Spring/Summer 2017

Deanna and Reese with family

and friends get their special day at the Zoo.
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 ECZS BOARD OF DIRECTORS From the Cover
Dear Zoo Friends, Cole Oliver - President

The Zoos biggest construction Clayton Archey Elaina Garvin William W. Moore An Amazing
project in nearly a decade is
almost complete. On Memorial
Jessica Assam
Jackie Barker
Toni George
Beth Gitlin
Cole Oliver
Taylor Pancake Adventure
Day Weekend, Lands of Change: Laura Bomalaski Mark Huey Kent Smith
Australia and Beyond will open its Kim Brown Dana Kilborne Mary Smith
What do you want Our guests enjoyed
gates, revealing a beautiful Komodo to be when you grow lunch at the Flamingo
Michael Cerow Michelle Masline Mary Ann Sperando
dragon exhibit, walk-through up? Dziem Hoang, Caf and reflected
Darlene Evens-Borinski Heather McDonough Barbara Wall Scanlon
kangaroo yard, expanded aviaries individual giving on the amazing
Leasha Flammio-Watson Scott Miller William Glenn Young
and a new outdoor theater. manager, asked experience they just
Chock-full of unforgettable animal Deanna and had. The second half
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Reese Wirth. of the day began with
experiences, its sure to be cherished by you and
your family for years to come.
Keith Winsten - Executive Director a thrilling animal encounter
Jon Brangan - Deputy Director Everything! in La Selva, where the
Lands of Change will also tell an important story. For tens of millions of Frank Fieseler - Chief Operating/Financial Officer
replied Deanna. group was greeted by
years, that part of the world has been subject to serious geologic change Andrew Batten - Director of Risk Management
But more than Corduroy the tamandua,
as a number of the earths plates meet there. Now a new kind of change is anything I want Abner the giant anteater
Sharon Connelly - Director of Operations
effecting the land down underrampant change in the form of a rapidly to do something and Dustin the sloth.
Karen Davis - Director of Development
shifting global climate is affecting the future of this regions wildlife. Because with animals. They then meandered
Chris DeLorey - Director of Education
of extended drought and fires in the bush, many species now prefer to call to the public side of
Andrea Hill - Director of Marketing & Communications It was a Saturday
the Australian suburbs home. And as sea level rises, other species simply have Expedition Africa to
Christopher Martin - Director of Human Resources afternoon in July and
no options left. According to Australian researchers, just last June, we lost the meet the meerkats, feed
Kathleen Nichols - Director of Volunteer Programs 13-year-old Deanna
first species of mammal to human-caused climate change; a species of rodent the zebras and touch
Jody Palmer - Director of Conservation Programs and 10-year-old
called the Bramble Cay melomys went extinct when its tiny island home on the rhinos.
Reese were recipients of a wonderful and rare experience
the Great Barrier Reef was washed over by rising high tides. Lands of Change Cheri Purnell - Director of Membership & First Impressions
that can only be offered once a yearto be a veterinarian The group returned behind the scenes to join dingos
tells us what we can do as a community to lessen our contributions to global Michelle Smurl - Director of Animal Programs
climate change from our Florida homes. I know you will enjoy exploring this and animal keeper at the Zoo for one day, plus a VIP Sydney and Victoria for a play session. The day ended with
Dan Wright - Director of Facilities
wonderful addition to the Zoo, and I hope you walk away with a greater behind-the-scenes adventure for the entire family. Longtime
Trevor Zachariah, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACZM
knowledge of what is arguably the most pressing issue of all time. - Director of Veterinary Programs
member and Zoo supporter Nani Golden purchased this Reese I had so much fun.
once-in-a-lifetime experience for her close friends, the Wirth
This Zoo is the best. So awesome!
See you at the Zoo! family, during a live auction at last Aprils Safari Under the
How to reach us: Stars fundraiser.
Keith Winsten, Executive Director
321-254-9453 a special visit to the kangaroo yard, where they met the
General Zoo Information ......................ext. 220 Deanna and Reese were accompanied by their parents,
Zoos youngest joeys and fed several of the charismatic
Membership ...............................................ext. 231 Dave and Sharon, as well as their friends, Nani Golden and marsupials with bottles.
Education ...................................................ext. 219 Chris Johnson. Their journey began in the early morning
Thank you to our Corporate Partners If this experience is
Volunteer Opportunities ........................ext. 440 as they donned their sky-blue veterinary scrubs. The group
something your family
8225 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32940 was led to the Harris Animal Care Center where on-call
or friends would enjoy,
BrevardZoo.org youre in luck! A similar
Deanna This was the best Zoo experience experience will be offered
I have ever had. The keepers were amazing! as one of this years Safari
Wildlife Conservation through Under the Stars auction
Education and Participation veterinarian Dr. Jacqueline Serio greeted the children and items. Register and bid at
allowed them to watch and assist with a routine checkup brevardzoo.org/susauction.
brevardzoo.org/susauction
Brevard Zoo is funded in part by the State
on resident bearded dragon Elliot.
of Florida, Department of State, Division
of Cultural Affairs, The Florida Arts Deanna and Reese then walked next door to Brevard Zoos
Council and by the Brevard County Board Sea Turtle Healing Center to meet coordinator Melanie
of County Commissioners and Brevard
Stadler, who showed them how Zoo staff and volunteers
County Tourist Development Council.
care for, treat and rehabilitate sick and injured sea turtles.
Next, the children headed towards the large Africa barn to
see where the Zoos giraffe and rhinos spend the night. They
switched into their keeper uniforms and helped staff gather
SELECT PHOTOS COURTESY OF
BREVARD ZOO STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS.
branches, pour food in troughs and target train Rafiki. After
their work was complete, the entire group was treated to an
Printed on 100% Recycled Paper
in-depth tour of the state-of-the-art facility.
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 Each year, on the last Saturday in April, we hold our most
important fundraiser of the yearSafari Under the Stars. On
EVENTS
this important night, our communitys most generous members
have year after year come together to celebrate this institutions
extraordinary impacts and have committed dollars to ensuring
continuation of its essential role in
sustaining the quality of life for all who
call Brevard County home. Presented and
Made Possible by the
This year, Safari Under the Stars
Zoos Corporate Partners
will showcase the magnificent
achievements of 2016 and, with the
participation of three exceptional celebrities who are uniquely
Join us for a celebration of the planet we
all call home! Well be celebrating Earth
aligned with our missions, share the benefits these milestones assure for our entire community.
Day throughout the Zoo with hands-on
conservation projects and science activities.
Special guest Bindi Irwin, the Safari Under the Stars will Come learn about an eco-friendly lifestyle
daughter of the late Steve also mark the opening of that will benefit you and the Earth. Included Saturday
Crocodile Hunter Irwin, will help our new educational and with Zoo admission. April 22, 10 AM-3 PM
herald the upcoming opening recreational venue known
of Lands of Change: Australia as The Exceptional Nature
and Beyond. Bindis celebrity Space. Bill Klein and Dr.
status has given her a wonderful Jennifer Arnold,, stars of TLCs The Little Couple, 3B Dinosaurs:
platform to share her message will be our special guests for this exciting unveiling as we BACK, BIGGER & BADDER!
of conservation and wildlife confirm the Zoos ongoing commitment to inclusiveness
preservation. and accessibility for all children visiting the Zoo.
Dinosaurs in 2017? Its true! We will once again display
some of the worlds most advanced animatronic dinosaurs
2017 SIGNATURE SPONSORS from mid-November 2017 through April 2018.
Need Not Be
Present to Win!
Visit our online auction where
you can purchase extraordinary
items and experiences prior to
and throughout the night of Safari Under
Stars without having to attend the event. Register and begin
bidding today at brevardzoo.org/susauction.

