There are only a few more holiday shopping days left . . . but not to worry, we’ve got you covered!
Whether you’re buying for an animal lover, a choosy child, or “the person who has everything,” our zoo gifts take the guesswork out of your holiday shopping. After a quick trip to the zoo, we’ll have your holiday shopping wrapped up! 😉 Check out these ideas for last-minute gifts to finish your list!
Our gift shop is the perfect place to start (or finish) your gift-buying! Where else can you find animal-themed merchandise, handmade jewelry, fair trade gifts from around the world, educational books, interactive toys, and MUCH more?! We truly are like no other shopping destination. If you haven’t browsed our gift shop recently, we encourage you to stop in. You won’t regret it!
Adopt an animal for a loved one
Give the gift of an exotic animal . . . without the mess of a real one! Choose from several Reptiland favorites including a Komodo dragon, Aldabra tortoise, American alligator, and more. Different packages are available to suit any budget, and the best part is, your purchase helps us care for actual animals here at the zoo. It’s win-win!
Give the gift that keeps on giving . . . for a whole year!
That’s right, you can treat your friends and family to a year of wild adventures and memory-making at the zoo. An annual membership includes unlimited visits, free/discounted admission to special events, 10% off gift shop purchases, and more!
Wrap up the gift of countless options!
With a Reptiland gift card, you can give the gift of fun AND versatility by letting the recipient choose their own zoo experience. Here are some examples of how a Reptiland gift card can be spent:
Regardless of how they are redeemed, Reptiland gift cards are always money well spent! To purchase, stop in or call us at 570-538-1869—we’re happy to mail the gift card to you or the recipient at no extra charge! (We’ll even email a special print-out that can be given to the recipient if you’re extra short on time.)
Whatever your holiday gifting needs, we’re here to help. We’re open from 10am to 5pm through and including Saturday, December 24 so you can shop in our gift shop, pick up some zoo gifts, or get assistance from our friendly staff!
Have a happy, healthy holiday! Hope to see you soon!
Celebrate Darwin’s Birthday with Special Savings!
/in Uncategorized /by Clyde Peeling's ReptilandFebruary is known for many special days: Groundhog Day, Valentine’s Day, Abraham Lincoln’s birthday, Presidents’ Day . . . but did you know it’s also the month of Charles Darwin’s birthday? That’s right. Charles Darwin, the man who forever changed our understanding of life, was born on February 12, 1809. As one scientist said, “nothing in biology makes sense except in light of evolution.”
Memberships include many benefits, but perhaps the best of all is unlimited, free admissions for one whole year! Another huge perk: free admission to nearly all our special events (including Creature Feature happening this Saturday)!
With free admissions and many other discounts, zoo membership is a great deal on its own; combine that with 15% off savings this weekend, and it’s a family fun deal that simply can’t be beat!
Happy birthday to Charles Darwin, and we hope to see you all this weekend for our celebration savings event!
Learn more about membership and all its benefits.
Last-Minute Gifts to Finish Your List
/in Gift Shop, Holiday/Special Occasion, News /by Clyde Peeling's ReptilandThere are only a few more holiday shopping days left . . . but not to worry, we’ve got you covered!
Whether you’re buying for an animal lover, a choosy child, or “the person who has everything,” our zoo gifts take the guesswork out of your holiday shopping. After a quick trip to the zoo, we’ll have your holiday shopping wrapped up! 😉 Check out these ideas for last-minute gifts to finish your list!
Browse the Natural Selections Gift Shop for one-of-kind treasures
Our gift shop is the perfect place to start (or finish) your gift-buying! Where else can you find animal-themed merchandise, handmade jewelry, fair trade gifts from around the world, educational books, interactive toys, and MUCH more?! We truly are like no other shopping destination. If you haven’t browsed our gift shop recently, we encourage you to stop in. You won’t regret it!
Adopt an animal for a loved one
Give the gift of an exotic animal . . . without the mess of a real one! Choose from several Reptiland favorites including a Komodo dragon, Aldabra tortoise, American alligator, and more. Different packages are available to suit any budget, and the best part is, your purchase helps us care for actual animals here at the zoo. It’s win-win!
Give the gift that keeps on giving . . . for a whole year!
That’s right, you can treat your friends and family to a year of wild adventures and memory-making at the zoo. An annual membership includes unlimited visits, free/discounted admission to special events, 10% off gift shop purchases, and more!
Wrap up the gift of countless options!
With a Reptiland gift card, you can give the gift of fun AND versatility by letting the recipient choose their own zoo experience. Here are some examples of how a Reptiland gift card can be spent:
Regardless of how they are redeemed, Reptiland gift cards are always money well spent! To purchase, stop in or call us at 570-538-1869—we’re happy to mail the gift card to you or the recipient at no extra charge! (We’ll even email a special print-out that can be given to the recipient if you’re extra short on time.)
