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Thursday, July 5, 2012 - Contact: 225-273-6439

Race to BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo this August

Don’t miss the WILDEST 5K in town and Zoo & Me Mornings are back!

 

Zoo Zoom 5K

Join Club South at BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo for our seventh annual Zoo Zoom 5K on August 25 at 8:15 a.m. The Kids' ½ Mile Fun Run is at 7:45. Registration may be done by mail or on race day beginning at 6:30 a.m.  Whether you sprint like a cheetah or crawl like a tortoise, this race is for you! Prizes will be awarded to first male and female and in age group categories. A portion of your registration supports the Zoo's conservation programs for threatened and endangered animals. www.brzoo.org to register. Call 225.775.3877 for more information.

 

Ongoing:

 

Zoo & Me Mornings

Held the second Tuesday of every month, this program is designed for 3 to 5-year-old children accompanied by a parent or guardian. Programs are 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and will incorporate many exciting activities including a train ride, animal encounters, art projects, "Zooper" snacks and many other hands-on projects that you and your child can enjoy together. $18/child with one parent or guardian. $30/2 children with one parent or guardian. Pre-registration required. August theme: School of Fish. www.brzoo.org for registration and more information.

 

Safari Night

Have you ever wondered what the Zoo is like at night? Safari Night programs show you night-life at the Zoo and are available for group reservations on Fridays and Saturdays, year-round. Your Safari Guide will lead your group on walking tours of the Zoo. Designed for your group of 15-30 people, you'll learn all about the Zoo's animals through hands-on activities and animal encounters. All participants receive a Safari Night T-shirt. Enjoy a continental breakfast and the experience of serving breakfast to a Zoo animal!  Cost: $28/person; minimum of 15 people. Pre-registration required. For more information please call 775-3877 or visit www.brzoo.org.

 

Birthday Parties at the Zoo

Have your next birthday party at the Zoo! Your birthday package includes all day access to the Zoo, a private party room for one and a half hours, animal theme decorations, table wear, cake, ice cream, punch and a train ride. $125 for a party of 8. Party room holds approximately 30 people. Saturdays and Sundays only. Book your birthday party at www.brzoo.org today.

 

About the Zoo:

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo is a place where people connect with animals, including elephants, giraffes, rhinos and alligators. The world-class Realm of the Tiger is now open featuring highly endangered tigers, Siamang gibbons and beautiful Asian birds. Visitors can enjoy the Flamingo Cove and Giants of the Islands, featuring the Zoo's Chilean flamingos and Galapagos and Aldabra tortoises, as well as the Safari Playground, the Otter Pond, our exhibit featuring a replicated fishing cabin with underwater viewing of the otters, L'aquarium de Louisiane, Parrot Paradise and KidsZoo. Adults and children can ride the Cypress Bayou Railroad on a scenic ride through the unique Louisiana habitat that surrounds the core Zoo. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you and a better future for all living things.

Visit us at www.brzoo.org

 

Admission:

Adults and Teens: $8.25

Seniors: $7.25

Children 2-12: $5.25

1 & under: FREE

 

Hours:

Admissions open 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Daily

Zoo grounds close at 5 p.m.

Gate and grounds open 1 hour later on weekends April through August.

 

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