May 2016 FINAL - Tautphaus Park Zoological Society of Idaho Falls

May 2016
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In this Issue . . .
Membership Matters . . . 2
General zoo info . . . 4
Parties and Events . . . 5
Calendar . . . 6
EdZOOcation programs . . . 8-14
Zookeeper Spotlight . . . 14
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Newsletter of the Tautphaus Park Zoological Society
Message From the Superintendent
So how do you give a sonogram to a fully awake, fully active, 300-pound Sloth Bear?
Sounds like the beginning of a joke. It is no joke to the staff at the Idaho Falls Zoo at
Tautphaus Park, where challenges like this are just another day at the office. A few
days ago I watched Dr. Rhonda perform this delicate medical procedure to discover whether the Sloth Bear is pregnant (she likely is not). I would have assumed it was impossible but with the assistance of Vet Tech Alison, and keepers
Dallas and Erika, not only was the procedure successfully performed, it was a safe pleasant experience for the bear and for the
zoo staff. I was amazed!
The ingenuity of the zoo staff, the care they have for the welfare of
the animals, and the passion with which they approach their jobs is
nothing short of inspiring. I have been working as the superintendent
of the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park for just over a month
and I am already amazed at what the staff accomplishes: Everything from broken pipes to dental procedures on a DeBrazza’s Monkey, shipping a snow leopard to a zoo in
Canada to hosting a birthday party. And they did all this while managing the busiest zoo opening in history—
we had over 2,200 visitors in one day!
I am very proud to be a part of such a wonderful organization staffed by such hard working people. You
should all be very proud of the Idaho Falls Zoo as well. They are making a difference for the animals in their
care and the health of wildlife populations during a critical time for the world’s biodiversity while providing
the citizens of Idaho Falls a wonderful educational, recreational, and economic asset. That is something to be
proud of indeed!
I am honored to be a part of such an amazing organization.
David Pennock, Zoo Superintendent
We’re on Facebook! Find us, like us, and follow us at both Tautphaus Park Zoological Society and
at Idaho Falls Zoo. This is a great way to spread the news about the zoo and stay informed on all
your favorite critters! Want more info? Reach us as www.tpzs.info!
Did you know you can also access the keeper and education wish-list on line? Check out this address: https://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/wishlist/2FV1M3U40JZL2/ref=cm_wl_list_o_1
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Tautphaus Park Zoological
Society of Idaho Falls
Board of Directors
Don Miley, President
Gaylene Verdoorn, 1st Vice President
Tyler Gravatt, 2nd Vice President Kerry Martin, Treasurer
Juntina Gooden-Helton, Secretary Eric Gravatt, Advisor
Fernando Sandoval Brian Thompson Jesse Jones
Jan Hagers Gregg Losinski Eric Erickson
Patrick Malone
Lisa Schultz Carole Walters
Denise O’Brien
Tobie Vincent Dave Walters
Linda Milam
Staff
Laurie Gravatt, Membership Coordinator
Zoo Staff
Greg Weitzel, Director of Parks and Recreation
David Pennock, Superintendent
Linda Beard, Animal Care/Operations Supervisor
Darrell Markum, General Curator
Sunny Katseanes, Education Curator
Debbie Jensen, Registrar/Receptionist
Aaron Young, Linda Buie, Amy Vargas, Meta Schmitz,
Dallas LaDucer, and Emily Lutz, Animal Keepers
Ashley Cram, Amy Tracy, and
Ericka Alderete, Seasonal Keepers
Alison Holderman, Vet Tech
Mitch Porter, Grounds/Facilities Supervisor
Steven Scholes, Maintenance Assistant
Tyler Jensen, Janitor
Michele Heiselmann, Gardener
Mary Leigh, Guest Services Supervisor
Kitira Howard, Katie Savage, April Stevens, Nathan Pollard,
and Hailey Stephens, Guest Services
Ben Berriman and Natalie Stier, Education
Consulting Veterinarians
Rhonda Aliah, DVM (primary)
Nichole Seda, DVM
Luke Gillespie, DVM
Membership Matters
We need your help to keep our membership and admission
costs down and to keep our admission gate running smoothly!
