Closed Monday projects- Thank you Aaron

Lots and Lots of work occurs on our Closed-Monday projects. Thus far, we’ve removed dead trees from the lemur exhibit, pressure washed every barn in the farmyard, dusted all the lighting in Carolina Wildlife, and mowed and seeded the bear yard. Aaron took one for the Team on Monday as he cleaned up underneath the Aviary and Muskrat exhibits in Carolina Wildlife. It is one of the most miserable tasks I can think of, so a HUGE thanks to AaronRead more

94% Eclipse!

Where were you during the solar eclipse of 2017? A little over half of the Animal Department works on Mondays. Normally, you might hear a fair bit of grumbling when something cool is happening but “we have to be at work” during it. Not this time! Working at a science museum has a lot of interesting and often unique perks. I don’t think anyone was bummed to be working at the museum on “Eclipse Day,” we were ready for this! ExtraRead more

Another drawing to add to the list

It’s been awhile since I’ve shared my drawing skills on the blog. As folks who have seen my drawings know… it’s quite special. my drawing of some staff leaving for the day, click here. drawings of Gus on the scale, by me and Aaron, click here. drawing names… click here.  (which, in terms of topic, is related to this other drawing) my drawing of a glove. The drawing below is not mine (too skilled for me), but rather from CarrieRead more

Biogen Idec helps us clean up again

Yesterday we had a group from Biogen Idec help volunteer. We take volunteer groups several times throughout the year to help us with major manual labor projects. Given the rain, Aaron had the group working inside scrubbing & cleaning walls, floors, vents, ceilings, etc. One of the projects on the list was the Reptile Holding Room. All the cages had to be moved out. Below, Aaron and Kai working in the empty room cleaning floors and more.   When IRead more