Recycle

By reusing many of the products already created--such as aluminum, glass, paper, and plastic--we can reduce energy consumption.

"Recycling glass instead of making it from silica sand reduces mining waste by 70%, water use by 50%, and air pollution by 20%. Source, Environmental Defense Fund."

2010 Special Events

NEW FUNDRAISING PARTNERS- YOU, THE ZOO, AND TROPICAL SMOOTHIE OF SUNTREE
Eating Out? Want to support Brevard Zoo’s Education and Conservation Programs?

Tropical Smoothie of Suntree has partnered with the Zoo to help us raise money for the Zoo’s Education and Conservation Programs. This Fundraising Event will occur every third Saturday of the month. Check back every month to download the flier and take it with you to Tropical Smoothie Café of Suntree and the Zoo will receive 15% of sales made during that time. CLICK HERE to print out the February 20 flyer. You must print out flier to take with you in order for the Zoo to receive 15 % of their sales!

Eco-Friendly Fair Day
Help us celebrate Mother Earth on March 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eco-Friendly Fair Day encourages families to not just support energy conservation, but also to help preserve backyard habitats for the animals. In addition, vendors this year will promote healthy living, organic-made products, and more. Enjoy music, face painting, interactive displays, games and crafts, and a chance to talk to local conservation organizations. The event is free to visitors with Zoo admission.

Participants include: Backwater Provision Company; Brevard County Animal Services, Brevard County Environmentally Endangered Lands Program; Brevard County Extension/Master Gardeners; Brevard County Solid Waste Management; Cartridge World; Florida Native Plant Society; Florida Wildlife Hospital; Funky Chicken Farm; Home Solutions "Green Building" & Construction; Indian River Lagoon Program; Keep Brevard Beautiful; Marine Resource Council; Nature's MArket Health Food & Brevard Farmer's Market; Office of Natural Resources Management; Sea Turtle Preservation Society; Slug-a-Bug; and Supervisor of Elections-Brevard County.

Safari Under the Stars
Presented by Northrop Grumman
This year’s Safari Under the Stars is scheduled for Saturday, April 24 at 6 p.m. This signature event, themed Here Kitty, Kitty, will showcase the Zoo's new Cheetah Complex. The event begins at the main entrance with a Cheetahlicious cocktail and then sends guests to the Nyami Nyami River Lodge to mingle and bid on exciting silent auction items. After indulging in heavy hors d'oeuvres, guests will have a chance to visit the new Cheetah Complex and then dine under the stars at Flamingo Cafe, on the backside of the Zoo. Dinner will feature an extremely limited yet high-end live auction. Guests will then be invited back to the Lodge for dessert, coffee, mingling, music, and more!

Sponsorships begin at $600 and there is a couples' sponsorship package which starts at $350. Individual tickets are $150 per person and Zoo members receive a $25 discount. To learn more about Safari Under the Stars sponsorship opportunities, please call 321-254-9453 x 242. To make a reservation to attend the event, please call 321-254-9453 x 234. A rain date is set for May 1, 2010.

The Butterfly Connection
Presented by Bright House Networks
Don't miss a spectacular butterfly exhibit opening Memorial Weekend, Saturday, May 29. Running until August 8, the temporary butterfly exhibit will feature a gorgeous selection of plants amid the background of flying butterflies. The butterfly house, which has featured three other temporary butterfly exhibits since opening in March of 2005, will be open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. This year moths will be featured, and the exhibit will showcase the amazing life cycle of the butterfly from caterpillar to pupae to its emergence as an elegant winged creature. Included with the exhibit will be a scavenger hunt and information on how the butterfly is connected to a multitude of life cycles within Florida's many habitats.

Summer Saturday Nights
Beat the summertime heat every July and August as the Zoo stays open until 9 p.m. every Saturday during these two months. Most of the animals are out on exhibit until dusk (but some do go in such as the birds, rhinos, anteater, and some of the monkeys), take a sunset kayaking tour, ride the train, and listen to music. Paws On, The Wildlife Detective Training Academy, and the Aviary will be closed at night. Summer Saturday Nights begins at 5 p.m. every Saturday in July and August. Last admission is 8 p.m. During Summer Saturday Nights, guests will not be permitted to bring outside food or drink into the Zoo.

Reptile Weekend
Visit Brevard Zoo over Labor Day weekend from September 4-6, and get up close and personal with the Zoo's many reptiles and amphibians. Reptile Weekend showcases the world of herps and identifies the important role these animals play in keeping our planet healthy and balanced. Check back in July to learn more about this special event.

Great Tastes of Suntree
Join us September 11 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. for our annual Great Tastes of Suntree event hosted by the Rotary Club of Suntree and Brevard Zoo. This annual food and beer/wine tasting extravaganza is a one-of-a-kind experience at the Zoo. Guests can sample food from more than 35 area restaurants as well as sample beer and wine at a tasting in Paws On. Enjoy live music and visit with some of our fun-loving Zoo animals until dusk. Tickets go on sale August 1 and tickets are always available at the door. For more information on the event or to participate as a restaurant or caterer, please call 321.254.9453 x 235.

Boo at the Zoo
Presented by Bright House Networks
The Zoo's infamous family fun, fall event runs a total of eight nights this year, Friday-Sunday, Oct. 15-17 and 22-24, as well as Friday-Saturday, Oct. 29-30. Boo at the Zoo runs each night from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. with last admission at 8 p.m. Activities include a haunted trail that is not for the faint of heart and recommended for children 10 and older. For the younger kids, enjoy Ooz Draverb, a carnival-like play area with dancing, too. The event still features the Boo Choo train ride, a costume contest, witch's lair, and trick-or-treating at more than 30 treat stations sponsored by local businesses and organizations. Check back in July for complete details on Boo at the Zoo.