Current non-AZA accredited zoos, aquariums, nature

Transcription

Current non-AZA accredited zoos, aquariums,
nature-wildlife centers and refuges
in the United States.
Preliminary list created by Andrea Winkel, 2006.
Updated and expanded by Jenna L. Larson,
undergraduate (B.S. Zoology, Zoo & Aquarium concentration), October 2010.
Updated and expanded by Heather I. Cole,
undergraduate (B.S. Zoology, Zoo & Aquarium concentration), August 2012.
All editions completed under the direction of Dr. Richard Snider.
This list of zoos, aquaria and centers was researched and is indexed state-by-state. The document
now represents all the states where these unique facilities are located. Under each state, entries are
alphabetized and, where possible, contain:
Relevant e mail addresses and websites, spelled out and also provided as click sites.
Telephone numbers, if available.
The facility’s “mission” or specialty.
If any of the above information is missing, it is because it could not be identified at this time. As of
August 2012, this list reflects the best information available.
This list is presented to the Zoo and Aquarium industry in the spirit of professional fellowship.
Graduate and undergraduate students in related areas of study may also find this list helpful.
We want the list to accurately reflect the existing facilities. Please help to keep this list current ! To
update information or add new establishments, please send specific relevant information to:
Dr. Richard J. Snider
[email protected]
Department of Zoology,
Zoo and Aquarium Science Program,
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48823.
ALABAMA
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
1204 Gulf Shores Parkway
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Phone: (251) 968-5732
Email: [email protected]
W ebsite: www.alabamagulfcoastzoo.org
The Zoo was founded as a private enterprise and is run
by a non-profit organization. It houses 290 animals.
Audubon Bird Sanctuary on Dauphin Island
109 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Phone: (251) 861-3607
W ebsite: www.dauphinisland.org/bird
The Audubon Bird Sanctuary is a strip of protected
land that is a very important site for the spring
migration of many neotropical birds.
Dauphin Island Sea Lab: Estuarium/Public
Aquarium
101 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Phone: (251) 861-2141
Fax: (251) 861-4646
W ebsite: www.disl.org
For general questions: Lori Angelo,
Administrative Assistant to the Director
Phone: (251) 861-7507
For college program questions:
Sally Brennan, Registrar
Phone: (251) 861-2256
The Estuarium is an educational facility focusing on
the native habitats in Alabama. It features species local
to the area.
The M obile Zoo
15161 W ard Road
W ilmer, AL 36587
Phone: (251) 649-1845
W ebsite: www.mobilezoo.com
The Mobile Zoo was established for education and
promoting the survival of both endangered and nonendangered species from all over the world.
Limestone Zoological Park & W ildlife Refuge
30193 Nick Davis Road
Harvest, AL 35749
Phone: (256) 230-0330
The Park was established as a refuge for abandoned,
retired or abused animals and focuses on educating the
public about endangered species and wildlife
preservation.
Old M acdonald’s Petting Zoo
7826 US Hwy 72 E
W oodville AL 35776
Phone: (256) 776-4332
E-mail: [email protected]
The Zoo is a hands on petting and feeding zoo
featuring both exotic and domestic animals.
Non - AZA accredited zoos, aquaria, nature / wildlife centers & refuges
August 2012
page 2
Shoals Aquarium & Nature Center
One Hightower Place
Florence, AL 35630
Phone: (256) 764-5900
Located on the 2nd floor of the Renaissance Tower, it
houses over 400 species of fish and wild life that can
be found in the united states and around the world.
ALASKA
Alaska Raptor Center
1000 Raptor W ay
Sitka, AK 99835
Phone: 1-800-643-9425
W ebsite: www.alaskaraptor.org
Alaska Raptor Center is the leading facility for Bald
Eagle rehabilitation.
Alaska W ildlife Conservation Center
Mile 79 Seward Highway
P.O. Box 949
Girdwood, AK 99587
Phone: (907) 783-2025
W ebsite: www.alaskawildlife.org/
AW CC is a non-profit organization dedicated to the
conservation of Alaska's wildlife through education and
quality animal care.
The Alaska Zoo
4731 O'M alley Road
Anchorage, AK 99507
For volunteer questions:
Heather Doncaster
(907) 346-2133
W ebsite: www.alaskazoo.org
The goal of the Alaska Zoo is to promote the
conservation of arctic and sub arctic species with
research, rehabilitation and education.
Big Game Alaska: W ildlife Center
P.O. Box 949
Portage Glacier, AK 99587
Phone: (907) 783-2025
W ebsite: www.alaskawildlife.org
The W ildlife Center is a rehabilitation facility for
abandoned or injured native wildlife. They house
animals who can not be released and use these
permanent residents to educate the public about
wildlife.
Reindeer Farm
Alaska Reindeer Inc.
HC04 Box 7470
Palmer, AK 99645
Phone: (907) 745-4000
W ebsite: www.reindeerfarm.org
The Reindeer Farm is a reindeer petting zoo. Guests
can feed and interact with reindeer, black tailed deer,
moose, and elk in their natural environment.
August 2012
page 3
ARIZONA
Arizona Sea Life Aquarium
5000 S. Arizona Mills Circle, Ste. 145
Tempe, AZ 85282
Phone: (480) 478-7600
Fax: (480) 478-7609
W ebsite: www.visitsealife.com/Arizona/
Sea Life immerses visitors in a world of ocean with
their vast aquariums and animal encounters. Their role
is also important in the rescue, breeding and protection
of our marine wildlife.
Grand Canyon Deer Farm
6769 E. Deer Farm Road
W illiams, AZ 86046
Phone: 1(800) 926-DEER
W ebsite: www.deerfarm.com
The Deer Farm is a petting zoo where the public can
interact with deer, moose, bison, camels and many
more.
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary
1403 Heritage Park Road
Prescott, AZ 86301
Phone:(928) 778-4242
W ebsite: www.heritageparkzoo.com
The Sanctuary is a non-profit organization which
preserves both native and exotic species.
Keepers of the W ild Nature Park
13441 East Hwy 66
Valentine, AZ 86437
Phone: (928) 769-1800
Fax: (928) 769-1805
W ebsite: www.keepersofthewild.org
Keepers of the W ild is a 501(c)3 non-profit
organization dedicated to the protection of abused,
neglected, abandoned and retired captive wildlife. To
provide the best standard of care and help enforce the
humane treatment of all animals.
Oasis Sanctuary
P.O. Box 2166
Scottsdale, AZ 85252
Phone: (520) 212-4737
W ebsite: www.the-oasis.org
The Oasis provides a permanent home to abandoned or
abused exotic bird species.
Out of Africa W ildlife Park
4020 N. Cherry Road
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Phone: (928) 567-2840
W ebsite: www.outofafricapark.com
The W ildlife Park allows guests to interact with exotic
and native species in a natural setting.
August 2012
page 4
Navajo Nation Zoological & Botanical Park
Hwy. 264, Building 36A
P.O. Box 1329
W indow Rock, AZ 86515
Phone: (928) 871-6574
Fax: (928) 871-6644
[email protected]
W ebsite: www.navajozoo.org
They strive to provide quality exhibition of native plant
and animal species that will foster the understanding,
appreciation, knowledge and respect of plants and
animals that inhabit the Navajo Nation and the
Southwest.
Sonoran Arthropod Studies Institute
P.O. Box 5624
Tucson, AZ 85703-0624
Phone: 520-883-3945
W ebsite: www.saisonline.org
The SAIS works on educating the public through
research of the roles of arthropods in the Sonoran
Desert.
Sonoran Desert W aters Institute
2021 N. Kinney Road
Tucson, AZ 85743-8918
Phone: 520-908-1600
W ebsite: www.tucsonaquarium.com
The Institute offers research, education and
conservation programs to help protect aquatic and
marine life.
W ildlife W orld Zoo & Aquarium
16501 W . Northern Ave
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Phone: (623) 935-W ILD (9453)
For administration questions: (623) 935-5692
W ebsite: www.wildldifeworld.com
The W ildlife W orld Zoo is home to the only public
aquarium in Arizona and displays both native and
exotic species to the public.
August 2012
page 5
ARKANSAS
Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo
847 W hittington Ave.
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: (501) 623-6172
W ebsite: www.arkansasalligatorfarm.com
The Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo provides an
environment where guest can observe and interact with
both native and exotic species.
Kone-Crossland Zoo
1141 Parkway Drive
Crossett, AR 71635
Phone: (870) 364-7732
Kone-Crossland Zoo is home to 75 species of
mammals, birds, and reptiles.
National Park Aquarium
209 Central Avenue
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: (501) 624-3474
W ebsite: www.nationalparkaquarium.org
National Park Aquarium has 60 exhibits with a variety
of over 300 fish, reptiles, and amphibians.
Riddle’s Elephant & W ildlife Sanctuary
P.O. Box 715
Greenbrier AR 72058 – USA
Phone: (501) 589-3291 (501) 589-3291
E-Mail: [email protected]
W ebsite: www.elephantsanctuary.org
The Sanctuary’s goal is to provide a safe, permanent
home for wildlife in need of help and to aid in the
conservation of wildlife through education and
research.
Turpentine Creek W ildlife Refuge
239 Turpentine Creek Lane
Eureka Springs, AR 72632
Phone: (479) 253-5841
W ebsite: www.turpentinecreek.org
The Refuge provides a home for abandoned or abused
wildlife, primarily big cats. Their goal is to educate the
public about the hazards to both humans and animals of
keeping wild animals as pets.
W ild W ilderness Drive-thru Safari
20923 Safari Road
Gentry, AR 72734
Phone: (479) 736-8383
W ebsite: www.wildwildernessdrivethroughsafari.com
The Safari allows guests to observe both exotic and
native species in a natural environment and also
provides opportunities to interact with some animals.
August 2012
page 6
CALIFORNIA
California Living M useum
10500 Alfred Harrell Hwy.
Bakersfield, CA 93306
Phone: (661) 872-2256
W ebsite: www.calmzoo.org
The Museum focuses on preserving native California
wildlife through education and research.
California Raptor Center
UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine
One Shields Avenue
Davis, CA 95616
Phone: (education) (530) 752-9994
(rehabilitation) (530) 752-6091
W ebsite: www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/calraptor
The Raptor Center is run by the University of
California at Davis. It provides a home to raptors who
are too disabled to return to the wild and is also a
rehabilitation center.
The Cat House
EFBC/FCC
3718 60th Street W est
Rosamond, CA 93560
Phone: (661) 256-3793
W ebsite: www.cathouse-fcc.org
The Cat House’s goal is to preserve exotic cat species
through education and also by providing a permanent
home for abused or abandoned large cats.
CuriOdyssey at Coyote Point
1651 Coyote Point Drive
San Mateo, CA 94401
Phone: (650) 342-7755
W ebsite: www.curiodyssey.org
CuriOdyssey brings children and families up close with
the natural world. They offer the tools to question and
explore our world: interactive science exhibits, handson and explorative school and public programs, and up
close encounters with native California animals.
Emerald Forest Bird Gardens
38420 Dos Cameos Dr.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
Phone: (760) 728-2226
W ebsite: www.emeraldforestbirds.com
The EFBG is a breeding facility for exotic birds that
also takes an active role in conservation. It is home to
many permanent exhibits.
Fear-no-M ore Zoo
12040 North Seigler Road
Middletown, CA 95461
Phone: (707) 355-0638
W ebsite: www.fearnomorezoo.org
The Zoo’s goal is to provide and environment where
guests can view animals in a peaceful and spiritual
setting.
Feline Conservation Center
3718 60th Street W est
Rosamond, CA 93560
Phone: (661) 256-3793
Fax: (611) 256-6867
W ebsite: www.cathouse-fcc.org
FCC is a non-profit organization that houses over 70 of
the worlds endangered cat species. The conservation
