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Breakfast with the Animals - Lions

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:56:15 GMT

Breakfast with the Animals - Lions
Start Date: 21-Nov-09 8:00 AM
End Time: 21-Nov-09 9:00 AM
Location: Lions Open Area, Houston, TX 77030
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SOLD OUT

Breakfast Is Going Wild!

A very special experience exclusively for Zoo members.
November 21, 2009

It will be a wild morning when you start your day with the Lions. On this roaring occasion you will have the opportunity to watch the feeding habits and enrichment activities of our Lions and enjoy breakfast too. Registration will begin the morning of November 6, 2009. These events fill up fast, so don’t miss out on an extra special event where you will become more familiar with our carnivores and the enrichment that is utilized to enhance their lives.

This unique experience is designed to provide you with interesting educational messages while stimulating healthy natural-like behaviors in our animal ambassadors.

Juice and Buffet Breakfast will be served promptly at 7:30.

Space is limited to the first 50 people. Registration and prepayment are required.

The Houston Zoo reserves the right to cancel any Breakfast. In the event that such a cancellation occurs, we will notify you by email of the cancellation and of the reschedule date.

Cost is: $60 per person. There are no discounts for children. The registration fee is not refundable.

Guests should arrive at 7:15 a.m. for
check in at the front entry of the Zoo.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Lions Open Area

1513 North Mac Gregor Drive

Houston, TX 77030

Breakfast with the Animals - Lions

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 21:09:44 GMT

Breakfast with the Animals - Lions
Start Date: 21-Nov-09 8:00 AM
End Time: 21-Nov-09 9:00 AM
Location: Breakfast with the Animals - Lions, Houston, TX 77030
Speaker:

Event Details:

Breakfast Is Going Wild!

A very special experience exclusively for Zoo members.

November 21, 2009

Juice and Buffet Breakfast will be served promptly at 7:30.
Space is limited to the first 50 people. Registration and prepayment are required.

The Houston Zoo reserves the right to cancel any Breakfast. In the event that such a cancellation occurs, we will notify you by email of the cancellation and of the reschedule date.

Registration open on November 6.

Cost is: $60 per person. There are no discounts for children.
The registration fee is not refundable.

Guests should arrive at 7:15 a.m. for
check in at the front entry of the Zoo.

Breakfast with the Animals - Lions

1513 North MacGregor Drive

Houston, TX 77030

Walk on the Wild Side - Elephant Husbandry

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:03:12 GMT

Walk on the Wild Side - Elephant Husbandry
Start Date: 21-Nov-09 9:00 AM
End Time: 21-Nov-09 10:30 AM
Location: Houston Zoo, Houston, TX 77030
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Join one of our expert Houston Zoo animal keepers for an insider’s look at the Zoo. Our staff will be your personal guides as they share their passion for the scaly, furry, and feathered critters in their care. Listen to stories of the animal's antics and personality quirks that will open your eyes and tickle your funny bone. Don’t miss your chance to take a Walk on the Wild Side!

November 21 – Elephants Husbandry

Join expert Zoo elephant staff members for a 1 – 1 ½ hour in-depth look into what it takes to care for our largest residents.

This Walk on the Wild Side tour begins promptly at 9:00 a.m. and starts in the Zoo’s entry plaza. You will be escorted to the Commissary by a Houston Zoo Ranger.

How old do I have to be?
The tours involve a lot of walking and are designed for ages 12 and older, but younger children are welcome with adult supervision.

How many people can take a Walk on the Wild Side tour with me?
We can accommodate 5 to 30 people. If fewer than 5 people register, the tour will be rescheduled later that same month.

How long does a Walk on the Wild Side tour last?
Tours typically last from 1 to 1 ½ hours

Where does my tour begin?
All Walk on the Wild Side Tours begin promptly at 9:00 am. at the Zoo’s main entrance. You will be met by a Zoo Ranger who will escort you to the starting area of the tour.

