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MontgomeryArea ZoologicalSociety

MontgomeryArea ZoologicalSociety

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Mission of the Montgomery ZooThe mission of the Montgomery Zoo is to: > improve the future for wildlife by exhibiting animals and plants; > provide educational and conservation programs; > to encourage respect and stewardship of the natural world; and > teach better understanding of our place within the world we share.

Mission goalsGoal 1: The Zoo will provide for the health and well-being of the animals in its care.

Goal 2: The Zoo will be a leader and innovator in wildlife conservation.

Goal 3: The Zoo will be an enjoyable year-round facility for all ages and income levels.

Goal 4: The Zoo will have a high quality and diverse conservation and education program.

Goal 5: The Zoo’s plant and animal collection will be available and utilized for study and research which creates better understanding of our natural environment.

Goals and mission

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Total number of individual animals 684

Total number of species 144

Animal breakdown

Species Individual

Invertebrates 1 20

Amphibians 5 8 Reptiles 29 60

Birds 51 394 Mammals 54 185

Fish 4 17

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Animal inventory summary

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Animal locations at the Montgomery ZooAfrica African ElephantsAfrican LionsReticulated GiraffeCheetahGreater KuduEast AfricanCrowned CraneDama GazelleGrant’s ZebraGunther’s Dik-DikChimpanzeeSlender-HornedGazelleSouth AfricanBlack DuckBontebokMarabou StorkEgyptian GeeseSiamang (Asian)Pygmy Hippo-----------

AustraliaBlack SwanMagpie GooseRed River hogBudgerigar Parakeet-----------

South AmericaGiant AnteaterJaguarOcelotRheaAndean CondorSquirrel MonkeysSpider MonkeysKing VultureMilitary MacawBlue & Gold MacawScarlet MacawPatagonian CavyManed WolfSloth BearAmerican AlligatorToco ToucanEmperor TamarinGolden Lion Tamarin-----------

South AmericanWaterfowl PondChilean FlamingoBlack-necked Swan-----------

South AmericanFlight CageWhite Crowned PigeonScarlet IbisSilver TealRoseate SpoonbillSilver Bahama PintailFulvous Tree DuckRinged TealCoscoroba Swan-----------

AsiaBengal TigerFormosan Sika DeerAxis DeerBlackbuckSarus CraneReeve’s MuntjacBar-headed GooseBantengIndian RhinocerosFallow DeerNilgai-----------

North AmericaBighorn SheepPrairie BisonWhite-tailed DeerAmerican Black BearAmerican ElkBald EagleCougarCanadian LynxNorth AmericanRiver OtterAmerican Alligator-----------

Old World AviaryLilac-breasted RollerRoss’ TouracoViolet-crested TouracoSacred IbisAfrican Gray ParrotPlantain-eating TouracoHamerkopCrowned hornbill-----------

Reptile HouseMollucan YellowMonitorBlood PythonMexican Tiger RatsnakeWestern Hognose SnakeSolomon Island SkinkGray banded kingsnakeGreen-tree pythonIndian Pond TurtleDwarf CaimanReticulated pythonMossy frogViper boaRhino ratsnake-----------

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Animal locations

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Endangered species at the Montgomery ZooAndean Condor (Vulture gryphus)Banteng (Bos javanicus)Cheetah (Aciononyx jubatus)Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes)Formosan Sika Deer (Cervus nippon taivanus)Indian Pond Turtle (Melanochelys trijuga trijuga)Indian Rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis)Jaguar (Panthera onca)Maned Wolf (Chrysocyon brachyurus)Ocelot (Felis pardalis)Slender-Horned Gazelle (Gazella leptoceros)

Threatened species at the Montgomery ZooSiamang (Hylobates syndactylus)American Alligator (Alligator mississippiensis)Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus)Gopher Tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus)African Elephant (Loxodonta africana)Alligator Snapping Turtle (Macrodemys temminckii)North Amercian River Otter (Lontra canadensis)Cougar (Puma concolor)Canadian Lynx (Lynx canadensis canadensis)Sloth Bear (Melursus ursinus inornatus)

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Endangered & Threatened species

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Conservation. Education. Research. Recreation.Conservation. In the modern zoo, conservation of species has become a major goal. Zoos maintain captive breeding populations of threatened and endangered species for potential reintroduction to the wild and manage the gene pools of those captive species. This has become increasingly important as the destruction of the animal’s natural habitats continue.

Education. Educating the public about the need to conserve and protect wildlife is an important component in the conservation of a species. If the visitors leave the zoo without being better informed about wildlife, the zoo has failed in its primary function. This goal can be achieved in a multitude of methods whether it be passive education through interpretive signage and creative bulletin boards or active programs and hands on activities.

Research. Biologists and zoo employees make use of captive populations by studying various animal behaviors, diet needs, veterinary methods, animal pathology and breeding requirements. The greater our knowledge of each species in captivity, the better equipped we are in helping to conserve their wild counterparts.

Recreation. If visiting a zoo were not entertaining, there would be far few visitors. Because zoos around the world have been successful in making learning nature fun, over 800 million people visit zoos annually. People also enjoy visiting zoos because they can feel “closer to nature” by getting away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Zoos are an excellent choice for a family outing and good wholesome fun.

Goals of all accredited zoos

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Street Address Montgomery Zoo 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110 Mann Wildlife Learning Museum 325 Vandiver Street, Montgomery, AL 36110

Mailing Address P.O. Box 3313, Montgomery, AL 36109

Website montgomeryzoo.com & Social Networks Friends with Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, Flickr and YouTube

Location South off Northern Blvd. between Lower Wetumpka Road and Coliseum Blvd. Access to the Zoo is available from either Northern Blvd., Vandiver Blvd., or Fairground Road. Interstate access: I-65, exit 173. I-85, exit 6.

