Oregon Zoo opens red ape reserve exhibit
The Oregon Zoo is opening a new exhibit this week for orangutans and white-cheeked gibbons, called the Red Ape Reserve exhibit.
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Oregon Zoo opens red ape reserve exhibit
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Predators Of The Serengeti
Three newly acquired African lions – Zawadi Mungu, Kya and Neka – got a clean bill of health this morning in preparation for their move into the Oregon Zoo’s much anticipated Predators of the Serengeti… | Video
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Prehistoric Predators at the Oregon Zoo
May 22 through Sept. 6
http://www.oregonzoo.org/dinos/index.htm
Immerse yourself in the wonders of the prehistoric world! You might think today’s predators are pretty fierce but just wait until you see those from the past. From the massive giganotosaurus to the cunning troodon, dinosaur predators were skilled at finding their prey and surviving in a hostile world. Oregon Zoo visitors can walk a path invaded by 17 species of roaring, moving animatronic dinosaurs.
Walking the trail is not the only way to experience these predators. Kids can learn about the different dinosaurs at our discovery stations.
Admission: $3.50 (in addition to regular zoo admission)
Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Size: Trail is slightly more than ¼ mile
Features:
- Audio tour
- Prehistoric Timeline
- Interactive “touch-wall”
- Fossil Discovery Zone
Tusko is zoo’s Father of the Year
Tusko the elephant has been chosen as the 2010 Father of the Year at the Oregon Zoo.
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WOW! (What’s On this Weekend!)
Happy Father’s Day Dads! This weekend is packed with family fun in town, in the mountains and on the coast. Check out our picks below. And as always, check our online calendar for complete event listings every day. ALL WEEKEND Delta Park Powwow and Encampment. Native American dancing, arts and crafts vendors, food. Camp out. FREE Friday evening through Sunday afternoon. Delta Park, N Denver Ave. and MLK Blvd. 503-380-6595. bowandarrowcc.org . Night Walks. Explore the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge at night with a naturalist. 8:30 pm Saturday and Sunday. FREE, registration required. 19255 SW Pacific Hwy., Sherwood. 503-625-5944. oregonmetro.gov . Kruger’s Berry Jam. Hayrides, kids’ jam making (Noon and 2 pm), face painting, entertainment, U-pick and more. FREE, except berries and face painting. 11 am to 4 pm Saturday and Sunday. Kruger’s Farm, 17100 NW Sauvie Island Rd. 503-621-3489. krugersfarm.com . FRIDAY Zoo Father of the Year. An animal dad will be chosen as Father of the Year and get a special treat. 10:30 am. Free with zoo admission. Oregon Zoo, 4001 SW Canyon Road. 503-226-1561. oregonzoo.org . SATURDAY Star Parties. Rose City Astronomers and OMSI lead star gazing for all levels and ages. Free w/$5 park use fee. Dusk. Rooster Rock State Park, exit 25 off I-84, and Stub Stewart State Park, off OR 47 near Vernonia. 503-797-4610 xt. 2. rca-omsi.org . Explorando el Columbia Slough. Bilingual family environment festival will include guided canoe rides, music, storytelling, crafts and more, hosted by Columbia Slough Watershed Council. FREE. 1 to 5 pm. Whitaker Ponds, 7040 NE 47th Ave. 503-281-1132. oregonmetro.gov . Cannon Beach Sand Castle Day. Build a creation or watch the masters at work. FREE to watch; entry fees vary. 9 am building begins. Signs for parking, Hwy. 101. 503-436-2623. cannonbeach.org . Ft. Vancouver Village House Grand Opening. Ft. Vancouver’s new permanent exhibit, a reconstructed historic village, debuts today with costumed interpreters, archaeology demos and more. FREE with admission to Ft. Vancouver. 10 am. 1001 E 5th St. 360-816-6230. nps.gov/fova/planyourvisit/events.htm . Portland Children’s Museum Pet Hospital Opening. The Children’s Museum’s new permanent exhibit on pets and vets opens today. 9 am to 5 pm. Free with museum admission. 4015 SW Canyon Road. 503-223-6500. portlandcm.org OMSI Planetarium’s 60th Anniversary. Special activities and telescopes on the plaza. FREE with museum admission. 10 am to 4 pm. 1945 SE Water Ave. 503-797-4000. omsi.edu . Nature Nightlife. Enjoy stories and learn about nightlife in the forest. First hour in classroom, second hike. FREE, but pre-registration is required. 6 to 8 pm. Tualatin Hills Nature Park Interpretive Center, 15655 SW Millikin Way. 503-629-6350. oregonmetro.gov . SUNDAY Tualatin Summer Reading Kick-Off. Victor Johnson performs groovy music. FREE. 3 pm. Tualatin Library, 18878 SW Martinazzi. 503-691-3074. tualatinlibrary.org . Fathers Free at Portland Children’s Museum. Dads get in free with paid child. 9 am to 5 pm. 4015 SW Canyon Road. 503-223-6500. portlandcm.org . Father’s Free at AC Gilbert’s Discovery Village. Free admission for papas with one paid child admission. Noon to 5pm. AC Gilbert’s Discovery Village, 116 Marion St. NE, Salem. 503-371-3631. acgilbert.org .
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Prehistoric Predators at the Zoo (May 22 – Sept 6)
They're back from extinction and fiercer than ever! After two long years, dinosaurs have returned to amaze Oregon Zoo!
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Prehistoric Predators at the Zoo (May 22 – Sept 6)
The Oregon Zoo Has Been Invaded
Giant dinosaurs are here and they’re defending their nests.
Come explore an ancient rainforest and meet giant dinosaurs that roar and snarl. Dodge the spitting Dilophosaurus, one of the earliest carnivores. Dig for fossils, find dinosaur egg nests, and track a T. Rex. That roaring you hear in the distance?That would be the 45-foot-long Mr. T. himself. Learn what these giants ate, how they cared for their young, possible reasons they became extinct, and more. Walk the path or take the train – but don’t miss it.
They’ll be extinct again after Labor Day!