Whatever your holiday gifting needs, we’re here to help. We’re open from 10am to 5pm through and including Saturday, December 24 so you can shop in our gift shop, pick up some zoo gifts, or get assistance from our friendly staff!
Have a happy, healthy holiday! Hope to see you soon!
Holiday Gift Ideas: Zoo Fun for Everyone!
/in Gift Shop, Holiday/Special Occasion, News /by Clyde Peeling's ReptilandThe countdown is on: only 4 shopping days left until Christmas. The good news is, we’re here to help! A quick trip to the zoo, and we’ll have everyone crossed off your list! Check out these great holiday gift ideas.
Browse the Natural Selections Gift Shop for unique treasures
The perfect place to start on your gift-buying mission! Where else can you find animal-themed merchandise, handmade jewelry, fair trade gifts from around the world, educational books, interactive toys, and MUCH more?! We truly are a one-of-a-kind shopping destination. If you haven’t perused our gift shop recently, we encourage you to make the trip. You won’t regret it!
Adopt an animal for a loved one
Give the gift of an exotic animal . . . without the mess of a real pet! Choose from several popular animals including a Komodo dragon, Aldabra tortoise, American alligator, and more. Different packages are available to suit any budget, and the best part is, your purchase helps us care for actual animals at the zoo. It’s win-win!
Give a year’s worth of zoo memories
That’s right, you can treat your friends and family to a year of wild adventures and making memories at Reptiland. An annual membership includes free, unlimited visits; free/discounted admission to special events; 10% off gift shop purchases; and more!
Wrap up the gift of options!
With a Reptiland gift card, you can give the gift of fun AND versatility by letting the recipient choose their own zoo experience. Here are some examples of how a Reptiland gift card can be spent:
Regardless of how they are redeemed, Reptiland gift cards are always money well spent! To purchase, stop in or call us at 570-538-1869—we’re happy to mail the gift card to you or the recipient at no extra charge! (We’ll even email a special print-out that can be given to the recipient if you’re extra short on time.)
Whatever your holiday gifting needs, we’re here to help. Stop in now through Dec 24 from 10am to 5pm to shop in our gift shop, pick up some zoo gifts, or get assistance from our friendly staff!
Have a happy, healthy holiday. We hope to see you soon!
The Zoo is Reopening on June 5, 2020!
/in Uncategorized /by Clyde Peeling's ReptilandAfter more than 12 weeks of being closed due to COVID-19, we’re excited to announce that we will reopen this Friday!
Throughout the pandemic shutdown, we have had essential employees working behind-the-scenes. To keep more than 800 animals that reside at the zoo fed and cared for, our keeper staff have continued to provide the same excellent husbandry services despite being closed to the public.
“The past few months have been difficult for us, as they have been for nearly every business. Field trips, special events, and many other aspects of our business have been affected. That’s why we’re eager to get back to what we do best—educating and entertaining the public. But we’re committed to doing it in the safest and most responsible way possible; the health and safety of both our staff and visitors is paramount,” said Clyde Peeling, director.
Many safety measures and procedures have been put into place to prepare for our reopening.
In return, we ask that visitors wear facial coverings and practice social distancing at all times.
Beginning this Friday, the zoo will operate daily from 10am to 5pm until further notice. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.
We hope to see you soon!
Gift Shop Reopening on May 22, 2020
/in Gift Shop, News, Visitor Info /by Clyde Peeling's ReptilandJoin us for the reopening of the Natural Selections Gift Shop at Reptiland! Starting this Friday, we will be open daily from 10am to 5pm in the gift shop ONLY.
With more than 60 lines of merchandise and over 1,000 different items, there truly is something for everyone! Appropriately named for the wide variety of nature-related merchandise, the Natural Selections Gift Shop has expanded over the years to include beautiful handmade jewelry, unique fair trade gift items, and other high-end pieces from around the world. It is also a place where school children and families can find reasonably priced toys, books, educational and souvenir items. And even though the zoo isn’t open yet, you can still treat the animal lover in your life to one of our Adopt-an-Animal packages or a zoo gift card!
While we are excited to reopen, we also take the health and safety of both our staff and customers very seriously. That is why we have put the following precautions and procedures into place.
In addition, we ask that everyone entering the gift shop wear a face covering and practice social distancing at all times. We appreciate your cooperation.
Join us as we take this exciting first step towards reopening Reptiland! For questions or more information, please email us at info@spykek75.sg-host.com or call 570-538-1869.
2019 Coloring Contest Results
/in Exhibits, News /by Clyde Peeling's ReptilandAnother year, another successful Dino Coloring Contest!
We struggle with choosing just one winner every year. When we look through the entries and see the time and care that went into creating them, we wish we could name everyone the winner! That said, a huge thank you to all who entered our contest! We truly enjoy each and every one of them, and without so many to choose from, this contest would be a lot less fun!
The Selection Process
To keep this contest as fair as possible, we have a staff selection committee. The committee members review ALL of the entries, and choose ten of their favorites. The entry that receives the most votes, wins (this is also how we choose the entries for honorable mention).