Win a Trip to Dallas!

Tickets for our Grand Raffle are now
on sale! Only 700 tickets available
to win an incredible four day, three
night stay for four which includes VIP
experiences at both the Dallas and
Fort Worth Zoos plus $2,000 in cash. Melbourne
Buy today at brevardzoo.org/raffle. Terrace
Visitors will be able to meet the 16 animatronic and six static
REHABILITATION CENTER

dinosaurs, interact with two puppet dinosaurs, dig in the fossil pit,
We welcome the participation of our entire see and touch real fossils, speak with the paleo prep team as they
work on real dinosaur bones and possibly even help prep the
community, both individuals and businesses, in achieving
bones themselves.
the important outcomes in which we can all rejoice.
Come learn which animals we see today are related to these
For information, please contact Chris Stagman at historic creatures of the past. Dont miss the adventure coming
321-254-9453 x485 or at cstagman@brevardzoo.org. to the Zoo this fall for a limited time only!
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 LANDS OF CHANGE
After much anticipation and
excitement from guests
and staff alike, Lands
of Change: Australia
and Beyond
will open to
the public on
Memorial Day
weekend! This area
will feature most of
the species that resided
in the previous Australasia
loop with some exciting
new additions. Guests can look
forward to the return of our
unique and successful wrinkled
hornbill breeding pair in a
new space, a thrilling Komodo
dragon and green tree python
exhibit, two brand-new walk-
through aviaries and a
walk-through kangaroo
yard, where youll have
the chance to feed these
charismatic marsupials.
Additionally, the Visayan
warty pig family will be
able to show off their
piglets, there will be a new
breeding pair of cassowaries and a 100-seat theater where
guests can relax in the shade and enjoy animal encounters.
With this extensive renovation, Zoo guests will experience
and learn about many critical species that inhabit Australia,
Asia and surrounding regions, while being immersed in
Kangaroo Joey
On January 23, the Australasia keepers found a small,
hairless joey on the floor of the barn during their morning
routine check. A severe storm rolled through overnight
and one of the female red kangaroos must have become
stressed and tossed her joey. Kangaroos in the wild and
in human care are known to toss their young when they
feel threatened or stressed. Animal staff attempted multiple
times to reintroduce the small marsupial to its mothers
pouch with no success. The joey was rushed over to our
hospital and placed in a soft artificial pouch and then in an
incubator. It was vital to get the joeys temperature up and
try to mimic the conditions of her mothers pouch.
It was determined that the joey was approximately five
months old and a girl! After a few hours of warming up
we were successful getting her to drink and her body was
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a rustic, naturalistic type
setting. These exhibits were
designed both for guest
experience and also for our
Animal Department team
to better manage these
important captive species.
New to Lands of Change
will be Komodo dragons
and green tree pythons.
Elsa and Anna, our
Komodo dragons have
been hanging out in a
large holding area getting
to know their keepers
and vice versa. Komodo
dragons are found on several
Indonesian islands, where they
use their strong neck muscles
to take down large prey like
deer and wild boars. Because it
is important for these muscles
to be used, keepers have crafted special feeders and
enrichments that encourage the dragons to pull on their
prey as they would in the wild. Adults can weigh up to
350 pounds and grow to over nine feet in length! Elsa
and Anna are each currently around 10 pounds and
approximately 3.5 feet long. Green tree pythons are
slender-bodied snakes native to Indonesia, New Guinea
and Australia, spending most of their time up in trees
in what is referred to as a saddle position. Their diet
consists of small animals such as rodents and reptiles. To
hunt, they saddle with their heads pointed towards the
ground and strike at their prey as it wanders by. They
can lay up to 25 eggs per clutch, which are incubated
and protected by the female.
covered in lanolin to mimic
the moisture that would be in her moms
pouch. From then on she has had around the clock care
and bottle fed every four hours.
Currently the animal staff is carrying her around in an
artificial pouch to imitate the movement and closeness
of her moms pouch. She turned six months old in March
and is now fully covered in fine grey fur. Soon she will be
confidently hopping around outside of the pouch. When
she is old enough, she will be introduced back into the
Lands of Change mob.
AN I MAL U P DATE
Chilean Flamingos
This past Presidents Day weekend, we took some important steps to become
more involved and invested in the Chilean flamingo Species Survival Plan
(breeding program) by welcoming 40 new individuals and building a larger
night holding area. While our current flamboyance of 11 flamingos has
maintained a healthy lifestyle, these changes will allow them to thrive in a
more natural manner for their species. Chilean flamingos can live in large
flocks and flourish when a couple of flocks come together to form a colony. These
colonies prefer to stay huddled together in shallow water and muddy terrain. The new holding area is designed to
contain mud, which they use for building their nests. The flamingos have access to the space throughout the day and are
locked in at night for protection from predators; this way, they can safely stay with
their nests at all times. Only a few accredited zoos have successful Chilean flamingo
breeding programs, so were excited to hopefully contribute to the sustainability of the
captive population while enhancing the wellness of our own birds.
Scimitar-horned Oryx Birth, Oryx dammah
The scimitar-horned oryx herd grew by one when Danika gave birth to a calf on
February 3. The keepers noticed that she appeared to be in labor early that morning
and were able to watch the birth, which happened quickly with the calf up and
nursing right away. Most of the other oryx seemed surprised and a little spooked by
the sudden addition. A neonatal exam was done on the calf a couple of days later
to ensure its health and identify the sex. Its a boy!
Scimitar-horned oryx are extinct in the wild, but re-introduction efforts have been in the works for several years. Recently,
a herd of more than 20 oryx was released in the West African country of Chad. They were fitted with a GPS collar so that
they could be tracked. After spending time in a fenced area to acclimate to the environment, they were released into the
wild for good and tracked by field researchers. At least one calf has already been born!
ANIMAL WELLNESS
WELLNESS:
Looking Back and Looking Forward
We continually strive to provide carcass. The hair, skin and bone of the carcass stimulate