center is both a breeding zoo and research facility.
August 2012
page 7
Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary
403 Stafford Street’
Folsom, CA 95630
Phone: (916) 351-3527
Email: [email protected].
W ebsite: www.folsomzoofriends.org
The Zoo is home to 100 animals and provides a park
like atmosphere for guests to appreciate the animals in.
Gibbon Conservation Center
P.O. Box 800249
Santa Clarita, CA 91380 USA
Phone: (661) 296-2737
W ebsite: www.gibboncenter.org
The GCC works to protect and conserve the highly
endangered primate, the gibbon, through scientific
research, breeding programs and education.
The Gorilla Foundation
Box 620530
W oodside, CA 94062
Phone: 800-634-6273
W ebsite: www.koko.org/foundation
The goal of the Foundation is to increase
communication research between species and also to
preserve and protect gorillas, both in captivity and in
the wild.
Lindsay W ildlife M useum
1931 First Ave
W alnut Creek, CA 94597
Phone: (925) 935-1978
W ebsite: www.wildlife-museum.org
The W ildlife Museum is home to some native
California species which could not be released back
into the wild and also rehabilitates and releases
wildlife. Their goal is to promote conservation through
educating the public.
M icke Grove Zoological Society
P.O. Box 2000
Lodi, CA 95241
Phone: (209) 339-1096
W ebsite: www.mgzoo.com/zoo/micke-grove
The Zoo is home to many diverse animals and is host
to many education and volunteer programs.
M orro Bay Aquarium
595 Embarcadero
Morro Bay, CA 93442
Phone: (805) 772-2647
W ebsite: www.morrobay.com
Morro Bay Aquarium is a family owned non-profit
rehabilitation center with a focus on sea lions and seal.
At the aquarium people have the opportunity to feed
and view local marine life.
M oonridge Animal Park
P.O. Box 2832
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Phone, Curator’s office: (909) 584-1299
W ebsite: www.moonridgezoo.org
The goal of the Moonridge Animal Park is to
rehabilitate native species and return them to the wild.
However, for those that can not be returned, the Park
provides a permanent home in their natural habitat.
August 2012
page 8
The Ocean Institute
24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr.
Dana Point, CA 92629
Phone:(949) 496-2274
Fax: (949) 496-4296
email: [email protected]
W ebsite: www.ocean-institute.org
The mission of the Ocean Institute is to inspire all
generations, through education, to become responsible
stewards of our oceans. They strive to be the world's
best experiential ocean educational organization.
Orange County Zoo
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA 92869
Phone: (714) 973-6847
W ebsite: www.ocparks.com/oczoo
The Zoo focuses on the display and conservation of
plants and animals native to southwest America.
Orangutan Foundation International
824 S. W ellesley Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Phone: (310) 820-4906
W ebsite: www.orangutan.org
The OFI’s purpose is to aid the conservation of
orangutans in the wild through research and also
through rehabilitation of previously captively held
apes.
Project Survival Cat Haven W ild Animal Park
38257 E. Kings Canyon Road
Dunlap, CA. 93621
Phone: (559) 338-3216
The Park is home to big cats which were chosen for
research and education purposes. It is not a rescue but
aims to conserve big cats in their natural habitats.
Roundhouse M arine Studies Lab and Aquarium
P.O. Box 1
Manhattan Beach, CA 90267
Phone: (310) 379-8117
W ebsite: www.roundhouseaquarium.org
The Roundhouse Marine Studies Lab and Aquarium is
a non-profit organization committed to fostering and
promoting the public study of, and interest in, the
oceans, tidelands and beaches of Southern California,
the marine life therein, and the impact of human
population on that environment.
The Roar Foundation Shambala Preserve
P.O. Box 189
Acton, CA 93510
Phone: (661) 268-0380
W ebsite: www.shambala.org
The Roar Foundation provides sanctuary for mistreated
exotic animals and is working for more legislation
regarding the treatment of and trading of exotics.
San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory
524 Valley W ay
Milpitas, CA 95035
Phone: (408) 946-6548
Fax: (408) 946-9279
Email: Jill Bluso, Executive Director
[email protected]
W ebsite: www.sfbbo.org
The San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory is dedicated
to the conservation of birds and their habitats through
science and outreach. The observatory has helped
produce 29 years of scientific information on local bird
populations.
August 2012
page 9
Seymour Center at Long M arine Lab
100 Shaffer Road
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone: (831) 459-3800
W ebsite: http://seymourcenter.ucsc.edu/index.html
The Lab provides a place for field work, education
programs and is also home to many permanent
displays, including a blue whale skeleton.
Shambala Preserve
6867 Soledad Canyon
PO Box 189
Acton, CA 93510
Phone: (661) 268-0380
Fax: (661) 268-8809
W ebsite: www.shambala.org
The Preserve strives to educate the public about exotic
animals and to advocate for legislation to protect them. To
provide sanctuary for exotic animals who have suffered from
gross mistreatment and neglect so they regain their physical
and mental health and life out their loves in dignity.
Snake ValleySerpentarium
2379 Maggio Circle - Unit C
Lodi, CA 95240
Phone: (209) 369-7737
W ebsite: www.snakemuseum.com
The Serpentarium is a privately owned 3,000 square
foot, 2-story Museum and Reptile Super Store. It
offers one of the largest reptile and amphibian displays
in the country,
W ildlife W aystation
Phone: (818) 899-5201
W ebsite: www.wildlifewaystation.org
The W aystation offers rehabilitation to native and
exotic species and also provides a permanent home to
those who can not be released.
August 2012
page 10
COLORADO
Butterfly Pavilion & Insect Center
6252 W est 104th Ave.
W estminster, CO 80020
Phone: (303) 469-5441
Fax: (303) 657-5944
W ebsite: www.butterflies.org
The mission of the Butterfly Pavilion is to foster an
appreciation of butterflies and other invertebrates while
educating the public about the need for conservation of
threatened habitats in the tropics and around the world.
Colorado Gators: Alligator Farm & Reptile Park
9162 County Road 9 North
Mosca, CO 81146
Phone: (719) 378-2612
Email :[email protected]
W ebsite: www. gatorfarm.com
The Farm is an educational facility and reptile refuge.
Colorado W olf & W ildlife Center
P.O. Box 713
Divide, CO 80814
Phone: (719) 687-9742
W ebsite: www.olfeducation.org
Their missions: to educate the public through tours and
programs about the importance or wolves, coyote, and
fox to the ecosystem; educate the public about the
importance of preservation and conservation of the
forests, land, and water that supports wildlife, flora and
fauna for future generations to apply; provide natural
habitats and exceptional lives for the animals entrusted
to their care since they cannot live in the wild.
The Nature and Raptor Center of Pueblo
5200 Nature Center Road, Pueblo, CO
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 8295 Pueblo, CO 81008
Phone: (719) 549-2414
W ebsite: www.natureandraptor.org
The Center is a rehabilitation facility and a wildlife
observatory focused on education and conservation.
W estern Colorado Botanical Gardens
& Butterfly House
641 Struthers Ave.
Grand Junction, CO 81501
Phone: (970) 245-3288
Fax: (970) 245-9001
W ebsite: www.wcbotanic.org
The Gardens connect visitors with the beauty of the
Colorado River Basin and Plateau by providing
opportunities for education, science, conservation and
community events.
The W ild Animal Sanctuary
1946 W CR 53
Keenesburg, CO 80643
Phone: (303) 536-0118
W ebsite: www.wildlife-conservation.com
The Sanctuary is a rescue for abused or abandoned
exotic species, primarily big cats. They are also a
leading voice in conservation and legislation regarding
exotic species.
August 2012
page 11
CONNECTICUT
Audubon Sharon
325 Cornwall Bridge Road
Sharon, CT 06069
Phone: 860-364-0520
W ebsite: www.sharon. audubon.org
The Audubon Sharon is a wildlife rehabilitation which
uses live and non-living exhibits and programs to
educate the public about local conservation.
Connecticut W aterfowl Trust
2 Deer Run Road
Farmington, CT 06032
Phone: (860)678-8172
W ebsite: www.ctwaterfowl.org
The Trust is a permanent home for hundreds of native
and exotic waterfowl, many of which are endangered.
The birds live in a natural environment and many that
were born on the sanctuary and released come back to
visit.
Denison Pequptsepos Nature Center
109 Pequotsepos Road
Mystic, CT, 06355
Phone: (860) 536-1216
Fax: (860) 536-2983
W ebsite: www.dncp.org
The Nature Center is a combination of wildlife sanctuary,
natural history museum, and educational facility highlighting
the habitats of southeastern Connecticut. Their mission is to
inspire and nurture appreciation and scientific understanding
of the natural world and foster a personal environmental
ethic.
The M aritime Aquarium
10 North W ater Street
Norwalk, CT 06854
Phone: (203) 852-0700
W ebsite: www.maritimeaquarium.org
The goal of the Aquarium is to educate the public
about conservation of the local marine environments
through exhibits and other scientific research.
DELAWARE
No non-accredited facilities identified at this time.
August 2012
page 12
FLORIDA
Back to Nature W ildlife Refuge
18515 East Colonial Drive
Orlando, FL 32820
Phone: (407) 568-5138
W ebsite: www.btn-wildlife.org
Back to Nature is a wildlife rescue which treats
endangered, injured or orphaned animals with the goal
of introducing them back into the wild. They are also
home to several animals which could not be released
due to their injuries.
Big Cat Rescue
12802 Easy St,
Tampa, FL 33625
Phone: (813) 920-4130
W ebsite: www.bigcatrescue.org
The Big Cat Rescue is home to exotic and native big
cat species that were rescued from inhospitable
conditions in people’s homes or road side zoos. They
are also home to many retirees. They work to educate
the public about the dangers to both people and the cats
about owning these animals in an effort to stop the
abuse.
Butterfly W orld
3600 W . Sample Road,
Coconut Creek, FL 33073
Phone: (954) 977-4400
W ebsite: www.butterflyworld.com
Butterfly W orld is a breeding and research facility for
butterflies which also is host to several education
programs and exhibits for the public.
Clearwater M arine Aquarium
249 W indward Passage
Clearwater, FL 33767
Phone: (727) 441-1790
W ebsite: www.seewinter.com
The Aquarium is home to many exhibits including
bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles and many more native
species.
Discovery Cove
6000 Discovery Cove W ay
Orlando, FL 32821
Phone: 1-877-557-7404
W ebsite: www.discoverycove.com
Discovery Cove is a resort which is also home to
dolphins and ,nay other marine species and allows the
guests to participate in up close encounters with the
animals.
Dolphin Connection
61 Hawk's Cay Boulevard
Duck Key, FL 33050
Phone: 1-888-814-9154
W ebsite: www.dolphinconnection.com
The Dolphin Connection is located within a resort and
aims to educate the public about marine life through up
close encounters.
Dolphin Research Center
58901 Overseas Hwy
Grassy Key, FL 33050
Phone: 1-888-404-FW CC
W ebsite: www.dolphins.org
The Center is home to Bottlenose Dolphins and
California Sea Lions, many of which were born at the
Center or in other facilities. The purpose of the center
is to educate the public about the two species. They
are also a rescue facility for marine mammals in the
local area.
August 2012
page 13
Everglades Safari Park
26700 SW 8 Street
P.O. Box 940275
Miami, FL 33194
Phone: (305) 226-6923
W ebsite: www.evergladessafaripark.com
The Park offers airboat tours, walking trails, exhibits
and wildlife shows to educate people about the
everglade ecosystem.
Flamingo Gardens
3750 S Flamingo Road
Davie, FL 33330-1614