Okay. Now, on to the results . . .
Honorable Mention
Though not chosen as the winner, we had to recognize these awesome dino designs and their designers! This year, we would like to congratulate the following on receiving Honorable Mention (listed in no particular order):
Yeva Lampel
Landon Stetts
Mariella Potter
Blaze Sherman
Great job, guys and gals!
Contest Winner
And without further ado, the 2019 Dino Coloring Contest winner is . . . *drumroll*
Ian Lebold!
We love the colors, shading, and attention to detail in this design. Congratulations, Ian! It’s clear you have a great artistic gift. We look forward to seeing more of your dino-mite artwork in the future!
Another big thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s contest. We could not be more pleased with the turnout, and we hope you all enter again next year!
(Oh, and be on the lookout for something special from Clyde Peeling as a special “thank you” for participating!)
What’s in Store: New Arrivals and SALE for V Day!
/in Gift Shop, Holiday/Special Occasion, Sale/Promotion, What's in Store /by Clyde Peeling's ReptilandDino Days 2018: A Record-Breaking Year
/in Exhibits, Special Events /by Clyde Peeling's ReptilandProper Pet Care: Turtles and Tortoises
/in Education, Keeper Care, Reptiles /by Clyde Peeling's ReptilandAre you considering a turtle or tortoise for your next pet? Our Proper Pet Care series can help you make your decision! Our zookeepers broke down a few considerations a prospective pet owner should make before choosing a species of turtle or tortoise. These animals are a well loved bunch, but caring for one of them can be deceptively difficult. In the video below, zookeepers Geordi and Patrick discuss a few things potential turtle or tortoise owners ought to know before purchasing a pet like this.
Size, habitat, and lifespan
Many species of turtle commonly sold in pet stores actually require complex care. Red-eared sliders are a great example of this. When a person buys a red-eared slider, they typically don’t realize that these turtles can grow to have a foot long carapace, or shell length. A turtle this size requires a very large tank with a good filtration system. Turtles in general are very messy animals to care for. They prefer to be solitary, and some males will even fight to the death if they are placed in a tank together.
Furthermore, turtles and tortoises live very long lives. The red-eared slider can live to be about 25-30 years old. That’s a huge commitment for a pet, especially one that needs special equipment and care.
Diet
Diet is a crucial part of keeping turtles and tortoises healthy. They require a variety of specialized pellets, greens, insects, and fruit. Each species of turtle or tortoise requires its own particular diet, so a lot of research is required before purchasing an animal like this.
Health concerns
The consequences of improper care can be enormous for a turtle or tortoise. For tortoises, pyramiding on the shell becomes a problem when their habitat lacks the humidity they require in their formative years. For both turtles and tortoises, metabolic bone disease (MBD), or the softening of the bone, is the result of too little sunlight or calcium in their diet.
Is a turtle or tortoise right for me?
Only you can decide whether or not one of these animals is right for you. If you have done extensive research on your specific breed, and you are ready to make the time commitment and the financial commitment, a turtle or tortoise can be very a rewarding pet to keep. A beginner-friendly turtle to start with is the painted turtle, which we have created a care sheet for here.
We hope you have found this information helpful! Always remember to do your own research on the specific species of animal you’d like to own as a pet. An understanding of your pet’s specific needs is the best way to keep them healthy and safe.
Birds of Prey Day Recap
/in Education, Special Events /by Clyde Peeling's ReptilandApril 22, 2018 marked our very first Birds of Prey Day! In case you missed it, watch the video below to see some of the highlights from our inaugural event, including a golden eagle flight and a few words from master falconers Patrick Miller and Michael Kuriga. After the video, scroll down for a recap of noteworthy Birds of Prey Day happenings!
2018 Recap
Master falconer Michael Kuriga gave four talks about these magnificent birds. He had two beautiful goshawks with him, Aurora and Norbert. Michael had so many fascinating stories to share about birds of prey. He even let Aurora perch on our zookeeper, Rachel!
After each of Michael’s talks, master falconer Patrick Miller of ZooAmerica performed flight demonstrations with Bliss the golden eagle. Bliss is one of many birds of prey that Patrick is responsible for at ZooAmerica.
After the flight, Patrick allowed everyone to ask questions and get a closer look at Bliss. Here, you can see a young girl named Clara showing Bliss her “wingspan.” To Clara’s surprise, Bliss reciprocated by showing off her wingspan!
Our own great horned owl, Darwin, had a big day too! Usually he isn’t on exhibit, but works closely with our zookeepers for special events and shows. Before Birds of Prey Day, he had never been around so many people at once! But with zookeeper Rachel around to reassure him, Darwin handled it like a pro!
Darwin sat on his perch and visited with everyone for the entire day. He even happily posed for lots of pictures with people at the zoo!
A huge thank you to master falconers Michael Kuriga and Patrick Miller for sharing their knowledge and their birds with us! We couldn’t be happier with the turnout at our first Birds of Prey Day!