Experience Our New Summer Programs!

Fri Jul 19 12:10:08 PDT 2024

Experience Our New Summer Programs!
Don’t miss the return of Nature Trail, located in the Youth Exploration Zone. Stroll along the Nature Trail to meet our knowledgeable youth volunteers as they present a variety of animals at various stations. The return of Nature Trail for the first time in four years is exciting, as it is one of our most popular summer exhibits. Nature Trail is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays through Sundays.
Parents, take a break with your little ones during “Storytime” at the Wildlife Theater as our team reads delightful animal stories from our library of educational books. Storytime takes place Mondays thru Wednesdays from 11 to 11:30 a.m. and Mondays thru Thursdays from 1 to 1:30 p.m.

Meet a variety of animal ambassadors during our Wildlife Theater 'Animal Meet-&-Greet' presentation Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 to 11:30 a.m. Multiple species from our Animal Resource Center will be featured, and you'll learn about their physical characteristics, social behavior, and other things that make them uniquely fascinating. Don't miss this opportunity to get up close to our amazing animals!
Namaste! Join us for 'Zen at the Zoo' this Sunday

Start your Sunday with an energizing session of our popular Zen at the Zoo yoga program, which will take place this Sunday, July 21, starting at 9 a.m. Get your blood flowing, stretch, and flex your muscles in this exhilarating hour-long Vinyasa Flow class in the ultimate outdoor setting—right in the middle of our African Savanna!

Members pay just $25 per session, and General Public prices are $50 per session, which includes Zoo admission for the full day.

Learn More and Reserve Your Spot (https://www.sfzoo.org/zen-at-the-zoo/)
National Carousel Day is July 25

As one of SF Zoo’s most beloved treasures, we celebrate our historic Dentzel Carousel at the Eugene Friend Carousel Plaza on National Carousel Day with a Buy One, Get One special, valid on Thursday, July 25, 2024!

Here are 5 fun facts about our carousel:
1) It was built in 1921 by the renowned Dentzel family, famous for their intricate hand-carved wooden craftsmanship.
2) Each carousel animal was custom-made and embellished with whimsical details and jewels.
3) This Dentzel Carousel is one of an estimated 150 in the world, with only 25 in operation in the U.S.
4) When the carousel was renovated in 2000, the restorers spent nearly 1,000 hours recreating each animal as it was originally built, sourcing original colors and matching animal markings.
5) Millions and millions of revolutions, serving generations of riders of all ages, make this one of the longest-operating attractions at SF Zoo!
Special Members Morning on July 26
As athletes from all over the world make their way to Paris, France for this year’s Summer Games, we salute their focus and hard work to reach their individual goals! We can’t help but reflect on how conservationists around the globe are just as focused on saving wildlife. The Summer Games do more than just bring nations together, the games help shine a spotlight on countries that are biodiversity hotspots, raising awareness to audiences everywhere.
As we celebrate the Games, we invite our Zoo Members to join us for a special Members Morning on Friday, July 26 when we open the gates at 9 a.m.! And sure, stay all day until our free to Members Sunset Fridays event at 5 p.m. (or leave and come back!).
Mark Your Calendars for Drinks, Bites & Zoo Insights!
In just one week, we’ll be hosting our exclusive free member event, “Drinks, Bites & Zoo Insights”! Make plans for Saturday, July 27 to meet Leticia Francis, our conservation liaison, who will present “A Conservation Conversation: Inspiring the Next Generation.” She’ll discuss how our work to inspire the next generation of conservationists involving youths can make a difference at home and in the community.
The event will take place at the Osher Great Hall from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and happy hour drinks while you meet Zoo team members. All ages are invited to this Member-only event, with proof of membership required upon entry. To RSVP, email us at membership at sfzoo.org.
This Sunday! Join our Docent Community!

It’s not too late! Join us this Sunday, June 21st from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. to learn how you can become a Zoo Docent and the impact you can make!
(Photo by Christine Fong)

Enjoy an engaging presentation, a guide Zoo tour, and a hands-on biofact cart demonstration. Plus, you’ll be able to mingle with current Docents while enjoying light refreshments.

As a Docent, you’ll form lasting friendships, gain a deeper understanding of our animals, help inspire conservation efforts, and enhance the experiences of all our guests.

Space is limited, so RSVP now!

Email join at sfzoodocents.org to reserve your spot!

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