Zoo Blog

Happy National Zoo Keeper Week 2016!

Posted July 18, 2016 & filed under Everyday Zoo, Special Events.

We appreciate our Zoo Keepers EVERY week, but this week gives us an opportunity to shine the spotlight on these hard-working professionals, and the incredible lengths they go to in order to care… more ›

On Your Mark, Get Set…Read!

Posted June 23, 2016 & filed under Education Happenings, Everyday Zoo, Special Events.

Did you know Reid Park Zoo and the Pima County Library team up every summer to encourage kids to keep learning even when school is out? Each June and July the Zoo sends… more ›

Staying Cool at the Zoo

Posted June 15, 2016 & filed under Animal Updates, Everyday Zoo, Special Events.

Most cats aren’t crazy about water, but tigers enjoy plunging into pools and streams. Swimming is a great strategy for beating the heat in their native Asian habitat…and here in Arizona! During the… more ›

International Polar Bear Day

Posted February 26, 2016 & filed under Everyday Zoo, Special Events.

February 27th is International Polar Bear Day! Polar bears awe and inspire us with their strength and beauty, but they really need our help. Polar bears rely on sea ice to hunt seals,… more ›

2016 Summer Camp Registration is Open!

Posted February 17, 2016 & filed under Education Happenings, Special Events.

Registration for 2016 Zoo Summer Camp for kids entering grades 1-6 is now online. These camps are packed with unique adventures, and they fill quickly, so register today!  Click here for more information.

FREE Workshop for Middle School Teachers on 3/5/16

Posted February 3, 2016 & filed under Education Happenings, Special Events.

Teachers of grades 4-8 can earn professional development credits and learn how to use the Zoo as a resource for dynamic and memorable STEM activities. This workshop on March 5th is free AND… more ›

February Nature Play Days

Posted January 26, 2016 & filed under Education Happenings, Special Events.

Nature play starts at your Zoo! Join us on February 7th, 21st, and 28th for Nature Play Sundays at the Zoo! From 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. each of these days we’ll have a free-play… more ›

Camp Grizzly

Posted May 20, 2015 & filed under Animal Updates, Special Events.

What would you do if you returned from a hike to find two grizzly bears exploring your campsite? At the Zoo, we want to help you ensure that never happens; our exhibit signage… more ›

Reid Park Zoo Hosted Tour – Johannesburg, Swaziland, and Kruger

Posted January 15, 2015 & filed under Special Events.

Johannesburg – Swaziland – Lowveld – Kruger Private Reserves 14 Days / 13 Nights May 31, 2015 – June 13, 2015 Full Itinerary – Reid Park Zoo Hosted Tour – Johannesburg Swaziland and… more ›

Howl-o-Ween Instagram Contest

Posted October 24, 2014 & filed under Special Events.

You’re already planning to snap photos of your friends and family at Howl-o-Ween, right? Why not share those photos for a chance to win 4 tickets to our next big holiday event…Zoo Lights!… more ›