the best care for our animals natural behaviors which cannot be expressed while
to ensure they are not just feeding on pre-cut or ground meat.
surviving but thriving. In the
past year, we accomplished Another big accomplishment came in the form of the
many things on our quest to jaguar habitat expansion, which provides more space for
provide exceptional animal the jaguars to share as we continue to breed this imperiled
wellness, ranging from species. The new area includes an overhead tunnel that
new shade and climbing gives the cats the chance to see the world from a new
structures in our siamang vantage point as well as a training wall where guests can
habitat to decreasing sugar in our primate diets. get a close look at how we train the jaguars to participate
in their health care.
One of our most significant achievements was the
creation of a carcass feeding program. Many of our A similar accomplishment occurred on a smaller scale
carnivores, including jaguars, vultures and dingos, are behind the scenes, where new night holding areas were
now given the opportunity to eat pieces of a whole constructed for all of the Zoos birds of prey. These
A N I M A L U P DAT E Cont.
C ON S E RVAT ION
with food. Previous research
indicates that apes like
Perdido Pups
orangutans and gorillas can
make these distinctions, Work continues with the Perdido Key beach mouse captive breeding program and the
but lemurs are not as Zoo family has grown again! Two pups, George Washington and Martha, were born to
well studied. Dr. Proctors parents Hillary and Donald in early January.
research could provide The mice at the Zoo are part of a conservation project that aims to maintain healthy
us with new information captive populations of these endangered mice insuring against extinction. Many of the
about these fascinating 235 pups born at the Zoo have been reintroduced to Perdido Key, where they help
structures, called mews, are significantly primates. to protect the coastline by dispersing seeds that grow into plants that stabilize the
larger than our previous mews and feature a clear roof, dunes. Thank you to our partners at Palm Beach Zoo, Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo,
In addition to Matilda, Dr.
large windows, lots of options for perching and natural University of Florida, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and U.S. Fish
Proctor and her students
substrate on the bottom. and Wildlife Service for your support!
study the Zoos spider
In 2016, the Zoo added a brand-new position: Animal monkeys and jaguars. This year, they will expand the
Behavior and Wellness Coordinator. A significant animals they observe to include cheetahs and our flamingo
flock.
component of this position is the assessment of animal
wellness throughout the Zoo,
Wildlife Conservation Camp
Looking forward, our animal
implementation of improvements
wellness goals for this year
Emergency We are seeking those in grades 7
and evaluation of the results. This
include the addition of more Fund to 9 who are looking for a funtastic
process helps us meet our goal summer opportunity to get
of using science to inform the
keeper-driven focus groups Update involved in conservation! Sign up
to generate ideas that could
animal care decisions we make. for our Conservation Action Camp!
improve the wellness of
Data is gathered in many ways,
turtles, tortoises, bats and
Brevard Zoos June 59 or July
including behavioral observations, Wildlife Emergency 1014 from 8 a.m.
other animals. We also
focus groups, environmental Fund is a small grant to 4 p.m.
hope to increase the
assessments and through program that provides
number of voluntary Monitor threatened
programs like WelfareTrak, an emergency financial
medical behaviors our Florida scrub-jays,
online behavior monitoring tool support to conservation
animals choose to make and deploy
that allows us to easily identify trends organizations
participate in, including seed bombs to help
in an individuals wellbeing. responding to
diagnostic tools such as pollinators, pot
natural or man-made
You may have noticed lately that the ultrasounds and blood mangroves and make
catastrophes. This
macaws are sometimes found on pressure readings. This oyster mats to help
award is funded
different perches than usual. This reduces stress and the the Indian River Lagoon! Conservation
entirely by the sale of volunteer-made buttons; more than
change of scenery gives them new need for anesthesia, camp directly benefits wildlife$40 of your
60 varieties of buttons, each featuring a Zoo animal, are
sights and sounds to experience and provides great mental stimulation for registration fee goes directly to a wildlife
sold throughout the Zoo for one dollar each. Recently
new perching to explore. Thanks the animals and strengthens the relationships between our conservation project selected
the Wildlife Emergency Fund helped two very deserving
in large part to a focus group keepers and the animals in their care. by the camper.
recipientsSpectacled Bear Conservation Society Peru and
that brainstormed changes
We strive to share what we learn here with others to Save Vietnams Wildlife. Spectacled Bear Conservation
we could make to their
improve animal wellness in our community and the Society Peru was fighting wildfires that burned more than
husbandry, the macaws also
world. Last year, several animal care staff presented at 50,000 acres of Andean bear and mountain tapir habitat. THANK YOU TO
enjoyed makeovers of their
conferences on a variety of topics, including how to work The grant money is being used to purchase supplies,
exhibit perching to provide
with shy animals and the ability of diamondback terrapins transport villagers and employ educators to prevent ROCKWELL COLLINS
more complex environments
to distinguish colors. This year, animal care staff will again future wildfires caused by humans. In early December, 70
and new social groupings to We now have water refill
be publishing papers and presenting at several conferences critically endangered Sunda pangolins were rescued by
increase interaction. stations at the water fountains
for various organizations, including the Association of Save Vietnams Wildlife. The pangolins were trapped in
Dr. Darby Proctor of Florida Zoos and Aquariums, the International Association of Laos en route to be sold in China for their meat, skin and near the gift shop and caf!
Institute of Technology Avian Trainers and Educators and the Animal Behavior scales. Each was bound tightly in a small net and force-fed, We encourage you to bring
continues her partnership Management Alliance. We are also in the process of resulting in stomach problems and, for a few, the loss of
with us. She has been working developing workshops for our community on how to legs or claws. The grant money is being used to rehabilitate
your reusable water bottle to
with a ring-tailed lemur named Matilda to see if lemurs can increase the wellness of the animals in your life using the and, hopefully, release the animals. Each organization help reduce the use of single