To avoid confusion regarding where you need to go, please arrive a few minutes early, so you can accompany the Zoo Ranger.

What do Walk on the Wild Side tours cost?
Due to the programming differences in these tour prices may be inconsistent with other Walk on the Wild Side tours.

Tour prices include regular Zoo admission.

Houston Zoo

1513 N. Mac Gregor

Houston, TX 77030

Day After Thanksgiving Free Day

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:39:16 GMT

Day After Thanksgiving Free Day
Start Date: 27-Nov-09 9:00 AM
End Time: 27-Nov-09 7:00 PM
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Safari School - Bongos

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 13:56:06 GMT

Safari School - Bongos
Start Date: 2-Dec-09 10:00 AM
End Time: 2-Dec-09 11:00 AM
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Ages 3-5
Wednesdays or Saturdays

10-11 am

$20 per class for members (includes 1 adult); $10 for an additional child

$30 per class for non-members (includes 1 adult); $10 for an additional child

Join us with your preschooler for an hour-long safari through the animal kingdom to explore the world of wildlife. Each week we'll learn about a new animal through interactive learning stations, hands-on activities, exhibit visits, touchable animals, and more!

Register for a September class and receive a free gift! One gift per child per household while supplies last. Gift will be distributed in class, must be present to receive.

September October

2 and 5 – Elephants 7 and 10 – Birds of Prey

9 and 12 – Orangutans 14 and 17 – Lemurs

16 and 19 – Koi 21 and 24 – Snakes

23 and 26 – Lions 28 and 31 – Bats

November December

4 and 7 – Porcupine 2 and 5 – Bongos

11 and 14 – Hornbills 9 and 12 – Turtles

Registration Information

Members First Saturday

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 22:07:26 GMT

Members First Saturday
Start Date: 5-Dec-09 8:00 AM
End Time: 5-Dec-09 9:00 AM
Location: Houston Zoo
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The Houston Zoo is open at 8:00 a.m. the first Saturday of each month for Members Only. Please bring your membership card and photo ID as usual.

Houston Zoo

Conservation Crew

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 20:16:21 GMT

Conservation Crew
Start Date: 5-Dec-09 8:30 AM
End Time: 5-Dec-09 3:00 PM
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Ages 13-18
Saturdays

Projects generally start at 8 am

$10 per project

Learn how to go green, help local wildlife and habitats, and earn service hours too! Teens participating in Conservation Crew will work on various conservation-related projects that impact our community one Saturday a month.

Project end time varies. All projects subject to change due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

September 26 - Bear Awareness Day at the Houston Zoo

October 10 - Take Me Outdoors Houston at Discovery Green

November 7 - TBD

December 5 - Prairie Planting at Sheldon Lake Environmental Center

January 16 - Building chimney swift towers

February - Date and project TBD

March 27 - TBD

April 24 - Sims Bayou trail work

May 15 - TBD

Registration Information

Registration closes one week prior to the program start date.

Asante Society Family Fall Fling

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:15:49 GMT

Asante Society Family Fall Fling
Start Date: 5-Dec-09 8:30 AM
End Time: 5-Dec-09 5:30 PM
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Safari School - Bongos

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 13:57:16 GMT

Safari School - Bongos
Start Date: 5-Dec-09 10:00 AM
End Time: 5-Dec-09 11:00 AM
Speaker:

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Ages 3-5
Wednesdays or Saturdays

10-11 am

$20 per class for members (includes 1 adult); $10 for an additional child

$30 per class for non-members (includes 1 adult); $10 for an additional child

Register for a September class and receive a free gift! One gift per child per household while supplies last. Gift will be distributed in class, must be present to receive.

