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Sunday, September 22
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Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Sea Life Cliffs
Say hello to our seals—and learn firsthand about the care they receive from their devoted keepers at the L.A. Zoo.
Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Campfire Stories
10:30 am - 10:50 am
California Condor Rescue Zone Gather ‘round the (pretend) campfire and join us for an interactive story time featuring condors and their animal friends.
Campfire Stories
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
Wasserman Family Thai Pavilion at Elephants of Asia Watch a session with our Asian elephants and learn how zookeepers use positive reinforcement to build bonds with the elephants—and keep them healthy and safe.
Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
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Tomistoma Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Tomistoma Exhibit
Join us as keepers share insight on our resident Tomistomas near the LAIR.
Tomistoma Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Animals & You
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
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Tasmanian Devil Feeding
1:30 pm - 1:50 pm
Tasmanian Devil Exhibit
Tasmanian Devils are social feeders. Watch as keepers simulate their natural feeding behaviors and make sure to listen carefully as they make some pretty surprising sounds!
Tasmanian Devil Feeding
1:30 pm - 1:50 pm
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Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us to explore the amazing world of birds in our aviary. You can use binoculars to view the residents up close, memorialize your observations through nature journaling, and chat with an education specialist to take your birding skills to the next level.
Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Otter Talk
3:00 pm - 3:20 pm
Rainforest Stilt House Learn about some of the zoo's most playful residents as they swim, slip, and slide around their exhibit.
Otter Talk
3:00 pm - 3:20 pm
Monday, September 23
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Good Morning Gorillas
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Campo Gorilla Reserve Gorillas go through a morning routine just like we do. Get to know our gorillas and learn about their behavior from one of our education specialists.
Good Morning Gorillas
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
Wasserman Family Thai Pavilion at Elephants of Asia Watch a session with our Asian elephants and learn how zookeepers use positive reinforcement to build bonds with the elephants—and keep them healthy and safe.
Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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World of Birds Show
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Angela Collier World of Birds Theater The World of Birds Show has been delighting audiences for nearly 40 years. This free-flight show spotlights the natural behaviors and amazing abilities of its stars.
World of Birds Show
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Exploration Station (South America)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Whether using binoculars to see small details, joining our education specialists in nature journaling, investigating animal tracks, studying teeth, examining poop, leaves or anything in between, we’re going to slow things down so we can actually “see” our world.
Exploration Station (South America)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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World of Birds Show
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Angela Collier World of Birds Theater The World of Birds Show has been delighting audiences for nearly 40 years. This free-flight show spotlights the natural behaviors and amazing abilities of its stars.
World of Birds Show
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Today, September 17
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Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Sea Life Cliffs
Say hello to our seals—and learn firsthand about the care they receive from their devoted keepers at the L.A. Zoo.
Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Rainforest Stilt House Learn about some of the zoo's most playful residents as they swim, slip, and slide around their exhibit.
Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us to explore the amazing world of birds in our aviary. You can use binoculars to view the residents up close, memorialize your observations through nature journaling, and chat with an education specialist to take your birding skills to the next level.
Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Wednesday, September 18
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Good Morning Gorillas
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Campo Gorilla Reserve Gorillas go through a morning routine just like we do. Get to know our gorillas and learn about their behavior from one of our education specialists.
Good Morning Gorillas
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
Wasserman Family Thai Pavilion at Elephants of Asia Watch a session with our Asian elephants and learn how zookeepers use positive reinforcement to build bonds with the elephants—and keep them healthy and safe.
Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
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Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Rainforest Stilt House Learn about some of the zoo's most playful residents as they swim, slip, and slide around their exhibit.
Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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World of Birds Show
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Angela Collier World of Birds Theater The World of Birds Show has been delighting audiences for nearly 40 years. This free-flight show spotlights the natural behaviors and amazing abilities of its stars.
