Events at the Central Florida Zoo (scroll down to learn more!)
NOW OPEN
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is pleased to announce the grand opening of ZOOm Air Adventures at the Zoo. ZOOm Air Adventures is an aerial adventure course that will allow you to explore the tree tops from an animal’s perspective. Explore one or all of the three tree top courses available!
“This is an exciting addition to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens,” said Joe Montisano CEO. “Families can “ZOOm” from tree to tree using rope bridges, zip lines, suspended disks and a variety of unique systems for this exciting addition to the Zoo. Guests will immerse themselves in the canopy of the forest, much like an animal would pass through the trees and view the world,” he went on to say.
This entertaining, yet educational adventure will allow nature lovers and challenge seekers alike an opportunity to enjoy the thrill of adventure in Central Florida. Participants must be 54” tall to take part in the course. Prices for ZOOm Air Adventures start at $20.00 for the Upland Course and $35 for the Upland and Rainforest Courses combined. There are also other combination packages to choose from including adding a day at the Zoo into your adventure. A kid’s course is also available with a height requirement of 36” up to 60” for $12.00.
For more information on ZOOm Air Adventures or the Zoo, call 407/323-4450 or visit the Central Florida Zoo’s Web site at centralfloridazoo.org. The Zoo is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is located at 3755 NW Highway 17-92 at I-4 Exit 104 in Sanford along the shore of Lake Monroe.
Kid’s Jungle Course
Over 30 kid's games!
Must be over 36" and under 60" tall to participate
$12.00 + tax
ZOOm Air Upland Course Only:
Upland Course - Adult & Child (above 54 inches tall) $20.00 + tax
Upland Course & Rainforest Course $35.00 + tax
ZOOm Air Upland Course with Zoo Admission:
Upland Course plus Zoo Admission - Adult $28.95 + tax
Upland Course plus Zoo Admission - Child $25.95 + tax
Kids ages 3 to 11 years old and above 54 inches tall.
ZOOm Air Course Combo:
Upland Course, Rainforest Course plus Zoo Admission – Adult
$39.95 + tax
Upland course, Rainforest Course plus Zoo Admission - Child
$36.95 + tax - Kids ages 3 to 11 years old and above 54 inches tall
Athletic footwear required!
Watch for the Swamp Course to open soon!
ZOOm Air Adventures is an aerial adventure course that will allow you to explore the tree tops from an animal’s perspective. Explore one or all of the three tree top courses available! ZOOm Air Adventures is located at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens and is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call 407.323.4450 for information or 407.330.0767.
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SIGN UP NOW FOR: Summer Camps, Classes and Cub Club
Bring your child to a whole new adventure. Explore our exciting summer programs including half-and full day camps for children ages 6-12. For children ages 2-5 we are offering our exciting Cub Club preschool series. Summer camp registration will begin March 1, 2009. Please check out the Zoo’s Web site for information on Summer Camps and Classes and Cub Club registration. You may register on-line (after March 1)or by calling 407.323.4450 ext. 123.
July 4 and 5, 2009 - Red, White and ZOO
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Celebrate the 4th and the Central Florida Zoo’s 34th Birthday with live music, games, food, children’s crafts, face painting, magic, waterslide, zoo animal encounters and a watermelon eating contest with Maude and Mary. For sponsorship opportunities, tickets or more information contact 407.323.4450 ext 136.
July 25, 2009 - Green Cleaning Workshop
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Learn how to clean without the use of harsh chemicals. Kim Button, Owner of GreenWell Consulting will speak on the benefits of using earth-friendly, non-toxic cleaners. In addition to learning great recipes, each participant will make a green cleaner to take home. Members: $30 Non-members: $35
August 15, 2009 - Homeschool Open House
Sponsored by K12, Inc., this exciting free event will take place in the Wayne M. Densch Discovery Center from 10:00a.m. to 1:00p.m. and will be the registration kickoff for the 2009-2010 Homeschool ZOOventure Classes at the Zoo! The event will feature displays, games, giveaways, curriculum ideas, animals, and the chance to hear two presentations by: Daniel H. Franck, Ph.D., the renowned Senior Science Content Specialist for K12, Inc. Dr. Franck has years of experience creating science curricula for K12, Inc., Discovery Channel Education, and Scholastic, Inc., among many other credentials. The topics for his presentations are “From Your Brain to K12’s Courses and Back Again” and “K12 Science – Bringing Einstein’s Words Alive”. The event is free but registration is required. Please register at education@centralfloridazoo.org, or by phone 407/323-4450, ext. 123, ext. 123.
August 17, 2009 - Homeschool ZOOventure Classes (registration begins)
The Zoo offers ZOOventure classes targeted to homeschool students. The students will be inspired and challenged as they experience our living classroom for these interactive programs. Limited class size allows for personal attention and up close wildlife encounters. A complete list of 2009-2010 classes will be available online beginning August 17, 2009. Classes are held September thru May. To register please call 407.323.4450 ext. 123, at least two weeks in advance or visit our website (after August 17) to register online.
