ZOO BYTES October 2012
Rhino Month Become part of the struggle against rhino poaching by joining us for fun filled Rhino activities. These activities will help you to understand the plight of these majestic animals. The program is from: 22 September 31 October 2012 Activities include: Catch a Rhino Poacher Go undercover as a Game Ranger and follow the trail of the Rhino poacher. Get your clue card, and collect the clues which will lead you to the poacher. Date: Every Weekend Time: 10:00-15:00 Where: Around the Zoo Keeper Talks-Rhinos Hear interesting and fascinating stories about Rhinos. Find out what makes these animals so vulnerable to humans and their impact on the eco-system. Date: Every Weekend Time: 10:00-10:30 Where: White Rhino Enclosure Save the Rhino Message Board Add your voice to the struggle against rhino poaching. Write your message of support to save the Rhino Date: Every Weekend Time: 10:00-15:00 Where: White Rhino Enclosure
Breakfast with The Zoo Vet Enjoy a delicious breakfast with the Zoo s vet, Dr. Brett Gardner. Hear first-hand accounts of Zoo veterinary care and what it takes to look after the most timid and dangerous animals. Visit the Zoo hospital and get to meet some of our patients. Date: 29 September (Saturday) Time: 8:30 10:00 Where: Price: Contact: Sasol Bird Wing Aviary. R160.00 per adult Kevin Halama Tel: 011 646 2000 (ext 260) e-mail: kevin.halama@jhbzoo.org.za Limited seats available Book Now!
Holiday Programme Let the Zoo fill your holiday with fun and entertainment. If you enjoy animals, being outdoors and getting dirty then this program is for you. The program is from the 1 October - 05 October 2012 Programme for under 7 s Enjoy a ferry tour and get to see some of your favourite animals. The tour-guide will keep you entertained with fun stories about animals which will keep you amused. Refreshments are included. Cost: R70.00 per person Children must be accompanied by an adult Programme for under 7-13 year old Be prepared to have fun and get dirty. Each day is different: get up close and personal with some of our zoo animals, enjoy fun activities, play games and much more. Cost: R70.00 per person For more information contact: Lebo Moalusi Tel: 011 646 2000 (ext: 216) e-mail: lebo.moalusi@jhbzoo.org.za
Howl oween Howl oween Join us for a frightful evening when the Zoo becomes haunted with witches, goblins, vampires and wizards. The event will be divided into 5 areas: Walk into the eerie Vampire Cave which is set in the dark with strange lights, scary sounds and creepy crawlies waiting to crawl onto your skin. Take a trip to the Devil Snake Pit if you dare, and meet some scaly friends. The Haunted House belongs to Sangomas practicing African Magic, but before you meet them they request you eat something not meant for humans. Meet some slithering snakes in the Reptile house. At fairyland you will get to meet some pretty fairies, a dancing Hippo and a Giraffe. Date: 27 October 12 Time: 17:00 Prizes will be awarded to the most scariest costume
Fun Runs Ground Hornbill Conservation Run/Walk Show your support toward Ground Hornbill conservation by participating in the Ground Hornbill Conservation Walk/Run All proceeds go towards protecting and caring for these majestic birds. Zoo Trot Zoo Trot is a great way to enjoy an active outdoor activity. Suitable for all ages, this 5 or 10Km fun run or walk takes you through the zoo s tranquil settings. Date: 7 October 2012 Time: 7:00 for 7:30am Entrance fee: R45.00 per person Date: 14 October 2012 Time: 7:00 for 7:30am Entrance fee: R40.00
Family Day at the Zoo & Tours Family Days at the Zoo Family Days at the Zoo are ideal for corporate team building, family get-togethers and group activity. Enjoy a fun filled day where the young and old can participate in unique activities in the zoo s tranquil setting. The day consists of: Games such as: treasure hunt, rope gladiator, team flag and more Photo opportunity with animals, Animal encounters Animal talks Face painting and much more. Spooky Moonlight Tour Explore the zoo in the evening and visit our nocturnal animals. Hear the unique sounds of these animals and watch them as they come out to play at night. Bring a picnic basket and torch. End the evening around a roaring bonfire. Date: 30 August 2012 Time: 17:00 Fee: R95.00 Booking is essential
Zoo Babies Animal Birth date Animal Birth date Visit our young and curious zoo babies as they start to adapt to their environment under a watchful eye of their mothers. Aoudad 10 September Bushbuck 1 September 2012 2012 Aoudad 28 August 2012 Blue Duiker 25 August 2012 Sitatunga 17 August 2012 Baby Mandrill Baboon 20 April 2012 Gemsbok 3 April 2012 Sitatunga 6 March 2012 Zoo babies are easy to locate with a new baby flags sticker on the species signs. Prevorst Squirrel Red Lechwe L Hoerst Monkey 2 March 2012 De Brazza Monkey 9 & 21 February 2012 15 December 2011 29 February 2012 Water Buck 16 February 2012 Bushbuck 20 January 2012
Animal Talks & Feeding Times Get to know our animals. Watch our animals as they tuck into their favourite meals/treats and listen to the Animal Keepers as they tell you more about the animals. The feeding takes place weekends and public holidays at the following enclosures and times: Time Animal 10:00 Chimpanzee 11:00 Vulture (Sundays) 11:15 Ground Hornbill 12:00 Polar Bear 12:15 Wild Dog and Cheetah 13:00 Crocodile talk (Sunday) 14:00 Gorilla