March’s Featured Member: Karla Hamilton
We love our Members. Their incredible support allows us to make a difference to animals both locally and all over the world. This month, we’re spotlighting a Zoo Member that deserves recognition. We’re thrilled to introduce you to March’s Featured Member: Karla Hamilton.
We asked Karla to share a few words about what being a Zoo Member means to her. Here’s what she had to say.
“I love being a member of the Houston Zoo. In June of 2010, I went to The Houston Museum of Natural Science everyday to see Lois the Corpse flower while she was blooming. In September of 2011, a friend of mine called to tell me about Pewtunia the Corpse flower at the Houston Zoo. I immediately went down there to see her and became a member of the Zoo that day! I try to get to the Zoo every member morning as my schedule allows. I am a freelance artist and calligrapher and love taking pictures for my own pleasure and to incorporate in my drawings. I love talking to the keepers and appreciate the love they have for the animals and their jobs. I also am a member because I see that the Houston Zoo is a vital part to bringing awareness to the plights of animals in the wild and hope my small contribution is a help.
Also I appreciate how some of the animals were rescued from bad situations and given a better life at the Zoo! I have become fascinated with the Gorillas and the Red River Hogs. I love seeing the babies that have been born there, especially the Flamingos and how fast those little white balls of fluff grow. I try to always see the Cats (I have 3 house cats of my own) and was sad when Jonathan died, but he had a good life. After December’s Member morning, I have now put the Elephants on my regular walk. I can’t wait to see their new environment. I am a great fan of Dinosaurs and was thrilled by the Dinosaur exhibit I went twice. Each month I try to see either the Reptile house, Birds, Bugs, Aquarium and Natural Encounters. There is so much to see and learn about I never get tired of going and appreciate the extra perks like Photo day and the Horticultural tour!”
From all of us here at the Houston Zoo, we want to say thank you to Karla and all of our Zoo Members. As a Houston Zoo Member, your support truly makes an impact on the growth of our Zoo and conservation efforts. THANKS!
