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EVENTS & PROGRAMS cincinnati zoo & botanical garden cincinnati zoo & botanical garden Winter 2013 November 23 - January 4 Register for WINTER PROGRAMS! cincinnatizoo.org

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    enWinter 2013

    November 23 - January 4Register for

    WINTER PROGRAMS!

    cincinnatizoo.org

    http://cincinnatizoo.orghttp://cincinnatizoo.orghttp://cincinnatizoo.org/events/festival-of-lights/

  • Cover: Snow Leopard, by Mark Durmont

    Creating ADVENTURE Conveying KNOWLEDGE Conserving NATURE Serving COMMUNITY

    Thanks to Our Sponsors:

    Accreditations:

    ZOO EVENTS

    PROGRAMS

    ZOOFARI SPONSOR THANK YOU

    PNC FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

    pages 1-3

    pages 4-9

    SPRING BREAK CAMP SIGN UP

    ZOO TROOP WINTER PROGRAMS FOR: TODDLERS PRE-KINDERGARTENKINDERGARTEN

    YOUTH PROGRAMS1st-2nd GRADES 3rd-4th GRADES5th-7th GRADES

    ADULT PROGRAMS

    WINTER PROGRAMSand more!

    Sign up online at cincinnatizoo.org or call 513-559-7767.

    3400 Vine StreetCincinnati, OH 45220

    (513) 281-4700cincinnatizoo.org

    NOTICE TO MEMBERSThe annual meeting of the members of the Zoological Society of Cincinnati will

    take place on Wednesday,December 4th at 6:00 pm

    at the Harold C. SchottFrischs Theater, at the

    Cincinnati Zoo. The annual business of the Societywill take place at themeeting including theelection of trustees.

    Reminder: Please remember that you must present your mem-bership card and valid photo ID at the admission turnstiles each visit. We cannot extend membership benefits to you (including admis-sion) without each of those items. If you have a Family membership, each adult on the membership must provide identification. Please have your membership card and ID ready as you approach the turn-stiles.

    MEMBERSHIPUPDATE

    Reminder: Please remember that if you are a Gold level member, a babysitter or caregiver may accom-pany your children and receive ad-mission as your free guest. In or-der for the caregiver to receive free admission, they must have your membership card and a written note of permission from you iden-tifying that person as the guest of your children. Your cooperation will expedite their entry into the Zoo on the day of their visit.

    Official Soft Drink of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

    Official Chili of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

    Valued Partner of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

    Preferred Pizza of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

    Official Snack Food of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

    Official Sponsor of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens Membership Program

    Official Electronics Recycler of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

    Official Document Provider of Cincinnati Zoo& Botanical Garden

    Official Hot Dog of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

    Official Sponsor of the Animal Encounter Shows for the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

    Official Communications & Technology Provider of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

    photo by Kathy Newton

    http://cincinnatizoo.orghttp://cincinnatizoo.orghttp://cincinnatizoo.org/eventshttp://cincinnatizoo.org/education

  • EVENTS & PROGRAMS 2

    6:00 pm Help Santa and our Special Guests light the tree and kick off the 31st

    annual PNC Festival of Lights.

    MEMBERS ONLY PREVIEWFriday, November 22, 5-10pm

    November 23 January 4Open Nightly 5:00pm 9:00pm,

    Fridays & Saturdays 5:00pm 10:00pm Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

    HAPPY ZOO YEARTuesday, December 31, 5-9pm

    Ring in the Zoo Year with a bunch of party animals! Enjoy an early Zoo Year countdown at 8:55pm with

    party favors and Rozzi fireworks!

