Visitors to the San Diego Zoo on Tuesday were surprised with a special treat: views of seven Sichuan takins balancing on rocks and a red panda climbing trees during the opening of the new Panda Trek exhibit.
The takins, including 1-month-old Duli, followed the sounds of a cow bell down a hillside into their new home. These shaggy animals, which look half goat and half antelope, were trained by Conny Carson, senior keeper, to shift from one yard to another using a bell. She applied this training to lead the herd - with the help of biscuits - through a tunnel, a hillside habitat and finally into one of two yards designed especially for them.
The ¾-acre Panda Trek was constructed in what was previously a space that housed a trailer with office space. The $2 million project created new living space that mimics China's bamboo forest for the takin, red panda and Mang Mountain pit viper. Meandering past these animals, as well as eight species of bamboo, visitors can learn more about the diversity of plants and animals found within the giant panda's forest home before reaching the black-and-white bear.
The takin depends on the same mountainous habitat as the giant panda and is also considered a national treasure in the People's Republic of China. The takin habitat in Panda Trek includes hillsides that mimic its natural environment, giving the animals places to climb and jump as Duli, the young calf, did on Tuesday.
The San Diego Zoo received a small group of takins in 1987 and 1988. Duli, the young female calf, is the 51st takin born at the Zoo since 1989, when the Zoo celebrated the first Sichuan takin birth outside of China. Within China, the takin has been given full protection under its laws and two reserves have been created for their protection.
The giant panda also shares its native habitat with the red panda. Like the giant panda, the red panda's diet consists mostly of bamboo, however, the red panda also eats fruit, roots, acorns and eggs. Both are classified as carnivores. The first red panda arrived at the San Diego Zoo in 1940, and in 1941 the first red panda was born. The Zoo will continue its participation in the Species Survival Plan breeding program when a male red panda joins the Zoo's female, Lily, later this year. The Zoo also contributes financially to red panda conservation programs.
Panda Trek will also be home in the near future to another special Chinese animal most zoogoers do not see: the Mang Mountain pit viper. This snake's vibrant green-and-brown markings give it camouflage in the forest vegetation.
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
SEAWORLD FACEBOOK FANS RECEIVE A FROZEN FRUIT SLUSHEE ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 13
ORLANDO, Fla. (August 2011) – Have you been following Summer Nights at SeaWorld on Facebook? If so, you know the park has been rewarding fans with in-park goodies like free Shamu ice cream bars and awesome glow necklaces.
Remember, there are still a few weeks left before kids go back to school. Why not enjoy night time fun at SeaWorld’s Summer Nights. You only have one short week left to experience the parks fantastic night shows, thrilling coasters under the stars and a nightly fireworks and fountains finale because Summer Nights ends August 14.
If you haven’t “liked” SeaWorld’s Facebook page yet, it’s not too late – the park is planning it’s last summer freebie on Saturday, August 13! For a FREE non-alcoholic frozen fruit slushee topped off with a collectable spiral Shamu straw, visit Parrot Ice Frozen Beverage on Summer Nights Central between 6 -7 p.m. To receive the complimentary drink show you “like” SeaWorld on your mobile device or bring a print out of SeaWorld’s Facebook post promoting the giveaway.
Guests can choose from two great ticket offers:
· Adults pay the kid’s price and get a second day free, a perfect option for families looking for an all-day adventure.
· The Summer Nights After-3 p.m. ticket for only $49.99 brings more flexibility, fun and value to Orlando’s best nighttime theme park entertainment.
For Summer Nights insider tips and cool giveaways “like” SeaWorld’s Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/SeaWorld.
Remember, there are still a few weeks left before kids go back to school. Why not enjoy night time fun at SeaWorld’s Summer Nights. You only have one short week left to experience the parks fantastic night shows, thrilling coasters under the stars and a nightly fireworks and fountains finale because Summer Nights ends August 14.
If you haven’t “liked” SeaWorld’s Facebook page yet, it’s not too late – the park is planning it’s last summer freebie on Saturday, August 13! For a FREE non-alcoholic frozen fruit slushee topped off with a collectable spiral Shamu straw, visit Parrot Ice Frozen Beverage on Summer Nights Central between 6 -7 p.m. To receive the complimentary drink show you “like” SeaWorld on your mobile device or bring a print out of SeaWorld’s Facebook post promoting the giveaway.