Phone: (954) 473-2955
W ebsite: www.flamingogardens.org
Flamingo Gardens provides a natural home for many
species of birds, reptile and mammals. Through its
exhibits and wildlife shows, guests are educated on the
importance for conservation
Florida’s Gulfarium
1010 Miracle Strip Parkway, SE
Fort W alton Beach, FL 32548
Phone: (850) 243-9046 or 800-247-8575
W ebsite: www.gulfarium.com
The Gulfarium is home to both marine and non-marine
dwelling species. Their exhibits and shows are used to
generate awareness about conservation of the marine
ecosystem.
Gatorama
6180 U.S. Highway 27
P.O. Box 248
Palmdale, FL 33944
Phone: (863) 675-0623
W ebsite: www.gatorama.com
Gatorama is home to crocodiles, alligators and other
native species of birds and mammals. Shows are
performed in the natural setting of the Florida Keys.
Gatorland
14501 South Orange Blossom Trail
Orlando, FL 32837
Phone: (407)855-5496
W ebsite: www.gatorland.com
Gatorland is a theme park and nature conservation
area. They are home to many native species, including
birds, gators, and mammals.
Green M eadows Petting Farm
Green Meadows Farm, Ltd.
1368 South Poinciana Boulevard
Kissimmee, FL 34746
Phone: (407) 846-0770
W ebsite: www.greenmeadowsfarm.com
Green Meadows is a place for families to experience
farm life through hands on interaction with farm
animals including cows, pigs, and chickens.
Gulf W orld M arine Park
15412 Front Beach Road
Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Phone: (850)234-5271
or
[email protected]
W ebsite: www.gulfworldmarinepark.com
The Park educates the public about marine life through
exhibits, shows, and interactions.
August 2012
page 14
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center
1801 North Ocean Boulevard
Boca Raton, FL 33432
Phone: (561) 338-1473
W ebsite: www.gumbolimbo.org
The Nature Center is promoting marine ecosystem
awareness through research and education of the public
through programs and exhibits.
International Rhino Foundation
c/o W hite Oak Conservation Center
581705 W hite Oak Road
Yulee, FL 32097
W ebsite: www.rhinos-irf.org
The IRF is working toward conserving rhinos in the
wild through breeding, education and conservation
programs.
Jungle Adventures Nature Park
26205 East Colonial Drive (State Road 50)
Christmas, FL 32709
Phone: (407) 568-2885 or 1-877-4-A-GATOR
W ebsite: www.jungleadventures.com
The Park is a natural home to many native species,
including birds, mammals and reptiles. It hosts guided
tours and also wildlife encounters to the public.
Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
Miami, FL 33132
Phone: (305) 400-7000
W ebsite: www.jungleisland.com
Jungle Island entertains and educates the public about
tropical animals through exhibits and shows.
Key W est Aquarium
1 W hitehead St.
Key W est, FL 33040
Phone: 1-800-868-7482
W ebsite: www.keywestaquarium.com
The Key W est Aquarium offers hands-on interactions,
tours and feeding shows to the public.
Loggerhead M arinelife Center of Juno Beach
14200 US Hwy. One
Juno Beach, FL 33408
Phone: (561) 627-8280
W ebsite: www.marinelife.org
The Center is home to a sea turtle hospital and several
exhibits.
M iami Seaquarium
4400 Rickenbacker Causeway
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
Phone: (305) 361-5705
W ebsite: www.miamiseaquarium.com
The Seaquarium educates the public about the marine
ecosystem through interactions with wildlife, shows
and also exhibits. It is home to whales, dolphins,
turtles, fish, seals and much more.
August 2012
page 15
M yakka City Lemur Reserve
P.O. Box 249
Myakka City, FL 34251
Phone: (941) 322-8494
Fax: (941) 322-9264
Email: Lee Nesler, Executive Director
[email protected]
W ebsite: www.lemurreserve.org
The Lemur Conservation Foundation (LCF) is a small
non-profit corporation dedicated to the preservation
and conservation of the primates of Madagascar
through captive breeding, scientific research,
education, and reintroduction.
Peace River Refuge & Ranch
P.O. Box 1127
2545 Stoner Lane
Zolfo Springs, FL 33890
Phone: (863) 735-0804
W ebsite: www.peaceriverrefuge.org
The Refuge is a non-profit wildlife sanctuary that takes
in and cares for abused, abandoned or seized exotic
animals.
Pelican M an’s Bird Sanctuary
1708 Ken Thompson Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34236-1000
Phone: (239) 388-4444
The Bird Sanctuary is a working bird hospital and
rehabilitation facility. It is also home to many birds
who could not be released back into the wild.
Rare Species Conservatory Foundation
P.O. Box 1371
Loxahatchee, FL 33470
Phone: (561) 790-5864
W ebsite: www.rarespecies.org
The RSCF works for conservation through breeding
programs and protection of exotic species.
Sarasota Jungle Gardens
3701 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota, FL 34234
Phone: (941)355-5305
W ebsite: www.sarasotajunglegardens.com
The Gardens are home to tropical species, many of
which were donated by rescues or pet owners.
Through shows, exhibits and hands-on interactions, the
gardens educate the public about conservation.
Sasquatch Zoo
5262 Deer Springs Drive
Crestview, FL 32539
Phone: (850) 682-3949
W ebsite: www.sasquatchzoo.com
The Sasquatch zoo provides a safe, happy environment
for animals and visitors, a quality experience to all
guests, and a fun and education place for schools and
churches to take their children.
Silver Springs Nature Park
5656 E. Silver Springs Boulevard
Silver Springs, FL 34488
Phone: (352) 236-2121
W ebsite: www.silversprings.com
Silver Springs is home to alligators, mammals, birds
and reptiles, many of which are native to the Florida
area.
August 2012
page 16
Tallahassee M useum
3945 Museum Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32310
Phone: (850) 576-1636
W ebsite: www.tallahasseemuseum.org
The Museum features wildlife native to the Florida
ecosystems. It also features “guest animals”.
Theatre of the Sea
84721 Overseas Hwy.
Islamorada, FL 33036
Phone: (305) 664-2431
W ebsite: www.theaterofthesea.com
The Theater of the Sea is an educational facility that
puts on hands-on shows with dolphins, sea lions and
many more.
W ootens
P.O. Box 121
Ochopee, FL34141
W ebsite: www.wootenseverglades.com
W ootens gives Everglades tours and is also home to a
wildlife park with native and exotic species.
The Zoo Northwest Florida
5701 Gulf Breeze Parkway
Gulf Breeze, FL 32563
Phone: (850) 932-2229
W ebsite: www.thezoonorthwestflorida.org
The Zoo offers many exhibits, a wildlife preserve and
also some opportunities for interaction with the
animals.
ZooW orld Zoological & Botanical Park
9008 Front Beach Road
Panama City Beach, FL 32407
Phone: (850) 230-1243
Fax: (850) 230-8500
Email: Assistant Director, [email protected]
W ebsite: www.zooworldpcb.net
ZooW orld is a non-profit education facility that houses
over 260 exotic and endangered species; people will
get the opportunity to view animals closely in their
natural setting.
August 2012
page 17
GEORGIA
Cochran M ill Nature Center
6300 Cochran Mill Road
Palmetto, GA 30268
Phone: (770) 306-0914
Fax: (770) 306-8463
W ebsite: www.cochranmillnaturecenter.org
The Center is a private, non-profit, environmental
education facility & is home to a large collection of
non-releasable reptiles and birds of prey. They want to
encourage community awareness and active
environmental stewardship through education and
wildlife rehabilitation programs.
Gorilla Haven
P.O. Box 2291
Blue Ridge, GA 30513
Phone: (706) 374-5109
[email protected]
website: www.gorilla-haven.org
Gorilla Haven wants to make every captive gorilla’s
life as enriched and natural as possible through
husbandry and research and to promote education
about gorilla conservation in zoos and the wild.
North Georgia Zoo
2912 Paradise Valley Road
Cleveland, GA 30528
Phone: 706 348 7279
website: www.northgeorgiazoo.com
They offer hundreds of exotic, rare and farm animals
which are available for viewing and hands on
encounters.
Obediah’s Okefenok
P.O. Box 423
W aycross, GA 31502-0423
Phone: (912) 287-0090
W ebsite: www.okefenokeeswamp.com
This is a nature center with exhibits of both living and
non-living native and exotic species.
Pine M ountain W ild Animal Park
1300 Oak Grove Road
Pine Mountain, GA 31822
Phone: (706) 663-8744
W ebsite: www.animalsafari.com/Georgia
Pine Mountain offer wild animal safari tours with or
without a guide, where people can see over 65 different
species of animals.
UGA M arine Education Center & Aquarium
30 Ocean Science Circle
Savannah, GA 31411
Phone: (912) 598-2496
Fax (912) 598-2302
W ebsite: www.marex.uga.edu/aquarium
UGA Aquarium offers off shore to in shore areas,
exploring exhibits displaying marine animals typical of
the habitats found along the Georgia coast. Fifteen
(soon to be sixteen) exhibit tanks house live animals
that represent numerous species of fish, turtles, and
invertebrates.
W ild Animal Safari
1300 Oak Grove Road
Pine Mountain, GA 31822 Phone: (706) 663-8744
W ebsite: www.animalsafari.com
The Safari combines guided tours with hands-on
experience with exotic animals.
August 2012
page 18
HAWAII
M aui Ocean Center
192 Ma’alaea Road
W ailuku, HI 96793
Phone: (808) 270-7000
W ebsite: www.mauioceancenter.com
From the smallest coral polyp to the seven-foot sandbar
shark, the intricate wonders of Hawai'i's ocean are
showcased in over 60 indoor and outdoor exhibits at
Maui Ocean Center. Each exhibit features marine
animals living in habitats closely resembling their own
natural environment..
Pacific Primate Sanctuary, Inc.
500A Haloa Road
Haiku, Maui, HI 96708
Phone: (808) 572-8089
W ebsite: www.pacificprimate.org
The Sanctuary is a non-profit organization providing
care to New W orld monkeys rescued from research
labs, private owners, and other situations of abuse and
improper care.
Panaewa Rainforest Zoo & Gardens
Hwy 11 to Stainback Hwy
Hilo, Island of Hawaii, HI 96720
Phone: (808) 959-9233
W ebsite: www.hilozoo.com/
A smaller zoo with a variety of native rainforest
species. Focus is set on their petting zoo, avian
species, and the W hite Bengal Tiger named Namaste’.
W aikiki Aquarium
University of Hawaii-Manoa
2777 Kalakaua Ave.
Honolulu, HI 96815
Phone: (808) 923-1771
W ebsite: www.waquarium.org
The Aquarium promotes the preservation of Pacific
marine life through research, exhibits and education of
the public.
Sea Life Park Hawaii
41-202 Kalanianaole Highway #7
W aimanalo, HI 96795
Phone: (808) 259-2500
W ebsite: www.sealifeparkhawaii.com
Sea Life Park offers hands on interaction with sea life
including dolphins, sea lions and sea turtles.
August 2012
page 19
IDAHO
The Peregrine Fund
5668 W est Flying Hawk Lane
Boise, ID 83709
Phone: (208) 362-8687
W ebsite: www.peregrinefund.org
The Peregrine Fund aims to preserve the populations of
native and non-native raptors through exhibits,
demonstrations, research and interaction.
Pocatello Zoo
2900 South 2nd Avenue
Pocatello, ID
Phone: (208) 234-6264
Email: Jerry Sepich, Director of Parks & Recreation
[email protected]
W ebsite: www. zoo.pocatello.us
The Pocatello Zoo will develop, improve, manage, and
maintain facilities and programs to increase the public's
knowledge of and appreciation for native North
American W ildlife. The zoo is dedicated to educating
and motivating the public to become active stewards of
the environment through their support of habitat
preservation and wildlife conservation worldwide.
Yellowstone Bear W orld
6010 South 4300 W est
Rexburg, ID 83440
Phone: (208) 359-9688
W ebsite: www.yellowstonebearworld.com
The Park allows cars to tour through the Park and have
up close interactions with wildlife including bison and
bears. Animals can also be seen on exhibit in the Park.
August 2012
page 20
ILLINOIS
Brown’s Oakridge Zoo
17732 N. Dairy Farm Road
Smithfield, IL 61477
Phone: (309) 783-2112
W ebsite: http://brownsoakridgezoo.com
Brown’s Oakridge Zoo is a family owned and operated
non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of