September October

2 and 5 – Elephants 7 and 10 – Birds of Prey

9 and 12 – Orangutans 14 and 17 – Lemurs

16 and 19 – Koi 21 and 24 – Snakes

23 and 26 – Lions 28 and 31 – Bats

November December

4 and 7 – Porcupine 2 and 5 – Bongos

11 and 14 – Hornbills 9 and 12 – Turtles

Registration Information

Member Mornings -- Primates

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:58:08 GMT

Member Mornings -- Primates
Start Date: 7-Dec-09 9:15 AM
End Time: 7-Dec-09 10:00 AM
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Member Mornings offer you a chance to hear from one of our Zoo’s experts and gain professional insight about a select animal resident or area of the Houston Zoo.

Learn from the best in the field about what it really takes to care for the diverse animals that call the Zoo home. Plus, you can enjoy the Zoo before it gets crowded!

You will be greeted inside the Zoo’s main entrance in Hermann Park and escorted to exhibit area.

Programs begin promptly at 9:15 a.m. Approximate program length is 45 minutes.

Remember, "It's a New Zoo everyday!"...see you there!

Safari School - Turtles

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 13:58:17 GMT

Safari School - Turtles
Start Date: 9-Dec-09 10:00 AM
End Time: 9-Dec-09 11:00 AM
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Ages 3-5
Wednesdays or Saturdays

10-11 am

$20 per class for members (includes 1 adult); $10 for an additional child

$30 per class for non-members (includes 1 adult); $10 for an additional child

Register for a September class and receive a free gift! One gift per child per household while supplies last. Gift will be distributed in class, must be present to receive.

September October

2 and 5 – Elephants 7 and 10 – Birds of Prey

9 and 12 – Orangutans 14 and 17 – Lemurs

16 and 19 – Koi 21 and 24 – Snakes

23 and 26 – Lions 28 and 31 – Bats

November December

4 and 7 – Porcupine 2 and 5 – Bongos

11 and 14 – Hornbills 9 and 12 – Turtles

Registration Information

Photo Day

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:48:41 GMT

Photo Day
Start Date: 12-Dec-09 7:00 AM
End Time: 12-Dec-09 10:00 AM
Speaker:

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Photograph by Andy Biggs

Photography enthusiasts - come out to the Houston Zoo on Saturday, December 12 to capture images of the Zoo's animals and lush landscaping an hour and a half before our normal opening time. Take advantage of morning lighting and cooler weather and get memorable shots of some of the Zoo's early risers as they start their day.

Ticket holders will have access to the Zoo's public grounds and exhibits starting at 7:00 a.m., two hours before the zoo opens to the public. Attendees are invited to participate in scheduled activities or you can just roam the Zoo grounds at your leisure, taking photos of all that the Zoo has to offer, until our normally scheduled closing time of 6:00 p.m.

A continental breakfast and all-day access to the Zoo are included.

Photo Day Ticket Prices:

Adult Member : $25.00
Child Member : $15.00

Adult Non-Member : $30.00
Child Non-Member : $20.00

Children under 4 FREE

Special photography presentation by:

Andy Biggs
African Wildlife Photographer

Andy Biggs is an avid adventurer, conservationist, teacher, and outdoor photographer whose photography celebrates the African landscape and its rich wildlife, people, and culture. With a deep respect and understanding for African wildlife, Andy unfolds the world of the Serengeti onto our doorstep with striking emotional depth. His photographic safaris allow the traveler to not only enhance their understanding of photography, lighting, and wildlife, but to develop a life-long admiration for Africa's beauty and culture.

www.andybiggs.com

Schedule of Events: Saturday, December 12, 2009

7:00 a.m. Gates Open, continental breakfast

7:00-9:00 a.m. Photo access to Zoo grounds and all outside exhibits, including scheduled photo opps

9:00-10:00 a.m. - Photography presentation at Karamu Outpost tent by Andy Biggs

Have a question about this event?
E-mail grouptickets@houstonzoo.org.