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    http://cincinnatizoo.org/events/festival-of-lights/

  • EVENTS & PROGRAMS 3

    2013 Highlights Madcap Black-Light Puppet Shows Santa and his reindeer Strolling entertainment

    Wild Lights Show on Swan lake Themed areas Smores-N-More Stations North Polar Express Train Ride Fairyland Mrs. Claus

  • EVENTS & PROGRAMS 4

    ZOO EVENTS

    EVENTS & PROGRAMS 1

    4 yr. Olds & Kindergarden 1st -2nd Grades

    3rd-4th GradesDR. ZOOLITTLES ANIMAL TRAINING CAMP Discover how to talk to animals! Campers will be training more NEW behaviors with a variety of Zoo animals including goats, chickens and other birds. Learn about animal behavior andmotivation while applying training techniques taught by Zooprofessionals. By the end of camp, animals will be eating outof your hands, literally!

    MINI- MAYNARD TRAINING CAMP Join us for a week-long adventure and discover what it takes to become a future Zoo Director! Our Zoo director, Thane Maynard is known as a wildlife expert, a naturalist, author and a regular on T.V. shows promoting wildlife conservation. Campers will get a hands on look at many different jobs Thane has held on the way to becom-ing our Zoo director. Campers will handling animals, go behind the scenes in Zoo animal areas and create a 90 second naturalist pod-cast. Watch out Thane, these campers are on their way to becoming the next Zoo director!!

    2014 SPRING BREAK CAMP2O14 SPRING BREAK CAMP

    SIGN UPEARLY

    SIGN UPEARLY

    Kindergarden-7th Gradefull day camps,

    from 9am-4pm, Monday-Fridayat the Zoo during Spring Break.

    AT THE ZOO!AT THE ZOO!

    5th-7th Grades

    BLEND, BOLT OR BITE!Animals can behave in different ways when faced with danger!They can: blend in, bolt out of sight or turn and bite! Discover the tricky ways animals keep safe in this week long camp that features up-close animal encounters and opportunities for excitement around every corner!

    www.cincinnatizoo.org

    OR Call (513) 559-7767)

    Cost: Members: $210 / Non-Members: $225Dates: March 24-28: 9 am-4 pm, March 31-April 4: 9 am-4 pm, April 7-11: 9 am-4 pm, April 14-18: 9 am-4 pm

    BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Some animals are more than meets the eye. Learn why there are justas many reasons (if not more) to love the beasts and the beauties.From beautiful butterflies and peacocks to beastly bearded dragons and bats, well see why looks can be deceiving. You may find thatthese beasts are beautiful after all.

    http://cincinnatizoo.org/education

  • EVENTS & PROGRAMS 5

    www.cincinnatizoo.org

    OR Call (513) 559-7767)

    AT THE ZOO!AT THE ZOO!Hang with the Troop

    Toddlers (Ages 18-36 months old)Adult participant required. No charge for adult.

    SENSATIONAL SENSESCan you smell as well as an aardvark or hear as well as bat-eared fox? Animals have the best senses in the world! Come to this 4 week series where you and your child will explore the world like our zoo animals do. We will use our senses to experience our world through discovery activities like dramatic play, Zoo hikes, live animal encounters and crafts.

    Steps Discover how animals use their senses Explore our world using all of our senses Make friends and learn to share our world together

    Purpose When Ive finished this Zoo Troop adventure I will have discovered how animals explore their world and how I can explore my world using my senses.

    Dates: Choose to come every Tuesday, Friday, or Saturday for 4 weeksTuesdays: January 7, 14, 21, and 28: 9:30- 10:15am or 11-11:45amFridays: January 10, 17, 24 and 31: 9:30- 10:15am or 11-11:45amSaturdays: January 11, 18, 25 and February 1: 9:30-10:15am

    Cost: Members: $50 / Non Members: $65

    A HOOT AND A HOLLERGrr, says the tiger, Quack, says the duck, Hiss, says thecockroach? Animals sure do have a lot to say! Come to the Zoo and learn to talk to the animals in their language! Well tweet, growl, and moo our way through this 4-week series as we learn to listen to and mimic the sounds around us!

