Prospect Park Zoo, Summer 2017 July 23, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: baby animals, Brooklyn, Judy the elephant, NYC, photography, Prospect Park Zoo, Zoos
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Brooklyn’s Prospect Park Zoo was the zoo of my childhood and whenever I visit I get a few fond flashbacks. On this visit, I remembered there was an elephant named ‘Judy’ – so I googled it. Oh dear – sometimes, the outcome of a google search is not very good news. But, it was a long time ago and zoos were very different back then. My memory of Judy the elephant still remains sweet. Go visit!
National Zookeeper Week July 16, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, National Zookeeper Week, NYC, photography
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The third week in July is National Zookeeper Week. I appreciate these terrific people all year long and dedicate this week’s photo montage to the 18 Zookeepers who make everything hum at my home base, the Central Park Zoo. I thank you, one and all, for all you do – the unsung heroes – each and every day. We are open 365 days a year, thru rain, snow, summer heat and all holidays. National Zookeeper Week just started, how about if you go to a zoo this week tell a zookeeper how much they are appreciated? 
One Year with Jack the Dog July 9, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Audrey and Roberta, Best Friends Animal Society, Jack the dog, photography, rescue dogs, shelter dogs
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It is hard to believe that it is one year since Jack the Dog came to live with us at Casa Lobo. Other than his waking up time (which is 4:41AM) he is a perfect dog. He is sweet, friendly and gets along with other dogs, kids, neighbors and strangers. Two out of my three cats adore him. The elder cat essentially does not like anyone so it would be more surprising if she liked him. He is featured with some of the many friends who came to meet him this year. Enjoy our Jack-iversary.
Bronx Zoo Baby Bonanza July 2, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: bison, Bronx Zoo, photography, wildlife, zoo babies
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We visited the Bronx Zoo about a month ago and were delighted to find so many babies. Included in these wonderful baby sightings were adorable bison, porcupine, tawny frogmouth, Inca tern, gaur, four Pere David fawns, baboon, ring-tailed lemur and the always charming young gorillas. It was a terrific visit. Go visit while they are still young and active.
Chihuly at the New York Botanical Garden June 25, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Chihuly - Garden and Glass, Dale Chihuly, NYBG, NYC, photography
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It has been about 10 years since Dale Chihuly’s work was last seen at NYBG. Dale Chihuly is an international art star. He changed the course of glass art with his innovation, creativity and amazing talent. I’ve been following his work since his days of glass blowing at RISD’s Tillinghast Farm where we both went to school in the ’60’s. In 2014 we went to Seattle and saw his beautiful work at the Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum in the shadow of the Space Needle. This new exhibit at NYBG is inspiring and if night lights are something you like, why not go for the evening and see some of his work in a different light?
Happy Father’s Day – 2017 June 18, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Happy Father's Day, photography
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While most caregivers in the animal kingdom are mothers, there are some father’s who join in the role as caregiver. I salute all of those father’s out there in today’s photo montage. Coincidentally – tomorrow is also National Martini Day. Why not celebrate that special day today?
Cincinnati Zoo – mini-zoocation ends and my camera dies June 11, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: baby animals, Cincinnati Zoo, Insects, photography, zoocation
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Our mini-May Zoocation finale was at the Cincinnati Zoo. It was a rainy, bleak day and after one click, my camera died. We tried triage to no avail. After a small ‘woe is me’ breakdown I took out my iPhone 6s. All of the photos in today’s montage were taken with my smart phone. I like the Cincinnati Zoo (second visit) but the weather caused many of the animals to be indoors. Despite not seeing adorable baby hippo, Fiona, we had a great time. PS – they have the best insect house we have even seen.
Indianapolis Zoo – Mini-Zoocation Continues June 4, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: dolphins, Indianapolis Zoo, Orangutan, photography, rhino, travel, walrus, wildlife, zoo babies, zoocation, Zoos
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It was a beautiful day with a sensational host. EVP Paul Grayson could not have been more hospitable, entertaining and gracious when we visited the Indianapolis Zoo on our Mini-Zoocation in early May. It is a big zoo with something for everyone. Meeting walrus’, rhinos, orangutans and dolphins up-close and personal were unforgettable experiences. Seeing their scarlet macaws free fly overhead throughout the day was also amazing. Thanks to Paul and an outstanding crew for this visit.
Ft Wayne Children’s Zoo – Mini-Zoocation Continues May 28, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Dingo, Ft Wayne Children's Zoo, Orangutan, photography, sea lion, wildlife, zoocation
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May’s mini-zoocation continued with a visit to the delightful Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo in Ft Wayne, Indiana. The zoo is a perfect size with a varied and interesting collection of animals. The site lines are terrific and there is something around each bend on the road to surprises. A big shout out to Ann Barker and Director Jim Anderson for making our visit so memorable.
Mother’s Day – 2017 May 14, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: baby animals, Mother's Day and babies, photography, wildlife, zoo babies, Zoos
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Happy Mother’s Day to all of the mothers, caregivers, nurturers, pamperers, surrogates and loving coddlers out there. Our mother, Lillian Wolfe, is long gone, but her advice, warnings and general ‘Lili-isms’ live on in our daily lives. She taught us to laugh at life, to think, to question authority, to march, to protest – to fight the good fight. She also gave us our moral compass – one glance from Lillian told us instantly whether our behavior was acceptable or not – and I got a lot of glances. My sister Terry and I remember many childhood events differently but we both agree that our mother was a pistol. Here’s to Lillian Wolfe – she formed and informed what we are today.
While at the Zoo 