Guests can choose from two great ticket offers:
· Adults pay the kid’s price and get a second day free, a perfect option for families looking for an all-day adventure.
· The Summer Nights After-3 p.m. ticket for only $49.99 brings more flexibility, fun and value to Orlando’s best nighttime theme park entertainment.
For Summer Nights insider tips and cool giveaways “like” SeaWorld’s Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/SeaWorld.
Enjoy the beauty of the Botanical Gardens at LEGOLAND® Florida with a Senior Garden Pass
Park launches weekday annual pass for the senior set
Winter Haven, FL (August 5, 2011) – In true tribute to the generation that adored Cypress Gardens, LEGOLAND® Florida has announced an annual pass for any guests 60 years of age and older. The Senior Garden Pass allows our mature guests access to all of LEGOLAND Florida for less than the cost of a single-day admission ticket. When LEGOLAND Florida opens on October 15, the interactive family theme park will be 150-acres of more than 50 rides shows and attractions geared towards families with children ages 2-12 – and grandparents too!
For just $60 plus tax, seniors can enjoy the beauty of the botanical gardens at LEGOLAND Florida year-round. This weekday annual pass includes parking and access to the park Monday-Friday for an entire year.
“We are thrilled to offer our distinguished guests an annual pass tailored just for them,” said Kim Isemann, Director of Sales & Marketing. “At LEGOLAND Florida, we are incredibly proud of our heritage and especially the beautiful gardens. This specialty pass was designed to allow seniors the experience they’ve told us they wanted – access to the botanical gardens.”
The Senior Garden Pass is now available online at www.LEGOLAND.com. When the park opens on October 15, guests will also be able to purchase at the park’s front gate.
Winter Haven, FL (August 5, 2011) – In true tribute to the generation that adored Cypress Gardens, LEGOLAND® Florida has announced an annual pass for any guests 60 years of age and older. The Senior Garden Pass allows our mature guests access to all of LEGOLAND Florida for less than the cost of a single-day admission ticket. When LEGOLAND Florida opens on October 15, the interactive family theme park will be 150-acres of more than 50 rides shows and attractions geared towards families with children ages 2-12 – and grandparents too!
For just $60 plus tax, seniors can enjoy the beauty of the botanical gardens at LEGOLAND Florida year-round. This weekday annual pass includes parking and access to the park Monday-Friday for an entire year.
“We are thrilled to offer our distinguished guests an annual pass tailored just for them,” said Kim Isemann, Director of Sales & Marketing. “At LEGOLAND Florida, we are incredibly proud of our heritage and especially the beautiful gardens. This specialty pass was designed to allow seniors the experience they’ve told us they wanted – access to the botanical gardens.”
The Senior Garden Pass is now available online at www.LEGOLAND.com. When the park opens on October 15, guests will also be able to purchase at the park’s front gate.
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Join Worlds of Fun in the Fight Against Hunger
KANSAS CITY, Mo. − Worlds of Fun amusement park and Harvesters--The Community Food Network team up for the third consecutive year to fight hunger with Cans for Coasters, a month long canned food drive that offers donors a huge discount on admission. Through August 28, guests bringing non-perishable canned goods to the parks can purchase Worlds of Fun tickets for only $32.99 plus tax, Oceans of Fun tickets for $25.99 plus tax, or Ride & Slide for $47.99 plus tax.
Harvesters feeds as many as 66,000 people every week in 26 counties by collecting food and household products, distributing those products to those in need, and offering educational programs to increase community awareness to hunger. In just two years, Cans for Coasters has provided over 160,000 meals to all ages, children to senior citizens, through Harvesters network of food pantries, kitchens, and shelters. Harvesters is our regions only food bank and is a member of Feeding America, the nation’s food bank network.
Park visitors also have another way to access the special savings provided by Cans for Coasters. Guests may make an online donation $2 to the Harvesters "Cans For Coasters" virtual food drive, at http://www.worldsoffun.harvesters.org/, and receive a coupon valid for one discounted Worlds of Fun, Oceans of Fun, or Ride & Slide admission.
