Catapalooza

press release: Dane County’s Henry Vilas Zoo will host Catapalooza on May 18. During this big cat conservation day, visitors will be able to admire the zoo’s African lions, Amur tiger, and learn more about how the keepers takes care of them at the zoo. A full list of scheduled activities can be found below:

12:00-3:30pm: Conservation Table (Near the Amur Tiber Exhibit), Enrichment Crafting (Near the North American Porcupine Exhibit), Thumbprint Pledge (Near the Viewing Glass at the Tiger and Lion Exhibits)

12:30pm   Amur Tiger Keeper Chat and Training

1:00pm Story Time (Near the North American Porcupine Exhibit)

1:30pm  Amur Tiger Enrichment

2:30pm  African Lion Keeper Chat and Training

3:00pm  Story Time (Near the North American Porcupine Exhibit)

Henry Vilas Zoo enthusiasts can also begin registering for Zoo Run Wild. Taking place on September 29, members of the public will be able to run 10K or 5K distances at the zoo, and children can participate in the Wild Child Fun Run. This year’s Zoo Run Wild theme is all about community, and participants will be able write down why they are running in the race—whether it be for animal conservation, the future of a certain species, or a favorite zoo animal. Those interested in running can now register online at https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/Madison/TheMadisonZooRun.