An Eggventure for You This Saturday!

Thu Apr 2 16:01:45 PDT 2026

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UPCOMING EVENTS
Nature Trail Eggventure!
https://www.sfzoo.org/calendar/nature-trail-eggventure/
Come to Nature Trail Eggventure (https://www.sfzoo.org/calendar/nature-trail-eggventure/) this Saturday, April 4, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Exploration Zone!

Kids ages 14 and under can hunt for eggs along the Nature Trail (limit 5) and redeem them for candy treats! All ages are welcome to visit animal stations along the Nature Trail after the egg hunt ends to learn fun facts while seeing a variety of animals up close!

Visit our conservation pop-up table at the Red Panda Treehouse to learn how the Zoo uses eggs for conservation, the role eggs play in the conservation of species in the wild, and hear some EGG-cellent conservation stories! Learn about red panda conservation and how you can help wild red pandas.

You also won't want to miss the Easter Bunny who will be on hand to meet guests. Nature Trail Eggventure is free with Zoo admission and does not require registration. Hippity Hop!
Members Morning - April 4th
Members! Join us on Saturday, April 4 when we open the doors early just for you! Members Morning is a time when Zoo Members can visit an hour early from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., before the general public arrives.

Beat the crowds, get optimal parking and enjoy the early morning sights and sounds of our animal residents
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especially those just waking up! Members Morning takes place the first Saturday of the month.
EarthFest Weekend
Come celebrate Earth Day during our EarthFest Weekend on Saturday and Sunday, April 18 & 19, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Visit our special guest organizations at the pop-up EarthFest village located at the Madagascar Center courtyard by the Leaping Lemur Café. Here, enjoy live entertainment by celebrated musicians Michael John Ahern (https://mjamusic.com/home#upcoming-performances) and Chris Cotruvo, and special information booths hosted by
The Marine Mammal Center (http://www.marinemammalcenter.org/) , U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (https://www.fws.gov/program/office-of-law-enforcement) , National Wildlife Federation (https://www.nwf.org/) , San Francisco Transit Riders (https://sftransitriders.org/donate/) , Safe Rides to School (https://www.sfsaferoutes.org/) , Recology (http://recology.com/) , Muskwa Club (https://www.muskwaclub.org/) , CPALI (https://www.cpali.org/) - Conservation Through Poverty Alleviation International, American Association of Zoo Keepers (https://aazk.org/) (AAZK), and various Zoo departments, including Horticulture, Conservation, Environmental Services, and SF Zoo Docents.

We also welcome PawSpace (https://www.pawspaceapp.com/) , whose app is a one-stop solution for all your pet parenting needs. They will be collecting gently-used pet items (leashes, collars, toys, bowls, small accessories) during EarthFest, for a great cause.

We invite you to teach your children the importance of living sustainably and supporting animal conservation by interacting with professionals who are making a difference.
NEWS TO KNOW
Enter Our Spring Photo Contest!
https://www.sfzoo.org/photo-contest/

Aspiring wildlife photographers, amateur and professional shooters, and animal lovers who happen to be at the right place at the right time with their phone cameras, we've got the contest for you!

Throughout the month of April, you can enter our
Spring Photo Contest (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1c8ufihsJ4YGbTfAWzAr7IXiforDaGFciuPAjtVJS6jY/edit?ts=69c42d59) , open to anyone who wants to submit (up to five) of their favorite photos of SF Zoo animals for consideration. Winners will be selected from several categories:
* Kids (12 and under)
* Youths (ages 13-17)
* Adults (18+)
* Zoo staff and Zoo volunteers and Docents may also enter in separate categories

At the end of the contest, our judging panel will select the Top 3 in each category and photos will be posted on our various social media channels and our website. Click the button below for contest rules and submission details.

Learn More (https://www.sfzoo.org/photo-contest/)
Join the Herd! Volunteer as a Zoo Docent!
https://www.sfzoo.org/studentpromo/
Care about animals and conservation? Docents help guests discover the wonders of the natural world through storytelling, education, and action.

You can become a Zoo Docent, and be a part of a wonderful insider community, where you can enjoy the camaraderie of individuals passionate about wildlife, education, and sharing your knowledge about animals and the natural world.

Our next Docent Info Session will take place on Sunday, May 3 at 2 p.m. at the Lurie Education Center, located by the main Zoo entrance. Enjoy a fun presentation with plenty of time for questions. You'll also experience a Zoo tour guided by current Docents.