Hours Daily 9am to 5:30pm* **, 7 days per week Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. *Last tickets are sold at 4pm, major animal exhibits begin closing at 4:30pm. ** December hours: 9am - 5pm, re-open for Christmas Lights Festival at 5:30pm

Zoo Admission Adults: $15 ($12 with advanced, school group reservation) Children (3-12 yrs old): $11 ($8.50 with advanced, school group reservation) Senior Citizens (65+): $13 Toddlers (2 yrs and younger): Free Montgomery Zoo Members: Free

Museum Admission Adults: $7 ($6 with advanced, school group reservation) Children (3-12 yrs old): $6 ($4.50 with advanced, school group reservation) Senior Citizens (65+): $6 Toddlers (2 yrs and younger): Free Mann Museum Members: Free

Combo Admission Adults: $20 ($18 with advanced, school group reservation) (Zoo & Museum) Children (3-12 yrs old): $15 ($13 with advanced, school group reservation) Senior Citizens (65+): $18 Toddlers (2 yrs and younger): Free

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

General information

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Services: Mark Sabel Overlook Cafe, Gift Shops at the Zoo’s front entry and the Mann Wildlife Learning Museum, Catering and Corporate Events, Shelters rental for parties, Educational Programs, Zoo Education Internships, Childrens’ Summer Camp (for ages 5-12 years old), Education programs (on-property or outreach), Volunteer opportunities (Parakeet Cove, Giraffe Encounter, Petting Zoo, Office, Docents, Zooteens, Events volunteers and others), Handicap accessibility, Playground, Zoo and/or Museum Membership, Adopt an Animal and Brick Pavers.

Rides and Parakeet Cove - Entry for free, $2 for feed sticksAttractions: Petting Zoo - Entry for free, $2 for feed packs Train Ride - $3 per person, per ride Giraffe Encounter Post - $3 per person, per person Zoofari Skylift Ride - $4 per person, per ride Pedal Boat Ride - $8 for the first rider, $10 for 2, $12 for 3 and $14 for 4 Lion training (on exhibit) -- 1:30pm daily Elephant Training & Encounter (on exhibit) -- 2:30pm daily

Special Events: Zoo Weekend, Animal Enrichment Days (Feb & July), Earth Day Safari, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Military Appreciation Day, Zoo Summer Camp, Zoobilation, Ballet & the Beasts, ZooBoo, Veteran’s Appreciation Week, Family Fun Days (Dino Dig, Butterflies, ABCs about Bats, Magical Creatures and others) and Christmas Lights Festival

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Name Title Work phone EmailDoug Goode Zoo Director 240-4940 dgoode@montgomeryal.gov

Marcia Woodard Deputy Director 240-4959 mwoodard@montgomeryal.gov

Dr. Hal Pate Veternarian 240-4914 victoria.socha@montgomeryal.gov

Lisa Peek Animal Care Manger 240-4912 lpeek@montgomeryal.gov

Jason Bielen Asst. Animal Care Manger 240-4912 jbielen@montgomeryal.gov

Ken Naugher Cons & Enrichment Mgr 240-4903 knaugher@montgomeryal.gov

Steven C. Pierce Program Services Manager 240-4920 scpierce@montgomeryal.gov

Open Marketing & PR Manager 240-4900 zooinfo@montgomeryal.gov

Jennifer Hutcheson Education Curator 240-4909 jhutcheson@montgomeryal.gov

Susan Michener Admissions/Gift Shop Mgr 240-4961 smichener@montgomeryal.gov

Jeremy Vinson Operations Manager 240-4919 jvinson@montgomeryal.gov

Terrell Shepherd Operations Assist. Manager 240-4969 tshepherd@montgomeryal.gov

Cade Woodruff Rides/Attractions Manager 354-6096 cwoodruff@montgomeryal.gov

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Zoo senior staff

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Mayor of the City of Montgomery

Director of Leisure Services

Zoo Director

Deputy Director

Zoo Society Board

Secretary

Animal CareManager

Conservation &Enrichment Mgr

Assistant AnimalCare Manager

Zookeeper II

Zookeeper I

Dietitian

Veterinarian

Vet Tech

Vet Interns

Security

SecuritySupervisor

SecurityOfficiers

Maintenance

Operations Manager

Horticulturist

Laborer

EquipmentOperator

Laborer

Labor Forman

Equipment Operator

Painter

Labors

Education Department

Education Curator

EducationAssistant

Education Docents

EducationInterns

ZooTeens

Marketing & PublicRelations Manager

Volunteers

Clerk II

Receptionist

AdmissionsRetail Sales

Retail SalesManager

Asst. Retail Sales Manager

Recreation Aides

Occasional Laborers

Rides and Attractions

Skylift Operators

Train Operators

Giraffe Encounter

Pedal Boats

Petting Zoo

Animal Care Department Zoo OperationsProgram Services Manager

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Montgomery Zoo organizational chart

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Zoo DirectorAdministrative work in planning, organizing, directing, supervising, and coordinating the operation and maintenance of the zoo and its facilities. Employee functions as head of the City Zoo Department and answers directly to the Mayor or his assistant.

Zoo Deputy DirectorResponsible for supervision & management of all animal care operations including husbandry, record keeping and vet care. Supervises all professional and support staff in the absence of the Zoo Director. Plans, directs, & supervises the management of all exhibits, special events, marketing relations, maintenance, education, zoo events, and activities with the public. Develops policies and procedures to ensure a smooth operation of the zoo.

Program Services ManagerSupervisory and administrative work directing and overseeing administrative services for the Montgomery Zoo to include marketing and public relations, public education, and customer and employee relations. The employee in this position is responsible for ensuring quality services are provided to all zoo patrons, directing marketing, public relations, and public education efforts, training, and development efforts. The employee directly supervises the Marketing and Public Relations Manager and Education Curator. Work is performed under the general direction of the Deputy Director and Zoo Director.

Marketing and Public Relations ManagerProfessional work planning, directing, and implementing a comprehensive marketing and public relations program in order to promote the programs, exhibitions, and activities of the zoo. The Marketing and Public Relations Manager is directly supervised by the Program Services Manager. Supervision may be exercised over paid staff and managing all volunteers at all major special events at the Zoo assigned to assist in marketing and public relations functions.