    Steps Discover how animals use their senses Explore our world using all of our senses Make friends and learn to share our world together

    Purpose When Ive finished this Zoo Troop adventure I will have discovered my voice and how animals have a voice of their own.

    Dates: Choose to come every Tuesday, Friday, or Saturday for 4 weeks Tuesdays: February 11, 18, 25 & March 4: 9:30-10:15am or 11-11:45am Fridays: February 14, 21, 28, & March 7: 9:30-10:15am or 11-11:45am Saturdays: February 15, 22, March 1, and March 8: 9:30-10:15am

    Cost: Members: $50 / Non Members: $65

    Pre-Kindergarten (Ages 3-4 years old)Adult participant required. No charge for adult.

    EXPLORING YOUR WORLD!Every day, animals use their super-senses to help them find food, water, shelter and space. Join us for this 4 week series as we learn about animal senses and how we can use them to investigate our own world!

    Steps Discover how animals use their senses Explore our world using all of our senses Make friends and learn to share our world together

    Purpose When Ive finished this Zoo Troop adventure I will have discovered how animals explore their world and how I can explore my world using my senses.

    Dates: Choose to come every Wednesday, Friday, or Saturday for 4 weeks Wednesdays: January 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th: 10am-11am Fridays: January 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st: 10am-11am Saturdays: January 11th, 18th, 25th and February 1st: 11am-noon

    Cost: Members: $50 / Non Members: $65

    WHATS FOR DINNER?During this 4 week Zoo Troop adventure, your child will scamper like a squirrel, swim like a sea lion and creep like a caterpillar on the search for ani-meals. Well explore animals in and out of the classroom and discover not only what they eat, but how they use their bodies to find their food.

    Steps Discover what animals eat Explore how different animals find their food Make friends and learn to share our world together

    Purpose When Ive finished this Zoo Troop adventure I will have discovered that animals use their bodies to find and eat lots of different things.

    Dates: Choose to come every Wednesday, Friday, or Saturday for 4 weeks Wednesdays: February 12, 19, 26 and March 5: 10am-11am Fridays: February 14, 21, 28, & March 7: 10-11am Saturdays: February 15, 22, March 1, and March 8: 11-noon

    Cost: Members: $50 / Non Members: $65

    www.cincinnatizoo.org

    OR Call (513) 559-7767)

    These new 4 week series, encourage the development of important skills and values that will allow your child to interact with peers and foster knowledge and respect for wildlife and wild places. Join us year round as we develop caring, confident, knowledgeable, and inspiring young people. New skills and experiences are learned in each 4-week Zoo Troop series. Newcomers are welcome to sign up for eachnew series. Starting in spring 2014, Zoo Troop will be available for all age groups.

    http://cincinnatizoo.org/education/kids-families

  • EVENTS & PROGRAMS 6

    YOUTH PROGRAMS

    KindergartenNo charge for accompanying adult.

    SAY WHAT?!Did you know that animals can talk?! During this 4-week series, we will discover the many ways animals communicate with each other and us! We will even meet some of these talkers up-close and figure out what kind of message they are sharing.

    Steps Discover the many ways can communicate Develop our verbal communication skills and confidence Make and get to know friends and learn to share our world together

    Purpose When Ive finished this Zoo Troop adventure I will have discovered my voice and how animals have a voice of their own.

    Dates: Choose to come every Friday, or Saturday for 4 weeks Fridays: January 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st: 1pm-2:30pm Saturdays: January 11th, 18th, 25th and February 1st: 10am-11:30am or 1pm-2:30pm

    Cost: Members: $50 / Non Members: $65

    FAMILY SLEEP WITH THE MANATEES Adults and children 5 years old and up are invited to spend the night with our resident Florida manatees. During this over night you will enjoy two sneak peaks behind the scenes, play games, and fall asleep with manatees swimming at your feet.