Please remember…
Present your membership card along with an additional form
of picture identification upon EACH visit to the zoo. If you
do not present your membership card, you must pay a $5 replacement card fee to gain admission.
Your membership card is
not transferable and
may only be used
for the category
listed on the card.
Only those listed on
your card are allowed
admission. To avoid
delays at admissions,
know WHO is covered
on your membership card.
As a general rule your membership card
does not
cover any admission fee for fundraising events that are held at
our zoo, such as, but not limited to Chillin’ at the Zoo with
Reed’s Dairy, Wines in the Wild, Zoo Brews, and Boo at the
Zoo, but it will gain you admission to the Membership Picnic
and Member’s Night.
Notify the membership office of any address or name change.
Lost cards may be replaced with a $5 processing fee. Enjoy
your visits. Thank you for your cooperation and for supporting the Tautphaus Park Zoological Society.
Thank
Questions? Contact us at the Membership Office: 208-6128421, from Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
you . .
. . . from
the Zoo!
Sometimes it’s hard to get the perfect present! Want to
give to the zoo, but not sure what they need? Visit our
new Amazon wish lists, and every day is a party!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/
wishlist/2FV1M3U40JZL2/ref=cm_wl_list_o_1?
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EdZOOcation Offers YOU Lots of “NEW” This Summer
The staff of the Education department at Idaho Falls Zoo is really excited to bring you several new programs this
year. In fact, there are so many new possibilities we are calling it the “summer of something-for-everyone!” In addition to lots of new topics in our One Day Classes, Weeklong Zoo Schools, monthly Zoo Tots classes, and Behind the
Scenes tours, we are pleased to offer YOU lots of NEW! For a complete listing of the EdZOOcation programs, visit
http://tinyurl.com/7vy3woc.
For Adults: Exercise Classes
From June through August, find your Zen during Yoga at the Zoo, kick it up a notch with Zumba at the Zoo, or feel
the beat with Wild About POUND. Each class is 45-minutes long and open to those 14 and over. Cost is only $5.00
per class for TPZS members and $10 per class for nonmembers (includes zoo admission). Looking for something for
your little ones to do while you exercise with us? We’ve got that covered, too! For only $5.00 per child per session
(does not include zoo admission), drop the kids (ages 2-10, must be potty-trained) off with a zoo educator to have
some fun while you work out! Learn more and sign up at http://tinyurl.com/zdpg2ul
Teachers’ Professional Development/Adult Classes
Why should kids have all the fun at the zoo? We are offering two classes this summer just to teach adults how cool
the zoo can be and to show teachers all the fun things you can do to use information about the zoo, its animals, and
conservation principles to the classroom. Cost is $65 for TPZS members and $75 for nonmembers, per class. Professional Development credits are available for each class through Northwest Nazarene University for $60 per credit.
You don’t have to be a teacher to take one of these classes. They are open to everyone 18 and over. Visit http://
tinyurl.com/ol9842y for more information and registration.
For Families: Family Classes
Make your zoo visit even more educational and memorable by participating in a class designed for the whole family.
The classes will be held in conjunction with select special events at the zoo this summer. Classes are only $30 for up
to 5 people (nonmembers must also pay zoo admission) and $10 for each additional person. Visit http://
tinyurl.com/jkar692 for information and registration.
Behind the Scenes Tours
While our Behind the Scenes Tours aren’t new, they are nonetheless an exciting activity for families.
Take a hour-and-one-half look behind the gates and doors at Idaho Falls Zoo
and see what it takes to care for, feed, and manage 400 exotic animals.
Cost is $25 per person for TPZS members and $30 each for nonmembers. Visit http://tinyurl.com/jkqdfxw for information and registration.