animals, and the educational and therapeutic benefits
they can bring to humans.
Hickory Shadows Zoo
9370 East Radius Road
Mt. Vernon, IL
Phone: (618) 224-4324
Hickory Shadows is a non-profit organization that
provides animal rescue and public education pertaining
to wildlife and exotic animals. The goal is to provide
the rehabilitation and rescue of animals.
Phillips Park Zoo
1000 Ray Moses Dr.
Aurora, IL 60505
Phone: (630) 978-4755
Email: Randy Johnson, Zoo Manager
[email protected]
W ebsite: www.phillipsparkaurora.com
The Zoo is home to many exotic animals and works to
educate the public about their animals through exhibits
and interaction.
W ildlife Prairie State Park
3826 N. Taylor Road
Hanna City, IL 61536
Phone: (309) 676-0998
W ebsite: www.wildlifeprairiestatepark.com
The Park is home to ambassadors of the prairie’s native
species and displays them in a natural setting in an
effort to educate the public.
W illowbrook W ildlife Center
525 S. Park Boulevard
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Phone: (630) 942-6200
Email: W [email protected]
W ebsite: www.willowbrookwildlife.com
W illowbrook is a rehabilitation center and is also home
to many native animals which could not be released
back into the wild. It educates the public about these
native species through exhibits, demonstrations and
interaction.
August 2012
page 21
INDIANA
Black Pine Animal Park
1426 W . 300 N.
P.O. Box 02
Albion, IN 46701
Phone: (260) 636-7383
W ebsite: www.blackpineanimalpark.com
The Animal Park is a non-profit “last-chance” home for
exotic animals who were rescued from abusive
situations. It works to educate the public about pet
ownership, exotic and endangered species.
Columbian Park Zoo
1915 Scott Street
Lafayette, IN 47904
Phone: (765) 807-1540
W ebsite: www.lafayette.in.gov/zoo/
Columbian Park Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in
Indiana dating back to 1908. It is home to over 190
animals representing nearly 90 different species. The
zoo offers a variety of education programs throughout
the year, inspiring an appreciation for the world's
wildlife.
Exotic Feline Rescue Center
2221 E. Ashboro Road
Center Point, IN 47840
Phone: (812) 835-1130
W ebsite: www.exoticfelinerescuecenter.org
The EFRC provides a permanent home to exotic cats
who have been abused, abandoned or can not be
released back into the wild while also educating the
public about these cats.
W ashington Park Zoo
115 Lakeshore Dr.
Michigan City, IN 46360
Phone: (219) 873-1510
Email: Johnny Martinez, Zoo Director
[email protected]
W ebsite: www.washingtonparkzoo.com
The Zoo is home to over 200 animals and aims to
educate the public through display and programs while
also providing a fun and safe experience for both the
public and the animals.
W olf Park
4004 East 800 North
Battle Ground, IN 47920
Phone: (765) 567-2265
W ebsite: www.wolfpark.org
W olf Park is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization
dedicated to behavioral research, education and
conservation, with the objective of improving the
public's understanding of wolves and the value they
provide to our environment.
August 2012
page 22
IOWA
Osborne Conservation Center
29862 Osborne Road
Elkader, IA 52043
Phone: (563) 245-1516
W ebsite:
www.strawberrypt.com/Osborne/Osborne%202.htm
Their mission is to promote the health and general
welfare of the people and to encourage preservation,
conservation, education, and recreation through
responsible use and appreciation of our natural
resources and cultural heritage.
Storybook Zoo
12201 N Cascade Rd
Dubuque, IA
Phone: (563) 588-2551
W ebsite: www.storybookhillzoo.com
Storybook Hill Children’s Zoo was established in
1976, in partnership with the Optimists Clubs of
Dubuque, as an effort to increase the knowledge and
understanding of common animals among the people of
Dubuque. The zoo is a replica of an American farm
from the 1940’s, and contains a wide variety of animals
that a person visiting this time period might see on an
actual farm.
August 2012
page 23
KANSAS
Brit Spaugh Zoo & Park
2200 Main Street
Great Bend, Kansas 67530
Phone: (620) 793-4226
W ebsite: www.kansastravel.org/britspaughzoo.htm
The Brit Spaugh Zoo is dedicated to the conservation,
preservation and rescue of animals and the education
and entertainment of children and adults. The zoo
includes over 100 species of animals, a raptor center
and an aquarium.
Central M all Aquarium
2259 S 9th St
Salina, KS 67401
Phone: (785)825-7733
Emails: [email protected]
W ebsite: www.centralmallsalina.com/info/aquarium
The Kansas Fishes aquarium is a unique and
educational attraction representative of a living and
dynamic Kansas fish community. The largest freestanding tank display in the state, the aquarium features
a wide variety of mid-western fishes in a naturalistic
setting. The simulated mud bank backdrop and trees
from area rivers recreate a typical Kansas water
habitat.
Ralph M itchell Zoo and Riverside Park
Oak & Park Street
P.O. Box 9
Independence, KS 67301
W ebsite: www.forpaz.com
The Zoo is funded by the city of Independence. The
zoo houses a variety of species that consist mostly of
grazer because they are compatible with Kansas
climate.
Safari Zoological Park
1751A CR 1425
Caney, KS 67333
Phone: (620) 515-2885 or (620) 879-2885
W ebsite: www.safaripark.org
Our mission is to show the awesomeness of our God in
the individual wonder and uniqueness of all His
creation. That He has revealed to us through nature and
creation that we are more than an evolved matter over
millions of years, but made fearfully and wonderfully
in His image, with an eternal soul. That through the
will of free choice man brought sin into the world, but
by the love of God he redeemed man back to himself
through the life, death, and resurrection of His son
Jesus Christ.
Tanganyika W ildlife Park
1000 S. Hawkins Lane
Goddard, KS 67052
Phone: (316) 794-8954
W ebsite: www.twpark.com
Tanganyika W ildlife Park provides education to the
public through exhibits, programs and interactions
while also increasing the populations of many species
through breeding programs.
August 2012
page 24
KENTUCKY
Kentucky Down Under
P.O. Box 189
3700 L & N Turnpike Road
Horse Cave, KY 42749
Phone: 1-800-762-2869
W ebsite: www.kdu.com
KDU provides a native Australia experience in
Kentucky. It educates the public about the Australian
animals and culture.
Kentucky Reptile Zoo
200 L&E Railroad
Slade, KY 40376
Phone: (606) 663-9160
Fax: (606) 663-6917
W ebsite: www.kyreptilezoo.org
At the Kentucky Reptile Zoo the animals are very
diverse. Exhibit animals range from an 18 foot
reticulated python, the largest resident, to many types
of venomous snakes such as cobras, vipers and
rattlesnakes, to Fluffy the alligator. One of the favorite
areas for kids is Turtle Tracks, where both tortoises
and aquatic turtles can be seen.
August 2012
page 25
LOUISIANA
Chimpanzee Haven
13600 Chimpanzee Place
Keithville, LA 71047
Phone: (318) 925-9575
W ebsite: www.chimphaven.org
Chimpanzee Haven provides a permanent home to
primates who have been rescued or retired from the
entertainment industry, medical research, or were
surrendered by private owners.
Gators and Friends Alligator Park & Exotic Zoo
11441 US HW Y 80
Greenwood, LA 71033
Phone: (318) 938-1199
W ebsite: www.gatorsandfriends.com
Gators and Friends was created to increase awareness
among the public of different types of animals, their
habitat, lifestyle, and survival techniques. The mission
at Gators and Friends is to present an educational and
interactive animal adventure like no other. Education is
the key to preserving these animals for future
generations to enjoy.
Global W ildlife Center
26389 Hwy 40
Folsom, LA 70437
Phone: (985) 796-3585
W ebsite: www.globalwildlife.com
The GW C is a free-roaming wildlife preserve which
offers safari tours through the park.
Lousiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo
1405 Bernstein Park Road
Monroe, Louisiana 71202
Phone: (318) 329-2400
E-Mail: Kimberly Bachus, Education Curator
[email protected]
W ebsite: www.monroezoo.org
The Monroe Zoo is home to native and exotic species.
Zoo of Acadiana
116 Lakeview Drive
Broussard, LA 70518
Phone: (337) 837-4325
Email: W [email protected]
W ebsite: www.zooofacadiana.org
The Zoo of Acadiana is home to exotic and native
species and provide encounters with their animals and
keepers.
August 2012
page 26
MAINE
Acadia Zoological Park - Kisma Preserve
P.O. Box 84
Mount Desert, ME 04660
Phone: (207) 667-3244
W ebsite: www.kismapreserve.org
The Kisma Preserve organization firmly believes that
knowledge is strength. By caring deeply and giving a
home to these unique animals we open a door to
understanding a species. W hen someone looks through
that door and begins to care about a species the next
logical step is the habitat and the ecosystem and
ultimately our world. Kisma Preserve cares for each
creature as an individual and hopes, perhaps
idealistically, that will inspire others to care on some
level as well.
Gulf of M aine Aquarium
350 Commerical Street
Portland, ME 04101
Phone: (207) 772-2321
Fax: (207) 772-6855
W ebsite: www.gmri.org
The Gulf of Maine Research Institute's (GMRI)
Community programs are uniquely situated at the
intersection of marine science and industry. At the
heart of the GMRI mission, the Community programs
provide a specialized, innovative, and responsive array
of work that speaks to the challenges and opportunities
in the Gulf of Maine.
M aine Coastal Islands Nation W ildlife Refuge
P.O. Box 1735
Rockland, ME 04841
Phone: (207) 594-0600
W ebsite: www.fws.gov/northeast/mainecoastal
The Maine Coastal Islands National W ildlife Refuge
contains more than 50 offshore islands and four coastal
parcels. The U.S. Fish and W ildlife Service manages
the refuge complex as part of the National W ildlife
Refuge System. The Maine Coastal Islands Refuge is
restoring and managing colonies of nesting seabirds.
In addition to seabirds, wading birds and bald eagles
nest on refuge islands. The mainland divisions provide
habitat for songbirds, shorebirds, and waterfowl, as
well as opportunities for bird watching and hiking.
M aine State Aquarium
194 McKown Point Road
W . Boothbay Harbor, ME
Phone: (207) 633-9559
W ebsite: www.maine.gov/dmr/rm/aquarium
The Maine State Aquarium exhibits a variety of
sportfish that are of major interest to anglers. At center
stage is an 850 gallon tank that is filled with sharks and
skates. Experience the thrill of petting a live shark and
discover the roughness of a skate's skin.
M aine W ildlife Park
56 Game Farm Road
Gray, ME 04039
Phone: (207) 657-4977
W ebsite: www.state.me.us/ifw/education/wildlifepark
The W ildlife Park is home to native species of the area
and is dedicated to the conservation of wildlife.
August 2012
page 27
M ount Desert Oceanarium
BAR HARBOR SITE
1351 State Route 3
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Phone: (207) 288-5005
W ebsite: www.theoceanarium.com
The Oceanarium is an interactive and educational
aquarium focused on the natural habitat surrounding
the area.
York’s W ild Kingdom & Amusement Park
Route 1
York Beach, ME 03910
Phone: (207) 363-4911
W ebsite: www.yorkzooo.com
The York Zoo is home to domestic and exotic species
of animals and is a combined amusement park and zoo.
August 2012
page 28
MARYLAND
Blackwater National W ildlife Refuge
2145 Key W allace Drive
Cambridge, MD 21613
Phone: (410) 228-2677
W ebsite: www.friendsofblackwater.org
Blackwater National W ildlife Refuge encompasses
over 25,000 acres on Maryland's beautiful Eastern
Shore. As a major stop on the Atlantic Flyway,
Blackwater is a vital haven for waterfowl, as well as a
sanctuary for the American bald eagle, the endangered
Delmarva fox squirrel, and the peregrine falcon.
Catoctin W ildlife Preserve & Zoo
13019 Catoctin Furnace Road
Thurmont, MD 21788
Phone: (301) 271-3180
W ebsite: www.cwpzoo.com
