: 11– 11:45 am

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Note: Due to the hands-on, interactive nature of these programs, siblings not fallingwithin the 18-36 month age range cannot be accommodated. However, infant siblings are welcome on the dates listed as infant welcome.

Sign up for individual classes or for the entire series and save! No charge for accompanying adult.

Cost per Class: Members: $10 / Non-Members: $14 Cost for Series: Members: $16 / Non-Members: $24

COLOR QUESTBright, vibrant flowers are blooming, green leaves and grass are all around…Spring is a great time to learn about colors! We will take a stroll through the Zoo, look closely, and let nature help us to learn our colors.Dates: March 13, 26, 29 or 30: 9:30-10:15 am or 11-11:45 amInfants Siblings Welcome: April 9 or 12

9:30-10:15 am or 11-11:45 am

CREATURE FEATURESWhat body parts do we have in common with the Zoo animals? Noses? Feet? Eyes? Come to the Zoo and we’ll take a stroll to learn which creature features we share with the Zoo’s animal residents.Dates: April 23, 26, 27 or May 11: 9:30-10:15 am or 11-11:45 amInfant Siblings Welcome: May 7 or 10:

9:30-10:15am or 11-11:45am

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SPLISH SPLASHFrom otters to penguins, many animals spend a lot of their time in the water! With an animal demonstration, hike, and craft, we’ll learn about these aquatic creatures and how their bodies help them to be at home in their watery world. Dates: April 6: 11am-noon April 12: 1-2 pm April 16: 10-11 am or 1-2 pm April 17, 18, 20: 9:30-10:30 am, 11am-noon or 1-2 pm April 19: 1-2 pm or 4:30-5:30 pm

COLOR ME BEAUTIFULFrom the bright wings of a butterfly to the eye-popping tail of a peacock, many animals have bright, bold, and beautiful colors that are meant to stand out rather than blend in. Come and learn about why these animals are trying to be noticed and what their colors communicate to us and others of their kind.Dates: May 4: 11am-noon May 10: 1-2 pm May 14: 10-11 am or 1-2 pm May 15, 16, 18: 9:30-10:30 am, 11am-noon or 1-2 pm May 17: 1-2 pm or 4:30-5:30 pm

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Sign up for individual classes, or for the entire series and save! No charge for accompanying adult.

Cost per Class: Members: $12 / Non-Members: $16 Cost for Series: Members: $30 / Non-Members: $42

ANIMAL MAGICIANS Join us as we explore animal disappearing acts, animal escape artists, and animal illusionists. These clever creatures seem to disappear right before our eyes! We’ll walk along side masters of camouflage during our hike through the Zoo, then meet some animal magicians in the classroom.Dates: March 15: 4:30-6 pm March 16: 1-2:30 pm March 21: 10-11:30 am March 23: 9:30-11 am or 11:30-1 pm

EGG-STRAORDINARY EGGSWhen Jessica frog discovers a “chicken” egg, you’ll be surprised at the antics that follow! Join us for the entertaining story, “Extraordinary Egg” by Leo Lionni as we discover the many different animals that start their life as eggs! Animal friends, a craft, and a hike will help us in our discovery! Dates: April 19: 4:30-6 pm April 20: 1-2:30 pm April 25: 10-11:30 am April 27: 9:30-11 am or 11:30-1 pm

MARVELOUS MAMMALSWhat do rhinos, manatees, and armadillos have in common? They’re all mammals! Find out what it takes to be a mammal and discover the amazing diversity among them. We’ll meet some special guests then explore the Zoo as we search for more on our mammal scavenger hunt. Dates: May 17: 4:30-6 pm May 18: 1-2:30 pm May 23: 10-11:30 am May 25: 9:30-11 am or 11:30-1 pm

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FAMILY CAMP OUTFamilies with children 5 years old and up are invited to pitch a tent behind the Giraffe Ridge exhibit. Then we will prowl the Zoo for night creatures, cats, and crawlies. This program focuses on behavior and physical adaptations of animals, especially nocturnal animals. Bring your own tent and sleeping bag and camp out under the stars at the Zoo!

