Duty Officer Report Form

The Zoo is OPEN today!

Enter 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (exit by 6 p.m.)

Weekend Duty Officer – 5/4/2025Heather Dishon
Late Animal ManagerKatka
Animal ManagerMcKinney
Vet Staff
Veterinarian On-Call  4/25-5/1Erica Lipanovich
Computer On-Call Abel (502) 295-5052
Hiserote (402) 750-1557
Weekend Duty Officer – 5/10/25John Bechtler

Groups and Special Events

 

EventLocationStartEnd
Qannik’s Beary Happy Holiday – Scavenger Hunt Only – Ends 12/31/24, winners will be contacted by 1/10/25ParkwideAllDay

FREE

 

Boma Petting Zoo10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
(Weather dependent)
OPEN
Butterflies n’ Blooms ExhibitOpens May 17, 2025!CLOSED
Lorikeet Landing10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Weather dependent)
 OPEN
Splash ParkOpens Memorial Day weekend!CLOSED
Wallaroo Walkabout10:00 a.m.4:00 p.m.
(Weather dependent)
OPEN
Zoo Tram10:00 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.
(Wait time may be 15 minutes for the tram to arrive at your stop, suggested $1.00 donation)
OPEN

ADDITIONAL COST

Camel Feedings1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
OPEN
Camel Rides10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
OPEN
Carousel10:00 a.m.5:30 p.m.
(Dependent on weather & maintenance)
OPEN
Giraffe Feedings 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
(Feeding dependent on giraffe interest, weather, & habitat maintenance)
OPEN
Kaman’s Art10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Visit us at the Main Plaza and the Australia Zone.
OPEN
Lorikeet Feeding10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
(Weather dependent)
OPEN
Ropes Course10:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.OPEN

These schedules are updated before the Zoo opens at 10:00. each morning and are subject to change without notice. Animal viewing is subject to regular Zoo maintenance and the cooperation of weather and animals.

 

African OutpostAfrica ZoneOPEN (10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)*
Bomassa Soft ServeAfrica ZoneOPEN (10:30 a.m. – 5:45 p.m.)*
The CoopSplash ParkCLOSED
Dippin’ DotsAustralia ZoneOPEN (10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.)*
Dippin’ Dots GorillaOPEN (10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.)*
Kentucky Canteen Main PlazaOPEN (9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.)*
Kooka Coolers Australia ZoneOPEN (10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.)*
Lakeside Smokehouse Deck by MetaZooOPEN (10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)*
Snack Shack Africa ZoneCLOSED
Wild BurgerAustralia ZoneOPEN (11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)*

*Times may vary based on weather, staffing, maintenance, and attendance.

 

Main Plaza Gift ShopMain PlazaOPEN (10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.)*
Main Plaza Outdoor Gift ShopMain PlazaOPEN (10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.)*
Congo Trading PostGorillaCLOSED

*Times may vary based on weather, staffing, maintenance, and attendance.

Animals

Polar BearsIntroductions with Qannik and Bo are dynamic with ebbs and flows. They may be on rotation together or separately. ON EXHIBIT 
CamelsVisit the camels in the Africa Zone near the lions and zebras.ON EXHIBIT
ElephantWeather dependent.  Visit in the Africa Zone.ON EXHIBIT
Sumatran Tiger CubOur rambunctious tiger cub is currently on exhibit in either the Banjar house, Kebyar house, or inside the Islands Pavilion Dayroom (depending on weather). For more information click here.ON ROTATION 
Giraffe CalfView daily from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (subject to weather, maintenance and the needs of the calf.) Visit in the Africa Zone.
For more birth information click here.
ON EXHIBIT
GorillasGorillas are on rotation in the sanctuary and outdoor habitat spaces. Outdoor viewing is weather dependent.  Visit in Gorilla Forest.  For more information about Baby Abeo click here.ON ROTATION
KoalaVisit our koala, Dharuk in the Australia Zone.  ON EXHIBIT
Komodo DragonRomulus is viewable in the INDOOR enclosure at the Islands Pavilion.ON EXHIBIT
Penguins, LittleWeather dependent, (must be over 35 degrees).  Visit in the Islands Zone.ON EXHIBIT
Pygmy HippoWeather dependent (must be above 45 degrees).  Visit in Gorilla Forest.
ON EXHIBIT
Red PandaVisit in the Americas Zone.ON EXHIBIT
Tortoise, AldabraVisit in the Islands Zone.OFF EXHIBIT

Animal Areas

 

Islands MammalsOutdoor viewing areas are weather and temperature dependent.
ON EXHIBIT
MetaZoo Discovery CenterThe center is currently closed during construction of an updated immersive space.  CLOSED

The animal viewing schedules are updated before the Zoo opens at 10 a.m. each morning and are subject to change without notice. Animal viewing is subject to regular Zoo maintenance and the cooperation of weather and animals.

Duty Officer Report

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Prior to Opening

  • Check in with Front Desk to ensure they are ready for the day
  • Check in with each responsible in charge for each operational area.

Walk through the Zoo and Observe

  • Exhibit Areas, including Exhibit glass, graphics, signage, cleanliness
  • Restroom/water fountains - Cleanliness, odors, repair items
  • Pathways - Free of debris and stains, trip hazzards, trash cans correctly placed and lines
  • Trash can - cleanliness

Virtual Inspection of Signage, cleanliness, accessibility, stocked

  • Admissions/Ticketing
  • Membership
  • Retail Outlet
  • Food Service Outlets
  • Rides/Attractions/Splash Park
  • Department Notices (Important notifications from departments)

Operating During the Day

  • Staff wellness, uniforms, interactions with Guests
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Restrooms - cleanliness, odors, repair items
  • Pathways - Free of debris and stains, trip hazzards, trash can needing to be emptied

Visual Inspection of: (Signage, Cleanliness, Accessibility, Stocked)

  • Admission/Ticketing
  • Membership
  • Retail Outlets
  • Food Service Outlets
  • Rides/Attractions/Splash Park
  • Check in with Front Desk - Any guest issues or problems

End of the Day

  • Final check with all department responsible in charge members
  • Follow up with Front Desk on any Guest Issues
  • Leave notes or items for next day MOD
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