The Zoo is focused on exhibiting, breeding and
educating people about exotic and endangered species.
Patuxent W ildlife Research Center
Suite 4039
12100 Beech Forest Road
Laurel, MD 20708-4039
Phone: (301) 497-5500
W ebsite: www.pwrc.usgs.gov
Patuxent's mission is to excel in wildlife and natural
resource science, providing the information needed to
better manage the nation's biological resources.
Plumpton Park Zoo
1416 Telegraph Road
Rising Sun, MD 21911
Phone: (410) 658-6850
W ebsite: www.plumptonparkzoo.org
The Zoo is home to many exotic and native species.
Tristate Zoological Park
10105 Cottage Inn Lane NE
Cumberland, MD 21502
Phone: (301) 724-2400
W ebsite: www.tristatezoologicalpark.com
Tristate Zoo offers over 30 species of exotics. It’s one
of their greatest passions to encourage young minds’
curiosity about animals and conservation. The zoo is
unique in that we want all of our guests to experience
our animals up-close and personal.
August 2012
page 29
MASSACHUSETTS
The Berkshire M useum
39 South Street (Route 7)
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Phone: (413) 443-7171
W ebsite: www.berkshiremuseum.org
On the ground level of the Museum there are many
exhibits displaying aquatic and marine fish species
along with reptiles and amphibians.
The Butterfly Place
120 Tyngsboro Road
W estford, MA 01886
Phone: (978) 392-0955
W ebsite: www.butterflyplace-ma.com
The Butterfly Place is a large walk through garden that
is home to hundreds of free flying butterflies of many
different species.
Lupa Zoo
62 Nash Hill Road
Ludlow, Ma. 01056
Phone: (413) 583-8370
W ebsite: www.lupazoo.org
Lupa Zoo is a conservation and education institution
demonstrating the value, beauty and interdependence
of all living things.
M aria M itchell Nantucket Aquarium
28 W ashington Street
Nantucket, MA 02554
Phone: (508) 228-5387
W ebsite: www.mmo.org/aquarium.html
Locally-collected specimens (released back into the
wild at the end of the season) are on exhibit. Displays
are always changing and include anything from
seahorses to octopuses to sharks. Touch tank, home to
crabs, clams, baby horseshoe crabs, and more let
people experience the ecosystem.
National M arine Life Center
P.O. Box 269, 120 Main Street
Buzzards Bay, MA 02532-0269
Phone: (508) 743-9888
Fax: (508) 759-5477
W ebsite: http://nmlc.org/
The National Marine Life Center is an independent,
non-profit marine animal hospital, science, and
education center. The National Marine Life Center is
dedicated to rehabilitating for release stranded sea
turtles, seals, dolphins, porpoises, and small whales,
and to advancing scientific knowledge and education in
marine wildlife health and conservation.
Southwick’s Zoo
2 Southwick St.
Mendon, MA
Phone: 1-800-258-9182
W ebsite: www.southwickszoo.com
The Zoo is home to over a hundred species of animals,
both exotic and native. It provides opportunities for
guests to encounter some wildlife.
W oods Hole Science Aquarium
166 W ater St.
W oods Hole, MA 02543
Phone: (508) 495-2001
W ebsite: aquarium.nefsc.noaa.gov
The Aquarium is home to touch tanks, research
stations, non-living and living exhibits and allows for
up close encounters with marine life.
August 2012
page 30
The Zoo in Forest Park
P.O. Box 80295
302 Sumner Ave.
Springfield, MA 01138
Phone: (413) 733-2251
W ebsite: www.forestparkzoo.org
The Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center is a nonprofit organization governed by the Forest Park
Zoological Society. Situated in Forest Park, a 735 acre
woodland park in Springfield, the Zoo features exotic
and indigenous animals representing a large variety of
species found throughout the world and in North
America. The Zoo is dedicated to wildlife education
and offers a variety of educational programs and
special events for children and adults.
Zooquarium
674 Route 28
W est Yarmouth, MA 02673
Phone: (508) 775-8883
W ebsite: www.zooquariumcapecod.net
The ZooQuarium strives to provide a safe home for
Massachusetts wildlife, to keep the spirit of farming
alive with a Children’s petting zoo, and to offer highquality educational opportunities to our visitors.
August 2012
page 31
MICHIGAN
The Butterfly House and Insect W orld
P.O. Box 296
296 Mcgulpin St
Mackinac Island, MI 49757
Phone: (906) 847-3972
W ebsite: www.originalbutterflyhouse.com
The Butterfly House exhibits butterflies from the
Americas, Asia and Africa.
Cindy Lou’s Zoo
6327 N M 18
Roscommon, MI 48653
Phone: (989) 275-4500
W ebsite: www.cindylouszoo.com
The Zoo is home to domestic, native and exotic
animals.
Cirtchrlow Alligator Sanctuary & Zoological
Gardens
1698 M-66
Athens, MI 49011
Phone: (269) 729-4802
W ebsite: www.alligatorsanctuary.com
Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary is a reptile rescue zoo, a
place where all reptile and amphibians find a safe
haven and proper care needed to life out their lives
safely and securely. The goal of the sanctuary is to
create a hands-one and up-close opportunity for people
to observe the animals in a semi-natural environment..
DeYoung Family Zoo
N5406 County Road 577
W allace, MI 49893
Phone: (906) 788-4093
W ebsite: www.thedeyoungfamilyzoo.com
The zoo is home to over 400 animals from around the
world and presents them to the public in natural
settings.
Garlyn Zoological Park
9104 U.S. 2
Naubinway, MI 49762
Phone: (906) 477-1085
W ebsite: www.garlynzoo.com
The Garlyn Zoo is home to many native, domestic and
exotic animals which are displayed in a natural setting.
Howell Conference & Nature Center
1005 Triangle Lake Road
Howell MI 48843
Phone: (517) 546-0249
W ebsite: http://howellnaturecenter.org/
The W ild W onders W ildlife Park was born from our
mission to help injured and orphaned wildlife and to
educate the public to become better stewards of our
natural world. The Park provides a permanent home for
birds and mammals that cannot be returned to the wild
due to an injury or being too tame.
W .K Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
12685 East C Ave.
Augusta, MI 49012
Phone: (269) 671-2510
W ebsite: www.kbs.msu.edu/visit/birdsanctuary
The Sanctuary is home to many permanent residents
representing many different species and is also a
popular resting ground for wild birds.
August 2012
page 32
MINNESOTA
Great Lakes Aquarium
353 Harbor Dr.
Duluth, MN 55802
Phone: (218) 740-2020
W ebsite: www.glaquarium.org
The Aquarium displays aquatic and marine species
both native and exotic in their natural settings.
Hemker W ildlife Park
County Road 39
P.O. Box 262
Freeport, MN 56331
Phone: (320) 836-2426
W ebsite: www.hemkerwildlifepark.com
The Park is home to several species of North American
hoofstock and also tropical penguins.
International W olf Center
1396 Highway 169
Ely, MN 55731-8129
Phone: (218) 365-4695
W ebsite: www.wolf.org
The Center works to conserve and protect wolves in
the wild through the exhibition of a wolf pack and also
through non-living displays which educate the public.
Paul Bunyan Animal Land
3857 Animal Land Dr SE
Bemidji, MN 56601
Phone: (218) 759-1533
W ebsite: www.paulbunyansanimalland.com
Minnesota’s largest wildlife park and petting zoo
housing almost 100 animals from all over the world.
Pine Grove Park and Zoo
1200 W . Broadway
Little Falls, MN 56345
Phone: (320) 616-5595
Promote environmental education and conservation
while creating a progressive zoological park in central
Minnesota. They wish to have families and individuals
live their lives with passionate respect for the entire
realm of the natural world.
The Raptor Center of University of M innesota
University of Minnesota
1920 Fitch Avenue
St. Paul, MN, 55108
Phone: (612) 624-4745
W ebsite: www.raptor.cvm.umn.edu
The Raptor Center is a leading force in raptor research
and is also home to nearly 30 education raptors which
are on exhibit to the public.
Reptile and Amphibian Discovery Zoo
3297 County Road 45 N
Owatonna, MN 55060
Phone: (888) 472-3966
W ebsite: www.theradzoo.com/
One of the world’s largest reptile displays, and an
opportunity for a fun family adventure. The zoo is
home to over 150 kinds of animals from all over the
world exhibited in naturalistic recreations of their
native environments.
August 2012
page 33
Springbrook Nature Center
100 85th Ave. N.W .
Fridley, MN 55432
Phone: (763) 572-3588
W ebsite: http://www.springbrooknaturecenter.org
Many animals make their home at Springbrook Nature
Center. Most live in the forest, prairie, savannah and
wet lands of the park. A few enjoy an easy, dependent
(on humans) life style in the exhibits of the Interpretive
Center. Human visitors are welcome to visit and
appreciate both groups of our animals. Here is a brief
overview of our animals.
Underwater Adventures
Mall of America
120 East Broadway
Bloomington, MN 55425
Phone: (952) 883-0202
W ebsite: www.underwaterworld.com
Underwater Adventures is home to exhibits including a
shark tunnel encounter and a touch pool.
W ildlife Science Center
5463 W est Broadway
Forest Lake MN 55025
Phone: (651) 464-3993
W ebsite: www.wildlifesciencecenter.org
The Center is home to many North American species
and strives to conserve endangered species and their
habitat.
August 2012
page 34
MISSISSIPPI
Hattiesburg Zoo
107 South 17th Avenue
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
Phone: (601) 545-4576
W ebsite: http://www.zoohattiesburg.com/zoo/
The Hattiesburg Zoo is home to more than 55 species
of animals from five continents, and also has many
interactive areas in their facility.
J.L Scott M arine Education Center & Aquarium
115 Beach Boulevard (U.S. Hwy. 90)
Biloxi, MS 39530
Phone: (228) 374-5550
W ebsite: www.aquarium.usm.edu
The Marine Education Center at Gulf Coast Research
Laboratory endeavors to enlighten the citizenry to
produce a cadre of well informed and knowledgeable
stewards of our coastal ecosystems of the north-central
Gulf of Mexico.
Theodore Roosevelt National W ildlife
Refuge Complex
728 Yazoo Refuge Road
Hollandale, MS 38748
Phone: (662) 839-2638
Fax: (662) 839-2619
W ebsite: www.fws.gov/trcomplex/
The Theodore Roosevelt National W ildlife Refuge
Complex is the largest refuge complex in the state of
Mississippi, and provide vital habitat for fish and
wildlife in the Delta region
Tupelo Buffalo Park & Zoo
2272 North Coley Road
Tupelo, MS 38803
Phone: (662) 844-8709
Fax: (662) 844-8850
W ebsite: www.tupelobuffalopark.com
The Tupelo Buffalo Park and Zoo features a variety of
exotic animals from around the world, an interactive
petting zoo, and multiple attractions that allow the
people to get up close and personal with wild animals.
August 2012
page 35
MISSOURI
The Butterfly Palace
4106 W . Hwy 76
Branson, MO 65616
Phone: (417) 332-2232
W ebsite: www.thebutterflypalace.com
The Butterfly Palace offers a walk through jungle
experience with live butterflies from around the world.
Also located near the palace is an insect zoo, exhibiting
exotic insects.
Grants Farm
10501 Gravois Road
St. Louis, MO 63123
Phone: (314) 843-1700
W ebsite: www.grantsfarm.com
The Farm is home many species, both domestic and
exotic, of hoof stock.
Lakeside Nature Center
Swope Park
4701 East Gregory Boulevard
Kansas City, MO
Phone: (816) 513-8960
W ebsite: www.lakesidenaturecenter.org/about.html
Lakeside Nature Center is located within Swope Park
which also surrounds the Kansas City Zoo. Lakeside
Nature Center provides educational and recreational
activities focusing on environmental awareness and
conservation of native plants and animals and their
habitats.
Promised Land Zoo
32297 Hwy 86
Eagle Rock, MO 65641
Phone: (417) 271-3324
W ebsite: www.plzoo.com
The Zoo is home to a drive through safari and a petting
zoo and is home to over 500 animals.
Sophia M . Sacha Butterfly House
& Education Center
Faust Park,
15193 Olive Boulevard
Chesterfield, MO 63017
Phone: (636) 530-0076
Fax: Fax: (636) 530-1516
W ebsite: www.missouribotanicalgarden.org
More than a thousand live tropical butterflies fly freely
