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Zoo To Do - Dallas

It’s the 20th year for Zoo To Do, the Zoo’s major fundraising gala. Adult guests will enjoy delicious dining hosted by Dallas’s finest restaurants and chefs, live entertainment with dancing under the stars, and exciting Live and Silent Auctions, all to benefit a great cause.

This Year's Theme: Zoo To Do Goes Hollywood

For more information, visit DallasZooToDo.com.

For sponsorship and ticket information as well as auction donations,
please contact Jennifer Henshaw at jennifer.henshaw@dallaszoo.com or 469.554.7441.

Running for Rhinos & Healthy You at the Zoo - Dallas

Charge through the Zoo on a 5K race and raise money for rhino conservation. Registration is required.

On Saturday, October 22, 2011, the Dallas Zoo will hold its first annual Running for Rhinos 5K & 1K fun run.  The 5K will start at the entrance of the zoo at 8:15am and conclude at the finish line by cat green in the north area.  The 1K family fun run will start at 8am inside the zoo and remain inside the zoo for its course.  At the conclusion of the races, families, friends, and spectators will be given the chance to celebrate their accomplishments with a party and awards ceremony.  Participants will also be given access to the zoo to enjoy rest of the day.

For more information, please contact Robyn Evans at robyn.evans@dallaszoo.com.

Continue the fun after the race with Radio Disney's "Healthy You at the Zoo" event (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) featuring fun, family-friendly activites that emphasize healthy living.

Kingfishers - Ft Worth

There is a reason this bird is called a kingfisher. Come and learn about this bird that see why they can boast about being a king among birds that fish. We will visit the Big River parking lot and June Stacy Memorial Bird Blind to see if we can see the Belted Kingfisher in action. FREE (with paid admission).

Current Admission fees:

$5 Adults (13-64)
$2 Children (3-12;under 3 FREE)
$3 Seniors (65+)
$1 Discount per person (with Military ID)

"A Simpler Time" Children's Nature Event - Ft Worth

Join local author Laura Eckroat as she takes children back to a simpler time. She will read her book A Simpler Time and talk with children about the beauty of nature and how to use nature in writing stories and drawing pictures. She will take children on a short hike around the Nature Center and they will collect leaves, sticks and other items on the hike to begin a Science Nature Journal. Program is geared for children 5 - 10 years old. Pre-registration required FREE (with paid admission).

Current Admission fees:

$5 Adults (13-64)
$2 Children (3-12;under 3 FREE)
$3 Seniors (65+)
$1 Discount per person (with Military ID)

"The Trinity River, A Legacy of Life" - Ft Worth

Come and learn some cultural and natural history of our local Trinity River. We will explore the facts, myths, legends and colorful history of the often overlooked waterway that is the reason for the existence of the DFW Metroplex. FREE (with paid admission).

Current Admission fees:

$5 Adults (13-64)
$2 Children (3-12;under 3 FREE)
$3 Seniors (65+)
$1 Discount per person (with Military ID)

Full Moon Paddle - Ft Worth

Come and join us for a different type of Canoe Tour in the evening hours. This program will present new opportunities like hearing beavers slap the water with their tails and seeing other wildlife, like deer and raccoons. Canoes, paddles and lifejackets are provided.

Children must be 5 years or older. Parents must sign a liability waiver for minor children. Some previous experience recommended.

Registration ends Tuesday preceding or when filled. Maximum - 12 participants. Meet at Back Gate. Pre-registration required. $20 (includes admission)/MEMBERS $15.

Birding in the Park - Ft Worth

Birding in the Park at Foster Park in Fort Worth - First Saturday of each month September - April

Where: Foster Park on Trail Lake Drive 1 mile north of I-20 in Fort Worth

When: The first Saturday of every month (September - April) 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Leader: Jean Ferguson

Description: This is a great field trip for beginner birders. Binoculars will be available if needed. Easy walking. Please come prepared for current weather conditions.
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Mary Lee Johnson
VP-Field Trips
birder76051@yahoo.com
817-909-4207