Member Relations ZOO Event
Blank Park Zoo President/CEO Anne Shimerdla and her team have committed to a Behind the Scenes Tour for DMAM Members on June 17 at 4:00 p.m. followed immediately by VIP early entrance to Zoo Brew at 5:30 p.m. Tour participants are expected to attend Zoo Brew. Behind the Scenes Tour Arrival: Discovery Center no later than 3:50 p.m. Time: 4:00 p.m. sharp. Adults only. Closed-toe shoes required. Weather: Tour may be rescheduled for severe weather. RSVP deadline: Tuesday, June 9, by noon to [email protected]. Tour highlights include the Eastern black rhino barn, giraffe barn at feeding time, coral conservation, and Blanding’s turtle conservation. The Zoo has generously waived the regular $150 per person tour fee. Appreciation donations may be made directly to Blank Park Zoo: general (Donation — Blank Park Zoo) or animal specific (Animal Wish List). Zoo Brew Time: VIP early entrance at 5:30 and ending at 9:30 p.m. Photo ID required. Adults only. Drinks available for purchase. DMAM members’ Admission paid by Social Committee yearend funds. RSVP to: [email protected] OR Sign In at the event. Location: Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines. Parking is clearly marked.