These All-Day Regular Admissions offer a savings of $12 off the Worlds of Fun gate price, $6 off the Oceans of Fun gate price, and $9 off the Ride & Slide gate price. Guests simply bring at least two can goods for each discounted ticket, and there is no maximum on the number of tickets purchased. This special offer is valid every operating day in August, and tickets must be used on date of purchase. Visit worldsoffun.com for more information.
Harvesters feeds as many as 66,000 people every week in 26 counties by collecting food and household products, distributing those products to those in need, and offering educational programs to increase community awareness to hunger. In just two years, Cans for Coasters has provided over 160,000 meals to all ages, children to senior citizens, through Harvesters network of food pantries, kitchens, and shelters. Harvesters is our regions only food bank and is a member of Feeding America, the nation’s food bank network.
Park visitors also have another way to access the special savings provided by Cans for Coasters. Guests may make an online donation $2 to the Harvesters "Cans For Coasters" virtual food drive, at http://www.worldsoffun.harvesters.org/, and receive a coupon valid for one discounted Worlds of Fun, Oceans of Fun, or Ride & Slide admission.
These All-Day Regular Admissions offer a savings of $12 off the Worlds of Fun gate price, $6 off the Oceans of Fun gate price, and $9 off the Ride & Slide gate price. Guests simply bring at least two can goods for each discounted ticket, and there is no maximum on the number of tickets purchased. This special offer is valid every operating day in August, and tickets must be used on date of purchase. Visit worldsoffun.com for more information.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Launches New Park App
Interactive iPhone and Android Application Puts The Park In Your Hands!
Tampa, Fla. (August 4, 2011) – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is putting the park in the guests’ hands by launching an interactive iPhone and Android application. The free app is now available in the iTunes App Store and will be coming soon to the Android Market.
This will be the first time that Busch Gardens has utilized GPS technology to guide guests through the park. The free app is designed to make the guest experience even better by giving them park details at their fingertips and helping them get the most out of their day.
An interactive map will show guests where they are in the park and allow them to highlight the quickest real -time route to their next destination by clicking the “Take Me There” button on any destination page. Whether the destination is a restaurant, show, roller coaster or animal habitat, the app can give details on its location, menu, restrictions, wait times and more. Guests can also search for the nearest restrooms, lockers and ATMs.
It will be as easy as searching the word “Cheetah” to find a path to the new Cheetah Run habitat. Guests can find fun facts about our animals and even snap a few photos without leaving the application by using the in-app camera. They can also connect to social media sites to share their photos with friends and keep up with Busch Gardens’ Facebook and Twitter feeds.
New Busch Gardens App Features:
* Interactive real-time map
* Updated ride wait times and height requirements
* Detailed information pages for all major shows, rides, habitats and restaurants
* In-App camera
* Important phone numbers to make reservations or schedule tours
* Ways for guests to connect to social media sites
* General park information and operating hours
* “Find My Car” pin drop locator
* Live local weather and forecast updates
* A link to the SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund site
To download the free app, search the keyword “Busch Gardens” in the iTunes App Store.
We want to know what you think about the app! If you have any comments or suggestions, please email our digital team at BGTdigital@BuschGardens.com. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
Tampa, Fla. (August 4, 2011) – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is putting the park in the guests’ hands by launching an interactive iPhone and Android application. The free app is now available in the iTunes App Store and will be coming soon to the Android Market.
This will be the first time that Busch Gardens has utilized GPS technology to guide guests through the park. The free app is designed to make the guest experience even better by giving them park details at their fingertips and helping them get the most out of their day.
An interactive map will show guests where they are in the park and allow them to highlight the quickest real -time route to their next destination by clicking the “Take Me There” button on any destination page. Whether the destination is a restaurant, show, roller coaster or animal habitat, the app can give details on its location, menu, restrictions, wait times and more. Guests can also search for the nearest restrooms, lockers and ATMs.
It will be as easy as searching the word “Cheetah” to find a path to the new Cheetah Run habitat. Guests can find fun facts about our animals and even snap a few photos without leaving the application by using the in-app camera. They can also connect to social media sites to share their photos with friends and keep up with Busch Gardens’ Facebook and Twitter feeds.