Special Events:
Once again we’ll have special activities going on for Earth Day, International Migratory Bird Day, Bear Aware Day, Enrichment Day and
more but we’re also excited to be offering new events including Endangered Species Day, World Oceans Day, and Carnivore Craze Day. Most
of these events are included with zoo admission, which means you, the
TPZS members, get to enjoy the fun for free as part of your membership!
For a complete list of zoo special events, visit http://tinyurl.com/zdtth9a.
As you can see, we have tried to offer something for everyone this summer.
Try one of our new programs out, we think you’ll enjoy it. See you at the zoo!
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General ZOO Information
Go to www.idahofallszoo.org or call (208) 612-8552 for more information! Looking for something fun to do with family and friends? Swing
into the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park! With more than 350 individual animals representing 120 species from all around the globe,
you’ll soon see why the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park is “the
Best Little Zoo in the West.”
Admission Prices
Regular
Group/Education
Ages 3 and Under
Free
Free
Child (4–12)
$4.50
$4.00
Adult (13–61)
$7.50
$6.50
Senior (62+)
$6.00
$5.00
TPZS Members
Free
Free
*admission includes your Quarters for Conservation contribution
2016 Hours of Operation
Gates Open Last Admission
*April 9 - May 27
9:00 a.m.
4:00 p.m.
May 28 - Sept 5
9:00 a.m.
5:00 p.m.
Sept 6 - Oct 9*
9:00 a.m.
4:00 p.m.
First Friday July-September
9:00 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
*May open earlier or close later weather permitting
City Rate
Free
$3.50
$5.50
$5.00
Free
Zoo Closes
5:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
Zoological Society Memberships For more information on zoo memberships call (208) 612-8421
Membership Benefits:
• Free admission to the Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park for one year (does not include fundraising events)
• Free or reduced admission to more than 100 other zoos and aquariums
• Discounts on programs and invitations to exclusive Zoo activities and openings
• 20% discount in the Explorer’s Station Gift Shop
* Children under the age of three get in for free
*Membership prices include your annual Quarters for Conservation contribution
Membership Categories
Individual $37.50 Admits one adult individual as listed on card, plus 2 guest tickets
Dual
$47.50 Admits two adults or 1 adult and 1 child as listed on card, plus 2 guest tickets
Family $80 Admits up to 6 related family members as listed on card, plus 4 guest tickets
General $100 Admits any 6 people of your choice as listed on the card, plus 4 guest tickets.
Grandparents $80 Admits 2 adults as listed on card, and unnamed grandchildren under the age of 18 (for a total
of 6 people), plus 4 guest tickets.
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Parties and Events at the ZOO
Call (208) 612-8420 or (208) 612-8422 to book your event
or visit www.idahofallszoo.org and click on “Parties & Picnics” for more information
Children’s Birthday Parties
Includes: Admissions for 10 children and 2 adults. Exclusive use of the Children’s Zoo Party Gazebo with picnic
tables for two hours.
Bring your own birthday cake and drinks
View all the fantastic benefits on our website
Package price ……………. $88.00 plus sales tax
($25 non-refundable deposit required)
Daytime Event
During regular Zoo hours from May – September
Two (2) hour rental of the Tent on the Green
A visit from the Animal Ambassadors
Discounted zoo admission for your guests
Package Price ……………. $147.50 plus zoo admission and sales tax
($25 non-refundable deposit required)
Private Evening Event
All the benefits of the Daytime Event Package
Animal Encounters Show
Fully staffed Children’s Zoo
Package Price ………………$482.50 plus zoo admission and sales tax
($100 non-refundable deposit required)
Penguin Interaction Program (PIP)
Meet the penguin keepers and have approximately 20-30 minutes to interact with our feathered friends. Guests
will learn about these fascinating birds as well as what they can do to help protect them. The program fee goes to
support African Penguin conservation. Kids 4-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Reservations are
highly recommended. Call the Zoo Gift Shop at (208) 612-8422 for reservations and more information. Maximum of 10 people.
