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San Diego Zoo Wild Times, September 2014

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September 21

"Prowl with the Predators" Dinner at the Park

Through September 1

San Diego Zoo Food & Wine Celebration presented by Cymer

October 1-31

Kids Free presented by Mission Fed, at the Zoo and Park

October 4

Oktoberfest at Albert's Restaurant at the Zoo

October 19

Oktoberfest at the Park

"Ears" Lookin' at You, Kit!

Listen up: there's a three-month-old fennec fox on exhibit in the Children's Zoo's Nursery, and this big-eared little boy packs a whole lot of cute into his 1.5-pound body! As he grows, the youngster will somewhat grow into his characteristic large ears, but they will always be proportionally pronounced, as they are physical adaptations for the species' life in the African desert—they can hear underground prey, and the ears help dissipate heat. The as-yet-unnamed kit is charming Zoo visitors as he practices his stalking and pouncing skills on toy mice.

Video: Watch the frolicking fox

A Speedy Recovery

Ruuxa, the Safari Park's cheetah cub ambassador-in-training, is on the fast track to health following surgery to correct a growth abnormality in his front legs. His puppy pal, Raina the Rhodesian ridgeback, kept a close eye on Ruuxa's recuperation and is aiding in his rehab by accompanying him on therapeutic walks. Everything's better with a friend!

Read more about the dynamic duo in the September issue of ZOONOOZ (page 12)

Win a $500 Shopping Spree at Our Gift Shop!

How wild would you go during a $500 shopping spree at the Zoo or Safari Park gift shop? Would you pack your car with plush animals or drape yourself in our designs? You might find out—if you're the winner of our $500 shopping spree for San Diego Zoo Global members! Show your membership card during visits to our gift shops through September 30 and be entered to win in this month's drawing!

Member Shopping Spree details

When In Drought—Save Every Drop!

"A drop in the bucket" can add up to a lot! San Diego County is in a Drought Alert condition with mandatory water-use restrictions, and San Diego Zoo Global is coordinating with the San Diego County Water Authority on a new regional campaign to help encourage residents and businesses to conserve this precious resource. The campaign, "When In Drought: Save every day, every way," offers ideas to help keep tabs on your tap—and other water-use habits to watch.

What to Do "When In Drought"

"Prowl With The Predators" Dinner at the Safari Park

So you think you're at the top of the food chain? Tell that to the guests of honor at the Safari Park's special "Prowl With The Predators" dinner event on Sunday, September 21, starting at 5:30 p.m. Following a reception with no-host bar, you'll savor a three-course gourmet dinner specially prepared by our Safari Park chefs. Throughout the evening, animal ambassadors will make appearances, and you can discover more about them. Don't miss out—they would love to have you for dinner!

Prowl with the Predators Dinner at the Park

Shop for a Cause at San Diego Zoo's World Wild Market

Visit San Diego Zoo's World Wide Market and treat yourself to some of the wildest travel, leisure, entertainment, and sport offers available. Original artwork from San Diego Zoo's own animal talent will also be available, and all proceeds will benefit San Diego Zoo Global Wildlife Conservancy. Go shopping and make a global impact!

Shop for a Cause

San Diego Zoo Food & Wine Celebration

Samplings from more than 150 food and wine vendors will be yours for the tasting at the San Diego Zoo Food & Wine Celebration, Saturday, September 27 at the Zoo from 6 p.m. to midnight. General and Early Admission tickets are available. As you enjoy the scrumptious offerings, you can dance to live music, meet animal ambassadors, and bid on your favorite items in the silent auction. Your exciting evening will help support the San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research.

San Diego Zoo Food & Wine Celebration

Three Ways to Enjoy Digital ZOONOOZ

San Diego Zoo Global's magazine, ZOONOOZ, is available in a digital format that can be accessed three ways. The September issue, touting the Zoo's terrific turacos and our lovable cheetah and puppy duo, is available for download on an iPad through iTunes, and on the Kindle Fire. If you don't have a tablet, you can visit the Zoo's website and enjoy the issue through a version that can be viewed on a desktop computer, Apple or Android tablet, or smartphone.

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ZOONOOZ Web Reader

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Stop into any San Diego SUBWAY® restaurant this month to score an admission offer to the Zoo or Park with purchase of a 30-oz Coca-Cola beverage!

 

Mission Fed Presents
Kids Free Days

Mission Fed is delighted to be Presenting Sponsor of Kids Free Days in October. Stop by any Mission Fed branch to learn more. All San Diegans are welcome.

Check it out!

Our friends at Checks In The Mail are proud to offer zoo-themed check designs including: Kat Kraze, Zoo Babies, Pandas, and Tropical Birds.

 

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Our experienced and knowledgeable staff is here to ensure your company's holiday celebration will be a roaring success! Don't delay as dates are filling up fast!

 

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