Mark Your Calendars for Do At The Zoo - Tickets for Denver Zoo's most anticipated summer event, the 24th Annual Do At The Zoo on June 20, go on sale March 14! Denver Zoo is also excited to announce Anadarko Petroleum Corporation, a longtime zoo supporter, as the presenting sponsor for the gala. The funds raised at this year's event will be dedicated to the zoo's continued sustainability efforts. The evening is guaranteed to highlight Denver's best restaurants and entertainment at one of the wildest local venues. Learn more about the zoo's sustainability programs here.
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Gorillas Have Room with a New View - Visitors of the zoo's Great Apes building will get to see gorillas and zookeepers interact like never before. Recently a solid door separating the keepers and gorillas in the gorilla day room was replaced with a steel mesh door. This will allow the public to see the training and relationship building that happens between the massive apes and their keepers, which previously only happened behind-the-scenes. These training sessions help the keepers make sure the apes stay healthy by preparing the animals for important health screenings, like ultrasounds or blood draws. Watch a video of a gorilla getting his heart checkup here.
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Zookeeper Recognized for Outstanding Work - Congratulations are in order for Denver Zoo bird keeper Travis Garrett, who received a grant from Avian Scientific Group (ASAG) Small Grants Program. The grants are meant to support and mentor the next generation of avian professionals by allowing them to participate in professional development opportunities. Garrett has been invited to the Association of Zoos' and Aquariums mid-year conference in Charleston, SC in April where he will present Denver Zoo's advances in breeding and incubating Egyptian plovers in captivity at the shorebird workshop.
Learn about featured Denver Zoo birds here.
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March Overnight Bunks Planned for Girl Scouts - Girl Scouts can make plans to join an overnight Denver Zoo adventure at Bunk with the Beasts. On March 22 Junior Girl Scouts are invited to learn about Animal Habitats and on March 23 Daisy Girl Scouts can celebrate at the Three Cheers for Animals bunk. These custom-designed overnights offer all of the activities, tours and crafts as a standard Bunk with the Beasts, but also meet scout specific badge and achievement requirements. Scout bunks are held on Denver Zoo grounds and campers enjoy dinner, an evening snack and breakfast along with indoor sleeping accommodations. Learn more about upcoming Bunk with the Beasts.
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