World of Birds Show
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Exploration Station (South America)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Whether using binoculars to see small details, joining our education specialists in nature journaling, investigating animal tracks, studying teeth, examining poop, leaves or anything in between, we’re going to slow things down so we can actually “see” our world.
Exploration Station (South America)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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World of Birds Show
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Angela Collier World of Birds Theater The World of Birds Show has been delighting audiences for nearly 40 years. This free-flight show spotlights the natural behaviors and amazing abilities of its stars.
World of Birds Show
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Thursday, September 19
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Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Sea Life Cliffs
Say hello to our seals—and learn firsthand about the care they receive from their devoted keepers at the L.A. Zoo.
Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Rainforest Stilt House Learn about some of the zoo's most playful residents as they swim, slip, and slide around their exhibit.
Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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World of Birds Show
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Angela Collier World of Birds Theater The World of Birds Show has been delighting audiences for nearly 40 years. This free-flight show spotlights the natural behaviors and amazing abilities of its stars.
World of Birds Show
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us to explore the amazing world of birds in our aviary. You can use binoculars to view the residents up close, memorialize your observations through nature journaling, and chat with an education specialist to take your birding skills to the next level.
Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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World of Birds Show
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Angela Collier World of Birds Theater The World of Birds Show has been delighting audiences for nearly 40 years. This free-flight show spotlights the natural behaviors and amazing abilities of its stars.
World of Birds Show
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Friday, September 20
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Good Morning Gorillas
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Campo Gorilla Reserve Gorillas go through a morning routine just like we do. Get to know our gorillas and learn about their behavior from one of our education specialists.
Good Morning Gorillas
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
Wasserman Family Thai Pavilion at Elephants of Asia Watch a session with our Asian elephants and learn how zookeepers use positive reinforcement to build bonds with the elephants—and keep them healthy and safe.
Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
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Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Rainforest Stilt House Learn about some of the zoo's most playful residents as they swim, slip, and slide around their exhibit.
Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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World of Birds Show
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Angela Collier World of Birds Theater The World of Birds Show has been delighting audiences for nearly 40 years. This free-flight show spotlights the natural behaviors and amazing abilities of its stars.
World of Birds Show
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Exploration Station (South America)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Whether using binoculars to see small details, joining our education specialists in nature journaling, investigating animal tracks, studying teeth, examining poop, leaves or anything in between, we’re going to slow things down so we can actually “see” our world.
Exploration Station (South America)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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World of Birds Show
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Angela Collier World of Birds Theater The World of Birds Show has been delighting audiences for nearly 40 years. This free-flight show spotlights the natural behaviors and amazing abilities of its stars.
World of Birds Show
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Saturday, September 21
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Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Sea Life Cliffs
Say hello to our seals—and learn firsthand about the care they receive from their devoted keepers at the L.A. Zoo.
Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Campfire Stories
10:30 am - 10:50 am
California Condor Rescue Zone Gather ‘round the (pretend) campfire and join us for an interactive story time featuring condors and their animal friends.
Campfire Stories
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
Wasserman Family Thai Pavilion at Elephants of Asia Watch a session with our Asian elephants and learn how zookeepers use positive reinforcement to build bonds with the elephants—and keep them healthy and safe.
Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
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Alligator Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Alligator Exhibit (across from Reggie's Bistro)
Join us as keepers share insight on Reggie the Alligator.
Alligator Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Animals & You
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
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Walkabout Australia
1:30 pm - 1:50 pm
Kangaroo/ Tasmanian Devil Exhibits
You never know what you’ll encounter on an Australia Walkabout! A rotating slate of daily programs may include animal feedings, tours, and keeper talks.
Walkabout Australia
1:30 pm - 1:50 pm
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Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us to explore the amazing world of birds in our aviary. You can use binoculars to view the residents up close, memorialize your observations through nature journaling, and chat with an education specialist to take your birding skills to the next level.
Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Otter Talk
3:00 pm - 3:20 pm
Rainforest Stilt House Learn about some of the zoo's most playful residents as they swim, slip, and slide around their exhibit.