    Dates: January 18 or February 15: 6 pm-9 am Cost: Members: $30 / Non Members $35

    WILD WINTER NIGHTS Adults and children 5 years old and up are invited to have a wild time during these long winter nights and sleep over at the Zoo! Have you ever wondered where animals spend the winter months? Or where animals get their food when the ground is covered with snow? Play games, tour buildings, meets some of our animal ambassadors, and even go behind the scenes. We hope youll den up at the Zoo for Wild Winter Nights!

    Dates: January 18 or February 15: 6 pm-9 am Cost: Members: $30 / Non Members $35

    NOCTURNAL ADVENTURES

    Roar like a tiger. Fly like a bird. Move as slowly as a sloth. Explore the world of animals and plants in a fun new way through yoga! You and your child will discover more about animals and plants through the practice of yoga. This fun and active program is a beginner/mid-level level class for adults and children and can serve as a great foundation for developing an interest in wildlife and fitness that can last a lifetime. Yoga mats are provided. Please bring a bottle of water and wear com-fortable clothing.

    Dates: January 4, or February 1: 10-11 am Cost per Class: Members: $7 Adult/$7 Child Non-Members: $11 Adult/$11 Child Cost for Series: Members: $10 Adult/ $10 Child Non-Members: $18 Adult/$18 Child

    Adults and 4-10 year olds are invited to join us to foster fitness, family and fun with wildlife at the Zoo. Adults and children must purchase separate tickets.

    www.cincinnatizoo.org

    OR Call (513) 559-7767)

    Hang with the TroopThese new 4 week series, encourage the development of important skills and values that will allow your child to interact with peers and foster knowledge and respect for wildlife and wild places. Join us year round as we develop caring, confident, knowledgeable, and inspiring young people. New skills and experiences are learned in each 4-week Zoo Troop series. Newcomers are welcome to sign up for eachnew series. Starting in spring 2014, Zoo Troop will be available for all age groups.

    BIO-BUDDIESCan a moth and sloth be buddies? Can a bee and tree be friends? Sure! Many animals have unusual friends. This 4-week Zoo Troop series will focus ondiscovering how these friends help each other out and how their friendshipsfit into the balance of nature.

    Steps Discover how and why animals build relationships and interact with each other and plants Meet and make friends in the classroom as well as with the animals we meet Learn to cooperate and share our world together

    Purpose When Ive finished this Zoo Troop adventure I will have learned why working together and making friends is important for me and for plants and animals.

    Dates: Choose to come every Friday, or Saturday for 4 weeks Fridays: February 14, 21, 28 and March 7: 1pm-2:30pm Saturdays: February 15, 22, March 1, and March 8: 10-11:30am or 1-2:30pm

    Cost: Members: $50 / Non Members: $65photo by Michelle Curley

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  • EVENTS & PROGRAMS 7

    YOUTH PROGRAMS1st-2nd Grades

    3rd-4th Grades

    5th-7th Grades

    FUR, FEATHERS & SCALESWhether its a harbor seal, a scarlet macaw or a fat tailed gecko, animals have adapted many ways to deal with their surroundings. From the softest fur to the toughest scales, we will discover how these coverings help the animals and even have a chance to see what a couple animals feel like. Dates: January 17: 4:30 pm-6pmJanuary 18: 1-2:30pmJanuary 23: 10-11:30amJanuary 25: 11:30am-1pm

    ANIMAL SUPERSTARSCould you beat an ant in weightlifting contest or a cheetah in a 50 yard dash? Investigate what it takes to be an animal superstar and look for some around the Zoo. We will test a few of our athletic abilities and see how we measure up with the animal worlds best! Dates:February 14: 4:30-6pmFebruary 15: 1-2:30pmFebruary 20: 10-11:30amFebruary 22: 11:30am-1pm