Animal Care ManagerPlans, directs, and supervises animal care operations including general husbandry of the collections, record keeping, veterinary care and exhibit facilities maintenance to insure a professional standard of operations with regard to animal health, welfare, and conservation. Receives supervision by the Deputy Zoo Director and Zoo Director.

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Zoo position descriptions

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Assistant Animal Care Manager Supervises animal care staff in the delivery care services, participates in the care of animals, inspects and monitors facilities and grounds, maintains animal records. Supervised by the Animal Care Manager.

Conservation and Enrichment MangerManage the conservation enrichment programs of the Montgomery Zoo and improve the management of animal care. Supervision is received from the Animals Care Manger. Supervision is provided to the Assistant Care Manager which includes the direct and indirect supervision of zoo keepers and maintenance workers.

Zookeeper IIPerforms specific duties in the feeding, cleaning and general husbandry of the live animal collections of the zoo. Observes animals, records behavior and condition information on reports as directed. Prepares diets and medicates animals as needed. Performs maintenance duties on facilities and exhibits in the zoo. Zookeeper II has a specific responsibility for a designated portion of the collection on a semi-permanent, non-rotating basis. Supervision is received from the Animal Care Manager and Assistant Animal Care Manager. Provides leadership to Zookeeper I’s.

Zookeeper IPerforms specific duties in the feeding, cleaning and general husbandry of the live animal collections of the zoo. Observes animals, records behavior and condition information on reports as directed. Prepares diets and medicates animals as needed. Supervision is received from the Animal Care Manager, Assistant Animal Care Manager and Zookeeper II.

Dietician Prepares daily diets for zoo animals. Works with veterinarian in preparing special diets for sick or injured animals. Researches dietary needs of newly acquired animals. Keeps kitchen and equipment maintained. Orders and maintains animal diets. Receives supervision by the Assistance Animal Care Manager and the Animal Care Manager.

Zoo VeterinarianPlans, directs and executes a comprehensive animal health program for the Montgomery Zoo including routine prophylaxis, treatment, surgery and research for all living collections. Supervision is received from the Deputy Zoo Director and Zoo Director. Supervision is exercised over any personnel permanently or temporarily assigned to the Zoo animal health sub-division.

Zoo Veterinary TechnicianCleans and feeds all mammals and birds quarantined in the Zoo Clinic and adjacent outdoor pens. Assists the veterinarian in medical procedures. Takes x-rays and maintains equipment. Maintains inventory of drugs and supplies, places replacement orders. Fills prescriptions, calculates drug dosages, and administers medications to the animals. Keeps records including computer data entry for anesthesia records, parasitology and blood results. Supervision is received from Zoo Veterinarian.

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Zoo Operations ManagerPlans, directs and supervises the maintenance, security and landscaping operations of the zoo including equipment maintenance, inventory maintenance and control; building maintenance and general grounds maintenance to insure a high standard of appearance and cost efficient maintenance of the zoo’s physical plant. Work is performed under the direction of the Deputy Director and Zoo Director.

Horticulturist Under general direction, supervises the landscaping and planting of all areas of the zoo. Work involves responsibility for the propagation and care of ornamental and other plants used in the zoo and exhibits. Receives supervision by the Zoo Operations Manager

Education CuratorPlans and directs Zoo Education programming to include developing programs content, maintaining materials, supplies and equipment associated with educational activities, determining appropriate fee, schedules for programs and services provided by the education division, overseeing fee collection and serving as a liaison to community schools. Work involves recruiting, training and coordinating the activities of volunteers. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Program Services Manager.

Admissions/Guest Services ManagerPlans and directs zoo retail operations and admissions. Supervises all admission and gift shop employees. Orders merchandise for the gift shop and performs inventory of all merchandise. Determines pricing for gift shop merchandise. Receives supervision from the Deputy Director.

Rides/Attractions ManagerPlans and directs zoo rides and attractions and the personnel that work in those areas. Supervises all train operators, employees and volunteers working at the horse trail rides, pedal boat rides and the giraffe encounter. Receives supervision from the Deputy Director and Zoo Director.

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What began in a small downtown park in Montgomery, Alabama has now grown, expanded and become a premiere American zoological facility. The Montgomery Zoo started with humble beginnings as a small children’s zoo as a part of a local community park in the 1920s. While at Oak Park, the zoo housed alligators, monkeys, bears and assorted other animals. There was a small train and carousel for the children.

As the years passed and dreams grew, in 1972 the Montgomery Zoo relocated to the quickly expanding north section of town, and still its current location. The Zoo began with six acres, a small petting zoo for the children, assorted monkeys, a flight cage designed after the 1906 St. Louis World’s Fair and chimpanzee named Benji.

In 1976, the Montgomery Zoo hosted its first fundraising event entitled Zoo Day. This initial event grew to become an annual event and even take on a new name: Zoo Weekend. Today, an average Zoo Weekend will play host to over 18,000 guests. In 1989, ground-breaking took place expanding the Zoo to 40 acres. After two years of hard labor, the community welcomed a new Zoo in 1991. Barrier-free and multi-species exhibits highlighted the expansion, as well as, the Zoo being divided into five continental realms: Africa, Australia, Asia, North America and South America.

Since then the Zoo has continued to grow and expand. In 1992, the cougar and lynx exhibit was opened in North American realm, the Reptile House, jaguar, and ocelot exhibit were completed in South America, as well as, the new chimpanzee and siamang exhibits opened in the Africa realm. In 1993, the bengal tiger exhibit opened in the Asian realm with one white and one orange tiger. In 1995, the bald eagle exhibit opened in North American realm and Monkey Island was completely renovated in South America.

In 1996 , the new American black bear exhibit opened and our first baby cheetah was born. A few years later in 1998, the maned wolf and Indian rhino exhibit opened. In 1999, the new front gate entrance and gift shop opened. In 2003, the Mann Wildlife Learning Museum was completed and opened on Zoo property. In 2004, probably our largest undertaking began: the building of our African elephant exhibit. After a year of hard work and sweat, the exhibit opened housing three female elephants. And almost two years to the date of opening the exhibit, our first African elephant was born. This is the first African elephant born in the State of Alabama. In the same year (2007), we also experienced the first Indian rhino to be born at the Montgomery Zoo: a male calf. In March of 2008, the North American River Otter exhibit opened featuring two river otters and an addition habitat for a North American Alligator Snapping Turtle. In June 2010, the Zoo opened the Giraffe Encounter and feeding stations at the river otters and koi fish ponds. The following year, the both Parakeet Cove and Horse Trail Rides were added to our list of animal encounters. In August 2012, the Zoofari Skylift Ride set sail atop the Zoo providing guests with spectacular views of the many exhibits and animals below.