Otter Talk
3:00 pm - 3:20 pm
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 X  International Vulture Awareness DaySaturday, September 7 • 10:00AM - 3:00PM Join us for International Vulture Awareness Day, where we’re celebrating these charismatic and often misunderstood birds with fascinating activities and special entertainment. Discover more about the very important role carrion eaters play in food webs around the world, and learn how the Zoo is helping to save the iconic California condor and other endangered vultures. 10:00AM - 3:00PM International Vulture Awareness DayX  Member TourSaturday, September 7 • 10:30AM - 12:00PM Docent-led tours are available to GLAZA members only and are free for everyone eligible on your membership. Please make reservations at least two weeks in advance. Meet in front of Reggie’s Bistro at 10:30 a.m., unless stated otherwise. 10:30AM - 12:00PM Member Tour |
8 X Member TourSunday, September 8 • 10:30AM - 12:00PM Docent-led tours are available to GLAZA members only and are free for everyone eligible on your membership. Please make reservations at least two weeks in advance. Meet in front of Reggie’s Bistro at 10:30 a.m., unless stated otherwise. 10:30AM - 12:00PM Member Tour | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 X  Family Nature ClubSaturday, September 14 • 9:00AM - 10:30AM Have you ever wanted to experience nature with your family but weren’t quite sure where to start? Join us for the L.A. Zoo’s Family Nature Club. 9:00AM - 10:30AM Family Nature Club |
15 X  WildhoodSunday, September 15 • 11:00AM - 12:30PM With Wildhood, Harvard evolutionary biologist Dr. Barbara Natterson-Horowitz and award-winning science writer Kathryn Bowers have created an entirely new way of thinking about the crucial, vulnerable, and exhilarating phase of life between childhood and adulthood across the animal kingdom. Dr. Barbara Natterson-Horowitz and Kathryn Bowers will discuss their findings followed by a book-signing. 11:00AM - 12:30PM WildhoodX Family Nature ClubSunday, September 15 • 9:00AM - 10:30AM Have you ever wanted to experience nature with your family but weren’t quite sure where to start? Join us for the L.A. Zoo’s Family Nature Club. 9:00AM - 10:30AM Family Nature Club | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 |
22 X  Toss the TuskSunday, September 22 • 10:00AM - 2:00PM Toss The Tusk is a series of events taking place at AZA-accredited facilities across the United States to raise awareness about the elephant poaching crisis and the illegal ivory trade. Organized by Association of Zoos & Aquariums’ Wildlife Trafficking Alliance, International Fund for Animal Welfare, and Wildlife Conservation Society, ‘Toss The Tusk’ encourages the public to stand up for elephants by attending a local event and “surrendering” their unwanted ivory. 10:00AM - 2:00PM Toss the Tusk | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 X  Roaring NightsFriday, September 27 • 6:00PM - 10:30PM L.A.’s “wildest” nights are back! These adults-only (21+) Zoo adventures feature live bands, DJs, special animal encounters, favorite food trucks, full bars, and more. 6:00PM - 10:30PM Roaring Nights | 28 X  Wild Wonder Family SlumberSaturday, September 28 • 6:00PM - 10:00AM Gather your family, your sleeping bags, and get ready for an overnight adventure at the Los Angeles Zoo. This exciting indoor overnight includes a nighttime guided tour of the Zoo, pizza/salad dinner, and an evening snack. 6:00PM - 10:00AM Wild Wonder Family Slumber |
29 | 30 X  Zoo Camp: Safari DaysMonday, September 30 • 9:00AM - 4:00PM Grab your backpack, lunch, and safari gear and join us at the Zoo for a fun-filled day of adventure. All Safari Day dates correspond to certain LAUSD unassigned days and/or holidays. 9:00AM - 4:00PM Zoo Camp: Safari Days |
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