learn to discriminate between symbols when rewarded same tools and methods as the Zoo. received $2,000. serve plastic bottles!
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We are
RESTORE OUR SHORES
We began in 2014 focused on the mission of
restoring the health of the Indian River Lagoon, specifically by focusing on
one of its most critical biological componentsoysters. As Brevard Oyster Restoration, we hosted oyster mat
making workshops, deployed the mats in the lagoon and educated our community about the importance of protecting
our waters. We know that the future of our Lagoon and its adjacent waterways requires a cohesive ecosystem, a living
shoreline where marine and plant life sustainably support each other. As Restore Our Shores (ROS), this is our commitment.
As of January 1, we adopted this new name to exemplify that like the Lagoon, our mission of restoring the lagoon is
multifaceted. In our new projects, you can continue volunteering as an oyster gardener and oyster mat-maker, and you will STHC Outreach Team
have new opportunities to participate in our mangrove restoration, living shoreline and seagrass restoration projects.
We are proud to share the launch of the Sea Turtle Healing Center Educational Outreach Team!
APRIL: We are currently in the process of renovating our new website, to be
launched this month.
Since the Sea Center at a booth
MAY: February 22 marked our first Adopt-A Mangrove workshop of the year, our Turtle Healing loaded with
next workshop will be on May 17. Center is not informational
currently open posters,
to the public, educational
Living Shorelines Demonstration Site our staff and games, examples
volunteers have of hooks, fishing
Last summer, our staff and volunteers began construction on a one-eighth- been talking line and plastics
mile Living Shoreline Demonstration Site in our community. The term living about ways to that are often
shoreline refers to the use of salt marsh grasses, oyster reefs, mangroves get information found in our
and other natural features to control erosion instead of traditional inorganic out to the
structures such as seawalls or bulkheads. This site will serve as an educational tool and help residents sea turtle patients as well as
public about our photographs of and information about our current and
appreciate the benefits and visual appeal of having a living shoreline in their backyards. This project is funded by the facility and our
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity and is a collaborative community partnership with Brevard County, Brevard released patients. Our next opportunity to shine was
sea turtles. The Sea Turtle Preservation Societys Turtle Krawl 5k the
Zoo, Eastminster Presbyterian Church of Indialantic, Florida Institute of Technology and the Town of Indialantic. Outreach Team is following weekend. This annual race gave the team the
JUNE: The demonstration site will be available for viewing. our solution! This chance to educate over 2,200 participants and their
team consists of guests. In October, we put on our best costumes and
volunteers who are attended every
IRL Oyster Reef Restoration all very passionate weekend of Boo
about sharing at the Zoo to show
Weve come a long way since constructing the first 500 feet of oyster information about the Center, our patients and how our
reef in Mosquito Lagoon and Banana River in 2015. Through our off the very scary
community can help protect sea turtles. We have gathered plastics that haunt
partnership with University of Central Florida, our reef restoration in some fantastic games and interactive tools to help all ages
the northern parts of the county have been a success. We continue our oceans. Most
understand more about the multiple species of sea turtles
to monitor the growth of those reefs, but have since focused our recently, we laced
that use the over 70 miles of sandy beaches and multiple
attention on growing oyster populations in southern parts of the up our running
waterways in Brevard County.
county, like Geiger Point in Melbourne. As you may know, human shoes for the Zoos
overharvesting and natural causes have severely decreased our The teams first event was Cold-Blooded Weekend at Komodo Krawl 3k in
oyster populations and through our building efforts, and the support the Zoo last September. Volunteers represented the February.
from many of you, we have made great strides in growing the
lagoons oyster count, thereby improving the quality of our waters. The Outreach Team has also been present at all our public sea turtle releases. They arrive
In the upcoming months, we will be building approximately 700 feet of linear feet of reef at Geiger Point. This will require one hour early to entertain spectators and answer sea turtle questions. Since the previous
hundreds of mats and shell bags to serve as the base layers for new oyster growth. In preparation, weve hosted shell newsletter, our fans have had the pleasure of watching Trident, Ms. Archie, Rusty, Lucky and
bagging challenges; community members like you went to work right with us, helping to prepare thousands of bags for Mr. Merriam return to the ocean. We hope to see many more people at our future releases.
reef building. Please check the Zoos Facebook pages for future release information and dates.
SHELL BAGGING is ongoing and we will post more opportunities for you and/or your group to join soon. Please also keep an eye out for the amazing Outreach Team at future local events!
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 Where Growing up WILD is Acceptable! Summer VolunTeen Program
Welcome to the WILD SIDE, where animals, discovery and fun collide for the whole family all year The education department is looking for teens
long! Visit brevardzoo.org/education/experiences for more information about our programs, activities, to volunteer at the Zoo! Participants may assist
camps, member program discounts and much more! with summer camp, engage Zoo guests and, of
course, make lots of new friends. Applications
Wild Nights: Zoo After Dark! are due by 5 p.m. April 19; visit brevardzoo.org/
Experience the Zoo in a whole new light! Our adventure-filled teen-programs to apply.
evening safaris feature hands-on activities, up close animal
encounters, a hike to see the Zoos nighttime dwellers in action
Family Fun
and a pizza dinner. Zoo Snooze includes an overnight stay and Attention all aspiring Wildlife Detectives!
continental breakfast. Does your family like adventure and mystery? The Wildlife
Detective Training Academy has a new mystery each month, so be
Zoo Night Hikes H 59 p.m. sure to stop by before your next Zoo excursion. All new gumshoes
Ages: 512 H $24 Member, $28 Non-member Upcoming Dates receive an official Detective Card after solving their first animal
April 8: Lets Go to the Zoovies! mystery. After four solved cases, youll earn an honorary place on
Zoo Snooze H 5 p.m.9 a.m. our detective wall.
Ages: 712 H $35 Member, $45 Non-member May 27: Whats Cookin?

