September at the Staten Island Zoo September 7, 2014
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Arctic Fox pups, Baby Binturong, CC the sloth. Gregory the fennec fox, Ground Hornbill, Marc Valitutto, photography, Staten Island Zoo, travel, zoo babies, zoocation, Zoos
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What a treat to introduce two out of town friends to the fun at the always terrific Staten Island Zoo. We got to meet a new young Ground Hornbill, along with old friends such as CC the sloth, Gregory the Fennec Fox, the fast growing Arctic Fox pups and of course, the popcorn smelling adorable, baby Binturong. Thanks again to Vet and General Curator, Marc Valitutto for his time and energy. We loved our visit (and will be back).
Chihuly – Garden and Glass August 24, 2014
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Chihuly - Garden and Glass, Dale Chihuly, glass art, glass blowing, photography, Seattle WA, Space Needle, travel
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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 him since his days of glass blowing at RISD’s Tillinghast Farm in the ’60’s. Last week’s trip to Seattle brought us to the Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum in the shadow of the landmark Space Needle. Colortastic!
Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo August 17, 2014
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We had a terrific trip to Seattle Washington this week and of course visited the Woodland Park Zoo. There are so many wonderful things to do in Seattle our zoo visit was abbreviated – but terrific none the less. Below today’s montage you will find a short clip of a large male sea lion enjoying a fresh salmon catch at Seattle’s Hiram M. Chittenden Locks. Enjoy!
Staten Island Zoo – Summer July 20, 2014
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Arctic Fox Pup, Binturong, fennec fox, Kangaroo Joey, Marc Valitutto, Patagonian Cavy, photography, Sloth, Staten Island Zoo, travel, zoo babies, zoocation
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Another terrific, fun visit to the Staten Island Zoo. This gem of a zoo gets better with each passing week. Thanks again to General Curator and Vet, Marc Valitutto for his time and insight. We all had loads of fun meeting a baby binturong (still smells like popcorn), adorable arctic fox pups, a kangaroo joey, sweet fennec fox, Neeble, the young cassowary, a baby Patagonian cavy, MJ, the almost full grown Tamandua and of course, CC the wonder sloth. Enjoy!
Svalbard: The Arctic Landscape July 13, 2014
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My Arctic adventure ends with Part Three – the landscape. Yes I was thrilled to see polar bears, walrus’, seals, reindeer and more but I was most captivated by the compelling landscape of ice, snow and water. The blues, blacks, turquoises and grays of the landscape kept me staring for hours as we sailed through this cold and beautiful land. I hope you have enjoyed the journey through my photos and if you are overwhelmed by the summer’s heat – that these photos have cooled you down a bit.
Svalbard: Land of the Midnight Sun July 9, 2014
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Photos from our amazing adventure to Svalbard, Norway with National Geographic/Linblad continue with Part Two. Of course seeing polar bears in the wild was breathtaking but nonetheless fabulous were the walrus, seals, whales, reindeer and rich bird life. We reached the 80th parallel north and were about 600 miles from the North Pole. Part three will feature the beauty of the landscape. 
Svalbard: Land of the Ice Bear July 6, 2014
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I just returned from an amazing adventure to Svalbard, Norway with National Geographic/Linblad to visit the land of the midnight sun – the Arctic. The grand prize was seeing polar bears in the wild but the Arctic has so much else for adventurers including walrus’, seals, Arctic foxes, whales (Beluga, Humpback and Fin) and reindeer. The richness of it’s bird life kept us busy scanning the skies and the waters. We reached the 80th parallel north and were about 600 miles from the North Pole. Part two will feature more mammals, birds and the beauty of the landscape. A special shout out to a great crew and expedition naturalists. For those interested in maps, I have included a map of Svalbard below today’s montage.
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
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Chattanooga, Chattanooga Choo Choo, Chatype, photography, Tennessee Aquarium, travel, wildlife, World Ocean's Day, zoocation
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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.
While at the Zoo 