History of the Montgomery Zoo

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1920 41 acres was set aside in Oak Park for the citizens of Montgomery

1935 Oak Park received the first animals

1960 Oak Park closed for the next 11 years due to racial violence

1967 New zoo location, 6 acres set aside for new zoo (current land)

1971 Jim Amon appointed 1st Zoo Director Paul Foster hired as 1st Zookeeper Changed name of facility to “Montgomery Children’s Zoo” Zoo Office / Concessions building, flight cage , and monkey island completed

1972 John Heidger appointed Zoo Director Zoo officially opened on May 6 1st Zoo Education Officer hired Bengi (6 month old chimp) came to the Zoo

1973 Education / Administration building on Vandiver Blvd completed

1974 Name changed to “Montgomery Zoo” C.B. Rogers appointed Zoo Director

1975 Alligator Exhibit, Chimp House, Safari shelter constructed

1976 1st Zoo Day fund raiser Dixieland Zoological Society incorporated Robert Cooper appointed Zoo Director

1979 Chuck Clift appointed Zoo Director

1983 Mark Sabel appointed to work on Master Plan for New Montgomery Zoo

Montgomery Zoo timeline

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1988 Zoo Society name changed to Montgomery Area Zoological Society

1989 Official ground breaking for The New Montgomery Zoo

1990 Bill Fiore appointed Zoo Director & Construction on new 40 acre zoo begins

1991 Grand opening of The New Montgomery Zoo on September 21 with 5 realms & multi-species exhibits Montgomery Area Zoological Society adopts nickname “Zoo Friends”

1992 Cougar / Lynx exhibit in North American Realm completed Reptile House, Jaguar, & Ocelot exhibit completed Chimpanzee & Colobus Monkey exhibit opens in African Realm

1993 Bengal Tiger exhibit opens in Asia Realm with 1 white and 1 gold tiger

1995 Bald Eagle exhibit opens in North America & Monkey Island renovated in South America

1996 New American Black Bear exhibit completed Spectacled Bears arrived First baby cheetah born

1998 Maned wolf and Indian rhino exhibit opens Paul Foster appointed Zoo Director

1999 New Front Entrance Complex and Gift Shop opens Spectacled Bear exhibit opens

2001 Doug Goode appointed Zoo Director First Annual Earth Day Safari Old World Aviary opens

2003 Mann Wildlife Learning Museum was completed and opened

2004 Construction began on the African Elephant Habitat

2005 African Elephant Habitat opened with three female elephants

2007 Broke ground for North American River Otter Habitat First rhino born at the Montgmery Zoo born October 1, male calf First African elephant born in the State of Alabama at the Montgomery Zoo, born November 9, female calf

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2008 North American River Otter exhibit opens

2009 New playgroud equipment is added New Toucan and Emperor Tamarins exhibit opens Sloth bear exhibit opens

2010 Birth of male giraffe and opening of Giraffe Encounter Post, June 6 Birth of two white Bengal tiger cubs, male and female, June 9 Three record breaking fundraisers, Zoobilation, ZooBoo and Christmas Lights Festival New attraction approved: Zoofari Skylift ride, construction begins in late 2011

2011 Special needs playground opens Spring 2011 Zoofari Skylift ride, construction begins in late 2011 Horse Trail Rides, opens Zoo Weekend 2011 Parakeet Cove, construction begins in Fall 2011

2012 Parakeet Cove, opens Winter 2012 Inaugural Zoo Brew, May 4 40th Anniversary of Zoo (Northern Blvd location), May 6 Opening of Zoofari Skylift Ride, August 31

2013 Petting Zoo, opens Summer 2013 Construction begins on new American Alligator exhibit, late Fall 2013

2014 New American Alligator exhibit, opens August 2014

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ARTICLE I :: NAMESection 1. The name of this corporation is the Montgomery Area Zoological Society, Inc., hereinafter

referred to as “the Society.”

ARTICLE II :: MEMBERSHIPSection 1. Eligibility for Membership:

Any individual, single household family, business or any other group may become a member of the Society in the manner set forth in Section 3 of this article.

Section 2. Conditions of Membership:The Board of Directors of the Society may create or delete various classes of a. membership in the Society as deemed beneficial to the Society and/or the Montgomery Zoo.

The annual dues for each class of membership shall be established by the Board of b. Directors and may be revised from time to time at the discretion of the Board of Directors.

Notice of any change in membership class or annual dues shall be made to the c. membership by publication in the Society newsletter.

Changes of membership classes or dues shall be applied to existing memberships only d. at the time of renewal.

No member in good or regular standing, holding membership in a class affected by the e. aforesaid action of the Board of Directors, shall be denied the benefits of that class during the current term of membership.

Honorary Life Members may be selected by the Board of Directors from persons whose f. contributions to the Society are, in the opinion of the Board of Directors, of sufficient magnitude to warrant extraordinary recognition. Honorary Life Members shall have all the rights and privileges of membership to the extent of that granted by the Board of Directors.

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Montgomery Area Zoological Society Bylaws of the MAZS, Inc.

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All memberships except Honorary Life Members and Life Members are for a period of g. one (1) year from date of issuance and are renewable annually.

Failure to pay the annual membership fee by the first day of the month following h. expiration date shall subject a member to forfeiture of membership in the Society.

Section 3. Applications for Membership:Application for membership in the Society shall be made in writing in such form as may a. be prescribed by the Board of Directors.

Applications for membership may be made by mail or at such place as may be provided b. by the Society at special locations or activities approved by the Board. Applicants at these locations shall be issued a temporary thirty (30) day membership card, signed by the person receiving the application. The card shall entitle the member to immediate privileges of the class of membership designated on the card.