Dates: April 20 or May 18: 6 pm-9 amCost: $30/Member $35/Non-Member

FAMILY SLEEP WITH THE MANATEESDid you know that The Cincinnati Zoo is one of only two institutions outside of Florida that rescue and rehabilitate manatees? Come experience a once-in-a-lifetime sleepover with these gentle giants! During the overnight you will enjoy two sneak peeks behind the scenes, hike the Zoo at night, play games, experi-ence animal encounters and fall asleep with our resident manatee, 2000 pound Betsy, swimming at your feet

Dates: March 16, April 20 or May 18: 6 pm-9 amCost: $30/Member $35/Non-Member

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8-11 YEAR OLDSSign up for individual classes, or for the entire series and save!

Cost per Class: Members: $12 / Non-Members: $16 Cost for Series: Members: $20 / Non-Members: $28

SPOTLIGHT ON ANTS Ants are some of the most extraordinary and socially complex animals on the planet! Ants, although small, are mighty in their defensive behaviors and sheer numbers! Their defensive behaviors range from sharp mandibles to spraying acid! They live in colonies with populations larger than New York City! Join us for the complex world of ants! Dates: April 13 or 27: 2:30-4 pm April 19: 4:30-6 pm April 20: 1-2:30 pm April 25: 10-11:30 am

SPOTLIGHT ON RHINOS With five species of rhinos in the world, the Cincinnati Zoo hosts three of these species, including Suci one of our Sumatran Rhinos. Discover how our keepers care for these magnificent animals as we learn about the biology of the rhino. Dates: May 11 or 25: 2:30-4 pm May 17: 4:30-6 pm May 18: 1-2:30 pm May 23: 10-11:30 am

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12-14 YEAR OLDSBACKSTAGE PASS JR Is your 12-14 year old looking for a more in-depth, once-in-a-lifetime experience at the Zoo? These specially designed classes allow an opportunity for an up-close and personal look at some of the places the Zoo animals call home, and most even include an encounter with Zoo animals! All participants will receive a keepsake backstage pass nametag on a zoo-themed lanyard as a souvenir of their adventure.Note: Due to the nature of these programs, age limits must be adhered to. In addition, due to space restrictions, parents cannot be accommodated in behind-the-scenes areas, unless otherwise noted.

Cost: Members: $30 / Non-Members: $45

FEATHERED FRIENDS How many fish does a puffin eat for lunch? Where do the Zoo’s lorikeets go in the winter? How do you get a job taking care of such cool birds? Get the an swer to these questions and more when we take a guided behind-the-scenes look at the Wings of the World bird house. Don’t forget to bring your camera! Dates: March 9: 10-10:45 am

VIP BACKSTAGE PASS JR This program includes all of the perks of the Backstage Pass programs, but with special added experiences and a keepsake photo.Cost: Members: $50 / Non-Members: $65

THE HIDDEN ZOO What does the Zoo do with animals that are between exhibits or need privacy in order to successfully breed? Come visit the Zoo’s Mast Farm to find out! Don’t forget your camera, because during this program, you will get a behind- the-scenes look at rare animals such as the Zoo’s cheetahs and rare birds that call the farm home. You will also get the inside scoop on when there will be more baby cheetahs on the way!

Note: due to this class’ off-grounds location, one parent driver accompanying each pay ing participant may also pay to participate. All visitors to the farm must be accompanied by Zoo staff at all times; therefore, drivers who do not choose to participate are not permitted to remain on farm-grounds during their child’s program. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Dates: April 20: 9-10 am

YOUTH PROGRAMS FAMILY & ADULT

These family-oriented programs explore wildlife through animal demonstrations and hikesthough the Zoo as well as crafts or games in a manner that is sure to be fun for all ages.

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8-11 YEAR OLDSMAMMALS: LAND, SEA & AIRMammals are a group of incredibly adaptable creatures that can dash at top speeds, swim in the sea, and fly through the air! During the course of this 4 week program we will explore the diversity found within the class of mammals and the amazing adaptations these animals have that allow them to thrive in their habitat. We will go in depth into some of your favorite mammals at the Zoo and learn about their ecology, biology and behavior. Come every week, make great friends, learn about wildlife, and get involved in making a difference. STEPS1. Become a mammal expert2. Make a creative project on your favorite animal3. Work with peers to take action and help protect animalsPURPOSEWhen I’ve finished this course, I will understand mammal diversity and will have taken part in conservation

