Animal Encounters & Experiences

The Zoo is temporarily closed.

While there have been no known cases of exposure to COVID-19 at the Zoo, the health and safety of our staff, volunteers, guests, community and animals is our top priority. More info

Animal Programs

For more info about the animal experiences below, click here.

Kroger Cheetah Encounter

There will be no cheetah or barnyard encounters through the end of April.

Learn about the fastest land mammal and see them do what they do best…RUN! Resumes Spring 2020.

cheetah running

Cheetah Encounter Sponsored by:

The Zoo partners with the Joanie Bernard Foundation to spread the word about responsible pet ownership and the benefits of spaying/neutering domestic cats.

First Watch Blakely’s Barnyard Bonanza

There will be no cheetah or barnyard encounters through the end of April.

A fast-paced, fun, family-friendly interaction in our Children’s Zoo. Resumes Spring 2020.

barnyard bonanza

Blakely’s Barnyard Bonanza Presented by:

Ameritas Wings of Wonder

Flights will resume spring 2020. This special encounter where you can watch birds fly, call, mimic, climb and outsmart their trainers.

Wings of Wonder Bird Encounter Sponsored by:

The Zoo is temporarily closed.

While there have been no known cases of exposure to COVID-19 at the Zoo, the health and safety of our staff, volunteers, guests, community and animals is our top priority. More info

Animal Programs

Kroger Cheetah Encounter

There will be no cheetah or barnyard encounters through the end of April.

First Watch Blakely’s Barnyard Bonanza

There will be no cheetah or barnyard encounters through the end of April.

Ameritas Wings of Wonder

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