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Individual and Family Wild Winks Overnights
Come Spend the Night
at the Zoo!
Wild Wink overnights offers those 7 and older, a unique opportunity to spend the night at the Houston Zoo. Fee includes interactive activities, touchable animals, dinner, continental breakfast and admission to the Zoo after the program is over on the second day.
What's Included:
- interactive, educational activities
- guided walks with experienced Zoo staff
- live, touchable animals
- dinner and continental breakfast
- slumber inside the Zoo. Weather permitting, participants will sleep in tents.
- free admission into the Zoo when program ends
(Note: While overnight experiences include touchable animals, fun activities and animal viewing, there are no behind-the-scenes tours. Tents will be provided.)
Due to the popularity of these programs, reservations are on a first come first serve basis and are not taken over the phone. Requests are processed in the order that they are received. Spaces are not guaranteed until you receive a call for payment or receive a confirmation letter. The Reservation form must be filled out and submitted to Group Sales to start this process.
Don't see a date that works for your group? Call Sharon Reyes at 713-533-6543 for possible date options.
Time:
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 a.m. For the courtesy of the other participants, and the safety and security of all, we ask that you not arrive late nor plan to leave the program early.
Cost:
Members: $70 per person
Non-members: $80 per person
Limit of 20 people per evening--only registered participants may attend.
Dates:
February 12, 2010
Adult Wild Wink (21+ ONLY)
June 11, 2010
Frequently-Asked Questions:
Where do we sleep?
Weather permitting, participants sleep in tents on Zoo grounds.
What if it rains? What if the weather is really hot or really cold?
Dress for the weather. We do not cancel the program unless the weather is severe and safety is a concern. In case of extreme weather, the group will sleep inside a Zoo building, but it is up to the Zoo staff member to make that decision.
What do I bring for my overnight stay?
A sleeping bag, pillow, toiletries, and change of clothing. You may also bring a small mat to sleep on if you wish. Please DO NOT bring inflatable air mattresses, cots, or more than one small clothing bag as we have limited space. Please leave electronics at home.
May I bring my camera?
Cameras and flashlights disturb the animals at night, but you may take photos during the morning portion of the program. Please leave cameras at home or with your belongings in your tent.
May we bring our own food and drink?
No, we provide sufficent food and drink for everyone. If you have specific dietary needs (such as vegetarian), please let us know at the time of your reservation so that we may plan accordingly.
What if I have someone in my group that has special needs?
We can accommodate those with special needs, but please contact us prior to the program to let us know specifics.
Questions about the Wild WinkProgram
For questions about the Wild WInk programs call 713-533-6543 or e-mail at wildwinks@houstonzoo.org
Registration
Note: Children must be at least 7-years-old and accompanied by a paying adult to participate in a Family Wild Winks. Use our Public programs registration form or call 713-533-6550 to sign up for this program. Payment must accompany your registration. Registration and payment must be received at least three weeks in advance of the program. We do not offer group rates for the Wild Winks program. To register contact our Group Sales Department at 713-533-6550, 713-655-554 or group.reservations@houstonzoo.org
Cancellations
Patrons who provide a written notice of cancellation to the Group Sales Dept. (1513 N. MacGregor, Houston, TX 77030) on or before 6 weeks (42 days) prior to the program date will receive a full refund. No refund will be issued after this date. Program and date changes must be made at least 3 weeks (21 days) prior to the program date and are subject to availability. The Houston Zoo reserves the right to cancel any program due to minimum enrollment, inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, in which case a full refund will be issued. Cancellations are official upon receipt of confirmation from the Houston Zoo. The Houston Zoo charges a $30 fee for all returned checks.
