Jungle Island

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Wonderland Park adding rides, extending lease

Wonderland park is expanding its land and its lease for more entertainment for decades to come. Owner and general manager Paul Borchardt said he is extending the park's lease with the City of Amar...

Roadkilled Reptiles: What a Shame

Snakes are some of the coolest animals on the planet but I’ll admit to something right up front; when a snake surprises me, I still jump, often. Even if I seem composed on the outside, something in…

The Benefits of Outdoor Travel for Children and How RV’s Make These Trips a Possibility

Traveling with the family is enriching for everyone, but the benefits it offers children are innumerable. Exposing them to unique places provides them

Why Zoos (and Zoo Lovers) Matter

Studies confirm that accredited zoos have a measurable impact on the conservation attitudes of visitors, and they contribute to preserving biodiversity.

Why zoos are being radically redesigned

The mere health of the animals is no longer enough; their welfare must also be part of the equation.

How to photograph wildlife at the zoo

If you love wildlife photography but don’t know where to start, this is for you. The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a great place to learn...

What Is A Humane Zoo?

Knowing what makes a zoo humane for animals is important if you want to make sure you are supporting a good facility.

How to Raise a Caterpillar: Introduction to the Zoo

Our work on this project can be subdivided into fieldwork and lab work. Explained briefly, field work involves whacking trees with sticks an...

How Do Zoos Plan for Weather?

A viral video shows a cold-loving panda frolicking in the snow, but zoos also accommodate animals that live where the weather differs from their natural habitat.

What it's like to work on a zoo's "dangerous animal" squad

"To think that I might have to go out there and shoot [these animals] someday to save someone's life really kind of stinks"

How To Feed A Numbat: Zoo Cookery Aids Endangered Species

Zoo nutritionists these days have to do more than try to keep displayed animals happy and healthy. Sometimes the goal is to bring endangered wildlife back from the brink.

This adorable feud between zoos will cure what ails you

A zoo posts a picture of a baby animal to Twitter only to start a national battle over the aww factor.

10 Bizarre Facts About Zoos

Zoos are awesome places where we get the unique opportunity to observe different animals---from the small and mild to the big and wild. As you might expect

Expert Advice on What to Look for Before Visiting a New Zoo

Zoos that are accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums are often involved in animal conservation

Is it time to shut down the zoos?

Cruel or kind? Education and conservation are cited as reasons for keeping wild animals in captivity, but many critics say zoos are outdated relics of a less enlightened era. We hear what both sides say

How frozen zoos are fighting to prevent extinction

Scientists are using frozen zoos to store cells of endangered animals threatened with extinction.

Zoos talk, but do people listen?

A study involving 176 zoos from more than 50 countries has found zoos are missing opportunities to educate visitors about conservation and sustainability.

Is It Unethical for a Zoo to Kill a Healthy Giraffe?

Do zoos have a responsibility to try to ensure that all animals under their care live a long and healthy life? Or, do zoos have a different mission?

A Zoo for Who? Are these spaces of learning or enclosures of torture?