Zoo Map: Winter 2016-17
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Animal Feeding Schedule*
May 1 through September 1
| Goat Yard | 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily (Participants need to purchase pellets) Note: The Goat Yard closes 30 minutes prior to Zoo closing. |
| Giraffes | 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. (Participants need to purchase tickets. Cancelled during Zoo a la Carte.) |
| Aquatic & Reptile Center | 2 p.m. Weekdays (Sharks or Flooded Forest Exhibit) |
| Small Mammals Building | 2:30 p.m. |
| Big Cat Country | 3 p.m. (Sign at building indicates the species) |
| Harbor Seal Exhibit | 3 p.m. |
*Note: Feeding times may vary.
Animals in Action
Memorial Day through Labor Day – Weather Permitting
Admission: Free
Show Times:
Gorillas & Bonobos: 10:30 a.m. Daily at the Outdoor Gorilla and Bonobo Exhibit
Snakes & Spiders: 11 a.m. Weekends at the Aquatic & Reptile Theater
Bats: 11:45 a.m. Weekends at the Small Mammals Building
Elephants: 1:30 p.m. Daily at the Elephant Exhibit
Orangutans: 1:30 p.m. Daily at the Outdoor Orangutan Exhibit
Camels: 2:15 p.m. Daily at the Camel Exhibit or Camel Theater
Harbor Seals & Polar Bears: 3 p.m. Daily at the Harbor Seal Exhibit
Learn more about some of the Zoo's most popular animals at these presentations.
The Birds of Prey Show
Memorial Day through Labor Day – Weather Permitting
Admission: Free
Show Times:
Daily: 11 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 2:30 p.m.
Join us at the Kohl's Wild Theater and enjoy soaring free flights with this amazing flock! (Located in the Northwestern Mutual Family Farm)
Carousel
April through September daily, weather permitting.
October: Weekends only*
Admission:
Adults and Children: $2Show Times:
Daily: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.(ADA Accessible)
Ride on our carousel featuring a colorful menagerie.
Located across from the Train Station.
*Please note that operation of rides and attractions is dependent on factors such as weather and attendance. Please call ahead to confirm availability on the day of your visit.
Special thanks to our Carousel sponsor:
MillerCoors Giraffe Experience
The MillerCoors Giraffe Experience includes a large outdoor giraffe enclosure, an indoor exhibit, and an outdoor raised deck that allows visitors to feed the giraffes (for a fee). During your feeding, a Zoo Pride volunteer will be on hand to answer your questions and to make sure the giraffe is close enough to allow for feeding. (See information below about feeding schedules and purchasing tickets).
Giraffe Feeding:
When:
May 1 to Sept. 30, two giraffe feedings are offered daily at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., weather permitting.
*Giraffe feedings do not take place during Zoo a la Carte (August 17th – 20th, 2017).
Tickets:
Ages 13 and up: $5 each
Ages 3-12: $5 each (every two children must be accompanied by one paying adult.)
Ages 2 and under: $5 with paying adult (one child per adult).
Where/when to purchase tickets:
Tickets go on sale for both feedings at 9:30 a.m. at the Giraffe Retail kiosk at the end of the Giraffe Deck. Tickets must be purchased the same day as the feeding. There are a limited number of tickets sold per feeding, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Kohl's Wild Theater
Memorial Day through Labor Day
Admission: Free
Show Times:
Daily: 10:15 a.m., Noon, 1:45 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
Treat the kids–and yourself–to new, fun wildlife theater at the Zoo! Professional performers use drama, songs, and puppetry to inspire visitors of all ages to learn and care more about our natural world. Catch four different 15-minute shows on the Kohl's Wild Theater stage in the farm this summer. (Daily show schedule posted at the theater entrance.) Watch for actors performing short skits and impromptu plays around the Zoo, too!
For more information, visit WildTheater.org.
Oceans of Fun Seal & Sea Lion Show
May through September daily, weather permitting.
October: Weekends only*
Admission:
Adults and Children: $2.50
Show Times:
Daily: 10:30 a.m., Noon, 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m.
California sea lions and harbor seals take the aquatic stage as they entertain and educate guests.
*Please note that operation of rides and attractions is dependent on factors such as weather and attendance. Please call ahead to confirm availability on the day of your visit.
Safari Train
Memorial Day through Labor Day – Weather Permitting
Check ride area for hours of operation
Admission:
Adults: $3Show Times:
Children (ages 3 to 12): $2
Daily: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
All aboard our legendary Zoofari Express.
Tickets available at the Train Station.
Special thanks to our Safari Train sponsor:
Sky Safari
April through September daily, weather permitting.
October: Weekends only*
Admission:
Adults and Children: $3
Hop on the Sky Safari to get a new view of the Zoo!
Begins at the South American Yard.
*Please note that operation of rides and attractions is dependent on factors such as weather and attendance. Please call ahead to confirm availability on the day of your visit.
Sky Trail® Ropes Courses & Zip Line
May 7 through September 5: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Weather Permitting
October: Weekends only
Admission:
| Zip Line: $15 | Soar 500 feet in the air for a tree-top level adventure! |
| Sky Trail® Ropes Course: $12 | Explore 4 stories of rope elements like zig zag beams, cargo nets and more. |
| Sky Tykes® Ropes Course: $6 | Kids less than 48 inches tall can experience a scaled-down version of the full-size course. |
Special thanks to our Sky Trail® Ropes Courses & Zip Line sponsor:
Zoomobile
April through September daily, weather permitting.
October: Weekends only*
Admission:
Adults: $3Show Times:
Children (ages 3 to 12): $2
Daily: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Learn about the Zoo on a 25-minute guided tour. Tickets available at the Zoomobile Ticket Booth near the main entrance.
*Please note that operation of rides and attractions is dependent on factors such as weather and attendance. Please call ahead to confirm availability on the day of your visit.
Special thanks to our Zoomobile sponsor:
Beverage and Food Carts
Popcorn Wagons, Pretzel and Beverage Carts, and Ice Cream Kiosks are located throughout the park.
Dairy Store
Located in the Family Farm
Hand-scooped Ice Cream, Sundaes, Root Beer Floats, Funnel Cakes and Beverages.
Depot Snack Shop
Located near the Train Station
Specialty Hot Dogs, Sub Sandwiches, Steak Burger, Snacks, Hand-scooped Ice Cream, Funnel Cakes and Beverages.
Farmer's Market
Located in the Family Farm
Kid-friendly Menu Items: Mini-Pizzas, Hot Sandwiches, Ice Cream, Snacks and Beverages.
Flamingo Café
Located in the main entrance mall
Specialty Plates, Pizza, Gourmet Hot Sandwiches, Snacks, Hot Appetizers and Entrees, Salads, Desserts and Beverages.
Lakeview Place
Located across from Lake Evinrude
Value Meals, Hot Sandwiches, Pizza, Deli Wraps, Salads, Ice Cream, Snacks and Beverages.
Sea Lion Stand
Located in front of the Sea Lion Show
Specialty Hot Dogs, Philly Cheese Steak Sandwiches, Ice Cream, Snacks and Beverages.