Cost: Members $55/Non Members $70Dates: Choose to come every Thursday, Friday, or Saturday for 4 weeksThursdays- 10-11:30am, Feb. 21-March 14Fridays- 4:30-6pm, Feb. 22-March 15Saturdays- 1pm-2:30pm, Feb. 23-March 16

BEASTLY BEHAVIORSHop like a bunny, creep like a caterpillar, fly like a bat. Animals sure do move their bodies in a lot of different ways! During the course of this 4-week program, we’ll explore the different ways that animals move around their world. With dramatic play, songs, animal visitors, and hikes into the zoo, participants will not only learn about animals, but will also work on their gross and fine motor skills and social skills in a fun environment with their peers.STEPS1. Dance and sing songs with friends2. Learn how animals move and move like one!3. Make fun animal craftsPURPOSEWhen I’ve finished this course, I’ll know how to move like the animals.

Dates: Choose to come every Tuesday, Friday, or Saturday for 4 weeks

Cost: Members $45/Non Members $60Tuesdays- 10-10:45am, Feb. 19-March 12Fridays- 11-11:45 am, Feb. 22-March 15Saturdays-10-10:45 am, Feb. 23-March 16

Visiting the Zoo is a wild adventure full of fun interactions with family and animals, but the Zoo can also be an excellent place for children to learn and grow over time. The Zoo is proud to offer a new opportunity for your child: Zoo Troop. These new 4 week courses encourage the development of impor-tant skills and values that will help your child reach their full potential and build a strong connection with the natural world. Join us at the Zoo as we explore a different fun and interactive topic every month and foster caring, confident, and inspiring young people who know and love the wild world around them.

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HURRAY FOR MOM! Many animals (including humans) have close relationships with their mothers. From the gentle jaws of an alligator to the comfy pouch of a wallaby, come and learn about our zoo moms as we prepare to celebrate all moms on tomorrow’s holiday just for them.

Dates: May 11: 10:00-11:30 amCost: Members: $7/Adult, $7/Child Non-Members: $11/Adult, $11/Child

FAMILY NIGHT HIKESWould you like to prowl the Zoo after hours when the crowds have gone home? Well, come on down for these fun-filled, family-oriented evening adventures at the Zoo!

Cost: Members: $7/Adult, $7/Child Non-Members: $11/Adult, $11/Child

WHEN PIGS FLY Can cats fish and elephants paint? Do Giraffes wear sun screen? When pigs fly! Join us in celebrating Cincinnati’s Flying Pig Marathon at the Zoo as we discover unbeliev able facts about our animals that will leave you thinking, “ Well, could pigs fly?” We will go on a hike through the zoo, meet some amazing animals, and so much more during this fun and informative family-friendly program.

Dates: May 4: 6:30-8:pm

HEY BABY! The Zoo babies are here and they sure are cute! Come and learn some informa tion about them such as their name, birthdays, and what their family lives are like. With some animal visitors in the classroom and an after-hours Zoo hike, we’ll learn why each birth at the Zoo is cause for celebration and if there are any more babies on the way!

Dates: May 3, 10, 17, 18, 24 or 31: 6:30-8:pm

FAMILY PROGRAMSThese family-oriented programs explore wildlife through animal demonstrations and hikesthough the Zoo as well as crafts or games in a manner that is sure to be fun for all ages.

VIP BACKSTAGE PASSAre you looking for a more intimate, once-in-a-lifetime experience at the Zoo? Look no further than the VIP Backstage Pass Programs! All programs include an up-close and personal look at some of the places the Zoo animals call home and most even include an encounter with Zoo animals. All participants will receive a keepsake backstage pass on a zoo-themed lanyard as a souvenir of your adventure.

THE HIDDEN ZOO Back by popular demand! Did you know that the Zoo has an off-grounds breeding facility to house animals that are between exhibits or need privacy in order to successfully breed? The Mast Farm is just that place! Don’t forget your camera, because during this program, you will get a behind-the-scenes look at rare animals like the Zoo’s cheetahs and rare birds that call the farm home. You will also get the inside scoop on when there will be more baby cheetahs on the way! Cost: Adult Members: $60 Adult Non-Members: $75 Dates: May 11: 8-9:30 am

ADULT PROGRAMSMust be 15 years old and up to participate.