Wild Scouting Adventures!

Go wild and make the Zoo a part of your next scouting experience! We Celebrate your childs birthday at the Zoo! Choose a Treetop Trek adventure or
offer special badge workshops, tours, private night hikes and overnights, a nighttime excursion through the Zoo. Contact edprograms@brevardzoo.org
for more information.

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all just for scouts!

Annual Scout Day 9 a.m.3 p.m. Scout check-in: 911 a.m. New Education Area
Join us on Saturday, May 6 for our annual Scout Day! Enjoy special In a few weeks, we will unveil a new kind of natural play area designed to meet the unique needs of
hands-on activities, animal encounters, treks through the Zoo and more. children with varying exceptionalities and their families. The Exceptional Nature Space is a modified

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$10 per scout, includes scout badge natural habitat that can be easily reset or reprogrammed to best accommodate different challenges.
Within this carefully defined space, families will be free to explore an authentic Florida habitat,
Annual Scout Overnight May 5 engage in open-ended nature play, experiment, socialize with other children and learn by doing.
Do your scouts want even more Zoo action? Come a little earlier and spend the night here! Includes Because this is one of the first settings of its kind, we consider it a living laboratory to learn how to
additional activities and encounters, pizza for dinner and a continental breakfast. Open to troops or best serve this audience through observations of and feedback from its users. * PLEASE NOTE: This
individual scouts with a parent. $45 per scout, $35 per adult (cost includes overnight and Scout Day) space is not open to the general public *

