Goodbye Summer September 17, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, Cloud Rat, lemurs, photography, Photography Workshop, Red Pandas, Sea Ducks, snow leopard, wildlife, Zoos
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It is hard to believe summer is just about over. It has been a fun, active summer at the Central Park Zoo. Fall is my favorite time of year. Come visit us. Thanks for signing up for my photo class . There is one opening left. See you soon. 
Pumpkinpalooza – 2016 October 23, 2016
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, fall fun, Photography Workshop, Pumpkinpalooza, pumpkins
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Yesterday’s photo class at the Central Park Zoo turned out to be great fun despite the ‘iffy’ weather. Our hearty band of photographers were enriched by our pumpkin dsplay as much as our animals. Fun for all. Did I mention today is my birthday?
Summer’s End – Central Park Zoo September 25, 2016
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: banded mongoose, Central Park Zoo, Grizzly bears Betty and Veronica, NYC, Photography Workshop, Red Panda, sea lion, snow leopard, Snow Monkey, wildlife, Zoos
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It is hard to believe that summer is over. Now is a great time to visit your local zoo. The crowds have mostly gone and kids are back in school. Next month the Central Park Zoo will be holding the first of three photo opportunities for animal and camera lovers. First up is – Zoo Views: Animals in Autumn – Saturday, October 22 from 8:30 to 10:30. Click here and sign up. It will be fun. Hope to see you there.
Post Blizzard at the Central Park Zoo January 31, 2016
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, Grizzly bears Betty and Veronica, NYC Blizzard, photography, Photography Workshop, Red Panda, Sea Ducks, snow leopard, Snow Monkey
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There are few things as much fun as watching zoo animals step foot on newly fallen snow. We were at the Central Park Zoo the Monday after the big blizzard to witness this joy. Our Breakfast with the Birds class that was scheduled for Blizzard Sunday has been rescheduled for next Sunday, Feb 7th from 8:30 to 10:30. There are a few slots still available. Come join the fun. Sign up here.
January at the Central Park Zoo January 17, 2016
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, nature, NYC, Photography Workshop, Red Panda, snow leopard, Snow Monkey, wildlife
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Still no sign of snow in NYC this winter but the temperate animals are loving the chilly air and blue skies. Next Sunday is our Breakfast with the Birds Photo class and there are a few spots left. Some of these amazingly beautiful birds featured today can be seen in our tropical rain forest where the class is held. Sign up here. 
The Last Gasp of Fall at the Central Park Zoo December 6, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, Grizzly bears Betty and Veronica, NYC, photography, Photography Workshop, Red Panda, snow leopard, Snow Monkey
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The last colorful gasp of fall is in the air. The Central Park Zoo‘s temperate animals are more active, the crowds are thinner and it is a great time to visit the zoo. Come join us for another in our Photo Series on January 24th from 8:30 to 10:30 as we enjoy Breakfast with the Birds in the warm Tropic Zone. Get details and sign up here.
My zoocation buddy and good friend Mary Schwalm is again offering her amazing 2016 desk calendars. Most of the images are from this year’s Texas zoocation. The calendar makes a great gift for office an swap, holiday party, stocking stuffer, and a unique gift to enjoy throughout the year. Just $10 – for details click here.
Pumpkinpalooza – 2015 November 1, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: animals, banded mongoose, Benny the dog, Central Park Zoo, Grizzly bears Betty and Veronica, photography, Photography Workshop, snow leopard, Snow Monkey
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These fun photos were taken last Sunday at the Central Park Zoo‘s photo class. Come join us for another in our Photo Series on January 24th from 8:30 to 10:30 as we have Breakfast with the Birds in the warm Tropic Zone. Get details and sign up here.
On a personal note I want to thank all of you who responded so warmly to Friday’s post, Benny – In Memoriam. I truly appreciate all of your thoughtful and sympathetic words. I miss the little guy.
Staten Island Zoo – Part Two October 14, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: AJ the tamandua, baby animals, photography, Photography Workshop, Staten Island Zoo
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Last Sunday I devoted my photo montage to adorable ‘AJ’ the baby tamandua. Here are some of the other beautiful animals we met as well. Thanks again to General Curator and Veterinarian, Dr. Marc Valitutto for a fabulous visit.
Reminder – on Sunday, October 25th, I will be leading a photo workshop at the Central Park Zoo from 8:30 to 10:30. The theme is PUMPKINS! Up close and personal with animals enjoying pumpkin enrichment. Sign up here. 
The Central Park Zoo – End of September September 27, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, Grizzly bears Betty and Veronica, King Penguin, NYC, photography, Photography Workshop, Red Panda, Saki Monkey, snow leopard, Snow Monkey, Titi Monkey, wildlife
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The Central Park Zoo has been my home base for the past 25 years. I never tire of the collection of beautiful animals, the landscape, the NYC backdrop, or the variety of visitors, happy faces and delighted children. Today’s montage features just a small sampling of the collection. Imagine if you will, some of these animals surrounded by carved pumpkins, filled with fun enrichment, during my Fall photo workshop on October 25th from 8:30 to 10:30. To register for the fun, sign up here.
The Bronx Zoo – Sept, 2015 September 20, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: baby animals, baby gorillas, Bronx Zoo, nature, NYC, photography, Photography Workshop, wildlife, zoocation
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I haven’t been to the Bronx Zoo since May of 2014 and figured I was due for a visit. We planned a weekday jaunt while school was in session and enjoyed the zoo almost to ourselves. It is nice to watch adorable baby gorillas, a baby otter, baby Wolf’s guenon and a baby titi without the sounds of screaming children (nothing against kids – but sometimes they are very loud). Take a day (wear good walking shoes) and visit this wonderful collection of animals.
For all of the camera enthusiasts out there, I’ll be running a Fall Photo Workshop at the Central Park Zoo on October 25 from 8:30 to 10:30. I will arrange some special pumpkin and other activities so you can get great, up-close animal shots – all before the zoo opens to the public. Here is a link to last year’s photos from the same event. To register for the fun sign up here.
