Archive for April 2009

National Volunteer Appreciation Week

Posted by in Volunteer Programs

National Volunteer Week at the Houston ZooToday is the first day of National Volunteer Appreciation Week. In 2008, Houston Zoo volunteers gave over 50,000 hours of service to the Zoo helping out with special events, administrative projects, teaching classes, working alongside the keepers and just about everything in between.

As one of the Volunteer Programs Coordinators at the Zoo, it is an absolute honor to work with this talented bunch of people. Next time you’re at the Zoo and see someone in a blue Houston Zoo volunteer shirt, join me in giving them a big ole thanks for all their work and ask them how you can join us in all the fun.

What do birds use to make their nests?

Posted by in Animal Fun Facts

Rare Red Bird of ParadiseDid you know that birds use all kinds of materials to make their nests, like sticks, grass, dryer lint, shredded paper and string? Each species of bird makes a unique kind of nest all their own.

During our Earth Day celebrations this weekend, we had a “Build the Best Nest” activity where we acted like birds to build our very own nests. We don’t need feathers and a beak to make awesome nests, just look at all the cool designs people came up with!

Escape to an entirely different learning environment.

Posted by in intro

We invite you to take a closer look at the many learning programs and opportunities the Houston Zoo has to offer.

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