    LETS PLAYWhats more fun than a barrel of monkeys? Animal enrichment, of course! Whether it is a box sprayed with perfume or apples hidden in a pile of mulch, keep-ing the animals at the Zoo entertained can be a creative job. In this class, well learn the purpose and process that goes into the creation of enrichment items at the Zoo. Then, well make an enrichment treat for some special Zoo residents. Dates: January 9: 1-2:30 pm

    www.cincinnatizoo.org

    OR Call (513) 559-7767)

    NOCTURNAL ADVENTURES

    BACKSTAGE PASS JR. Is your 5th-7th grader looking for a more in-depth, once-in-a-lifetime experience at the Zoo? These specially designed classes allow an opportunity for an up-close and personal look at some of the places the Zoo animals call home, and most even include an encounter with Zoo animals! All participants will receive a keepsake backstage pass nametag on a zoo-themed lanyard as a souvenir of their adventure.Note: Due to the nature of these programs, age limits must be strictly adhered to. In addition, due to space restrictions, parents cannot be accommodated in behind-the-scenes areas.Cost: Members: $30 / Non-Members: $45

    MANATEE MANEUVERS Come get an above the tank look at the Manatee Springs exhibit and the maintenance of these amazing aquatic mammals from their keepers and even get to build an enrichment treat for them to enjoy. Dates: January 12: 1-1:45 pm

    Celebrate someones special day in a wild way! Zoo Birthday Parties include a private space in the Zoos Clubhouse for 1.5 hours, a fun and informative introduc-tion, and a visit from two of our Zoo Animal Ambassadors provided by one of our knowledgeable educators.

    Cost : Members: $250 rental fee plus $10 admission for each Non-Member adult and child. Non-Members: $275 rental fee plus $10 admission for each Non-Member adult and child.

    Dates: JanuarySeptember on Saturdays & Sundays: 10:30 am-noon or 2-3:30 pm, (Oct.-Dec. limited availability. Call for details).

    Visit cincinnatizoo.org/education/kids-families/birthday-parties/for more information

    ZOO BIRTHDAY PARTIES!

    Sign up for individual classes or for the entire series and save! No charge for accompanying adult. Cost per Class: Members: $12 / Non-Members: $16Cost per Series: Members: $20 / Non-Members: $28

    Sign up for individual classes or for the entire series and save! No charge for accompanying adult. Cost per Class: Members: $12 / Non-Members: $16Cost per Series: Members: $20 / Non-Members: $28

    Sign up for individual classes or for the entire series and save! No charge for accompanying adult. Cost per Class: Members: $12 / Non-Members: $16Cost per Series: Members: $20 / Non-Members: $28

    ANIMAL INVENTORSHumans have a lot to learn from natures ingenuity and efficiency! From flight to motorcycle helmets, animals have been the inspiration of countless human inven-tions. Test your invention knowledge in our game meet some animal inventors up-close! Dates: January 17: 4:30-6pmJanuary 18: 1-2:30pmJanuary 23: 10-11:30amJanuary 25: 2:30-4pm

    THE SCOOP ON POOPEver wonder what an elephant leaves behind or where it goes? Even if youve never entertained such thoughts, this class is guaranteed to get you excited about animal scat! From identification to diet, an animals scat can reveal a lot about an animal. In addition, lots of animals like to call scat home. Learn to identify some of our Zoo animals by some unusual means as we get up close with the scoop on poop! Dates: February 14: 4:30-6pmFebruary 15: 1-2:30pmFebruary 20: 10-11:30amFebruary 22: 2:30-4pm

    http://cincinnatizoo.org/educationhttp://cincinnatizoo.org/education/kids-families/birthday-parties

  • EVENTS & PROGRAMS 8

    ADULT PROGRAMS

    Join us for one of the most informative and complete landscape series for homeowners in the area. If you are planning on garden renovation or a new installation in your landscape these classes provide great insight on design, preparation and plant selection with emphasis on plants that do best in the Tri-state area. Classes are offered separately but also build upon one another. Take time now to gain the knowledge of soil preparation, maintenance and plant selection and youll be ready to hit the ground in spring creating a thriving & beautiful garden.