in the glass conservatory at the Sophia M. Sachs
Butterfly House. W atch a butterfly emerge from a
chrysalis right before your eyes. Or go outside and visit
native and migrating species in the Butterfly Garden.
W ild Animal Safari
124 Jungle Dr.
Stafford, MO 65757
Phone: (417) 859-5300
W ebsite: www.goanimalparadise.com
The Park offers a drive through safari option to see
some of the larger, more dangerous animals and also a
walk through portion where the smaller, gentler
animals can be observed.
August 2012
page 36
W onders of W ildlife
500 W . Sunshine
Springfield, MO 65807
Phone: (417) 890-9453
Fax: (417) 890-9278
W ebsite: www.wondersofwildlife.org
To educate, inform, and entertain visitors concerning
the value of fish and wildlife, to help them appreciate
our heritage of hunting, and fishing and to motivate
their personal involvement in the conservation of our
outdoor resources. However, the facilities and site are
closed for expansion and renovation. Continue to visit
this site for updates and the grand re-opening schedule.
W orld Aquarium
701 North 15th Street, 2nd Floor
St. Louis, MO 63103
Phone: (314) 647-6011
Fax: (314) 647-7874
W ebsite: www.worldaquarium.org
The mission of W orld Aquarium is to present, promote
and protect the world of water. The mission is fulfilled
through education, exhibits, conservation programming
and research projects.
W orld Bird Sanctuary
125 Bald Eagle Ridge Road
Valley Park, MO 63088
Phone: (636) 861-3225
W ebsite: www.worldbirdsanctuary.org
Our mission is to preserve the earth s biological
diversity and to secure the future of threatened bird
species in their natural environments. W e work to
fulfill this mission through education, propagation,
field studies and rehabilitation.
MONTANA
Zoo M ontana
2100 South Shiloh Road
Billings, MT 59106
Phone: (406) 652-8100
Fax: (406) 652-9281
W ebsite: www.zoomontana.org
Our mission is to create for our visitors an enjoyable,
recreational and educational experience while
providing quality care for the animal and plant
collections and appropriate propagation programs for
species that are needed.
August 2012
page 37
NEBRASKA
Aksarben Aquarium & Outdoor Education Center
21502 W est Highway 31
Gretna, NE 68028
Phone: (402) 332-3901
W ebsite: www.outdoornebraska.ne.gov
Aksarben Aquarium houses 12 display tanks arranged
in a circular pattern that include various species of fish,
reptile, and amphibians.
Pioneers Park & Nature Center
2740 A Street
Lincoln, NE 68502
Phone: (402) 441-7847
W ebsite: www.lincoln.ne.gov
Pioneers Park Nature Center wishes to interpret the
natural history of Nebraska and the central great plains;
to promote the enjoyment, appreciation and awareness
of our natural environment; to practice and foster a
conservation ethic; and to provide a sanctuary for
wildlife and a peaceful retreat for people.
August 2012
page 38
NEVADA
Animal Ark
1265 Deerlodge Road
Reno, NV 89506
Phone: (775) 970-3111
Fax: (866) 366-5771
W ebsite: http: www.animalark.org
It is our belief that wild animals belong in the
wild and for those animals that are not capable
of surviving in the wild on their own, they have
the power to represent their wild cousins and
educate people about the importance
environmental stewardship.
Bonnie Springs Old Nevada Zoo
16395 Bonnie Springs Road
Blue Diamond, Nevada 89004
Phone: (702) 875-4191
W ebsite: www.bonniesprings.com
W e are pleased to announce that the petting zoo
on the property of Bonnie Springs Ranch is now
non-profit. The Bonnie Springs Ranch Petting
Zoo offers your family an exciting opportunity
to get up close and personal with native & exotic
animals.
Flamingo Wildlife Habitat at The Flamingo
3555 S. Las Vegas Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Phone: (702) 733-3111
The W ildlife Habitat is a tropical paradise to
over 300 birds who call the habitat home as well
as turtles and koi fish.
Lion Habitat at the M GM Grand
3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South,
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Phone: (702) 891-1111
W ebsite:
http://www.mgmgrand.com/entertainment/lion-habitat.aspx
The Lion Habitat is a showcase for the lion
species and works to educate the public and also
preserve the species.
Roos-n-more
746 Snowden Ranch Road
Moapa Town, NV 89025
Phone: (702) 467-3585
W ebsite: www.roosnmore.com
W e believe in conservation through education
and hope that the up-close and personal
encounters with our animal ambassadors will
inspire people to help save their wild
counterparts.
Sierra Safari Zoo
10200 North Virginia St.
Reno, NV 89508
Phone: (775) 677-1104
W ebsite: www.sierrasafarizoo.org
The Sierra Safari Zoo is home to many different
species of animals and is staffed completely by
volunteers.
Siegfrieds & Roy’s Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat
3400 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas, Nevada 89109
Phone: 702.791.7188
W ebsite: www.miragehabitat.com
W e felt compelled to create a safe environment
– an environment in which these animals could
live in serenity.
August 2012
page 39
Southern Nevada Zoological & Botanical Park (a.k.a. Las
Vegas Zoo)
1775 N. Rancho Dr.
Las Vegas, NV 89106
Phone: (702) 647-4685
W ebsite: www.lasvegaszoo.com
The Las Vegas Zoo is an educational and
recreational facility that exhibits more than 150
species of plants and animals.
Tiger Touch University Resort
P.O. Box 336
Fallon, NV 89407
Phone: (775) 423-8309
W ebsite: www.tigertouch.org
Tiger Touch is an exotic feline sanctuary.
August 2012
page 40
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Charmingfare Farm
774 High Street,
Candia, NH 03034
Phone: (603) 483-5623
W ebsite: www.charmingfare.com
Charmingfare is home to both domesticated and wild
animals native to the New Hampshire area with some
exotics.
New Hampshire Audubon
Statewide Headquarters: McLane Center
84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH 03301
Phone: (603) 224-9909, Fax: (603) 226-0902
Massabesic Center
26 Audubon W ay, Auburn, NH 03032
Phone: (603) 668-2045,
Fax: (603) 668-3796
Newfound Center
North Shore Road, Hebron, NH 03241
Phone: (603) 744-3516 (July and August ONLY)
Amoskeag Fishways
Fletcher Street
Manchester, NH 03105
Phone: (603) 626-FISH (3474)
The Loon Center
P.O. Box 604
183 Lee’s Mills Road
Moultonborough, NH 03254
Phone: (603) 476-5666
W ebsite: www.loon.org
The Loon Center works through exhibits and displays
to educate the public about New Hampshire’s wildlife.
August 2012
page 41
NEW JERSEY
Cohanzik Zoo
45 Mayor Aitken Drive
Bridgeton, NJ
Phone: (856) 453-1658
W ebsite: www.co.cumberland.nj.us
New Jersey's first zoo has been providing education
and enjoyment to the community of Bridgeton since
1934.
Cora Hartshorn Arboretum
324 Forest Drive South
Short Hills, NJ 07078
Phone: (973) 376.3587
W ebsite: www.hartshornarboretum.org
W e promote an understanding of the relationship
between people and the environment through programs
that integrate arts, sciences and the humanities.
M arine M ammal Stranding Center
3625 Brigantine Boulevard
Brigantine, NJ 08203
Phone: (609) 266-0538.
Fax: (609) 266-6300
W ebsite: www.marinemammalstrandingcenter.org
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center is
dedicated to responding to marine mammals
and sea turtles in distress along all of New
Jersey’s waterways and to the rehabilitation
of these animals for release back into the
wild.
New Jersey Academy for Aquatic Sciences
1 Riverside Drive
Camden, NJ 08103-1037
Phone: (856) 361-1023
W ebsite: www.njaas.org
The New Jersey Academy for Aquatic Sciences
promotes the understanding, appreciation and
protection of aquatic life and habitats through research,
education and youth development programs.
Popcorn Park Zoo
P.O. Box 43
Forked River, NJ 08731-0043
Phone: (609) 693-1900
Fax: (609) 693-8404
W ebsite: www.ahscares.org
Popcorn Park Zoo was established in 1977 for the sole
purpose of providing a refuge for wildlife that were
sick, elderly, abandoned , abused, or injured, and
which could no longer survive in its natural habitat. As
time went on, we expanded to include exotic and
domestic animals.
The Raptor Trust
1390 W hite Bridge Road
Millington, NJ 07946
Phone: (908) 647-8211
W ebsite: www.theraptortrust.org
The Raptor Trust is one of the leading forces in raptor
rehabilitation and is also home to a few resident raptors
which are used for education purposes.
Space Farms Zoo & M useum
218 Route 518
Sussex, NJ 07461
Phone: (973) 875-5800
W ebsite: www.spacefarms.com
The Zoo is home to over 500 animals representing over
100 species, both exotic and native wild species.
August 2012
page 42
Turtle Back Zoo
560 Northfield Avenue
W est Orange, NJ 07052
Phone: (973) 731-5800
W ebsite: www.turtlebackzoo.org
W e are committed to providing an enriching
recreational experience that fosters excellence in
wildlife education and wildlife conservation so that
present and future generations are inspired to
understand, appreciate and protect the fragile
interdependence of all living things.
W oodford Cedar Run W ildlife Refuge
4 Sawmill Road
Medford, NJ 08055
Phone: (856) 983-3329
W ebsite: www.cedarrun.org
Cedar Run is a wildlife rehabilitation center, nature
center and is also home to some permanent native
animal residents who could not be returned back to the
wild.
NEW MEXICO
American International Rattlesnake M useum
202 San Felipe NW
Suite A
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: (505) 242-6569
W ebsite: www.rattlesnakes.com
The Museum has the largest collection of live
rattlesnakes in the world and works to educate the
public in order to conserve the species.
Bosque Del Apache National W ildlife Refuge
P.O. Box 280
San Antonio, NM 87832
Phone: 575-835-1828
Email: FW 2_RW [email protected]
W ebsite: www.southwest.fws.gov
The goal of the Refuge management is to provide
habitat and protection for migratory birds and
endangered species and provide the public with a high
quality wildlife and educational experience.
Hillcrest Park Zoo
P.O. Box 760
1201 Sycamore
Clovis, NM 88101
Phone: (575) 769-7873
W ebsite: www.hillcrestparkzoo.org
The Zoo is home to many species of exotic animals and
is currently undergoing a more naturalistic renovation.
Rio Grande Nature Center
2901 Candelaria NW
Phone: (505) 344-7240
Fax: (505) 344-4505
W ebsite: www.rgnc.org
To preserve and protect the Rio Grande Bosque, to
educate the public about Rio Grande ecosystems, and
to foster positive human interactions with those
systems.
August 2012
page 43
Rio Grande Zoological Park
1320 Iron Street SW
Phone: (505) 764-6280
W ebsite: www.bioparksociety.org
The New Mexico BioPark Society is dedicated to the
development of, procurement for and capital
improvement of the ABQ BioPark (Zoo, Aquarium,
Botanic Garden, Tingley Beach) and to providing a
quality facility through the support of related
conservation, education and recreation programs.
Spring River Zoo
1306 E. College Boulevard
Roswell, NM 88201
Phone: (575) 624-6760
The Zoo is home to native and exotic species of
wildlife.
W ildlife W est Nature Park
P.O. Box 1359
87 North Frontage Road
Edgewood, NM 87015
Phone: (505) 281-7655
W ebsite: www.wildlifewest.org
The Park is home to many native species who could
not be released back into the wild due to injury.
NEW YORK
Aquarium of Niagara
701 W hirlpool Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14301
Phone: (716) 285-3575
W ebsite: www.aquariumofniagara.org
The Aquarium supports education and research through
its displays and live exhibits of aquatic and marine life.
Atlantis M arine W orld Aquarium
431 East Main Street
Riverhead, NY 11901
Phone: (631) 208-9200
Email: Loretta Greiff, Director of Administration
[email protected]
W ebsite: www.atlantismarineworld.com
The Aquarium aims to provide and educational and
entertaining marine experience to its guests through
exhibits and programs.
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium
1660 Route 25A
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Phone: (516) 692-6768
W ebsite: www.cshfha.org
The Aquarium exhibits native New York species and
works towards conservation of these species through
education and breeding programs.
August 2012
page 44
Long Island Game Farm W ildlife Park
& Children’s Zoo
P.O. Box 97
638 Chapman Boulevard
Manorville, NY 11949
Phone: (631) 878-6644
W ebsite: www.longislandgamefarm.com
The Zoo offers a natural environment where guests can
interact with the animals. The zoo exhibits both native
and exotic species.
Sweetbriar Nature Center
62 Eckernkamp Drive
Smithtown, NY 11787
Phone: (631) 979-6344
W ebsite: www.sweetbriarnc.org
The Nature Center actively participates in conservation
and education programs and is also home to butterfly
house.
Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary
& Audubon Center
134 Cove Road
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Phone: (516) 922-3200
W ebsite:
http://ny.audubon.org/CentersEdu_TRoosevelt.html
The Sanctuary is home to several birds of prey, reptiles
and amphibians which are used as animal ambassadors
to promote education and conservation.
The Utica Zoo
99 Steele Hill Road
Utica, NY 13501
Phone: (315) 738-0475
W ebsite: www.uticazoo.org
The Zoo is home to more than 200 animals,
representing both native and exotic species.
August 2012
page 45
NORTH CAROLINA
Carolina Raptor Center
P.O. Box 16443
6000 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC 28297
Phone: (704) 875-6521
Email: Joy Braunstein, President/CEO
[email protected]
W ebsite: www.carolinaraptorcenter.org
The Center is home to many permanent raptor residents
who could not be released back into the wild due to
their injuries and is also an operating rehabilitation and
research center.
Carolina Tiger Rescue
1940 Hanks Chapel Road
Pittsboro, NC 27312
Phone: (919) 542-4684
W ebsite: www.carolinatigerrescue.org
The Rescue provides a permanent sanctuary to wild
cats and is also furthering research and education about
wild cat species.
Cherokee Bear Zoo
1204 Tsalagi Road
Cherokee, NC 28719
Phone: (828) 497-4525
W ebsite: www.cherokeebearzoo.com
W e offer a firsthand observation of these beautiful
creatures since it is rare to witness them in their natural
habitat.
Lemur Center at Duke University
Box 90385 Duke University
3705 Erwin Road
Durham, NC 27705
Phone: (919) 489-3364
W ebsite: http://lemur.duke.edu/
The Lemur Center is a research and conservation
center for prosimian primates.
Lynnwood Zoo
1071 W ells Road
Jacksonville, NC 28540
Phone: (910) 938-5848
W ebsite: www.lynnwoodparkzoo.com
To provide educational enjoyment for Onslow County
and the Camp Lejeune Area.
New River Zoo
3581 Big Flatts Church Road
Fleetwood, NC
Phone: (336) 877-9219
To provided care for animals that owners could no
longer provide for and to rescue animals from abuse
and/or neglect.
North Carolina M useum of Natural Sciences
11 W . Jones St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
Phone: (919) 733-1573
Email: [email protected] – Bryan Blanton,
visitor services representative
W ebsite: www.naturalsciences.org
The Museum combines living and non-living exhibits
to educate the public about the local ecosystems of
North Carolina.
August 2012
page 46
Santa’s Land Theme Park & Zoo
571 W olfetown Road
Cherokee, NC 28719
Phone: (828) 497-9191
W ebsite: www.santaslandnc.com
This Theme Park features a zoo with domestic and
exotic species of animals where guests can get up close
through feeding time interactions with the animals.
Tiger W orld
4400 Cook Road
Rockwell, NC 28138
Phone: 704-279-6363
W ebsite: www.tigerworld.us
To provide a stimulating learning environment for
generations to come. To promote awareness about the
Endangered and Threatened Species of the world.
Also, to maintain a safe secure preservation area for the
public and for endangered and threatened wildlife.
NORTH DAKOTA
OHIO
Lagoon Deer Park
1502 Martins Point Road
State Route 269
Sandusky, OH 44870
Phone: (419) 684-5701
W ebsite: www.sanduskyfunspots.com/deerpark
The Deer Park is home to several species of hoof stock
and also some large birds and allows visitors to walk
through the park, feeding the animals.
Noah’s Lost Ark
8424 Bedell Road
Berlin Center, OH 44401
Phone: (330) 584-7835
W ebsite: www.noahslostark.org
Noah’s Lost Ark is a sanctuary for exotic and wild
animals and educates the public through guided tours.
W olf Timbers
P.O. Box 107
Bolivar, OH 44612
Phone: (330) 874-7022
W ebsite: www.wolftimbers.org
W olf Timbers provides an area where visitors and
researches can view the Timber W olf in a captive but
natural setting to promote conservation and awareness.
August 2012
page 47
OKLAHOMA
Arbuckle W ilderness
P.O. Box 63
Route 1
Davis, OK 73030
Phone: (580) 369-3383
W ebsite: www.arbucklewilderness.com
This park is a drive through safari and amusement
park.
G.W Exotic Animal Park
RRT 2 Box 67
W ynnewood, OK 73098
Phone: (405) 665-5197
W ebsite: www.gwpark.org
The park is an exotic animal sanctuary which advocates
proper care of animals in captivity and also educated
the public about exotic species.
Little River Zoo
3405 SE 120 th Ave
Norman, OK 73026
Phone: (405) 366-7229
W ebsite: www.littleriverzoo.com
Little River Zoo exhibits native and exotic animals and
is based in “humane education” or the concept of
respect and compassion for all life.
Oakhill Center for Rare and Endangered Species
19800 East Coffee Creek Road
Luther, OK 73054
Phone: (405) 277-9354
W ebsite: www.oakhillcenter.org
Oakhill Center is a Related Organizational member of
the American Association of Zoos & Aquariums. They
are a non-profit conservation center dedicated to the
long term conservation of rare & endangered species
through propagation and education.
Oklahoma Aquarium
300 Aquarium Drive
Jenks, OK 74037
Phone: (918) 296-3474
Fax: (918) 296-3467
W ebsite: www.okaquarium.org
Our mission, is conservation through education,
through enlightening exhibits, educational programs
and up=close encounters.
August 2012
page 48
OREGON
Great Cats W orld Park
27919 Redwood Highway
Cave Junction, OR 97523
Phone: (541) 592-2957
W ebsite: www.greatcatsworldpark.com
Our goal is to introduce and educate as many guests as
possible to our many feline ambassadors and to help
raise public awareness and support for many of these
rare and endangered cats.
Hart’s Reptile W orld
Canby, OR
Phone: 503-522-2695
W ebsite: www.hartsreptileworld.com
W e have been educating and entertaining kids and
adults alike on how unique and “not-so-scary” most
reptiles are once you get to know them.
Sea Lion Caves
91560 Hwy. 101 N.
Florence, OR 97439
Phone: ( 541) 547-3111
Fax: (541) 547-3545
W ebsite: http://sealioncaves.com/contact/
Our mission is to share as much information about sea
lions and other marine animals to establish long term
conservation through education.
Seaside Aquarium
200 N Prom
Seaside, OR 97138
Phone: (503) 738-6211
W ebsite: www.seasideaquarium.com
The Aquarium is privately owned and the descendants
of some of the founders are still active in the aquarium
operation. The Aquarium is proud to be involved in
public awareness programs: Marine Mammal
Stranding; Seaside Beach Discovery Program; Sea
W eek; Haystack Rock Awareness Program; the
W ildlife Center of the North Coast and other marine
education tours and activities for school children.
W est Coast Game Park
46914 HW Y 101
Bandon, OR 97411
Phone: (541) 347-3106
W ebsite: www.gameparksafari.com
The Park is a walk through safari and, due to its
breeding program, allows hands-on contact by the
public with baby animals.
August 2012
page 49
PENNSYLVANIA
Claws ’N ’ Paws W ild Animal Park
1475 Ledgedale Road
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
Phone: (570) 698-6154
W ebsite: www.clawsnpaws.com
This is a safari park which offers hands-on interactions
with some of its animal residents.
HUB-Robeson Aquarium at Penn State University
W ebsite unavailable right now.
Living Treasures Animal Park
288 Old Route 711
Jones Mills, PA 15646
Phone: (724) 593-8300
OR
422 Park Ave.
New Castle, PA 16101
Phone: (724) 924-9571
W ebsite: www.ltanimalpark.com
The parks are zoos which offer lots of up-close
interactions with their animals.
Penns Cave
222 Penns Cave Road
Centre Hall, PA 16828
Phone: (814) 364-1664
Fax: (814) 364-8778
W ebsite: www.pennscave.com
America's only all-water cavern and wildlife park. You
will have the opportunity to learn about geology,
biology, geography and agriculture...while having fun!
Punxsutawney Groundhog Zoo
124 W est Mahoning Street
Punxsutawney, PA 15767
Phone: (800) 938-7700
W ebsite: www.groundhog.org
W atch Phil and the other groundhogs as they play, eat
and do what groundhogs do best–sleep! Punxsutawney
Phil can be seen from outside or from inside the
Library.
W indy Ridge W ildlife Refuge, Inc.
127 W indy Ridge Road
Acme, PA 15610
Phone: (724) 455-7161
W ebsite: www.wrwr.org
August 2012
page 50
W olf Sanctuary of Pennsylvania
P.O. Box 145
Elm, PA 17521
465 Speedwell Forge Road
Lititz, PA 17543
Phone: (717) 626-4617
W ebsite: www.wolfsancpa.com
The sanctuary provides a naturalistic captive setting for
over 40 wolves and works to raise awareness about
wolves and their native habitat.
W oodland Zoo
3400 National Pike
Farmington, PA 15437
Phone: (724) 329-8664
The zoo is home to exotic and native species and
provides many interactive experiences to its guests.
RHODE ISLAND
Butterfly Zoo
409 Bulgarmarsh Road
Tiverton, RI 02878
Phone: (401) 849-9519
W ebsite: http://community2.webtv.net/butterflyzoo/doc2/
A living butterfly zoo, a gallery of magnificent
swallowtail butterfly specimens, learn how to mount a
specimen, or learn how to plant a butterfly garden to
attract these flying flowers to your yard.
Norman Bird Sanctuary
583 Third Beach Road
Middletown, RI 02842
Phone: (401) 846-2577
Robert Cardeiro, Executive Director
W ebsite: www.normanbirdsanctuary.org
This is a wildlife sanctuary which is also home to 15
education animals which are on display to the public.
Newport Aquarium
175 Memorial Boulevard
Newport, RI 02840
Phone: (401) 849-8430
W ebsite: www.savebay.org
Save The Bay protects, restores and improves the
ecological health of the Narragansett Bay region,
including its watershed and adjacent coastal waters,
through an ecosystem-based approach to environmental
action.
August 2012
page 51
SOUTH CAROLINA
The Charleston Aquarium
100 Aquarium W harf,
Charleston, SC 29401
Phone: (843) 577-3474
W ebsite: www.scaquarium.org
The South Carolina Aquarium inspires conservation of
the natural world by exhibiting and caring for animals,
by excelling in education and research, and by
providing an exceptional visitor experience.
Hollywild Animal Park
P.O. Box 683
Inman, SC 29349
2325 Hampton Road
W ellford, SC 29385
Phone: (864) 472-2038
W ebsite: www.hollywild.com
The park offers safari rides and feeding areas where
guests can interact with and observe the animals in a
more natural setting.
International Primate Protection League
P.O. Box 766
Summerville, SC 29484
Phone: (843) 871-2280
W ebsite: www.ippl.org
The IPPL maintains a Gibbon Sanctuary for some of
the primates who could not be released into the wild.
North Street Aquarium
608 North Street
Beaufort, SC 29901
Phone: (843) 524-1559
The first public aquarium in South Carolina, this
aquarium is filled with a wide variety of local marine
life.
Ripley’s Aquarium
1110 Celebrity Circle
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Phone: (843) 916-0888
W ebsite: www.ripleyaquariums.com
Our mission is to provide a top quality, world class
aquatic life facility that will foster environmental
education, conservation, and research, while
simultaneously providing entertainment for visitors of
all ages.
W accatee Zoological Farm
8500 Enterprise Road
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
Phone: (843) 650-8500
W ebsite: www.waccateezoo.com