Breakfast with the Animals - Sea Lions

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 14:51:54 GMT

Breakfast with the Animals - Sea Lions
Start Date: 12-Dec-09 8:00 AM
End Time: 12-Dec-09 9:00 AM
Location: Sea Lion Open Area, Houston, TX 77030
Speaker:

Event Details:

Breakfast Is Going Wild!

A very special experience exclusively for Zoo members.
December 12, 2009

It will be a wild morning when you start your day with the Sea Lions. Swim on over and you will have the opportunity to watch the feeding habits and enrichment activities of our Sea Lions and enjoy breakfast too.

Registration will begin the morning of November 20, 2009.

These events fill up fast, so don’t miss out on an extra special event where you will become more familiar with our mammals and the enrichment that is utilized to enhance their lives.

This unique experience is designed to provide you with interesting educational messages while stimulating healthy natural-like behaviors in our animal ambassadors.

Juice and Buffet Breakfast will be served promptly at 7:30.

Space is limited to the first 50 people. Registration and prepayment are required.

The Houston Zoo reserves the right to cancel any Breakfast. In the event that such a cancellation occurs, we will notify you by email of the cancellation and of the reschedule date.

Cost is: $60 per person. There are no discounts for children. The registration fee is not refundable.

Guests should arrive at 7:15 a.m. for
check in at the front entry of the Zoo.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Sea Lion Open Area

1513 Cambridge Street

Houston, TX 77030

Member Mornings -- Primates

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:55:02 GMT

Member Mornings -- Primates
Start Date: 12-Dec-09 9:15 AM
End Time: 12-Dec-09 10:00 AM
Speaker:

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Safari School - Turtles

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 13:59:25 GMT

Safari School - Turtles
Start Date: 12-Dec-09 10:00 AM
End Time: 12-Dec-09 11:00 AM
Speaker:

Event Details:

Ages 3-5
Wednesdays or Saturdays

10-11 am

$20 per class for members (includes 1 adult); $10 for an additional child

$30 per class for non-members (includes 1 adult); $10 for an additional child

Register for a September class and receive a free gift! One gift per child per household while supplies last. Gift will be distributed in class, must be present to receive.

September October

2 and 5 – Elephants 7 and 10 – Birds of Prey

9 and 12 – Orangutans 14 and 17 – Lemurs

16 and 19 – Koi 21 and 24 – Snakes

23 and 26 – Lions 28 and 31 – Bats

November December

4 and 7 – Porcupine 2 and 5 – Bongos

11 and 14 – Hornbills 9 and 12 – Turtles

Registration Information

Breakfast with Santa

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:30:56 GMT

Breakfast with Santa
Start Date: 19-Dec-09 8:00 AM
End Time: 19-Dec-09 9:30 AM
Location: Brown Education Center, Houston, Texas 77030
Speaker:

Event Details:

Christmastime is here and that means it’s time for our annual Breakfast with Santa!

Join us this December for a scrumptious meal, fuzzy animals to get up close and personal with, and a visit by the jolly guy himself – Santa Claus!

DATES:

Saturday, December 19th – Two Seatings
8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m. – Noon

Sunday, December 20st
8 - 9:30 a.m.

TICKETS:

Adults: $25 Member, $30 Non-Member

Children: $17.50 Member, $21.50 Non-Member

Infant (under 2 years): FREE

This event fills up quickly! Reservations required. Tickets are Non-Refundable.

View our Frequently Asked Questions about this event.

Brown Education Center

6200 Golf Course Drive

Houston, Texas 77030

Breakfast with Santa

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:33:45 GMT

Breakfast with Santa
Start Date: 19-Dec-09 10:30 AM
End Time: 19-Dec-09 12:00 PM
Location: Brown Education Center, Houston, Texas 77030
Speaker:

Event Details:

Christmastime is here and that means it’s time for our annual Breakfast with Santa!

Join us this December for a scrumptious meal, fuzzy animals to get up close and personal with, and a visit by the jolly guy himself – Santa Claus!