May 28-Oct 9 Thursdays-Sundays from 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Adults (13 & up) $20 per person (plus zoo admission and sales tax)
Children (4-12) $10 per person (plus zoo admission and sales tax)
Keeper Chats
Learn about the zoo’s animals from the people who know them best: the zoo keepers! Keeper chats
are held twice daily, the first presentation at Penguin Cove and the second chat at another zoo exhibit. Visit the website, the zoo bulletin board at the entrance, or see the sandwich board in front of the exhibit to
see where the chats will take place for the day. Chats are FREE with your paid zoo admission.
Chats begin daily on Memorial Day
10:00 a.m. at Penguin Cove, and 2:00 p.m. at a different zoo exhibit each day.
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ZOO Calendar of Events
JUNE
June 11—BEAR AWARE DAY 1:00-4:00 p.m. Free admission
for children 12 and under when they bring their teddy
bear to the zoo. Enjoy games, crafts and special displays
all about bears. Event is FREE with your paid zoo admission or TPZS membership.
June 19—FATHER’S DAY Fathers admitted free with a
paying child admission.
June 25—WORLD OCEANS DAY 1:00-4:00 p.m.
We may not live next to the ocean, but our everyday
lives affect it. Come to the zoo and learn more about
our oceans and the zoo’s cute ocean dwellers, the African black-footed penguin, as well as fun crafts and
games. Event is FREE with your paid zoo admission or
TPZS membership.
JULY
July 1—FIRST FRIDAY LATE NIGHT We will stay open late for students, family, or anyone who would like
to enjoy an evening visit to the Zoo. With each full price adult admission after 5:00 p.m. receive a second adult
admission for $4.00 and all children admitted for only $2.50. All students get in for $4.00 with a student ID.
July 8—WINES IN THE WILD 6:00-9:00 p.m. (last admission at 8:30 p.m.) Enjoy an evening of music, food,
and wine tasting while you watch some of your favorite animals. This fundraiser is hosted by the Tautphaus Park
Zoological Society. Zoo closes at 3:00 p.m. to prepare for the special event. TPZS membership is not
valid for this event. Must be 21 or older to attend & must have ID for admittance into zoo.
July 16—CARNIVORE CRAZE 1:00-4:00 p.m. Experience the world of meat-eaters and
watch our top-level predators show off their natural behaviors as we feed them on exhibit
only during this once a year event! Event is FREE with your paid zoo admission or TPZS
membership.
July 30—CHILLIN’ AT THE ZOO 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Cool off at the zoo as you enjoy
a variety of ice cream stations! Pay just $5 for all you can eat ice cream, after admission.
Membership cards apply. The event is a fundraiser is hosted by the Tautphaus Park Zoological Society and sponsored by Reed’s Dairy.
AUGUST
August 1—SENIORS DAY Free admission for seniors 62 and over. Sit under a shady
tree and enjoy up close animal encounters and old time music. Sponsored by Lincoln
Court.
August 5—FIRST FRIDAY LATE NIGHT We will stay open late for students, family, or
anyone who would like to enjoy an evening visit to the Zoo! With each full price adult admission after 5pm, you get a second adult admission for $4.00 and all children admitted for
only $2.50. All students get in for $4.00 with a student ID.
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August 7—ENRICHMENT DAY See how our zoo keepers enrich the lives of our animals with a variety of activities throughout the day designed to mentally and physically stimulate their natural behaviors. Event is FREE
with your paid zoo admission or TPZS membership.
August 27—COMMUNITY APPRECIATION DAY In conjunction with Community Fest, the Idaho Falls Zoo
offers Zoo admission for $2.50 per person ages 4 and over. Ages 3 and under are free.
SEPTEMBER
September 2—FIRST FRIDAY LATE NIGHT We will stay open late for students,
family, or anyone who would like to enjoy an evening visit to the zoo! With each
full price adult admission after 5:00 p.m., you get a second adult admission for
$4.00 and all children admitted for only $2.50. All students get in for $4.00 with
a student ID.