Applications for membership shall be processed by the Society in the following manner:c.

New members shall be issued a membership card good for one (1) calendar year i. from the date of issue.

No application for membership in the Society not accompanied by proper payment ii. of the class of membership applied for shall be accepted. Such applications shall be returned to the applicant or, with the applicant’s approval, be processed for a class of membership commensurate with the amount of payment tendered.

ARTICLE III :: MEETINGSSection 1. Annual Meeting:

An annual meeting of the Society membership shall be called during the last meeting of the calendar year at such place, date and time as designated by the Board of Directors.

Section 2. Special Called Meetings of the Membership:Special meetings of the membership of the Society may be held at such place as designated in the notice of said meeting. A special meeting may be called at any time by the President or in his/her absence by three (3) officers of the Society.

Section 3. Notice of Meetings:Notice of the time, place and purpose of an annual or special called meeting of the membership shall be mailed to the membership of the Society at least ten (10) days prior to such meeting.

Section 4. Duly Organized Meetings:A duly organized meeting is one that meets the requirements specified in Article III, Sections 2 and 3 above.

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Section 5. Voting:At any meeting of the Society membership, each membership in good and regular a. standing (except as limited below), not in arrears in dues shall be entitled to cast one vote. Separate members of the same household are entitled to one (1) vote per household.

Any proposition properly brought before a duly organized meeting of the Society may b. be acted upon provided a quorum of the membership is present.

A quorum for the transaction of business at a duly organized meeting shall consist of a c. minimum of ten (10) eligible voting memberships.

Section 6. Adjourned Meetings:If less than a quorum of the members is represented at a meeting, a majority of the a. members so represented may adjourn the meeting to another date and time without further notice.

At such adjourned meetings at which a quorum shall be present of represented, any b. business may be transacted which might have been transacted at the meeting as originally notified.

The members present at a duly organized meeting may continue to transact business c. until adjournment, notwithstanding the withdrawal of enough members to leave less that a quorum.

Section 7. Removal of an Office or Director:The members of the Society shall have the right to remove, by majority vote of the members present in good and regular standing, any director or officer of the Society at any meeting of the membership for which notice of the matter of such removal is specified in the call for the meeting.

ARTICLE IV :: BOARD OF DIRECTORSSection 1. Responsibilities of the Board of Directors:

The business and property of the Society shall be managed by a Board of Directors a. consisting of not less than eighteen (18) nor more than thirty-six (36) members. These members will include Executive Board and Board of Directors, appointed representative, Mayor’s representative, Chamber/Tourism representative, and military representative, excluding ex-officio members.

The Board of Directors may create from its body of elected members an Executive b. Board. The Executive Board shall include the president, vice-presidents, secretary, treasurer and such committee chairmen as desired by the president.

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Directors shall be elected to serve for a term of up to three (3) years. Directors shall c. assume their duties in January.

Section 2. Election of Directors:At the Annual Meeting, Society members may nominate for director members in good and regular standing to fill vacancies and on the Board of Directors. The list of nominees shall be presented at the annual Board of Directors meeting for consideration as provided in Section 4a below.

Section 3. Meetings of the Board of Directors: A Board of Directors meeting shall be held immediately after the adjournment of a. the annual meeting for the purpose of electing new directors and officers for the forthcoming year.

The Board of Directors shall meet at regular intervals of not less than ninety (90) days to b. transact such business that may properly come before the body.

Executive Board Meetings and responsibilities:c. The president of the society, or in his/her absence the 1st vice-president, may call i. an Executive Board meeting by notifying the Executive Board members as to the time and place for said meeting.

The Executive Board may approve expenditures that fall within the approved ii. Society budget.

The Executive Board may employ full or part-time staff as required to manage the iii. daily business of the Society.

The Executive Board may delegate to such employees such duties as required iv. to conduct the daily business of the Society. The delegation of duties to staff employees shall not abrogate responsibility of any officer as set forth in these bylaws.

Special meetings of the full Board of Directors may be called by the President or in d. his/her absence by the 1st Vice-President, or by at least three elected officers of the Society.

Adjourned Board Meetingse. If less than a quorum of the directors is represented at a meeting, a majority of i. the directors so represented may adjourn the meeting to another day and without further notice.

At such meetings at which a quorum shall be present or represented, any business ii. maybe transacted which might have transacted at the meeting as originally notified.

Restrictionsf. Should two or more members of the same household be elected to the Board of i.

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Directors, they shall have one (1) vote per household in matters coming before the Board.

No director of the society shall received pecuniary compensation from the society ii. for service as a director.

Quorumg. A forum for the transaction of business at any regular, special or adjourned meeting of the Board of Directors shall consist of one-third (1/3) of the Board of Directors or five (5) directors, whichever is more.

h. Vacancies Vacancies on the Board of Directors shall be filled by the Nominating Committee at any

regular or special Board of Director’s meeting.

Section 4. Election of Officers: The officers shall be elected by the Board of Directors at a meeting immediately following

the annual meeting or as determined by the Board, to serve for a term of two (2) years and shall assume the duties of the office upon election. Office of presidency shall be limited to two (2) consecutive terms, not to exceed four (4) years. Elected officers shall hold office until their successors have duly elected and qualified.

Section 5. Duties of Elected Officers: The Officers of the Society shall be a president, a first vice-president, second vice-president,

or more vice-presidents (the number thereof to be determined by the board of directors from time-to-time), Secretary and Treasurer. These last two offices may be held by one individual at the discretion of the Board.

President:a. The president shall preside at all meetings of the Board of Directors and at all meetings of the members of the Society, and shall sign all written contracts for the Society, and perform all such other duties as are incident to the office of the President.

1st Vice president:b. The 1st Vice-President shall, in the absence and/or disability of the President, perform the duties and exercise the powers of the President, and shall perform such other duties as the President and Board of Directors shall prescribe.

