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Zoobilation is the largest fundraising event for the Oklahoma City Zoo. This adults-only, outdoor evening features food and drinks from over 30 local restaurants and bars, live entertainment, and a terrific silent auction. Funds raised from Zoobilation 2012 will ensure that the Oklahoma City Zoo remains one of the nation’s leading authorities in zoological animal care. Tickets are $100.

Participating restaurants include Abuelo's, Bourban Street Cafe, Casa Perico, Cuppies & Joe, Deep Fork, Gopuram, McNellie's, Old Germany, Speakeasy, Target, The Mantel, The Melting Pot, The Ranch, and VZD's

Does your little one love the Zoo? Then enroll them in the Oklahoma City Zoo’s “Nature Explorers Preschool” program and watch their love for animals and nature grow.

Our preschool program is designed for three to five year olds and takes place September 4, 2012 through May 23, 2013. Parents have the option of having their child attend class on Tuesday and Thursday OR on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The price for two days a week is $195/month, and for three days a week the price is $245/month. There is a $50 enrollment fee. All classes are held from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Zoo’s Rosser Conservation Education Center.

Nature Explorers Preschool was created to provide a Zoo setting to assist parents and guardians in the development of their preschool child in a safe environment which encourages children to develop physically, socially, intellectually and environmentally. The objectives of the program are to encourage interaction skills, self-direction, language skills, intellectual growth and environmental awareness.

The daily schedule for participating children includes free play times, snacks, activities, outside time and nature walks around the Zoo. The classrooms will also host exciting and educational visits from some of the Zoo’s favorite animal ambassadors. Children are asked to bring their own sack lunch daily.

All Zoo personnel have completed an OSBI background check, and the Zoo has EMTs and First Responders on grounds at all times. For more information about the Nature Explorers Preschool program, call (405) 425-0257.

Summer Camps • 405-425-0218

Meet Tuesday – Friday, from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm.
Cost per child per week: $100 (member), $110 (non-member).
Provide snack, but children must bring lunch.
Require birth certificates to verify age.

Following are camp descriptions and dates:

• No Place like Home
June 5 - 8 (4 - 5 yrs)
June 5 - 8 (6 - 7 yrs)
Home is where your heart is! An animal’s home can be in a tree, hole, field, or even the sea. Come discover the best homes on the nature market.

• Get Out
June 5 - 8 (8 - 11 yrs)
Tracking wild animals, trapping turtles and fishing in zoo lake are just some of the fun adventures we will have while playing outside.

• Zoo Borns
June 12 - 15 (4 - 5 yrs)
June 12 - 15 (6 - 7 yrs)
If you love baby animals, you’re in for a treat! Come explore the new additions to our zoo family and learn how we care for these bundles of joy.

• Something’s Fishy
June 12 - 15 (8 - 11 yrs)
Dive into this underwater camp as we explore the zoo’s aquatic wonders and the many ways of catching fish.

• Project Noah
June 12 - 15 (12 - 15 yrs)
Connect with nature and unleash your wild side. We will photograph and identify Oklahoma plants and animals then share our discoveries with scientists around the world!

• Zooper Shapes
June 19 - 22 (3 yrs – must be potty trained)
Circles, squares, triangles, Oh MY! Join us on a zoo-fari to explore and meet different-shaped animals.

• Tales of Tails
June 19 - 22 (4 - 5 yrs)
June 19 - 22 (6 - 7 yrs)
Stories come to life as we explore some of our favorite animal stories from around the world. Join us for this exciting reading adventure that will leave you eager for more.

• Harry Potter’s ZooWarts
June 19 - 22 (8 - 11 yrs)
Come to ZooWarts for one last celebration of Harry Potter lore, and meet the real animals who inspired the series’ mythical creatures.

• Snakes Scales and Turtle Tails
June 26 - 29 (4 - 5 yrs)
June 26 - 29 (6 - 7 yrs)
Do you love reptiles too? Join us as we get up close to our scaly friends and uncover their hidden world.

• Animal Myth-Busters
June 26 - 29 (8 - 11 yrs)
Do toads give you warts? Are bats really blind? Do porcupines shoot quills? Investigate animal myths and “bust” a few too.

• Zootastic Careers
June 26 - 29 (12 - 15 yrs)
Think outside the cage to explore zoo-related careers! Learn how to train animals, design your own zoo exhibit, and make some very special animal treats. Meet keepers, trainers, vets, and more!

• Not So Angry Birds
July 10 - 13 (4 - 5 yrs)
July 10 - 13 (6 - 7 yrs)
Find out how these brightly colored friends fly through the air, lay eggs, and protect their own. Flock together and come face to face with some not so angry birds who call the zoo their home.

• Camp Grab Bag
July 10 - 13 (8 - 11 yrs)
Where will we go? What will we do? Who will we meet? Open your surprise bag of toys to see!

• Colorful Critters
July 17 - 20 (3 yrs – must be potty trained)
Red, green, yellow and blue just to name a few. Join us for an adventure to discover different-colored animals at the zoo.

• Howdy Partner
July 17 - 20 (4 - 5 yrs)
July 17 - 20 (6 - 7 yrs)
Yeehaw! All cowboys and cowgirls are invited to the wildest-west zoo in Oklahoma. It’ll be a rootin’ tootin’ good time.