New Busch Gardens App Features:
* Interactive real-time map
* Updated ride wait times and height requirements
* Detailed information pages for all major shows, rides, habitats and restaurants
* In-App camera
* Important phone numbers to make reservations or schedule tours
* Ways for guests to connect to social media sites
* General park information and operating hours
* “Find My Car” pin drop locator
* Live local weather and forecast updates
* A link to the SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund site
To download the free app, search the keyword “Busch Gardens” in the iTunes App Store.
We want to know what you think about the app! If you have any comments or suggestions, please email our digital team at BGTdigital@BuschGardens.com. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.
SUMMER NIGHTS AT SEAWORLD ENDS AUGUST 14
ORLANDO, Fla. (August 2011) – Even though summer’s nearly over and kids will soon be back in school, there’s still time to experience Summer Nights at SeaWorld.
SeaWorld’s summer nighttime adventures continue through Sunday, August 14. The park is open until 10 p.m. giving guests even more time to experience SeaWorld’s fantastic shows, thrilling coasters under the stars, and a nightly fireworks and fountain finale.
Visit SeaWorldOrlando.com for more.
Guests can choose from two great ticket offers:
· Adults pay the kid’s price and get a second day free, a perfect option for families looking for an all-day adventure.
· The Summer Nights After-3 p.m. ticket for only $49.99 brings more flexibility, fun and value to Orlando’s best nighttime theme park entertainment.
For Summer Nights insider tips and cool giveaways “like” SeaWorld’s Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/SeaWorld.
SeaWorld’s summer nighttime adventures continue through Sunday, August 14. The park is open until 10 p.m. giving guests even more time to experience SeaWorld’s fantastic shows, thrilling coasters under the stars, and a nightly fireworks and fountain finale.
Visit SeaWorldOrlando.com for more.
Guests can choose from two great ticket offers:
· Adults pay the kid’s price and get a second day free, a perfect option for families looking for an all-day adventure.
· The Summer Nights After-3 p.m. ticket for only $49.99 brings more flexibility, fun and value to Orlando’s best nighttime theme park entertainment.
For Summer Nights insider tips and cool giveaways “like” SeaWorld’s Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/SeaWorld.
Freak Fair Job Fair on Saturday, August 13
WHO: Worlds of Fun amusement park
WHERE: Worlds of Fun amusement park, Kansas City, Mo.
WHEN: Saturday, August 13, 2011 (6 - 10 pm)
WHAT: Worlds of Fun Halloween Haunt Job Fair
Calling all freaks! Worlds of Fun is looking for gremlins and ghouls to fill over 500 Halloween Haunt positions including Screamsters, make-up artists, and technical personnel.
The park will host a job fair on Saturday, August 13, 2011. Freak Fair is your chance to...
* Fill out a Halloween Haunt Job Application
* Learn about our available positions
* Talk with Halloween Haunt staff regarding wardrobe and characters selection
* See the make-up and costuming process up close
Use the Worlds of Fun Business Entrance located just past the Main Entrance on Worlds of Fun Avenue. Park in parking lot A and enter the Worlds of Fun Administration Building on the west side.
Save time and apply online at worldsoffun.com!
WHERE: Worlds of Fun amusement park, Kansas City, Mo.
WHEN: Saturday, August 13, 2011 (6 - 10 pm)
WHAT: Worlds of Fun Halloween Haunt Job Fair
Calling all freaks! Worlds of Fun is looking for gremlins and ghouls to fill over 500 Halloween Haunt positions including Screamsters, make-up artists, and technical personnel.
The park will host a job fair on Saturday, August 13, 2011. Freak Fair is your chance to...
* Fill out a Halloween Haunt Job Application
* Learn about our available positions
* Talk with Halloween Haunt staff regarding wardrobe and characters selection
* See the make-up and costuming process up close
Use the Worlds of Fun Business Entrance located just past the Main Entrance on Worlds of Fun Avenue. Park in parking lot A and enter the Worlds of Fun Administration Building on the west side.
Save time and apply online at worldsoffun.com!
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