Teen Opportunities
EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Annual Youth Environmental Summit ` 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ` July 29
Send your teen to the most inspirational Zoo event of the year! Attendees have the opportunity to ALL YEAR LONG!
participate in hands-on workshops, contribute to local conservation projects, meet local environmental
advocates and create a project of their own. Ages: 1218, Cost: $15 CAMPS
NIGHT HIKES
DISCOUNTS
$10 off all Full-Day Camps OVERNIGHTS
$5 off all Half-Day Camps ZOO TOTS
JR. ZOOKEEPERS
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE SCOUT WORKSHOPS
TO APRIL 15TH ONLY! TEEN VOLUNTEERS
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER DISCOUNTS* HOMESCHOOL
$30 off Full-Day Camps
$15 off all Half-Day Camps
(*not applicable for Art, Family
12 and Conservation in Action camps)
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frogs to foxes and discover answers to the ever wonder why
questions.
June 26-30
Put your talents to work creating imaginative
and wonderful works of art inspired
HALF-DAY CAMPS by wildlife conservation. Each piece
2 DAY CAMP FULL-DAY CAMPS will speak for itself and move
FAMILY NATURE CAMP everyone to promote the message
8 A.M. - Noon ENTERING 1st TO 6th GRADE of conservation. Come explore
Per Participant: Members $50
HALF-DAY CAMPS 4 DAY CAMPS 8 A.M. - 4 P.M. how art and nature are connected!
Non-Members $60 PARENT & CHILD (AGES 4 TO 8) ARTS OF ALL KINDS
ANIMAL OLYMPICS
2 DAY CAMP 8 A.M. - NOON July 24-28
4 DAY CAMPS May 30 - June 2
Local artists will inspire campers creativity as
Kindergarten What if animals competed at the Olympics? Take on the
FAMILY NATURE CAMP they learn about animals in an exciting way
challenge and test your skills against the best swimmers,
8 A.M. - Noon JUNE 15-16; JULY 20-21 through imaginative art, music and dance!
flyers and speedsters in the animal kingdom.
Members $130 Family fun Zoo style! This brand new camp offers two days of Families are invited to a magnificent Friday
Non-Members $150 nature play and Zoo experiences for the family to learn and ENTERING 3rd & 4th GRADE performance!
share together.
5 DAY CAMPS 5 DAY CAMPS 8 A.M. - 4 P.M. Our Art camps are sponsored
1st to 6th Grade
ENTERING KINDERGARTEN in part by the Brevard County
ANIMAL ODDITY OR ADVANTAGE?
8 A.M. - Noon and/or Noon - 4 P.M. 4 DAY CAMPS 8 A.M. - NOON June 5-9; 19-23 Community Cultural Grant
Per Session: Members $130 Embark on an adventurous voyage through the Zoo as we program through Brevard Cultural Alliance.
SENSATIONAL SPECIES
Non-Members $150 investigate why a parrot powders itself, how bats sleep upside
June 6-9 down and other interesting animal capabilities.
EARTH EXPLORERS
Use your five senses as we move through the Zoo, and get ready
FULL-DAY CAMPS to hear an earful about how animals hear, see, smell and feel. AMAZING ANIMALS AROUND THE WORLD ENTERING 7th TO 9th GRADE
4 DAY CAMPS June 12-16; July 17-21; July 31- August 4 5 DAY CAMPS 8 A.M. - 4 P.M.
1st to 6th Grade COLORFUL CREATURES
Join us for a race around the world to meet the animals that
8 A.M. - 4 P.M. June 20-23 inhabit some amazing places! Discover how they live through EARTH EXPLORERS
Join us as we color the Zoo and meet blue birds, red snakes, These camps are designed to immerse teens
Members $210 scavenger hunts, puzzles, riddles, games and more.
green frogs and much more along the way! into the natural wonders of Florida. Campers
Non-Members $240
HABITAT SAFARI
ENTERING 5th & 6th GRADE will connect with nature, experience outdoor
exploration and have fun! Choose between
5 DAY CAMPS August 1-4 5 DAY CAMPS 8 A.M. - 4 P.M. three fantastic adventures: Wildlife Researcher,
8 A.M. - 4 P.M. Its a wild and wonderful world we live in! On our safari Extreme Nature Adventures, Conservation in
Members $260 JR. ZOOKEEPERS: LIVING WITH THE LANDSCAPE
adventure, discover the many happy habitats around the world. Action or attend all! This intense experience
Non-Members $300 June 12-16; July 17-21
Now that we have you hooked, lets reel you in! Having what is limited to 12 explorers and includes special
ENTERING 1st & 2nd GRADE it takes for humans and animals to be successful isnt easy. off-site field trips here on the Space Coast and
EARTH EXPLORERS in central Florida. Please see website for full
8 A.M. - 4 P.M. 5 DAY CAMPS 8 A.M. - NOON We will explore what animals and people need to successfully
details.
survive in the Florida wilderness. Campers will learn how to
Members $310 WHAT DO ZOOS DO? ANIMALS UNCOVERED fish and bring home their own rod, reel and tackle box.
Non-Members $350 CONSERVATION IN ACTION
June 5-9; 19-23
Our Fishing Camps are sponsored in part by June 5-9; July 10-14
Take a walk on the wild side, finding answers to questions like...
*Aftercare is offered Monday through Fish Florida. $40 of cost goes directly to a conservation
Thursday and requires a minimum of 15 how does a vet check inside a jaguars mouth or how do you
project supported by the Zoo!
participants. Not available during 4-day train a guinea pig?
JR. ZOOKEEPERS: CITIZEN SCIENCE
and Art Camp weeks. June 5-9; 19-23; July 31- August 4 WILDLIFE RESEARCHER
THE LIFE OF AN ANIMAL
June 12-16; July 117-21; July 31-August 4 Its a wild world! Embark on a journey into the field with June 19-23; July 17-21; July 31- August 4
REGISTER ONLINE AT Ever wonder how a caterpillar becomes a butterfly or what keepers, conservationists and researchers to observe what
BREVARDZOO.ORG butterflies and mosquitoes have in common? Unlock the is happening all around us. Its all hands on deck as we EXTREME NATURE ADVENTURES
mysteries of metamorphosis in this exciting camp! investigate the curious and exhilarating nature of biological June 12-16; July 24-28; July 26-30
sciences!
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D E V E LO P M E N T WOMEN OF THE WILD
Women of the Wild One of our many
(WOW) continues recent successes
to flourish as over was member-
Jaguar Society 500 women in our driven support
community are bonding for a vital
Jaguar Society represents the Zoos most together in common Florida panther
exceptional membership experience for those cause to actively address research
who want the deepest relationship possible the conservation program;
with every facet of this wonderful institution. challenges facing both with WOW-
Established to provide special engagement for our region and the world. funded video camera traps
the Zoos truest partners, the Society ensures its Now in its third year, WOW now placed in many key
members enjoy the epitome of special treatment, has attracted more and migration routes, it has
perks and participation. With a relationship more women who love been possible to
that recognizes their love, loyalty and dedication to the Zoo the ability to document an
and its future, members have access to insider news updates, be part of increase in
previews of new animals and exhibits, invitations to special creating panthers
seminars by animal and conservation experts and behind-the- solutions to critical problems in a statewide from 180 to 230!
scenes animal encounters. Two annual events, just for Jaguar personalized manner that fits their
Society members are also unique and important ways that this Join now and be a part of this
own priorities and time availability.
Society ensures its nearest and dearest feel an intimate extraordinary group. For an
There is an inherent power in
part of our family. Every visit to the Zoo provides Society annual donation of $100, you will
working together with others and thats
members with VIZ benefits that are truly extraordinary. receive a sterling silver charm bracelet
just what WOW has mastered. Through
and charm from Wesche Jewelers
gatherings, projects, seminars and social
that signifies your commitment and
events throughout the year, WOWs members
Check out the incredible benefits which can be membership in this ever-growing and
network, have fun and accomplish goals
individually crafted to fit your family and help you thriving organization of caring and
that help ensure the paradise in which we
get the most out of your visits to the Zoo. determined women.
live remains so for generations to come. We
If you and your family are interested in joining Jaguar Society have tackled local, community and regional Please visit brevardzoo.org/wow
for just under $84 a month, contact the Zoos development conservation issues and are branching out to for more information and to join, or contact
learn lessons from international conservation Wendy Barnes, women of the wild program
department at 321-254-9453 ext. 234.
initiatives that we can apply here at home. coordinator, at 321-254-9453 ext. 285.