    All classes meet on Wednesdays from 7-9 pm starting January 18 for 10 weeks.

    LANDSCAPING FOR THE HOMEOWNER SERIES

    January 8 Design your own landscape Part 1 The focus of this class is the simple steps that every designer takes when evaluating a new landscape or renovating an existing landscape. Basic design principles will be discussed.

    January 15 Design Your Own Landscape Part 2This is a more in-depth look at where plants go and why they go there. We will discuss the size and scale of the landscape, as well as proper bed preparation.

    January 22 Trees in the Landscape Choosing the right tree for your landscape can be a costly decision. A slide presentation will illustrate the various types of trees that you can use. Shade trees, flowering trees, patio trees and evergreen trees will be presented.

    January 29 Shrubs in the LandscapeView a slide presentation on the best shrubs for Cincinnati area landscapes. Whether you have sun or shade, wet soils or dry, this class will present the possibilities of shrubs for the home landscape. Special emphasis will be on the newest and hardiest varieties for this area.

    February 5 Annuals: Color in the LandscapeHave you ever wondered what the secrets are to having lots of color in your landscape? Find out what the newest and best annuals are that tolerate Cincinnati summers. Container gardening with annuals will also be covered.

    February 12 Landscape Maintenance and Lawn CareThis class will cover proper landscape maintenance techniques from spring to fall-what to do and when to do it. Learn about the tools that make the job easier. In addition, learn the basics to a green lawn. Pruning, weed control, fertilization, insect and disease control for the complete landscape will all be covered.

    February 19 Perennial DesignThis class presents basic design concepts for perennial gardens, includ-ing butterfly gardens, shade gardens, water gardens and more. A slide show will help paint a picture after discussing the concepts.

    February 26 Perennial Plants Part 1 This is the first of a two part series covering perennials plants for the landscape. Perennials can be used in many ways and for many pur-poses. A slide show will include the top 50 perennials for the landscape.

    March 5 - Perennial Plants Part 2The second part of perennial plants will also be a slide show of perenni-als for the landscape. This group will include ornamental grasses, roses, vines and other great perennial plants.

    March 12 - Gardening for WildlifeThis class will focus on creating specialized areas of the landscape for wildlife gardening including butterfly and bird gardens and utilizing na-tive plants in the landscape.

    Cost per Class: Members: $10 / Non-Members: $14 Cost for Series: Members: $80 / Non-Members: $120

    GARDEN PROGRAMSphoto by Dave Jenike

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  • EVENTS & PROGRAMS 9

    DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHYFOR BEGINNERS SERIES

    Please register for either the Tuesday series or Saturday series.

    Dates: Tuesday SeriesJanuary 21, February 11, March 25, April 8: 5pm-7pm

    Saturday SeriesJanuary 25, February 8, March 29 , April 5: 9am-11am

    Cost for Series: Members: $200 / Non-Members: $220

    Part I: Introduction to Digital PhotographyThe Zoo is a great place to learn to be a shutterbug! During this 4 part series, Brian Jorg, Zoo Horticulturist and professional photographer, will walk you through the fundamentals of digital photography and how to apply this new knowledge to photographing wildlife and landscapes. This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera, will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques. This classroom instruction will help make you a better photogra-pher; Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class.

    Part II: Travel PhotographyJoin us for a two hour photography class that will teach you how to get the most out of your travel photography. Whether you plan to go to the Great Smoky Mountains for a family vacation or the Masai Mara for a grand safari, we will show you how to capture the trip in pictures. From traveling with gear to how to shoot culture, wildlife and landscapes, this class is for you.

    PartIII: Photo Safari-Spring BloomsThis workshop will blend technical expertise with knowledge of the Zoos overwhelming flower displays. We will focus on landscape and macro photog-raphy opportunities with our botanical collection. What better place to learn all the tricks to take better outdoor images than a botanical garden? Attendees should bring their camera and tripod if they have one.

