New VR Experience Kicks Off the Zoo's 95th Anniversary Celebration

Fri May 31 07:20:03 PDT 2024

Be a Part of 95 Years of Conservation!
Celebrate 95 years of the Zoo’s rich history with a weekend-long event that highlights the evolution of our mission to care, connect, and conserve. Take a walk-through history with our markers set up throughout the Zoo, detailing the defining eras of the Zoo’s existence. There is also live entertainment, crafts for the kids, and conservation activities for the entire family. The first 2000 visitors on June 8 and 9 receive a free giveaway item - a replica postcard from the early era of the Zoo's history.

All activities are included with regular admission tickets.
"The Great Migration" virtual reality experience - Coming June 1!
In the latest addition to the Zoo's virtual reality film experiences, witness how millions of free-roaming animals make their way through the peaks and perils of Africa's savannah terrain, from the Maasai Mara river in Kenya to the majestic landscape of Tanzania's Serengeti, in search for a better life across the animal kingdom.

The Zoo will continue to also show Gorilla Trek, the award-winning 360-degree film about the unique family dynamics that pit one silverback mountain gorilla against another for control of the gorilla family.

Located in the VR Zone of the San Francisco Zoo & Gardens, this virtual reality experience will literally change the way you view animal conservation.  Tickets will be available at the experience and are separate from Zoo admission tickets.
Nature Trail is Back!
We are excited to announce the return of our popular Nature Trail program this summer. Nature Trail was founded in 1976. It is amongst the oldest zoo youth volunteer programs in the nation. It offers a unique hands-on opportunity for Bay Area adolescents who are interested in learning more about animals and the environment. Nature Trail will be open from June 28 to September 1, 2024.

Volunteering looks great on high school and college applications. Nature Trailers undergo a thorough three-day training session to learn animal facts, teaching methods, and safety protocols. Nature Trail volunteers develop skills in animal husbandry, teamwork, and public speaking. Nature Trail volunteers interact with over 50,000 Zoo visitors annually.

Many Nature Trail graduates go on to volunteer as Junior Zoologists. Some continue as paid Interns, Education Specialists, Animal Keepers, and Curators. Others go on to careers in science, education, and conservation. For everyone who participates in the program, it is an unforgettable experience.

Requirements:
1. Must be between the ages of 12 and 14.
2. Must commit to working one day a week (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday) through Labor Day weekend. Volunteers will be allowed two weeks off for vacations.
3. Must attend all three training sessions from 10 am-4 pm on Saturdays, 6/8, 6/15, and 6/22. There is a $100 fee to cover uniform and material costs, due on the first day of training.

4. Must demonstrate a commitment to San Francisco Zoo & Garden’s core mission: Connecting people with wildlife, inspiring Caring for nature, and advancing Conservation action.

Please fill out this Google form to apply: https://forms.gle/omuejk2WBgZfWnWZ6  (https://forms.gle/omuejk2WBgZfWnWZ6 )
All applications must be received by May 31. Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a Zoom interview. If you have any questions, email NatureTrail at sfzoo.org.
Zen at the Zoo Limited Tickets Available
Our outdoor yoga classes gained national attention last year, and it is back for season 2.  Held in the middle of the Leanne B. Roberts African Savanna, these classes are suitable for all skill levels of yoga practitioners. You will flow between postures while building strength, endurance, balance, and mental focus. Expect a well-rounded practice involving sun salutations, standing and seated postures, and a strong focus on the power of breath.

2024 Dates
Sunday, May 26
Sunday, June 9
Sunday, June 23
Sunday, July 14
Sunday, July 21
Sunday, August 4
Sunday, August 18
Sunday, September 1
Sunday, September 8
Sunday, September 22
Sunday, October 6
Sunday, October 13

Information & Tickets (https://www.sfzoo.org/zen-at-the-zoo/)
Sunset Fridays VIP Tables Now Available
Sunset Fridays, an after-hours event for the whole family, will debut it's second season  on Friday, July 5, and will run on consecutive Fridays through August 30 from 5 to 7 pm at the Playfield Lawn. Guests will enjoy live music, outdoor bars, kid-friendly activities, ambassador animals, and more.

In addition to everything you receive with a regular ticket, you can have access to a private VIP tent with even more benefits!  VIP tents have private seating for six people and include:

- Seasonal and locally-sourced hors d’oeuvre platter
- Array of alcoholic beverages (beer, wine, and canned cocktails)
- Bottled Water
- Complimentary parking for up to six vehicles

Proceeds from sales of VIP Tents go towards supporting the Zoo’s mission.
Reserve your VIP Tables here (https://www.sfzoo.org/sf-zoo-sunset-fridays/)
Become a Jr. Zoologist this summer at the San Francisco Conservation Camp!
Do you have a 5th or 6th grader who wants to learn more about biodiversity and wildlife conservation? From the smallest microbes to the largest whale, every living thing plays an important role in helping our planet thrive. Campers will discover the science of wildlife conservation as they delve into the natural diversity of the world and its inhabitants. Through discovery and teamwork, campers will learn new ways to help protect Earth’s biodiversity.

Questions? Contact us about Zoo Camps at:
Email: zoocamp at sfzoo.org
Phone: 415-213-8148
Registration - Info - Dates (https://www.sfzoo.org/zoo-camp/)
Father's Day Gift Idea!
Each of the animals living at San Francisco Zoo & Gardens has specific needs. Help us ensure their health and wellness by adopting one of our animal residents. Your love for these animals can be expressed with a donation at any level. Your gift will be used to support the San Francisco Zoological Society and further our mission to connect people to wildlife, inspire caring for nature and advance conservation action. An adoption of one of our animals makes a great gift for Father's Day. Pair it with tickets to the Zoo to visit the adopted animal and it's an entire day of memories with Dad!

Get your Adopt an Animal Father's Day gift today! (https://www.sfzoo.org/adopt-an-animal/)

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