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2019 Coloring Contest Results
Another 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 […]
Kalin PalmatierDino Days 2018: A Record-Breaking Year
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Kalin PalmatierReptiland Roundup: Turtles and Tortoises
Happy International Turtle & Tortoise Week! In honor of International Turtle and Tortoise Week, we wanted to show off all the wonderful species of turtles and tortoises we have here at the zoo. What’s the difference between the two? The main thing that distinguishes a turtle from a tortoise is that turtles live in water […]
Kalin Palmatier2018 Coloring Contest Results
After receiving a record-breaking 453 entries, we are excited to announce the 2018 coloring contest results! Selecting a winner is tough when there are so many great entries to choose from, and this year was no exception. It also gets more difficult as we try to select original designs different from years past. That said, we […]
Kalin PalmatierKeeping up with the Joneses: An Off-season Visit to the Zoo
Think Reptiland is only a warm-weather destination? Think again! The Jones family recently stopped by the zoo and captured some of their visit on video! We love to see zoo experiences through the eyes of our guests, and if you’re wondering what it’s like to visit the zoo during our “off-season,” just watch the video!...
Kalin Palmatier2017 Coloring Contest Results
After receiving a record-setting 384 entries, we are excited to announce the 2017 coloring contest results! Selecting a winner is tough when there are so many great entries to choose from, and this year was no exception. It also gets more difficult as we try to select original designs different from years past. That said, we […]
Kalin Palmatier5 Advantages of Visiting Reptiland this Winter
This post was updated on 11-20-18. Don’t let winter put a damper on your family fun . . . get out of the house and head to the zoo! We may not come to mind when thinking of cold weather activities, but after you check out the 5 advantages of visiting Reptiland this winter, we hope […]
Kalin Palmatier2016 Coloring Contest Results
The Winner of our Paint the Dino Coloring Contest is… Haley Bower, 10, of Wellsboro! We chose Haley’s design because of its creative details and originality, and we think it will look GREAT painted on Muttaburrasaurus! Because the subtle shading and colors don’t fully come through in the scanned version...
Kalin PalmatierCelebrate Halloween with us!
It’s the last weekend in October, and we’re going out with a bang. Join us! Celebrate Halloween here at the zoo for a spooktacular weekend. Treat Bags all Around Nothing says Halloween like free candy. Visit now through November 1st and get a FREE treat bag! There are fun surprises hidden inside each one, so come claim yours […]
Kalin PalmatierVisitors “Dug” Dino Days
Last weekend we hosted Dino Days, an event dedicated to all things prehistoric. It turned out to be a fantastic weekend, despite the uncooperative weather. Our special guest for this 2-day event was Chris DeLorey, also known as Dr. Dino, Director of Education at the Brevard Zoo. As a paleontologist and dinosaur expert, he’s gone on many...
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