September 6—Short hours begin; end of Animal Encounters Shows and Keeper
Chats.
September 16—ZOO BREWS 5:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. (last admission 8:30 p.m.).
Enjoy an evening of music, food and beer tasting while you watch some of your
favorite animals. This fundraiser is hosted by the Tautphaus Park Zoological
Society and Sponsored by North American Brewers Association. Zoo closes at
3:00 p.m. to prepare for the special event. TPZS membership is not valid for
this event. Must be 21 or older to attend & must have ID for admittance into
zoo.
OCTOBER
October 9—Last day of regular zoo operation. If the weather is good, though,
watch our website for extended days of operation! www. idahofallszoo.org.
October 27, 28, 29—BOO AT THE ZOO 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (last admission at 8:30 p.m.)
Enjoy over 500,000 lights, 1000 pumpkins, light sculptures, decorations and trick-ortreat stations throughout the zoo. This “Merry not Scary” event also includes costume contests each night for all ages. This fundraiser is hosted by the Tautphaus
Park Zoological Society. TPZS membership is not valid for
this event.
Oct 30 & 31* – HALLOWEEN NIGHT LIGHTS 5:00 p.m.-8:00
p.m. (last admission at 7:30 p.m.) If you want to come see the
beautiful Halloween decorations at the Zoo, but want to skip
the crowds, these are the nights to do it. Please note there
will NOT be Trick-or-Treat stations, costume contests, or
crafts and games. Admission is half-price of our regular
admission rate or you can use your TPZS membership.
*Night lights may extend nightly through November if the
weather cooperates. Watch our website for extended days
of operation! www.idahofallszoo.org.
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EdZOOcation
EdZOOcation Programs
Go to www.idahofallszoo.org and click on “Education”
or call (208) 612-8418 or (208) 612-8453 for more information
Children’s Classes
Kids ages 2-13 will have a great time and learn a lot about our wild world
in the education classes at Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park.
Zoo Tots: Ages 2 – PreK ($10 per class for TPZS members, $12 per class for nonmembers)
Explore the zoo through fun games, crafts, music and more in our monthly Zoo Tots program. An adult must
attend with each child. Cost covers both adult and child.
Llama, Llama Red Pajamas: Why all the drama little llama? Is it because you're not wearing your red
pajamas? Come hang out with Francis the llama and her relatives.
Saturday June 4, 10:00-10:45 a.m.
Friday June 10, 10:00-10:45 a.m.
Yertle the Turtle: Yertle is the king of all that he sees. Come meet our
king turtles and find out if they rule the zoo.
Friday, July 8, 10:00-10:45 a.m.
Saturday, July 23 10:00-10:45 a.m.
If You Give a Pig a Pancake: If you give a pig a pancake, he’s going to invite all
of his friends over. Join us for the party!
Friday August 5, 10:00-10:45 a.m.
Saturday August 27, 10:00-10:45 a.m.
Winnie the Pooh and Tigger, Too: Do tigers really bounce? Do bears eat
honey? Join Christopher Robin to meet the real animals behind the book
characters.
Friday, September 9, 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.
Saturday, September 17, 10:00-10:45 a.m.
KinderZoo Classes: Ages 5-7 ($12 each class for TPZS members, $15 for nonmembers)
You’ll learn lots of amazing things about our incredible natural
world! Student must be in kindergarten or older.
Everybody Poops: What’s the one thing all animals have in common? Everybody poops! But why?
Tuesday, June 7, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 25, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Thursday, July 21, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
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Animal BFFs: Some animals like being alone, others have many friends of many different species.
Tuesday, June 7 , 2:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Saturday, June 25, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Thursday, July 21, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Let’s Make Tracks: Who’s been walking here? Was it a deer, a skunk, a bear or maybe an
emu? Who can tell? You will soon…
Thursday, June 23, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 6, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 4, 10:00 -11:00 a.m.