2nd Vice president:c. The 2nd Vice-President shall, in the absence and/or disability of the President and 1st Vice-President, perform the duties and exercise the powers of the President, and shall perform such other duties as the President and Board of Directors shall prescribe.

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Secretary:d. The Secretary shall issue notices of all Director’s and Society meetings, attend and keep the minutes of all meetings, attest with signature all written contracts of the Society, and otherwise perform all other duties as are incident to the office.

Treasurer:e. The Treasurer shall have custody of all monies and securities of the Society i. and shall be bonded in such sum and with surety as the directors may require, conditioned upon the faithful performance of the duties of this office.

The Treasurer shall keep or supervise the keeping of all financial records of the ii. Society and shall submit a written report of the general financial condition of the Society at each regular Board of Director’s meeting. A fiscal year financial report shall be presented to the general membership at the annual meeting of the Society.

The Treasurer shall furnish such records of the Society as may be required for iii. an annual audit of Society business. The auditor’s report shall be directed to the Society president for review.

The Treasurer shall sign checks of the society. In addition to the signature of the iv. treasurer, all checks drawn on the Society shall be countersigned by another officer or employee as the end date designated by the Board of Directors.

Section 6. Vacancies:In the event of a vacancy in the office of one or more of the elected offices above, the office shall be filled by the Board of Directors at any regular or special board meeting.

Section 7. Removal of Officers or Directors:A Society Officer or Director maybe removed at any time by a two-thirds (2/3) vote a. of the full Board of Directors at a regular meeting of the Board or a special meeting of the Board called for that purpose.

Officers or Directors may be removed from office by action of the membership as b. provided for in Article 3, Section 7.

A director can be required to vacate the office of director at such time as said c. director ceases to maintain membership in the Society in good and regular standing and/or when said director, in the opinion of the Board, no longer actively support the goals of the Society or has three (3) consecutive unexcused absences.

Section 8. Ex-officio Directors:The Director of the Montgomery Zoo shall serve as a non-voting, ex-officio member of the Board of Directors in an advisory capacity.

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ARTICLE V :: COMMITTEESSection 1. The president, with the concurrence of the board, may appoint such committees as deemed

advisable. The President and 1st Vice-President shall serve as ex-officio members of all committees except the Nominating Committee.

Section 2. All committee members must be members of the Society in good and regular standing.

Section 3. All committees shall be subject to the call of their respective chairman.

Section 4. Committee chairmen may select additional members of the Society or community to serve as subcommittees as deemed necessary.

Section 5. Committee chairmen shall report to the Board of Directors and/or meetings of the Society as requested by the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE VI :: BUDGETSection 1. At the first meeting of the Board of Directors after the annual meeting, the Treasurer and

Finance Committee shall submit a budget for the new fiscal year for review and approval by the Board of Directors.

ARTICLE VII :: ENDOWMENT FUNDSection 1. A separate account entitled the Montgomery Area Zoological Society Endowment Fund

shall be maintained for accepting donations, gifts, contributions and bequests especially designated for and to said fund.

Section 2. The Society’s Board of Directors are authorized, and required, to proceed immediately to establish a charitable trust know as the Montgomery Area Zoological Society Perpetual Endowment Trust (hereinafter referred to as “the Trust”) and to transfer and convey all the assets and money in said fund, both principal and interest to the Trust upon its creation. Pending the creation of the Trust, the Society Board of Directors is authorized to expend income derived from said Fund to further the purposes of the Society, but are prohibited from expending, transferring or conveying the principal, or any part thereof, to any entity other than the Trust.

Section 3. Immediately before the creation of the Trust, a five member Board of Trustees shall be created for the administration thereof. Trustees shall consist of the President and immediate past President of the Society and three members of the Society Board of Directors elected by that Board to serve as Trustees. Of the initial three (3) elected

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Trustees, one shall have a term of one year, another a term of two years, and the last a three year term as Trustee. Re-election and/or appointment of the Trustees shall be governed by the Trust Agreement.

Section 4. Upon execution and creation of the Trust, said Trust shall be operated and administered according to the terms of said Trust and not by the Constitution and/or by-laws of the Society.

Section 5. Notwithstanding any other provisions in this the Bylaws of the Society this Article VII shall not be subject to amendment or repeal either by the Board of Directors or members of the Society.

ARTICLE VIII :: TERMINATIONSection 1. In the event of the dissolution of said Society, after discharge of all liabilities and obligations

of the Society, all assets thereof remaining shall be conveyed and transferred to the City of Montgomery, as a special fund for the exclusive purpose of acquiring animals or funding capital improvements for the Montgomery Zoo, after absolving the 501C3 status.

ARTICLE IX :: AMENDMENTSSection 1. Amendments to the Bylaws of the Society shall be made only at the annual or special

meeting thereof by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the members present. Notice of proposition to amend shall be given to the voting membership not less than ten (10) days prior to the meeting wherein the proposition is to be voted.

Revised, amended and adopted January 15, 2013, at a special called meeting of the membership.

EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS Charles Smith, City Council (District #2) Tracy Larkin, City Council (District #3) Scott Miller, City of Montgomery, Director of Leisure Services Doug Goode, City of Montgomery, Zoo Director

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Janey Whitten Sabel, President

Kenneth White, 1st Vice President

Cassandra Crosby McCollough, 2nd Vice President

John Mastin, Treasurer

Krista Hawkins, Secretary

Bill Hardin, Immediate Past President

Joyce Hobbs, Executive Board Member Emeritus

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Montgomery Area Zoological Society 2015 Executive Officers

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Jeanne Charbonneau

Rachael Gallagher

Dawn Hathcock

Dr. Mary Hampton

Delbert Madison John Curran Sullivan, III

Scarlette Tuley

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Montgomery Area Zoological Society 2015 Term expires in November 2015

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Nan Barganier

Adam Causey

Denise Greene

Marianne McLeod

Amanda Spiers

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Montgomery Area Zoological Society 2015 Term expires in November 2016

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Candy Capel Jennifer Crumpton Dottye S. Hannan

Jamie Hodges

Christine Prewitt Paul K. Walker

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Montgomery Area Zoological Society 2015 Term expires in November 2017