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In this workshop you will learn about potting soils, choosing the right plants, and how to care for a container garden. Included in the registration fee are all the materials and plants necessary to create your own movable garden masterpiece. Dress appropriately - this is a hands-on class.

GARDEN PROGRAMSCONTAINER GARDENING

Dates: May 29: 6-7 pmCost: Adult Members: $45 Adult Non-Members: $50

Roar like a tiger. Fly like a bird. Move as slowly as a sloth. Explore the world of animals and plants in a fun new way – through yoga! You and your child will discover more about animals and plants through the practice of yoga. This fun and active program is a beginner/mid-level level class for adults and children and can serve as a great foundation for developing an interest in wildlife and fitness that can last a lifetime. Yoga mats are provided. Please bring a bottle of water and wear comfortable clothing.

Dates: March 2, April 6, or May 4: 10-11 am Cost per Class: Members: $7 Adult/$7 Child Non-Members: $11 Adult/$11 Child Cost for Series: Members: $15 Adult/ $15 Child Non-Members: $27 Adult/$27 Child

Adults and 4-10 year olds are invited to join us to foster fitness, family and fun with wildlife at the Zoo. Adults and children must purchase separate tickets.

The Zoo offers local educators the opportunity to participate in graduate-level course work right here on Zoo grounds! Zoo Expeditions are a suite of graduate courses offered through Project Dragonfly at Miami University. Register online in April.

For more information or to register, go tocincinnatizoo.org/expeditions.

Make the Zoo your Campus!

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Visit cincinnatizoo.org/plan-your-visit/behind-the-scenes-experience/to learn more and to schedule your experience.

 

LOOK BEHIND-THE-SCENES! Rhino Roundup• Meet and Greet with Nikki our Indian Rhino! Enjoy the opportu nity to feed and bath Nikki as well learn about her history and the research, led by our CREW scientists, to save her species. • Create your own painting on canvas with Nikki while learning about our operant conditioning program.• If time allows, meet the other beautiful animals the Veldt has to offer including okapi, bongo & zebra.

Elephant Extravaganza• Meet the largest animals at the Zoo (Our herd of 4 elephants) while touring our historic Elephant House!• Learn how our animals are pampered with daily baths and pedicures at the Elephant House spa! Help the keepers bathe My-thai, one of our 3 female Asian elephants, while learning about her daily care and enrichment.• Watch as My-Thai creates a one-of-a-kind painting on canvas for you to take home and enjoy.

Pool Hopping with Penguins & Sea Lions• Work with our keepers to prepare a meal for the penguins in the Bird House! Once meal prep is finished, enjoy the opportunity to feed the penguins while the birds are on public display.• Head over to our sea lion pool and work with our sea lion on his training while at the same time pro viding him with delicious enrichment. If you’re lucky, you might even get a kiss on the cheek!• Work through our medical husbandry and learn how operant conditioning helps our vets and keepers take better care of their animals on a daily basis including – teeth brushing, simulated blood draws, ultrasounds and mouth checks.

Be our guest and enjoy a look behind-the-scenes!Behind-the-Scenes Experience package options include:

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BADGES/ACHIEVEMENTS OFFERED:Brownie Girl Scout: Senses Badge • Junior Girl Scout: Animal Habitats

Bear Cub Scout: Sharing Your World With Wildlife Achievement • Webelos: Naturalist BadgeAmerican Heritage Girls (Tenderfoot and Explorers): Nature & Wildlife Badge

There is a 10-paying participant minimum per program (adults and scouts)Cost: Scout: $13 / Non-Zoo Member Adult: $9

For details or to register, call (513) 559-7767.

These fun, interactive, 2.5 hour scout programs help your troopor den complete all requirements necessary to earn a scouting badge

or achievement. Each program includes an animal demonstration, Zoo hike, and other activities such as a game or craft.

Programs* are offered every Saturday at either 9:30am-noon or 1-3:30 pm,and every Sunday from 1-3:30pm, March–May and September–mid-November.

* Not all programs are available year-round.

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Join us to help to save wild gorillas. Collect the most cell phones forrecycling with Project Saving Species and we will award $5,000

to your school or scout group! visit www.cincinnatizoo.org/savingspecies

ANSWER CALLthe andSAVE aGORILLA!

*High-res photo CD and custom VIP badges included with each package.

Cost Per Experience: $500 for 2 guests or $1,000 for up to 5 guests.