Knoxville Zoo and a Happy Father’s Day June 15, 2014
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Our final zoo stop on our all Tennessee zoocation was the Knoxville Zoo. There’s lots going on here and many changes are taking place. Black Bear Falls was especially exciting as was Chimp ridge, Stokely African Elephant Preserve and the Boyd Family Red Panda Village. A special shout out to Sarah Glass, Curator of Red Pandas and Special Exhibits, for giving us so much of her valuable time. Plus, bonus photos for a very Happy Father’s Day!
The Chattanooga Zoo June 11, 2014
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Our third zoo on our all Tennessee Zoocation was the delightful Chattanooga Zoo. Acreage-wise it was the smallest on our trip but the most memorable. They have a terrific collection of animals with wonderful sight lines for both casual visitors and photographers. A huge shout out to Director Darde Long and education specialist and great guide, James Brantley for their hospitality, spirit and generosity of time.
The Tennessee Aquarium June 8, 2014
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Today, June 8th, is World Ocean’s Day so I thought it fitting to share photos from our fourth stop on our all Tennessee zoocation – the beautiful Tennessee Aquarium. This 1992 riverfront facility single handedly rejuvenated the downtown area of Chattanooga. Speaking of Chattanooga, it is the only city with its own typeface . And, while in Chattanooga, a must see stop is of course, the Chattanooga Choo Choo (photos below today’s montage). All you train enthusiasts out there should check out the Choo Choo and the hotel. Fun!
And remember, every time you visit your local aquarium or zoo you are helping to support conservation projects locally and worldwide. This year, over 80 AZA-accredited facilities are holding events in honor of World Ocean’s Day.
The Nashville Zoo June 4, 2014
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The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere was our second stop on our all Tennessee zoocation. It is located on 200 acres of an historic plantation (yikes) farm. Exhibits include – The African Savanna, Lynx, Bairds Tapir, The Bamboo Trail, Critter Encounters, The Unseen New World, Flamingo Lagoon, Pantanal and the fun Gibbon Island. If you are in Nashville, this zoo is definitely worth a visit.
Memphis Zoo June 1, 2014
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Our all Tennessee Zoocation 2014 was wildly successful. The 70 acre Memphis Zoo was our first stop (after Graceland). The Zoo’s animal inhabitants reside in one-of-a-kind exhibitry, such as Cat Country, Primate Canyon, Animals of the Night, Northwest Passage, Teton Trek and China – home to giant pandas YaYa and Le Le. (And yes, we have now seen all of the giant pandas residing in the US). A special shout out to Sr. Veterinarian, Felicia Knightly, who was so very generous with her time. We loved our visit.
While at the Zoo 