Space is limited—reserve your spot today! To RSVP: join at sfzoodocents.org (mailto:join at sfzoodocents.org) .
Learn More (https://www.sfzoo.org/volunteer-programs-draft/docents/)
Get Ready for BioBlitz 2026!

Aside from our Zoo animals, SF Zoo is also a home, a stomping ground, or stopover for many wild animals. In fact, since last fall, we have tracked 471 distinct species of insects, birds, reptiles, and mammals, plus fungi, based on over 2,000 submissions, thanks to intrepid naturalists and keen observers using the addictive app, iNaturalist.

These "citizen scientists" use iNaturalist to identify species for submission, and a simple walk around the Zoo you'll no doubt spot a flock of Western gulls, a murder of crows, or ducks and egrets hanging out around our lakes. But take a closer look, and you may spot a black-crowned night heron, red-shouldered hawk, white-crowned sparrow, black phoebe, Anna's hummingbird, Eastern gray squirrel and more, at our gardens and habitats.

On Sunday, May 10, we invite you to participate in our first-ever BioBlitz event. A BioBlitz is an event that focuses on finding and identifying as many species as possible within a designated area over a limited period of time. At 10 a.m., come to the Great Hall for a pre-BioBlitz orientation.

And it's easy! Just download the iNaturalist app from the Apple Store or Google Play, and get started! This is an opportunity to contribute your findings to an overall database that will help us better understand our wild neighbors, migratory bird and butterfly patterns, and appreciate all living things.
ANIMAL NEWS
Lobo Week
One of our favorite animal weeks is upon us as we celebrate Lobo Week, which recognizes the recovery of the Mexican gray wolf. As the most endangered gray wolf subspecies in North America, we have participated in the Mexican Gray Wolf Recovery Program, a cooperative effort in partnership with the Association of Zoos & Aquariums' Mexican Gray Wolf Species Survival Plan and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, since 2016.

Nearly 50 years ago, the once-numerous Mexican gray wolf was on the brink of extinction after being nearly extirpated by livestock ranchers, hunting, trapping, and poisoning. When the population went down to only seven individual wolves, zoos were able to offer a hand to help save the species. From the seven rescued wolves in captivity, 11 wolves were subsequently released into a small, protected pocket of Arizona and New Mexico. These 11 wolves are responsible for repopulating the approximate 286 individuals that now live in the wild, and about another 380 wolves in managed care, like the ones at SF Zoo.

We will be sharing some exciting news about the program shortly. Until then, Happy Lobo Week!
CAMPS & CLASSES
Register Now for Summer Zoo Camp!
https://www.sfzoo.org/conservation-camp/

Students in 3rd, 4th, 5th & 6th grade—we've got an exciting summer in store for you! Registration for Summer Zoo Camp (https://www.sfzoo.org/conservation-camp/)  is currently open for Pre-K through 6th grade, and we have plenty of slots available for our older elementary grades. As our most popular camp program, you won't want to miss out on an exciting summer!

Each week-long session offers kids wildlife-themed programs, featuring hands-on activities, learning opportunities, and outdoor fun to get your kids' creative juices flowing and open their eyes to the wonders of nature!

As Junior Zoologists and Conservation Rangers, your week-long (or two-week session) includes animal/habitat exploration and activities, learning about animals, their habitats and ecosystems, plus science and play! Campers are grouped by grade level and experience the Zoo in small groups.

See our website  (https://www.sfzoo.org/conservation-camp/) for regular Member Discounts and Codes.
Learn More (https://www.sfzoo.org/conservation-camp/)
Kick it at the Zoo! Free Soccer Classes on May 6th!
https://tinyurl.com/SFZOOSSS

Calling all little explorers! To celebrate our upcoming Free Day for SF Residents on Wednesday, May 6, we are excited to partner with Super Soccer Stars for a morning of active, animal-themed fun!

Join us for free soccer classes designed specifically for children ages 1 to 5. These classes are entirely zoo and animal-themed, so your little ones will be running like cheetahs and jumping like kangaroos right here at the Zoo!

Schedule – Wednesday, May 6:
* 10:30 AM – 10:55 AM: 1–2 year olds
* 11:00 AM – 11:25 AM: 2–3 year olds
* 11:30 AM – 11:55 AM: 3–5 year olds

How to Join: Space is limited and pre-registration is required to secure your spot.

Bringing a friend last minute? If space allows, they will accept walk-ups on the day via a QR code at the check-in station. We can't wait to see you on the field!
Register Today! (https://tinyurl.com/SFZOOSSS)
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