Why So Cute?!? Ever wonder why some animals are
so cute and others are…not so cute? Come help us
figure out why!
Thursday, June 23, 2:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Wednesday, July 6, 2:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Thursday, August 4, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
EcoRangers Classes: Ages 8-10 ($16 for TPZS members, $20 for
nonmembers)
We’ll combine science, exploration, arts, crafts and lots of fun in
these one day classes. Student must be in 3rd grade or older.
Animal Adventure Time: Come on, grab your friends, and travel to very
distant lands to learn about the amazing world of animals.
Wednesday, June 8, 12:45 - 2:15 p.m.
Friday, July 22, 12:45 - 2:15 p.m.
Friday, August 5, 12:45 - 2:15 p.m.
Wizarding World of Animals: You’re a lizard, Larry! Let's explore the zoo to find out which muggle
counterparts inspired the unique animals found in the world of wizards.
Wednesday, June 8, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Friday, July 22, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Friday, August 5, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Junior Zookeeper: Ever wonder what it's like to take care of monkeys, otters
and a 500 pound tortoise? Now you can in this
special class!
Friday June 24, 12:45 - 2:15 p.m.
Thursday, July 7, 12:45 - 2:15 p.m.
Saturday, July 23, 12:45 - 2:15 p.m.
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Call of the Wild: Did you hear that? What made that noise? Let's find out why animals make sounds
and why it’s so important.
Friday June 24, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 7, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 23, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Zoo Explorers Classes: Ages 11-13 ($20 for TPZS members,
$25 for nonmembers)
Explore the wonderful world of animals in depth and challenge
your understanding of biology. Students must be in 6th grade or
older
CSI: Zoo: There has been a terrible crime committed;
someone stole my lunch! It’s up to you to find out whodunit.
Thursday, June 9, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 20, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 6, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The Hungry Games: Everybody’s somebody’s lunch; where do you fit in?
Thursday, June 9, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday July 20, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 6, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Family Programs
Family Classes ($30 per class per family up to 5 people, each additional person $10 each. Must also pay
zoo admission) Make your zoo visit even more special with classes the whole family will enjoy. Classes are
held in conjunction with zoo special events. Class sizes are a maximum of 15 individuals.
Endangered Species Day: There are many amazing animals out
there, but some are starting to disappear. Learn what the zoo is doing
to save animals and what you and your family can do to help.
Saturday, May 21, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
World Oceans Day: The world’s oceans are amazing, complex places much of which is yet to be explored. Let’s see
what we can find here and help your kids love the environment.
Saturday, June 25, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
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Behind the Scenes Tours ($15 per person for TPZS members, $20 per person for nonmembers. Nonmembers must also pay zoo admission.) This 1.5 hour, staff-led trek takes participants to the zoo’s commissary
where they will see how to feed 400 hungry mouths on a daily basis! Guests will also visit two off-exhibit areas
and the animals that live there. Pre-registration is
required for this program and must be received no
later than three days before the program date. Kids
under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult (3
and under are free). Do you have a big group?
Schedule your private backstage tour today!
June 4
1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
July 22
4:30--6:00 p.m.
August 27
1:00-2:30 p.m.
September 17 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Weeklong Zoo Camps
Experience the zoo animals up-close while spending each day of camp learning through activities, crafts, and animal interactions. Registration
must be received at least 3 days before camp starts. Camps run Monday-Friday.
Ages 7-9 years ($70.00 for members / $85.00 for nonmembers)
Super Scientist: What’s a person got to do around here to study animals for a living?
Come do science with us and learn what it's like to be a life scientist.
June 13-17, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
July 25-29, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
August 8-12, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Everybody’s Somebody’s Lunch: What do you like to eat? Plants, animals or
both? Find out why it’s a dog eat dog world and why the food chain is so important for earth.