JAGUAR SOCIETY 3/20/17 7TH A N N UA L

THANK YOU FOR ANOTHER AMAZING YEAR ! RESTAURANTS
SPECIAL THANKS FOR THE GENEROUS SUPPORT OF OUR EXTRAORDINARY PARTNERS
John & Nancy Abernathy Bruce & Jessica Assam Andy & Christine Barber Mick & Jackie Barker Bacchae Wine Bar Bagel 13 Brevard Ale Works
Bugnutty Brewing Company Carrabbas Italian Grill
Thomas Bedor Joe & Tammie Bettinger Adam & Amy Bird Larry & Cindy Bishop John & Laura Bomalaski TITLE SPONSOR PREMIER PRESENTING SPONSOR
Cibo Neighborhood Eatery Coconuts on the Beach
Double Ds BBQ El Chico Caf Florida Beer Company
FM Pizza Oven Gators Dockside Melbourne Genna Pizza
Dave Borinski & Darlene Evans-Borinski Jim & Cathy Bouck Dr. Ed Breakell & Donna Burleson The Green Room Caf Green Turtle Market
Grills Riverside The Hangar by Sports Page
John & Diane Breitfeller David & Kim Brown Gene & Becky Cavallucci Jim & Pam Cavanaugh Mike & Tonya Cerow Hooters Merritt Island House of Pastel
Intracoastal Brewing Company Island Fish Grill
Dr. Yuan-Tsong & Alice Chen Eric & Shelly Cooper Nelson Cover III Mike & Becky Crews Laurel Crowe Kona Ice Love Bugs Donuts & Bakery
The Melting Pot at The Avenue Mr. Js Ice Cream & More
Phil & Jeanne Farmer Dana & Carolyn Festa Brian & Hope Fisher Greg Watson & Leasha Flammio-Watson Manuel & Karen Franco FOOD TRUCK ALLEY SPONSORS
Nikis Restaurant The Nomad Caf
Ocean 302 Old School Pizza Olive Tree Greek Grill
PRESENTING SPONSORS
Betsy Stabler Franz Shane & Elaina Garvin Walter & Dottie Gatti Nick & Toni George Beth Gitlin & Scott Hoffman Palm Shores Bistro PC Keats Restaurant Philly Fire Wagon
Pizza Gallery & Grill Red Ginger Asian Cuisine
Doug & Joni Norton Bryan & Judy Roub
Renaissance Catering of Cocoa River Rocks
Nanialei Golden & Chris Johnson Lazaro & Carole Gonzalez Steve & Susan Hall Deanne Dailey Hansen Julie Harrison & Stephen Watts The Brennity Rustys Seafood & Oyster Bar Scotts On Fifth
at Melbourne Sergios Tacos Mexican Grill Shells Slow & Low Bar-B-Que
Steve & Jill Harrison Nick & Diane Heldreth Robert & Patricia Henry Don & Julie Herndon Chas & Vonnie Hoyman Marc & Lynda Huey DELECTABLE DELIGHTS SPONSORS Smokey Bones Space Coast Convention Center
Brand Transfer and Storage Dave & Kim Brown Certified General Contractors Sonnys BBQ Starbucks Taco City Take A Bite Cupcakes
Myra Igo Haley Ben & Pam Jefferies Keith & Kerry Johnson Neal & Terri Johnson Lysee Kierstein Briggs & Dana Kilborne Classic Wood Flooring Nick & Diane Heldreth Steve & Cathy Johnson Tequila Azul Telys Chinese Restaurant Tijuana Flats Tex-Mex
Keystone Benefit Group Mike deVaux Malcolm & Jane Kirschenbaum Trend Kitchen Tuscany Grill Two Chicks and A Pot
Matt & Sue Ann Kucera JoAnne Labbe George Leonard & Liz Norwood-Fields Alan Marumoto Michelle Masline Matt & Sue Ann Kucera Pat McMahon & Bob Mansbart SKY Advertising UNO Pizzeria & Grill Vincinos Wendys
Donald M. Marumoto
Nanialei Golden, MD LIMITLESS LIBATIONS SPONSORS IN-KIND
Patrick & Heather McDonough Scott & Valerie Miller Steven & Jill Mimbs Brad & Carol Missimer Charitable Fund
Carroll Distributing Classic Wood Flooring
Berman Hopkins Wright & LaHam Hart to Hart Kalli Ecker
Arden Monroe-Obermeit & Tobias Obermeit Bill & Jill Moore Cole & Lizzy Oliver Taylor & Misty Pancake Lenny & Carol Ann Panzini High Stack Gordan Kirby The Viera Company
Cocoa Beach Surf Company/Cocoa Beach Express
Executive Cigar Space Coast Credit Union