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Stephen Dees Michael Gallops

Sommerville Hill Tina Joly Melody Jones Dr. Joyce Loyd-Davis Lila McNair Betty Roberts

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Montgomery Area Zoological Society 2015 Term expires in November 2018

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Ex-officio membersCharles Smith City Council (District #2)

Tracy Larkin City Council (District #3)

Scott Miller Director of Leisure Services, City of Montgomery

Advisory Board members Jackie Kennedy Amis Lynn Bright

Brooks Darby Benita Froemming

Guy Davis, Jr. Mike Hart

Judy Lowry

Tina McManama Laura Strickland

Bill Wallace

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

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The Honorable Bobby Bright & Mrs. Lynn Bright

Betty Brislin

Rick Brown

Paul J. Foster

Dottye S. Hannan Joyce Hobbs

George E. Mann

George P. Mann

Sarah McKemey Rita Sabel

Montgomery Zoo, dated February 4, 2015

Montgomery Area Zoological Society 2015 Life members

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I. Fundraising Objectives - Recommendations for increasing MAZS revenue - Solicit private/public foundations for funding in coordination with the Zoo Director, Zoo Deputy Director and Long-range Executive Officers - Solicit appropriate local and state representatives for monies in coordination with the Director, Deputy Director and Executive Officers Objectives specific to Fundraising - Coordinate with Zoo and local/regional/national businesses to raise funds for the Zoo and/or Museum - Work with local/regional/national businesses concerning event and corporate sponsorship - Solicit regional/local/national business partners/sponsors in an effort to cross-promote the Zoo and/or Museum - Cross promote Zoo and Museum to local/regional businesses to build public awareness - Seek/apply for federal/government/charitable grants for expansion, development and education needs

II. Membership Objectives - Assist with membership drives, collateral material development and renewal mailings - Assist with corporate memberships involving local, regional and national businesses - Assist with special event mailings, providing contacts and contact information - Develop marketing piece featuring savings from zoo membership (promote value) > Corporate, Individual, Family, Grandparents and Upper-level donors - Develop more efficient and effective manner to process membership information and cards - Cross market the Zoo/Museum when possible - Work directly with Special Events committee to combine efforts > Hold membership drives during special events, cross-promote each other’s efforts

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Montgomery Area Zoological Society 2015 Committee Outline

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III. Special Events Objectives - Attend special event meetings at the Zoo office and work as a liaison between the MAZS and the Zoo/Museum - Coordinate Board involvement for each special event i.e., Animal Enrichment Day (2), Zoo Weekend, ZooBrew, Earth Day Safari (2), Zoobilation, ZooBoo and Christmas Lights Festival > Membership Table > Brick Sale > Animal Adoptions > Bake Sale > Ticket Sales, etc. - Assist in special event mailings, specifically for grand openings and MAZS hosted events - Assist with the overall marketing thrust of activities during special events (i.e., hang posters, work with local media (TV/newspaper interviews), help decorate, etc.)

IV. TourismObjectives - Coordinate with local and regional hotel chains, social/civic groups and tourist organizations - Distribute brochures/marketing materials to hotels, visitor centers and tourist organizations - Work with Chamber of Commerce to develop tourism packages with other local attractions - Cross-market Zoo/Museum with other local attractions and/or events - Individual and cross promote Zoo/Museum events with other local events - Attend meetings to advise the Zoo on ways to promote and market the Zoo and Museum - Work with Special Events and Long-range Planning committees to keep local and regional hotel chains, social/civic groups and tourist organizations aware of Zoo events and new exhibits

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Date Time Location Tuesday, January 20 Noon Mann Museum Banquet Room

Tuesday, March 17 Noon Mann Museum Banquet Room

Tuesday, May 19 Noon Mann Museum Banquet Room

Tuesday, July 21 Noon Mann Museum Banquet Room

Tuesday, September 15 Noon Mann Museum Banquet Room

Tuesday, November 17* Noon Mann Museum Banquet Room

*Annual meeting (all Montgomery Zoo members are invited to attend)

Executive Committee meets at 11:30am prior to Board meeting at noon.

---------------------------- Lunch will be served. Please RSVP your attendance to all meetings so we can properly prepare lunch quantities. RSVP to the Zoo at (334) 240-4900. Thank you!

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Montgomery Area Zoological Society 2015 Board meeting schedule

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Event: Volunteer Docent BanquetDate and time: Tuesday, Jan 27, 2015 @ 6:00pmContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: Dinner and banquet celebrating and awarding Zoo Education Department volunteers. All Montgomery Zoo docents and zooteens are welcome to join in this event allowing the Zoo staff and boards members the opportunity to say thank you for all their hard work during the year. By invitation only.

Event: Animal Enrichment DayDate and time: Saturday, Feb 21, 2015 @ 10:00am – 2:00pmContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: From zoo animals to our pets at home and even including us, we all need enrichment: a chance to smell a new scent, taste a new flavor, play a new game or figure out a puzzle. Enrichment is an effort to tap into and stimulate our basic five senses: touch, sight, smell, taste and hearing. The result is to stimulate behaviors resembling those for that species in a wild. It is a lot of trial and error, but it is always fun. Join us Saturday, Feb 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm.

Event: Volunteer Appreciation BrunchDate and time: Saturday, Feb 28, 2015 @ 10:00am – noonContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: Brunch and banquet celebrating and awarding the Zoo’s loyal and dedicated volunteers. All Montgomery Zoo volunteers are welcome to join in this event allowing the Zoo staff and boards members the opportunity to say thank you for all their hard work during the year. After the brunch, volunteers spend the day in the Zoo with friends and family. By invitation only.

Event: Zoo WeekendDate and time: Saturday and Sunday, April 11-12, 2015 @ 9:00am – 6:00pm dailyContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: Festive environment with live entertainment, games, rides, concessions and animals from around the world. Enjoy the many activities, fantastic food and have fun together at an affordable price. It is also an excellent opportunity to take advantage of discounted memberships.

