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Tours at the $250 Level
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Summer Kickoff
May 15 (family-friendly)
Bring the kids along to celebrate the beginning of summer and catch up with all that there is to see and do at your Zoo!
Breakfast with the Animals
July 24, 26 & August 1 (family-friendly)
Enjoy a buffet-style family breakfast then head over to the Primate, Cat & Aquatics Building to learn about the Zoo’s enrichment program straight from the keepers. Afterwards, make your own enrichment item to take home! Limit of four attendees per family, appropriate for children ages 6-12.
Flora & Fauna of The RainForest
October 9, 11 & 17
Meet some of the Zoo’s knowledgeable horticulture staff and learn about the plants that make our rainforest so lush. Then, go behind-the-scenes and check out the Zoo’s collection of cold-blooded animals that live in The RainForest.
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Tours at the $500 Level
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Summer Kickoff
May 16 (adults-only)
Celebrate the beginning of summer and catch up with all that there is to see and do at your Zoo!
An Australian Adventure
July 18
Go behind-the-scenes in one of the Zoo’s most popular attractions and enjoy delicious dishes courtesy of Outback Steakhouse.
Tigers & Bears
September 18, 20, 25 & 27
Visit the holding area facilities for the tigers and bears, then go on an informative and entertaining walking tour of Northern Trek with one of our Zoo’s knowledgeable education volunteers.
Zoo History Tour
October 2 & 4
Learn about the fascinating history of our Zoo straight from Zoo Director Steve Taylor, then hop on a tram and take a guided tour as he discusses the Zoo’s new strategic plan for the future Zoo.
Garden Party with Potting Demonstration
June 19 & 21
Tour the gardens of the Sarah Allison Steffee Center for Zoological Medicine then receive a hands-on potting demonstration from one of the Zoo’s expert horticulture staff. |
Tours at the $1,000 Level
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Gorilla Diets with Dr. Kristen Lukas & Organic Food Tasting
April 24 & 26
Meet Curator of Conservation & Science Dr. Kristen Lukas and hear about our gorillas and the Zoo’s efforts to keep them healthy. Also, enjoy an organic food tasting prepared by Aramark Executive Chef Vinnie Gaikens.
African Elephant Crossing Tour
September 11 & 13
Watch the keeper staff of African Elephant Crossing as they do a training session with our elephants then visit the life-support system of this amazing $25-million exhibit. Also, visit the Kgotla and talk with one of the Zoo’s education specialists.
Giraffe, Wine Tasting & Botanicals
Aug 14, 16 & 22
Get up close and personal with our amazingly tall friends in the Zoo’s Africa barn. Then, tour the public greenhouse with the horticulture staff and enjoy an informative wine tasting.
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Tours & Events at the $2,500 Level
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Curator Breakfast & Walk
April 12, August 9, November 8 & December 6
Enjoy a light breakfast, then take an exclusive walking tour of the Zoo with one of our curators. Two adults, age 21 & over.
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Private Golf Cart Tour
Go behind-the-scenes and see your favorite area of the Zoo with a Zoo Docent. Tours must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance. Up to six people, age 6 & over.
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Tours & Events at the $5,000 Level
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Benefactors’ Dinner
October 16
Join us for a special evening of insider news and great conversation with the Zoo’s director and talented curators, while enjoying a gourmet dinner and specialty wines. Two adults, age 21 & over.
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Added Value for Zoo VIPS!
ZooFriends’ Night - July 11 (family-friendly)
In appreciation of our special ZooFriends, you are invited to a fun-filled after-hours party at the Zoo. Talk with docents and keepers and enjoy a summer evening at the Zoo.
The David Steffee Address in Veterinary Medicine — Date TBD
($500 members and up only)
Discover the Sarah Allison Steffee Center for Zoological Medicine in a presentation by leaders in veterinary medicine as they explore issues related to human/wildlife health (note: limited capacity for this popular event).
ZooKeepers’ Circle Reception — November 14, 2012
($1,000 members and up only)
Join us for a special evening at the Zoo as we give thanks to our most generous supporters.
Please note the specific tour benefits that are available at your level of giving:
- $250 level members may enjoy two tours
- $500 level members may enjoy four tours
- $1,000 level members may enjoy up to six tours (from any level)
- $2,500 - $10,000 level members have unlimited tour opportunities per season
All tours start at 6:00 p.m. and last approximately 90 minutes; light refreshments will be served. Tour dates are subject to change. Please check this page for updates.
Unless otherwise specified, for the safety of our animals and our guests, VIP tours and events are for the enjoyment of “kids at heart,” age 16 and older.
 
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