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There is plenty to do at the Santa Ana Zoo this summer

Posted on June 11, 2017 by Art Pedroza Posted in Civic Affairs, Nature, Parks and Recreation, Santa Ana, Youth Activities Leave a comment

City of Santa Ana, Downtown Orange County

Community: It’s All Happening at the Santa Ana Zoo This Summer

SANTA ANA, CA – Visit the Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park this summer for some “wild” times with family and friends! The Zoo is an urban oasis, providing a cool and relaxing getaway right in the heart of Orange County. Many events and activities are planned for this summer with some exciting developments in the works.

• SUNSET AT THE ZOO EVENING CONCERTS: Sunday June 11, Sunday June 25, Sunday July 9, and Sunday July 23, 2017; 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Friends of Santa Ana Zoo hosts this after-hour’s concert series, featuring live music, art by local artisans, zoo animals, Train & Carousel rides, and offers an exclusive craft beer tasting experience for adults 21 and over to help raise funds to help the Zoo. Guests are welcome to bring a picnic dinner, blanket, family & friends, enjoy the concerts, and wander around the Zoo after it is closed to the public. Admission is $16.95 per person ages 3 & up, and just $8.95 for FOSAZ Members. Children under 3 are free. Continue reading→

Free day at the Santa Ana Zoo today!

Posted on November 21, 2010 by Art Pedroza Posted in Entertainment, Nature, Santa Ana, Youth Activities Leave a comment

Sunday, November 21 is Free Day for Santa Ana residents!

If you live in the city of Santa Ana, the third Sunday of each month is a free admission day for the Santa Ana Zoo. Bring your family to come visit the anaimals, roam the gardens, maybe even ride the train and carousel. Come see what’s new at the Zoo! The Santa Ana Zoo is open 10am to 4pm. (Proof of address may be required, up to 4 per household).

New Poison Dart Frogs (Dendrobatidae) are now in the Observation Outpost! Come check out these little bright yellow frogs. In the wild, they have a poison which is accumulated by eating ants, mites, & centipedes, and the poison is sometimes extracted and used on arrow and dart tips by South American native tribes. These frogs are indigenous to rainforests and wetlands of Central and South America.

We have some giant pumpkins growing in the area behind the goat yard in the Crean Family Farm! (Thanks to volunteer Ronnie for doing such a great job with that garden!). Drop by the Zoo November 20 & 21, 11am – 3pm to meet and talk to UC Master Gardeners. Get info for gardening enthusiasts, kids can learn a little something about agriculture, and you can ask them questions about the demonstration gardens.

Santa Ana Zoo has great volunteer opportunities! Consider joining us to help educate school age kids, be a docent, drive the Zoofari Express train, help with special events, or even animal care. Throughout the year we have a variety of volunteer positions available.
See our website to learn more about volunteer opportunities, and join one of the best volunteer teams anywhere!

Santa Ana Zoo celebrates its 58th Birthday this weekend

Posted on March 2, 2010 by Art Pedroza Posted in Civic Affairs, Education, Entertainment, Latinos, Santa Ana, Youth Activities Leave a comment

On Saturday, March 6th & Sunday, March 7th, the Santa Ana Zoo, home of the 50 monkeys, located at 1801 E. Chestnut Ave, is excited to celebrate its 58th birthday. The activities will take place from 11:00am-2:00pm, and the event is FREE with the price of admission for general public and FREE for Members.

There will be crafts, animal presentations, cake (first come, first served), entertainment, music, a spectacular modular train display by Del Oro Pacific Railroad Club and so much more! It’s going to be the wildest birthday bash of the year and it’s practically in your back yard. This is one party you won’t want to miss! Conservation Carrousel and Zoofari Express Train Rides will be available for $3 each, and combo tickets for $5 each. Continue reading→