Events

2009 February Events Calendar


For general zoo information please call 503-226-1561
Dates are subject to change. Information on classes and camps can be found in our Education Section.
Information on classes and events at all Metro facilities can be found on the Metro Web site calendar.


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KEEPER TALKS
Daily

Learn about our animals from our zookeepers.

Second TUESDAY
Tuesday, Feb. 10 | Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Tour the zoo for the discounted price of $2 per person. Children under 3 years of age will, as always, be admitted free of charge.

With support from Bank of America.

Thelma the sea otter with her ValentineBE MY VALENTINE
Animals receive valentine-themed enrichment from their keepers.

Friday, Feb. 13 | Time: 10:30 a.m.

Sea otters will receive shiny, red heart-shaped frozen seafood enrichment treats, while hippos and Visayan warty pigs are handed heart-shaped enrichment boxes filled with fruits and vegetables (all their favorites!). Great photo opportunity. Bring your camera!

dine and discover logoDINE & DISCOVER
Saturday, Feb. 14 | Time: 6 p.m.

Spend a fascinating evening with animal experts & special guests as you dine on a delicious multi-course meal specially crafted by Chef Paul Warner.

Wild Dog WILDLIFE CONSERVATION LECTURE SERIES
Tuesday, Feb. 24 | Time: 7 p.m.
Greg Rassmussen: "Lasting Conservation Solutions to Conserve the Painted Dog in Zimbabwe and Beyond"
Sponsored by Pro Photo Supply and Shiels Obletz Johnsen and Portland General Electric.

The African painted dog has gone from a population of nearly a half million to fewer than 3,000 today. Learn about a 16-year effort to bring them back from the brink of extinction.

The Wildlife Conservation Lecture Series, hosted by Oregon Zoo, Audubon Society of Portland and World Forestry Center, will be held in Oregon Zoo's Cascade Banquet Center. Cost for each lecture: $10 general admission, $8
for members of host organizations, students and seniors.

For more information, call 503-226-1561.

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