June 13-17, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
July 25 - 29, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
August 8 - 12, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Ages 10-13 years ($115.00 for members / $140.00 for nonmembers)
Keeper Kamp: Is working at a zoo as cool as it seems? YOU BET! Come and help the zoo’s team take
care of the animals and explore the career paths available to you in zoos around the globe!
June 27 - July 1, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
July 11 - 15, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
August 15 -19, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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NEW! Fitness at the ZOO
Have fun while you work out in a unique setting at these new fitness classes!
Note: classes are dependent on weather and instructor availability
**See below for special class opportunities for your children while you do yoga or Zumba!**
Yoga on the Green ($5 per class for members / $10.00 each for nonmembers. Includes one participant’s
zoo entry fee)
You won’t find a more zen-like place than the zoo early in the morning. Let
the sounds of nature surround you as you enjoy a weekly 45-minute yoga
experience led by certified yoga instructor, Brenda. Class size is limited so
please preregister. Participants should bring a yoga mat and strap (block is
optional). Participants must be ages 13 and over. Ages 13-17 must be accompanied by an adult. Taught by Brenda Stewart. *NOTE: Your payment includes
zoo admission!
Dates: Every Tuesday from June 14-August 30
Time: 9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
Zumba at the Zoo ($5 per class for members / $10.00 each for nonmembers. Includes one participant’s zoo entry fee)
Come on and let them see you shake your tail feathers Zumba-style! Dance to the beat during this one-hour
Zumba experience led by certified Zumba instructor, Ashley. Class size is limited so please preregister. Participants must be ages 13 and over. Ages 13-17 must be accompanied by an adult. Taught by Ashley Curry.
*NOTE: Your payment includes zoo admission! Pease plan to arrive early and enjoy the zoo BEFORE class
time. Zoo will close immediately after class ends.
Dates: June 9 and July 21
Time: 6:00-6:45 p.m.
Wild about POUND ($5 per class for members / $10.00 each for nonmembers. Includes one participant’s
zoo entry fee)
What do you get when you combine cardio, pilates, and drumming? POUND, baby! Experience the area’s newest fitness sensation in the wild and crazy setting of the zoo this summer. Bring your yoga mat and the instructor
will provide the drumsticks. Taught by Ashley Curry. *NOTE: Your payment includes zoo admission!
Dates: June 25 and July 16
Time: 9:30-10:15 a.m.
SPECIAL OFFER! Parents, drop off the kids (ages 2-10) to enjoy a
fun 45-minute activity while you take one of our new fitness classes.
Children must be potty-trained and must be picked up immediately
after exercise class.
Cost: $5 per child per program, in addition to zoo admission
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The Animal Challenge
NEW! Educator/Adult Classes
Why should kids have all the fun at the zoo? Our adults-only classes are especially for those 18 and over who are
still kids at heart and love the zoo! Classes are designed to help teachers learn basic biological concepts and explore fun activities to take back to the classroom. Register to participate
in these classes at http://tinyurl.com/ol9842y.
If I Ran the Zoo ($75 for the class / $60 for 1 continuing education credit)
What would you do if you ran the zoo? How do you care and feed over 300 animals? Explore the inner workings
of “the best little zoo in the west” as we look at zoo careers (become a zookeeper for a day), animal care, administration and more.
Dates: June 21 and June 22
Time: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. each day
Thank you!
Exotics in Idaho ($75 for the class / $60 for 1 continuing education credit)
We’ll investigate the characteristics of animals that live at Idaho Falls Zoo and compare them with animals native to Idaho. Learn about animal characteristics, biological classification, species management and zoo collections while you explore the zoo in depth.
