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It’s that time again!! Please join us for our annual Members Zoo Preview & Activities, an exclusive members-only event before the zoo opens to the public.
  • Free train rides (ride will not start running until after the 2-4 yr old egg hunt is over) 
  • Photo ops with Bobby the Bobcat and the Bunny
  • Gift shop open
  • More activities
SCHEDULE
  • 9 a.m. The gates are open, and the buildings and petting zoo are open.
Please note that the Giraffe building will not be open, and there will be no feedings for this event. 
    • Children aged 9- 12: Spring Scavenger Hunt- Participants will follow the clues on the Spring Scavenger Hunt sheet ( pick up at the table outside the gift shop) to guide them around the Zoo. Each clue or riddle will lead them to discover amazing animals and locations throughout the Zoo grounds and in animal buildings like Biodiversity Hall and the Reptile House. Once the sheet is filled out, participants will return to the table to pick up their prize!
    • Children aged 5–8: Eggciting Obstacle Course- Starting at the Conservation Station across from the Carousel. They’ll follow a trail of carrots through fun spring-themed challenges like egg balancing, hopping like animals, crawling through a bunny burrow, and more, ending with a visit to our Conservation Educators and a special prize!
    • Children aged 2-4: Egg Hunt/ Starts at 10 a.m.– Get ready, little egg hunters! At 10 a.m., gather on the Festival Lawn for a hoppin’ good time. Once the countdown begins, they’ll dash across the lawn to scoop up as many colorful eggs as they can—don’t forget your basket!
  • 10:15 a.m. Train Rides open
This ride will start once the 2-4 year old Egg Hunt is over.
  • 11 a.m. Gates Close
  • 11:45 a.m. Train Rides end & Buildings start to close
  • 12 p.m. (Noon) Event ends
This is a members-only Zoo preview and activities. Because of limited supplies, we ask that no extra kids come because we want this to be a quality event for our Members. Also, the Premium membership packages have a free guest option that is ONLY VALID during regular business hours. Reserve Your Tickets by the end of the day on the 14th!
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