• Madagascar
July 17 - 20 (8 - 11 yrs)
The entire zoo is on the move! Be alert, stay awake, and don’t be late for this great escape!

• Catch Me If You Can
July 24 - 27 (4 - 5 yrs)
July 24 - 27 (6 - 7 yrs)
Did you know animals are hiding all around us? Discover ways animals hide and learn ways to find them!

• Self Defense 101
July 24 - 27 (8 - 11 yrs)
To spray or not to spray, that is the question--if you’re a skunk. Discover what kinds of tricks animals have up their “sleeves” when it comes to defending themselves.

• Zooniversity
July 24 - 27 (12 - 15 yrs)
What are mammalogy, herpetology, ornithology, and ichthyology all about? Get an insider’s look as we learn about each animal group and discover how scientists study their diversity around the world.

• Zoo Clues
July 31 - Aug. 3 (4 - 5 yrs)
July 31 - Aug. 3 (6 - 7 yrs)
Uncover clues to a few of the zoo’s favorite things as we discover places to go, animals to see and plants to eat.

• Dr. Zoo Little
July 31 - Aug. 3 (8 - 11 yrs)
With a “woof-woof” here or a “tweet-tweet” there, animals have plenty to say. Decode their tail raising, trunk holding and leg stomping to find out what they are really saying.

• Below the Surface
Aug. 7 - 10 (4 - 5 yrs)
Aug. 7 - 10 (6 - 7 yrs)
Whether they’re running through tunnels or flying into caves, some animals find safety below the surface. We will go underground and uncover their secrets.

• Magic Treehouse
Aug. 7 - 10 (8 - 11 yrs)
Do you like the Magic Treehouse series? The books will inspire each day’s riddle and animal adventure – which will begin from the zoo’s own Treehouse!

Cancellation and Refund Policy:
1. Cancellations must be in writing—no phone or email cancellations will be accepted.
Mail to: Education Department, OKC Zoo, 2101 NE 50th, OKC, OK 73111.
2. No refunds for cancellations made less than 7 days prior to program start date.
3. Classes are transferable to children in the same age group.
4. A 20% service charge will apply for any changes in the original registration.
5. The Zoo reserves the right to cancel classes if registration is below required minimum.

This news is sure to float your boat! The all new Safari Voyage is now cruising Zoo Lake at the Oklahoma City Zoo. Guests will enjoy a smooth and relaxing ride while the boat captain shares interesting facts about the Zoo, the boat and upcoming events.

The fleet consists of two boats built especially for the Zoo on the Chesapeake in Maryland. In keeping with the Zoo’s green initiatives, the boats are electric powered and completely pollution-free. Built of fiberglass to resemble the African Queen of movie fame, each has been tested for safety to 9500 pounds of passengers. Each boat weighs 22,000 pounds, more than twice what Rex the elephant weighs!

Cost for unlimited rides on the day of purchase is $4.50 for adults, $3.50 for children & seniors; children 2 and under ride free. The dock is located near the Noble Aquatic Center: Aquaticus and the length of each ride lasts about 15-20 minutes.

Boats will operate during the Zoo’s spring, summer and fall season, depending on wind and other weather conditions.

Approximately 50 people can ride each boat and they are accessible to people with disabilities.

Future plans include opportunities for catered events utilizing the boats for a unique guest experience. Also, underway is a second dock being constructed behind the Elephant Pavilion. This will allow guests to travel between Aquaticus and the Elephant Habitat via water.

Safari Voyage is a partnership between the Zoo and Water Taxi LLC, the same company which has operated boats on the Bricktown Canal since 1999.

See the Zoo from a water view today on the all new Safari Voyage adventure!

Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Buildings close at 4:45 p.m. daily. Beginning May 5, on Saturdays only and through September 1, the Zoo will remain open until 8 p.m. with buildings closing at 7:45 pm.

MARCH 10: SEA LION SHOW SEASON BEGINS
Lots of splish. Lots of splash. That’s what the Zoo's Sea Lion Show has to offer. Another exciting show season begins March 10. Cost of admission is $2 for adults and $1 for children three-11. Children two and under are free. The show time schedule is as follows:

March 10-25 (Spring Break):
* Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 1 and 3 p.m.
* Saturdays at 10:30 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m.
* Sundays at 1 and 3 p.m.

April-Labor Day:
* Thursdays and Fridays at 10 a.m. and noon
* Saturdays at 10:30 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m.
* Sundays at 1 and 3 p.m.

Ever wonder what a parrot likes to do for fun? How bowling helps save rhinos? Or, why altering your grocery list can save wild orangutans? Keeper Connections are a great way to learn about your favorite animals from the people who care for them. Connect with wildlife while hearing & seeing how the Zoo strives to conserve and preserve our natural resources, and what you can do to help, too.

The OKC Zoo has opened a platform where visitors can hand off leafy treats to the Zoo's four giraffes.

Visitors pay $3 to buy romaine lettuce or leafy branches to offer to the zoo's four giraffes.

Feeding Times:
11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm and 2pm Daily