    PartIV: Photo Safari- WildlifeThis workshop will blend technical expertise with knowledge of the Zoos wildlife collection. Join us as we peruse the Zoo in search of great wildlife shots. What better place to learn all the tricks to take better wildlife images than a Zoo? Attendees should bring their camera and tripod if they have one.

    We are now accepting applications for admission into the 5th cohort of the Advanced Inquiry Program, the Zoos first Mas-ters Degree program. AIP is a one-of-a-kind graduate program designed for educators who are interested in developing their inquiry-based teaching skills and learning exciting course con-tent, all while helping to affect positive social change in their local communities. Co-delivered by the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden and Project Dragonfly at Miami University, AIP combines graduate courses at the Zoo with web-based learning communities that connect your to broad network of educators and community leaders. For more information or to register by February 28, go to cincinnatizoo.org/AIP

    Since 1993, our annual Barrows Conservation Lecture Series features an exciting lineup of internationally acclaimed scien-tists, explorers and conservationists. Dr. Karen Stier, Dr. M. Sanjayan and Dr. Teresa Hart.

    The Barrows Conservation Lecture Series is made possible by the ongoing support of the family of Winifred &Emil Barrows.

    ATTENTIONEDUCATORS

    2014 BARROWS CONSERVATION LECTURE SERIES

    Make the Zoo Your Campus!

    Ticket Sales Begin in January 2014

    Visit cincinnatizoo.org formore information

    www.cincinnatizoo.org

    OR Call (513) 559-7767)

    TRAVEL WITH THE ZOOKENYA

    GALAPAGOSJune 17 - 29, 2014

    August 23 - September 1, 2014

    (513)487-3318For more information visit cincinnatizoo.org

    or call:

    photos by Brian Jorg

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  • Celebrate the holidays and A.D.O.P.T. your favorite baby gorilla orany of your favorite animals and give the PURR-fect gift.

    Your donation will help us give extra care to our animals as we celebratethe holidays here at the Zoo.

    To guarantee delivery by Christmas, please make your donation byMonday, December 2nd. To guarantee

    delivery by Hanukkah, please make your donation by Monday, November 11th.Please allow two weeks for your donation to be processed and to receive

    your A.D.O.P.T. package.

    $50 Holiday A.D.O.P.T. Package Includes: A.D.O.P.T. Certificate with Color Photo Education Fact Sheet featuring your A.D.O.P.T. Animal One-of-a-Kind A.D.O.P.T. Ornament Ornaments include: Zebra, Elephant, King Penguin, Mexican Wolf , Polar Bear, Cheetah, Cougar, Red Panda and NEW for 2013 Baby Gladys!

    Visit www.cincinnatizoo.org/support/adopt.html to make your donation today!

    Holiday A.D.O.P.T. Special!

    Behind-the-Scenes Experience options include: The Elephant Extravaganza, Pool Hopping with Penguins & Sea Lion, Junior Zookeeper Experience in the Nursery

    and Childrens Zoo, Endangered Excursion in Wildlife Canyon, Wild & Wonderful Wallabies, andGentle Giants: Private Giraffe Encounter.

    LOOK BEHIND-THE-SCENES!

    Experience dates are limited. High-res photos and custom VIP badges are included with each experience package. Visit cincinnatizoo.org/plan-your-visit/behind-the-scenes-experience/

    to learn more and schedule your own experience today!A protion of each experience cost is tax-deductible.

    Movies run daily.The 4-D Special FX

    Theater opens at 4 pmDuring PNC Festival of Lights

    Movies run daily.The 4-D Special FX

    Theater opens at 4 pmDuring PNC Festival of Lights

    THE POLAR EXPRESS and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s13)

    Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas & 2013 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.

    visit www.cincinnatizoo.org/savingspecies

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    WIN $5,000 SChOOL

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