DATES:

Saturday, December 19th – Two Seatings
8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m. – Noon

Sunday, December 20st
8 - 9:30 a.m.

TICKETS:

Adults: $25 Member, $30 Non-Member

Children: $17.50 Member, $21.50 Non-Member

Infant (under 2 years): FREE

This event fills up quickly! Reservations required. Tickets are Non-Refundable.

View our Frequently Asked Questions about this event.

Brown Education Center

6200 Golf Course Drive

Houston, Texas 77030

Breakfast with Santa

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:36:12 GMT

Breakfast with Santa
Start Date: 20-Dec-09 8:00 AM
End Time: 20-Dec-09 9:30 AM
Location: Brown Education Center, Houston, Texas 77030
Speaker:

Event Details:

Christmastime is here and that means it’s time for our annual Breakfast with Santa!

Join us this December for a scrumptious meal, fuzzy animals to get up close and personal with, and a visit by the jolly guy himself – Santa Claus!

DATES:

Saturday, December 19th – Two Seatings
8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m. – Noon

Sunday, December 20st
8 - 9:30 a.m.

TICKETS:

Adults: $25 Member, $30 Non-Member

Children: $17.50 Member, $21.50 Non-Member

Infant (under 2 years): FREE

This event fills up quickly! Reservations required. Tickets are Non-Refundable.

View our Frequently Asked Questions about this event.

Brown Education Center

6200 Golf Course Drive

Houston, Texas 77030

New Year''s Day Free Day

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:40:03 GMT

New Year's Day Free Day
Start Date: 1-Jan-10 9:00 AM
End Time: 1-Jan-10 7:00 PM
Speaker:

Member Mornings -- Reptiles

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:15:01 GMT

Member Mornings -- Reptiles
Start Date: 4-Jan-10 9:15 AM
End Time: 4-Jan-10 10:00 AM
Speaker:

Event Details:

Members First Saturday

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 19:16:11 GMT

Start Date: 3-Jul-10 8:00 AM
End Time: 3-Jul-10 9:00 AM

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Safari School - Bongos

Ages 3-5 Wednesdays or Saturdays

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Members First Saturday

Conservation Crew

Registration Information

Asante Society Family Fall Fling

Safari School - Bongos

Ages 3-5 Wednesdays or Saturdays

Registration Information

Member Mornings -- Primates

Safari School - Turtles

Ages 3-5 Wednesdays or Saturdays

Registration Information

Photo Day

A continental breakfast and all-day access to the Zoo are included.

Photo Day Ticket Prices:

Adult Member : $25.00Child Member : $15.00

Adult Non-Member : $30.00Child Non-Member : $20.00

Children under 4 FREE

Andy BiggsAfrican Wildlife Photographer

Schedule of Events: Saturday, December 12, 2009

Breakfast with the Animals - Sea Lions

Member Mornings -- Primates

Safari School - Turtles

Ages 3-5 Wednesdays or Saturdays

Registration Information

Breakfast with Santa

Christmastime is here and that means it’s time for our annual Breakfast with Santa!

DATES:

TICKETS:

Breakfast with Santa

Christmastime is here and that means it’s time for our annual Breakfast with Santa!

DATES:

TICKETS:

Breakfast with Santa

Christmastime is here and that means it’s time for our annual Breakfast with Santa!

DATES:

TICKETS:

New Year''s Day Free Day

Member Mornings -- Reptiles

Members First Saturday

Breakfast Is Going Wild!

A very special experience exclusively for Zoo members.

November 21, 2009

Ages 3-5
Wednesdays or Saturdays

Ages 3-5
Wednesdays or Saturdays

Ages 3-5
Wednesdays or Saturdays

Adult Member : $25.00
Child Member : $15.00

Adult Non-Member : $30.00
Child Non-Member : $20.00

Andy Biggs
African Wildlife Photographer

Ages 3-5
Wednesdays or Saturdays