Return from AAZK conference

I have recently returned from the 2012 AAZK conference held in Syracuse, N.Y. It was held at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo and I was really impressed with the conference. My day started at about 7am and lasted till about 5pm. All day I was in classes, lectures and one of the days we got to go to the zoo. The conference offered several workshops or classes that I signed up forĀ  and paper presentations between. Some of these included RaptorRead more

International Hug Kent Day

As you read this I am in New York for the AAZK conference. Sadly, I will miss International Hug Kent Day.That’s right everybody, it’s Keeper Kent’s special day. Last year this tradition was started by Aaron who decided Kent needed a hug. So, make it a point to hug Kent today or make sure to give him a belated one if you miss it this year. He may go into the fetal position when you try, but he gets overRead more

AAZK CONFERENCE

Well, I have arrived in Syracuse, NY for the 2012 AAZK conference. I’m limited to the post and pictures because I am using my phone. So far I have learned about Giant Anteater introductions, getting primates to crate themselves and even shut the door behind them! Kimberly, I have a lot of information for you! Currently, I am waiting to hear about exhibit lighting.  Read more

Chummix the goat/duck/rabbit

Earlier you would have seen the rabbits in their outside enclosure. However, a lot is going on in the farm yard. The rabbits have moved to the other side of their barn and when the duck goes in for the night he now stays on the rabbits old side. This morningChummix had to temporarily go into the ducks enclosure because of all the new construction and repainting that is going on in the farm yard. Chummix didn’t seem to mindRead more