The zoo exhibits a collection of domestic and exotic
animals.
August 2012
page 52
SOUTH DAKOTA
Bear Country U.S.A
13820 S. Highway 16
Rapid City, SD 57702
Phone: (605) 343-2290
W ebsite: www.bearcountryusa.com
The park promotes conservation of native species
through exhibits, drive-through tours, and breeding
programs.
Reptile Gardens
Box 620
Rapid City, SD 57709
Phone: (605) 342-5873
1-800-335-0275
W ebsite: www.reptilegardens.com
Reptile Gardens has one of the largest collections of
tropical plants and reptiles in the country.
Sertoma Butterfly House
4320 Oxbow Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Phone: (605) 334-9466
W ebsite: www.sertomabutterflyhouse.org
The Butterfly House provides up close interactions
with many different species of butterflies.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~stopped here
August 2012
page 53
TENNESSEE
Rain Forest Adventures
109 Nascar Dr.
Sevierville, TN 37862
Phone: (865) 428-4091
W ebsite: www.rfadventures.com
The park is home to many different rain forest species
from several continents. Guests have many
opportunities to get hands-on interaction with some of
the animals.
Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
88 River Road
Gatlinburg,TN 37738
Phone: (865) 430-8808
W ebsite: www.ripleyaquariums.com
Every one of us has a tremendous impact on the planet.
A few simple changes to your daily life can change the
future of our Earth.
Smoky M ountain Deer Farm Exotic Petting Zoo
478 Happy Hollow Road
Sevierville, TN 37876
Phone: (865) 428-3337
W ebsite: www.deerfarmzoo.com
The Petting Zoo is home to some exotic as well as
domestic animals.
Tennessee Safari Park
637 Conley Road
Alamo, TX 38001
Phone: (731) 696-2400
W ebsite: www.tennesseesafaripark.com
The park is a drive through safari featuring more than
60 species of animals. There are also many
opportunities for interactions with some of the animals.
Tiger Haven, Inc.
237 Harvey Road
Kingston, TN 37763
Phone: (865) 376-0284
W ebsite: www.tigerhaven.org
Tiger Haven provides sanctuary to many species of
wild cats, both native and exotic.
August 2012
page 54
TEXAS
Amarillo Zoo
P.O. Box 1971
Amarillo, TX 79105
Phone: (806) 381-7911
W ebsite: www.amarillozoo.org
The zoo exhibits both native and exotic species.
The Austin Nature and Science Center
301 Nature Center Dr.
Austin, TX 78746
Phone: (512) 327-8181
W ebsite: www.ci.austin.tx.us/ansc
The Science Center exhibits animals that are native to
the area in an effort to educate the public and to
conserve the native wildlife.
Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary
P.O. Box 91808
Austin, TX 78709
10807 Rawhide Trail
Austin, TX 78736
Phone: (512) 288-1490
W ebsite: www.austinzoo.org
Austin Zoo is a non-profit animal sanctuary which
houses animals who have been retired from zoos or
rescued from improper care.
Clearsprings Aviaries and Zoological Gardens
5686 IH-35 South
New Braunfels, TX 78132
Phone: (830) 606-6029
W ebsite: http://www.angelfire.com/tx5/clearspgs/
The zoo specializes in the breeding of and exhibition of
exotic birds.
The Cockrell Butterfly Center at the Houston
M useum of Natural Science
5555 Hermann Park Dr.
Houston, TX 77030
Phone: (713) 639-4629
W ebsite:
http://www.hmns.org/see_do/butterfly_center.asp?r=1
The Butterfly Center is a walk through butterfly house
with hundreds of specimens.
Frank Buck Zoo
1000 W . California St. at IH-35
Gainesville, TX 76240
Phone: (940) 668-4539
W ebsite: www.frankbuckzoo.com
The zoo is home to many different species of animals
from all over the world.
August 2012
page 55
The HEARD Natural Science M useum and W ildlife
Sanctuary
1 Nature Place
McKinney, TX 75069
Phone: (972) 562-5566
W ebsite: www.heardmuseum.org
The museum is home to “animal ambassadors” from
around the world, including many native and exotic
species.
International Exotic Feline Sanctuary
P.O. Box 637
Boyd, TX 76023
Phone: (940) 433-5091
Fax: (940) 433-5092
W ebsite: www.bigcat.org
Our mission is and should be – what is in the animals
best interest at all times, without regard to the humans
or politics involved.
Natural Bridge W ildlife Ranch
26515 Natural Bridge Caverns Road
San Antonio, TX 78266
Phone: (830) 438-7400
Email: gotaquestion@W ildlifeRanchTexas.com
W ebsite: www.wildliferanchtexas.com
The ranch is modeled after an African safari.
Primarily Primates
26099 Dull Knife Trail
Phone: (830) 755-4616
W ebsite: www.primarilyprimates.org
This is a sanctuary for exotic animals, housing mostly
primates.
W ild Animal Orphanage
P.O. Box 690422
9626 Leslie Road
Phone: (210) 688-9038
W ebsite: www.wildanimalorphanage.org
The Orphanage is home to hundreds of exotic animals
which have been rescued from conditions where they
were not cared for properly.
W ildcat Bluff Nature Center
2301 North Soncy Road
Amarillo, TX 79124
Phone: (806) 352-6007
W ebsite: www.wildcatbluff.org
It is a place of inspiration, a place for people to
embrace the spirit of the land by exploring the natural
magic of the Texas Panhandle.
August 2012
page 56
UTAH
W illow Park Zoo
419 W est 700 South
P.O. Box 527
Logan, UT 84323
Phone: (435) 716-9265
W ebsite:
http://www.loganutah.org/parks_and_rec/willow_park/index.cfm
The zoo is home to many animals and offers
many interactive programs to its guests.
VERMONT
August 2012
page 57
VIRGINIA
Leesburg Animal Park
19270 James Monroe HW Y
Leesburg, VA 20175
Phone: (703) 433-0002
W ebsite: www.leesburganimalpark.com
The park is home to many species of native and exotic
species and also provides different interactive
programs with animals to its guests.
Luray Zoo and Reptile Center
1087 US HW Y, 21 W est
Luray, VA 22835
Phone: (540) 743-4113
W ebsite: www.lurayzoo.com
The zoo exhibits a large collection of reptiles and other
exotic animals.
M etro Richmond Zoo
8300 Beaver Bridge Road
Moseley, VA 23120
Phone: (804) 739-5666
W ebsite: www.metrorichmondzoo.com
The zoo exhibits exotic and native species in a
naturalistic setting and also provides many interactive
programs.
Natural Bridge Zoo
P.O. Box 88
5784 S Lee Highway
Natural Bridge, VA 24578
Phone: (540) 291-2420
W ebsite: www.naturalbridgezoo.com
The zoo is a rescue and breeding zoo for exotic
animals.
Virginia Safari Park
229 Safari Lane
Natural Bridge, VA 24578
Phone: (540) 291-3205
W ebsite: www.virginiasafaripark.com
W e felt there was a need and desire for people to be
able to see wild animals in a much more natural
environment than had previously been available. W e
are dedicated to helping guests appreciate our animals
in the beautiful and natural setting of the Blue Ridge
Mountains in the Shenandoah Valley.
August 2012
page 58
WASHINGTON
Cat Tales Zoological Park
N. 17020 Newport HW Y
Mead, W A 99021
Phone: (509) 238-4126
W ebsite: www.cattales.org
Cat Tales is a rescue organization for animals and is
also a “zoo school” where students can come to learn
the profession of zookeeping.
Cougar M ountain Zoo
19525 SE 54 th St.
Issaquah, W A 98027
Phone: (425) 391-5508
W ebsite: www.cougarmountainzoo.org
The zoo exhibits endangered animals which have a
high education value to the public to promote its
mission of educating the public in preserving the
species in the wild.
Olympic Game Farm
1423 W ard Road
Sequim, W A 98382
Phone: (360) 683-4295
W ebsite: www.olygamefarm.com
The farm exhibits exotic animals, many of which have
been rescued as orphans.
Pacific Science Center
200 Second Ave. North
Seattle, W A 98109
Phone: (206) 443-3631
W ebsite: www.pacsci.org
The Science Center is home to several permanent
animal displays including a butterfly house.
Poulsbo M arine Science Center
P.O. Box 408
18743 Front St. NE
Poulsbo, W A 98345
Phone: (360) 598-4460
W ebsite: www.poulsbomsc.org
The Center is still in the process of building exhibits
and collecting animals to put on permanent display but
aims to educate the pubic about the surrounding marine
ecosystems.
Seattle Bug Safari
1501 W estern Ave., Suite 304
Seattle, W A 98101
Phone: (206) 285-2847
W ebsite: www.seattlebugsafari.com
The Safari houses more than 50 species of insects.
August 2012
page 59
The W hale M useum
62 First St. N.
P.O. Box 945
Friday Harbor, W A - 98250
Phone: (360) 378-4710
W ebsite: www.whalemuseum.org
Promoting stewardship of whales and the Salish Sea
ecosystem through education and research.
W olf Haven International
3111 Offut Lake Road SE
Tenino, W A 98589
Phone: (800) 448-9653
W ebsite: www.wolfhaven.org
W olf Haven rescues captive born wolves from private
owners, road side zoos and other poor conditions and
allows them a permanent, safe home.
WEST VIRGINIA
W est Virginia Zoo at Hovatter’s W ildlife Zoo
291 W agner Lane
Kingwood, W V 26537
Phone: (304) 329-3122
W ebsite: www.westvirginiazoo.com
W est Virginia Zoo is known for its up close and
personal encounters with all of our adorable, and not so
adorable residents.
August 2012
page 60
WISCONSIN
Bay Beach W ildlife Sanctuary
Green Bay, W I 54302
Phone: (920) 391-3675 – Ty Baumann, Director
Email: [email protected] – Ty Baumann,
Director
W ebsite: www.baybeachwildlife.com
The sanctuary is a wildlife rehabilitation center and is
home to animals which are on display.
The zoo exhibits native, exotic and domestic animals.
Bear Den W ildlife Zoo and Petting Farm
P.O. Box 322
6831 Big Bend Road
W aterford, W I 53185
Phone: (262) 895-6430
W ebsite: www.beardenzoo.com
Irvine Park Zoo
Bridgewater and HW Y 24
Chippewa Falls, W I 54729
Phone: (715) 723-0051
W ebsite: www.irvineparkzoo.org
The zoo is currently undergoing renovations to become
more modern and to maintain humane treatment for the
animals that it houses.
JoDon Farms
5907 Nicholson Road
Franksville, W I 53126
Phone: (262) 835-2777
W ebsite: www.jodonfarms.com
JoDon Farms is home to both domestic and exotic
animals and allows up-close contact between the guests
and the animals.
Lincoln Park Zoo1215 North 8 th St.
Manitowoc, W I 54220
Phone: (920) 683-4685
W ebsite:
http://www.manitowoc.org/parkandrec/Zoo/zoo.htm
The zoo is home to native and exotic animals and hosts
many programs for both adults and children.
M enominee Park Zoo
520 Pratt Trail
805 W itzel – Mailing Address
Oshkosh, W I 54902
Phone: (920) 236-5316
W ebsite: http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/Zoo/zoo.htm
The zoo encourages the appreciation of the native and
exotic animals that it exhibits.
August 2012
page 61
M yrick Hixon Eco Park Zoo
789 Myrick Park Drive
La Crosse, W I 54601
Phone: (608) 784-0303
W ebsite: www.mhecopark.org
Our mission is to empower individuals and
communities to experience and explore healthy,
vibrant, safe, and sustainable lifestyles.
Rausch Bear Den
6831 Big Bend Road (Hwy 164)
W aterford, W I 53103
Phone: (262) 895-6430
W ebsite: www.beardenzoo.com
The Bear Den houses a range of exotic and domestic
animals that encourages learning experiences for all
ages.
Valley of the Kings Sanctuary and Retreat
W 7593 Townhall Road
Sharon, W I 53585
Phone: (262) 736-9386
W ebsite: ww.votk.org
Valley of the Kings provides a permanent home to
abandoned, abused and retired exotic and domestic
animals. They promote the “wildness” of animals.
W ildwood Zoo
608 W . 17 th St.
Marshfield, W I 54449
Phone: (715) 384-4642
W ebsite: http://ci.marshfield.wi.us//pr/Zoo/
W ildwood Zoo exhibits North American animals in a
naturalistic setting.
W isconsin Rapids M unicipal Zoo
1911 Gaynor Ave.
W isconsin Rapids, W I 54494
Phone: (715) 421-8240
W ebsite: http://www.wisrapids.com/index/zoo.html
The zoo is home to a butterfly garden as well as many
exhibits.
WYOMING
August 2012
page 62

Current non-AZA accredited zoos, aquariums, nature

Transcription

Similar documents

FIREBALL RUN comes to the Zoo!

To this: Davidsonville Wildlife Sanctuary Wetland Restoration Best

Lynx – Zoo

Yabber, 4th November, 2015 Week 45

Beardsley Zoo Map Website_5-16

save one, save the species

Summer 2015 - Heritage Federal Credit Union

View the Event Flyer

Go au naturale PowerPoint

2016 Zoo Camp Brochure