Dates: August 2 AND August 3
Time: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. each day
ZOO VOLUNTEERS
Sydney Adams
Sheryl Ashment
Wilson Ashton
Maureen Bainbridge
Dylan Barfuss
Ayla Bollschweiler
JoAnn Bodell
Braxton Bossuyt
Molly Brinkerhoff
Bryan Bybee
Nancy Caldwell
Virginia Casper
Sally Chambers
Bobbe Crapo
Sharyn Curtis
Renee DeArmond
Aimee Dyer
Melanie Edwards
Rick Ferrel
Holly Frazier
Stephanie Geraughty
Lydia Graham
Deanna Green
Ashley Hayes
Nancy Henry
Kenzie Hess
Mary Holmes
Joy Hubble
Brianne Jenkins
Tyler Jensen
Jillian Johnson
Nancy Jones
Paulette Kirsch
Dawn Langston
Holly Legacy
Jan Litteneker
Jan Lowry
Thomas Luther
Renee Magee
Juan Martinez
Gerald Maskarinec
Tess Maxwell
Jane McLaughlin
Joann Mines
DiAnn Muehlfeit
KC Nebeker
Robert Nitschke
Anna Norgrant
Collett Olson
Ken Olson
Michael Pennock
Teresa Perkins
Stephanie Pewtress
Samuel Pole
Joyce Pole
Michael Potter
Kayden Reader
Laurel Redd
Ron Saunders
Cassandra Scarborough
Kimberly Schreiner
Philip Schwab
Janet Taylor
Jo Thomas
Anthony Weleski
Alison Wells
Daniel Whaley
Effie Wildman
Aerin Wright
Kirsten Young
Rachel Zaladonis
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Zookeeper Spotlight
Name: Dallas LaDucer
Age: 33
Idaho Falls Zoo Keeper Duties: I work mostly with the large animals like the animals in Asia and African
mammals.
How long have you worked as a zookeeper? 14 years
What other zoos have you worked at? Northwest Trek in Eatonville, Washington, Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle, WA, and various other animal breeding facilities.
What is your education background? I have double Bachelor’s degrees in Evolutionary Biology and
Animal Behavior.
What is your favorite animal that you have
worked with? WOLVERINES!!
What is the weirdest/funniest thing that one of
your animals has done? At a different zoo, we had
the due date wrong for our lion. She gave birth on
exhibit and hid the cubs in the bushes. She successfully hid them without the zookeepers knowing for a
couple days.
Which animal’s scat is the worst to clean up?
Definitely, Otters.
Any animals you would like to work with in the
future? I’d like to work with wolverines again. Also, Takin and Polar bears.
Any advice for someone that wants to be a zookeeper? Get a lot of experience at a lot of different facilities.
Right: Takin, which are also
called cattle chamois or gnu
goats, are found in the eastern
Himalayas. The takin is the national animal of Bhutan! Below: Wolverines are native to
the northern latitudes of
Europe, Asia, and North America.
Above: An otter. Did you
know wolverines are in the
same family as otters? Even
though wolverines look like
bears, they are actually the
largest members of the weasel family.
You can help our zoo grow and improve!
The Tautphaus Park Zoological Society established a fund at the ICF in January 2014 to raise the funds needed
to construct a new entry and education building at the zoo. The entry will feature an education center and a larger gift shop as well as expanded entry site. The funds will be invested and managed by the ICF, so your contribution will grow over the next several years. Gifts are tax deductible; you will receive a paper receipt from
ICF. Please print the information below:
NAME__________________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS_______________________________________________________________________________
CITY __________________________________________ STATE__________________________________
ZIP CODE ______________________________ PHONE ________________________________________
ENCLOSED IS MY CHECK IN THE AMOUNT
OF $_________________________________
MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO THE
TAUTPHAUS PARK ZOO SOCIETY FUND
MAIL YOUR CHECK AND THIS FORM TO:
IDAHO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
C/O TAUTPHAUS PARK ZOO SOCIETY
490 MEMORIAL DRIVE
IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO
83405
Thank you!
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A Publication of the Tautphaus Park Zoological Society
P.O. Box 51794
Idaho Falls, ID 83405
Contact us!
Education classes: (208) 612-8418
Membership: (208) 612-8421
Fax: (208) 612-8779
We’re on the web . . .
www.idahofallszoo.org
www.tpzs.info
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