Zoo Happenings
Enjoy the Northland’s version of Punxsutawney Phil at the Lake Superior Zoo!
Visit the Lake Superior Zoo on Thurs., Feb. 2, 2011 to see if the animals see their shadows in honor of Groundhog Day. On Thursday at 11 am we will be watching for our prairie dogs as well as our porcupine, Spike, to emerge into the frosty morning air and predict the arrival of spring.
As is customary of Groundhog Day lore, if the animals see their shadows there will still be six weeks of winter yet to come; however, if they don’t see their shadows we will see an early spring.
Since it’s been such an unusual winter so far, it will be interesting to see their predictions!
Support the Lake Superior Zoo at Paw de Deux!
The Lake Superior Zoological Society announces its 4th annual gala event, Paw de Deux (a dance for two), scheduled for Saturday, February 11th at Northland Country Club in Duluth. An exquisite evening is planned with live and silent auctions, a gourmet dinner, plus live music and dancing to the musical talents of the Pot Bellied Stallions. Tickets are still available, at $100 per person, and may be purchased online at www.LSZoo.org or by calling the Lake Superior Zoo at 218-730-4500, ext 209.
Last year, nearly 175 people celebrated Valentine’s Day by combining romance with generosity. The dinner and silent and live auctions raised $45,800, to benefit the zoo. A strong volunteer committee, chaired by Jody Watt and Cher Franzen are working hard to raise more money for the zoo this year. Proceeds from this year’s Paw de Deux will benefit the pavilion restoration project.
Hundreds of unique items will be up for auction, including original artwork by Pam Dull, Adu Gindy, Rosemary Guttormson, Dale Lucas and Barbara Savage. Guests will also have the opportunity to bid on exclusive zoo-themed experiences, entertainment and dining packages, getaways, beautiful jewelry, services and specialty items.
NEW Education Program! Breakfast with the Animals!
Zoo animals eat breakfast in the morning too! Join them before the zoo opens for a light continental breakfast and a behind-the-scenes peak at animal enrichment. Child-focused and caregiver-directed free play activities and crafts will stir your child’s imagination and inspire learning.
The program kicks off on Friday, Feb. 3 and Saturday, Feb. 4 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. with a Bird Banquet. Enjoy breakfast with the zoo’s cockatoos and macaws. Learn about flight and feathers through imaginative play and enjoy a visit around the zoo afterwards.
On Friday, March 9 and Saturday, March 10 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. take part in Hungry Like a Wolf. educational crafts and activities focusing on wolf behavior, and a “people breakfast” with the zoo’s early risers. Then visit the wolves and watch them devour their carnivore meals!
Breakfast with the Animals is for children ages 3 to 6, with a caregiver. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Members: $9 adults, $4 children / Non-members: $19 adults, $9 children.
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