Dan & Marian Pearson Paul & Cheryl Pearson Clyde & Linda Pittman Jane Quadrozzi Megan Richardson Peter & Laura Rochester
Bryan & Judy Roub Penny Sallinger & Barbara Glass Lew & Heather Schwartz Brian & Natasha Spencer Dan & Mary Ann Sperando Mark Your Calendars for the 8TH ANNUAL JAZZOO Saturday, November 4, 2017!
Karen Sulitzer Ralph & Nancy Taylor Russ & Shirley Van Gilder Frank & Linda Vega Gen. Chuck Scanlon & Barbara Wall Scanlon WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING EVERYONE NEXT YEAR!
Joe & Peggy Ward Glenn Young & Liz Moran Young Andy & Patty Ziegler Matthew & Karen Zifcak
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 HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS Let Us Host Your Next Event
We had a wonderful farewell to 2016 with a month Our Event Space is Great for Fundraising Events,
of holiday festivities! There were animal encounters, Weddings, Company Picnics & Retreats,
music, games and crafts. Santa stopped by to spoil
our animals, who all made it on the nice list! Lets Holiday Parties and More!
make 2017 just as great.

The 11th annual 3k continued the tradition of successful Zoo races as

Running Zone Foundation raised thousands of dollars for the Zoos conservation,
education and animal care programs! A record 1,331 runners and walkers
enjoyed the warm morning weather, stopping to visit our animal friends along
the trail. Thank you to Running Zone Foundation for your continued support
and hard work!

Title Sponsor

The month of October was full of

tricks and treats as we celebrated
Halloween with our annual event, Boo at the Zoo. In
2016, we hosted more than 14,000 people and included
games, crafts, a haunted house, Boo Choo train ride, live
entertainment, loads of trick-or-treating, of course, our
AT BREVARD ZOO
favoritethe costume contest! This event goes a long
way to help support our
critical missions.

Candy Sponsors
Alpizar Law Biotest Plasma Center Heartland Dental
RENCO Electronics Slug-A-Bug, Inc. UNO

Treat Station Sponsors

Apollo Travel ATM Recycling Brevard Catholic Schools Brevard County Fire Department Brevard Family Partnership
Comfort Experts DRS Technologies Disney Cruise Line Junior League of South Brevard Lifetouch Studios
Mary Kay Cosmetics Rockledge Animal Clinic Starke Exterminators SkyZone Space Coast Swim for BRI
Teresa Brigance Orthdontics VISTA Florida Realty Wickham Dental Wuesthoff Health System BrevardZoo.org 321.254.9453 x235 or x226
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WE LOVE OUR VOLUNTEERS
As a community Zoo, we encourage and
appreciate public involvement. United by their
passion for animals, conservation and education,
our volunteers come from all walks of life and
assist in virtually every aspect of our operations.
Our volunteer team is comprised of more than 350
amazing volunteers, each giving at least four hours
a week. We depend on and are very grateful to
our volunteers, who assist with everything from
corporate group projects and special events to
daily volunteer assignments which include staffing
our giraffe platform and aviary, giving guided kayak
tours, helping our landscaping crew and so much
more!
If you are interested in joining our Adult Volunteer
Program (16 years or older), please visit brevardzoo.
org/volunteer-programs to fill out an application.
Accepted applicants attend orientation and a
two-day volunteer training as well as any other
necessary training before selecting volunteer shifts.

We would like to recognize the following volunteers who

have given ten or more years of loyal service to Brevard Zoo:
Linda Applin Carl Applin Joan Barco Rod Bora Doc Clingenpeel
Barbara Conyers Bob Dieffenderfer Tony Fugaro Miles Goznell
Bob Hassol Donna Hylkema Jack Jarrett Linda Jenkins
Pat Jones Linda Masullo Linda Perry Diane Remick Janet Stack
George Stepanian Sherry Targum Peggy Webb

Its no secret that we love our volunteers! The

dedication and selflessness they exhibit is truly
inspiring. On February 2, we held our Annual
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at Space Coast
Convention Center. Brevard Zoo staff showed up in
force to honor and thank our dedicated volunteers who contributed
71,000 hours of service to the Zoo in 2016 which is the equivalent
of 34 full-time employees! Guests enjoyed a delicious dinner,
recognition program, fun photo corner and ended the evening
socializing and grooving to the DJ. The Zoo staff looks forward
to this annual event and the opportunity it affords to express our
appreciation to this amazing group of people.