Montgomery Zoo, dated January 20, 2015

Montgomery Area Zoological Society 2015 Special events schedule

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Event: Earth Day Safari – Educational event/programDate and time: Tuesday and Wednesday, April 21-22, 2015 @ 9:00am – 2:00pm dailyContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: Designed with school groups in mind, the Zoo’s Earth Day Safari is a fun and educational field trip for students. Students and teachers can participate in an Endangered Species Scavenger Hunt, play Earth Day Trivia games, see live animal presentations, enjoy one-on-one animal experiences and keeper talks. Group discounts available, advanced reservations required.

Event: Dino Dig – Educational event/programDate and time: Saturday, May 2, 2015 @ 10:00am – NoonContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: Go on an archeological dig and discover bones from the past. Make new discoveries and new friends. Geared for boys and girls, 4-10 years old, advanced reservations required. Join us Saturday, May 2 and get a little dirty. Event: Mother’s DayDate and time: Sunday, May 10, 2015 @ 9:00am – 5:30pmContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: FREE ADMISSION FOR ALL MOMS. Celebrate Mother’s Day at the Montgomery Zoo. All Moms receive FREE admission to the Montgomery Zoo and the Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. Join us for Mother’s Day.

Event: Zoo Summer CampDate and time: Monday - Friday, June 1 – July 24, 2015, full and half day camps availableContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: Zoo Summer Camp is a fun-filled, educational wildlife experience. Geared for boys and girls, 5-12 years old, half-day and full-day camps available. Montgomery Zoo members may begin registering as early as Feb 3, 2015, non-members may begin registering on April 15, 2015. Advanced reservations are required.

Event: Father’s DayDate and time: Sunday, June 21, 2015 @ 9:00am – 5:30pmContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: FREE ADMISSION FOR ALL DADS. Celebrate Father’s Day at the Montgomery Zoo. All Dads receive FREE admission to the Montgomery Zoo and the Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. Join us for Father’s Day.

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Event: Military Appreciation DayDate and time: Thursday, June 18, 2015 @ 9:00am – 5:30pmContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: FREE ADMISSION FOR ALL MILITARY PERSONNEL AND FAMILIES. All military personnel and their immediate family members receive FREE admission to the Zoo and the Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. Food, drinks and assorted refreshments are also provided. Thank you for proudly serving.

Event: Animal Enrichment DayDate and time: Saturday, July 18, 2015 @ 10:00am – 2:00pmContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: From zoo animals to our pets at home and even including us, we all need enrichment: a chance to smell a new scent, taste a new flavor, play a new game or figure out a puzzle. Enrichment is an effort to tap into and stimulate our basic five senses: touch, sight, smell, taste and hear. The result is to stimulate behaviors resembling those for that species in a wild. It is a lot of trial and error, but it is always fun.

Event: Magical Creatures -- Education event/programDate and time: Saturday, Aug 8, 2015 @ 10:00am - NoonContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: Meet some of the magical animals that are featured in movies like Harry Potter series and The Hobbit. You will get a chance to meet animals up close, learn about them in their habitats, and take home some special prizes for yourself. Make new discoveries and new friends. Geared for boys and girls, 4-10 years old, advanced reservations required. Join us August 8.

Event: Annual Upper-level Members and Donors BrunchDate and time: Saturday, August 15, 2015 @ 10:00am – NoonContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: A zoo-themed brunch celebrating and thanking loyal and dedicated upper-level members and donors. Guests enjoy a wonderfully prepared brunch, time with Zoo Senior staff and a special behind the scenes tour. Afterwards, guests are treated to wildlife adventure and day at the Zoo with friends and family. By invitation only, please RSVP attendance.

Event: Zoobilation: The wildest party in town!Date and time: Thursday, Sept 17, 2015 @ 6:00pm – 10:00pmContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: Dance to the groove, delight in drinks and food samplings from the finest eateries in the River Region, try your luck at the vast collection of auction items and rub elbows with the area’s finest animal lovers. Zoobilation is a fundraiser geared for adults only. All guests must be 21 years old or older to attend. Tickets are $TBA, purchased online at montgomeryzoo.com, at the Zoo’s gift shop and museum.

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Event: Ballet and the BeastsDate and time: Friday, Sept 25, 2015 @ 6:00pm – 10:00pmContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: Enjoy the Montgomery Ballet in a FREE performance under stars at the Montgomery Zoo. Admission is FREE, picnic blankets and chairs are welcome. Join us Friday night, Sept 25, gates open at 6:00pm, the performance will begin at dusk.

Event: ZooBooDate and time: October 15-18, 22-25 and 29-31, 2015 @ 6:00pm – 9:00pm nightly Contact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: Join us for 11 nights of horror and fun at ZooBoo. Climb aboard the thrill ride of a lifetime Haunted Hay ride or mosey on over to the Pumpkin Pull for a good old-fashioned, non-scary traditional hay ride. Enjoy assorted Halloween-themed games, bouncy castles, petting zoo, concessions and much more at ZooBoo. Gates open at 6:00pm, the first Haunted Hay Ride will pull out at dusk.

Event: Veteran’s Appreciation WeekDate and time: November 8-14, 2015 @ 9:00am – 5:30pm dailyContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: Join the Montgomery Zoo in thanking the proud men and women of the armed forces. During Veterans Day Week, all veterans, active military personnel and immediate family members receive a 50% DISCOUNT on regular admission to the Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. Participants must provide a valid military identification to receive discount. Thank you for your service and dedication.

Event: Christmas Lights FestivalDate and time: December 3-6, 10-13 and 17-31, 2015 @ 5:30pm – 9:30pm nightlyContact: (334) 240-4900 | montgomeryzoo.com | facebook.com/montgomeryzooandmannmuseumLocation: Montgomery Zoo, 2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery, AL 36110Event description: See the Montgomery Zoo transformed into a Winter Wonderland sparkling with thousands of lights. Take a leisurely stroll, a brisk train ride or see the lights atop the Zoofari Skylift Ride. Visit Santa, enjoy the nightly live entertainment, craft hut, petting zoo… and no winter’s night would be complete without some warming hot chocolate and fresh baked cookies.