Originally scheduled for August 22, 2009 - Black Tie on the Wild Side has changed to November 14, 2009 at the ZOO! Scroll down for more info.
August 29, 2009 - Green Gardening: National Wildlife Certification
10:00 pm to 12:00 pm
Learn sustainable gardening practices that can turn any garden into a wildlife friendly habitat and become a Certified Wildlife Habitat. Free
September 26 & 27, 2009 - Fiesta del Coquí
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Come to the Zoo for the annual “Fiesta del Coquí” and party with the coquí with live music, crafts and activities, demonstrations and much more celebrating the Hispanic culture. Enjoy fabulous regional cuisines, dance to the sounds of local bands, and be entertained by local dance groups, all celebrating this tiny frog of Puerto Rico. Call 407.323.4450 ext. 136 for information.
Every Wednesday in Storytime at the Zoo
October and November
10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Rainforest Pavilion
Enjoy animal stories along with a special visit from one of our favorite Zoo animals. Programs are presented by the Orange County Library System Storytellers in October and the Seminole County Library System Outreach Specialist will present in November. Storytime is designed for pre-school age children. Call 407.323.4450 ext. 123 for information.
(October 7, 14, 21 & 28 and November 4, 11, 18 & 25)
October 3, 2009 -Get in the Green Spirit of the Holidays
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Learn great tips on how to celebrate your favorite holidays, from Halloween to New Years Eve, the eco-friendly way. Members: $20 Non-members:$25
October 17, 18, 24, 25, and 31, 2009 - ZOO Boo Bash
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Trick or treat in the wildest neighborhood in town during the Central Florida Zoo’s ZOO Boo Bash. It’s a safe, fun, and not-too-scary event for young and old alike. Kids are invited to bring goodie bags and wear costumes for trick or treat stations. If you forget your costume, face painting will be available. Take a haunted hayride, visit the Pumpkin Patch for a fun photo, and learn about the myths and realities of some misunderstood animals. For more information, call 407.323.4450 ext. 116.
November 7, 2009: Green Holiday Game Swap
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Are you tired of the same old games? Recycle your used games at the “game swap”. Bring them in and exchange them for “new” (to you) games.
Free if you bring game(s) to exchange; $2 donation if you would like to acquire a game without recycling a used one. Unclaimed games will be donated to local charity organizations just in time for the holidays!
November 14, 2009 - Black Tie on the Wild Side at the ZOO
6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Have a wild night with the Zoo and a few of our animals! Enjoy a silent auction, artist gallery, dinner and drinks, loads of musical entertainment and dancing all to benefit the Central Florida Zoo. Details are being made to create a wonderful occasion for the thistypically sold-out crowd that will be held for the first time on ZOO grounds! Details coming soon! For sponsorship opportunities, tickets or more information contact 407.323.4450 ext 136.
December 5, 2009 - Members’ Only WILD Night!
Spend a WILD NIGHT at the Zoo with a special overnight camping adventure at the Rainforest Pavilion. Including an exciting flashlight tour of the Zoo, and a continental breakfast, members will also have an opportunity to reenter the Zoo in the morning before any one else arrives. Reservations and payment required by November 21. $17 per person. Campers must be five years or older. To make reservations please call 407.323.4450 ext. 123. Space is limited so call soon!
December 12, 2009 - Breakfast (or brunch) with Santa
Breakfast: 9:00 a.m. and Brunch: 11:00 a.m.
Call for pricing and availability.
Meet Santa at the Central Florida Zoo. There will be lots of fun holiday cheer and activities for the whole family. Share your holiday wishes with Santa and enjoy up-close animal encounters. After breakfast everyone can enjoy creating a special animal treat and then watch as the Zoo Keepers give the animals these special holiday gifts that were made. Call 407.323.4450 ext. 123 for seating times, reservations and pricing.
After Breakfast with Santa join us for“Gift it Green” — visit our green craft table where you can participate in making gifts from recycled products and then wrap it at the green gift wrapping station.
Other activities and programs at the Central Florida Zoo:
Animal Demonstrations
Every Saturday and Sunday (weather permitting)
11:00 a.m. Elephant Demonstrations
11:30 a.m. Bird Show (Magpie Jay Stage)
1:00 p.m. Bug Encounter (Discovery Center)
2:00 p.m. Elephant demonstrations
2:15 p.m. Primate Feeding Program
2:30 p.m. Feline Feeding Program
3:00 p.m. Reptile Demonstrations – Herpetarium
Animal Encounter - $9.50 per person
Elephant Encounter – A specialized behind-the-scenes encounter offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 2:15 p.m. where you will discover what 100,000 muscles in an elephant trunk feels like and feed this endangered species during this interactive tour. Learn about our Asian elephants, Maude and Mary, from their keepers.
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