Cape May County Zoo and Park July 28, 2013
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My zoocation buddy, Mary Schwalm, was down for a quick visit so we took the opportunity to drive south to the Cape May County Zoo (a first for her and a second visit for me). The lure of two four month old snow leopard cubs was the driving force for our three hour drive. It was well worth the drive and it gave us many hours to catch up on things. It was a beautiful day and the cubs were adorable.
Central Park Zoo Summer Fun July 14, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: baby animals, banded mongoose, Central Park Zoo, NYC, photography, sea lion, Titi Monkeys, wildlife, zoo babies, zoocation, Zoos
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This week the Central Park Zoo introduced a pair of Titi Monkeys who can be seen upstairs in the tropic zone’s mezzanine. While you are up there do not miss the adorable, very active six baby Banded Mongooses (and their big brother). If you get too warm, cool off in the chilly Penguin House where you can find four species of penguin – Chinstrap, Gentoo, Rockhopper and King. Come visit – it’s fun!
San Francisco Zoo – June, 2013 June 23, 2013
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When visiting my California family we always go to the San Francisco Zoo. Last week’s visit was extra special because Bird Curator, Dominick Dorsa was our host. He was amazingly generous with his time and gave my family some memorable extra special zoo access. A big shout out to Dominick and the staff at the San Francisco Zoo.
Happy Father’s Day – 2013 June 16, 2013
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A big shout out to all of the father’s in the animal kingdom! Happy Father’s Day to one and all.
St. Louis Zoo – St. Louis, MO June 2, 2013
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Zoocation 2013 ended with a bang at zoo #6 – the all encompassing, totally terrific, St. Louis Zoo. We did not have any special access at this facility but still managed to spend seven hours wandering around enjoying every minute. The zoo is beautiful, well tended, exciting, with great sight lines for both photographers and casual visitors alike. There is no doubt we will be back again. A special shout out to my college roommate Michelle and her husband Allen for being such great hosts while we were in this very special city. We have already started to plan Zoocation 2013 – Part two, for the fall.
Dickerson Park Zoo – Springfield, MO May 29, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Aldabra, Dickerson Park Zoo, hippo, nature, photography, Springfield MO, travel, vacation, wildlife, zoocation, Zoos
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The penultimate zoo of zoocation 2013 was the fabulous Dickerson Park Zoo in Springfield MO. A huge shout out to Erin Sorensen and Pam Gwin for making our visit so very memorable. They were super generous with their time and spirit. We got to feed Henry the hippo, tickle a few black and white ruffed lemurs, hold a joey and nuzzle an Aldabra – memories that will last a lifetime. This zoo packs a big punch and if you are in the area I urge you to visit.
Kansas City Zoo – Kansas City, MO May 26, 2013
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Zoo #4 on zoocation 2013 was the enormous Kansas City Zoo. A special shout out to Tim Steinmetz , KC Zoo’s Animal Curator for giving us such a warm welcome upon our arrival. His tips helped us to navigate and save some steps. The zoo has almost every species you might expect and their soon to open state of the art penguin exhibit cries out for a return visit.
Blank Park Zoo – Des Moines, Iowa May 22, 2013
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Zoocation Zoo #3, the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, Iowa was a delightful 22 acre surprise. Lots of terrific habitats, including adorable baby snow monkeys, free range joeys and active marine mammals. Their Africa Savannah was not quite open due to recent flooding but when it is open the zoo will be even better. If you are in the area – I recommend a visit.
Minnesota Zoo May 19, 2013
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I credit good friend Jamie with our idea for zoocation 2013, when she relocated to the Minnesota Zoo, to become their Bird Supervisor. Zoo #2 on was an all access pass with Jamie and her colleagues as they showed us their fantastic zoo. We got an up close and personal visit with their two adorable penguin chicks, a behind the scenes visit in the enormous tropics trail aviary, the Grizzly coast, the sea otter area, Minnesota trail and much more. Looking forward to revisiting with Jamie in the coming years as we watch this already enormous zoo grow bigger and better. A big Lobo shout out to Jamie!
Como Zoo and Conservatory – St. Paul, Minnesota May 15, 2013
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Zoo #1 on last week’s zoocation was the small and jam-packed Como Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul Minnesota. Lots of ongoing construction promises future visitors an even greater experience. Did I mention that it was snowing in Minnesota in May? Yikes!
While at the Zoo 