Don’t strike out on your chance to enjoy the Zoo’s annual conservation fundraiser helping save wild rhinoceros populations with the roll of a bowling ball! The Zoo's chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers will host the 23rd annual Bowling for Rhinos (BFR) event on Saturday, July 22, at 6 p.m. at Oklahoma City’s Heritage Lanes (NW 122nd and N. Pennsylvania). Sign-in begins at 5 p.m. BFR is a family friendly, annual fundraiser supporting rhino conservation. One hundred percent of the proceeds benefit rhino conservation in Asia and Africa. Ticket prices will vary, but will include shoe rental, three games of bowling, food, a T-shirt and exciting door prize opportunities. Spectator tickets will include a T-shirt and door prize opportunities only.

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Take a reading safari with the Zoo each Tuesday in June and July at 10 a.m.!  Kids 11 and under are invited to hear stories read by guest storytellers, meet a keeper and enjoy a snack courtesy of Braum’s—all on Grandma’s Porch in the Children’s Zoo. Each week’s session is themed around fun, age appropriate stories. Free with paid admission. (Please note: This season’s Wild Tuesdays Story Time Safari has changed from two sessions to only one session at 10 a.m.)

NEW! Botanical Garden tours featuring the Zoo’s 10,000-square-feet Water Conservation Garden are scheduled for the first Friday of each month from through October starting at 10 a.m. Garden tours will meet in the Global Plaza near the Guest Services office at 10 a.m. before proceeding on the tour. Additional 2017 First Friday Garden Tours are scheduled for July 7, August 4, September 1 and October 6.

Tours are free with paid Zoo admission.

Like to hunt for treasure? During this beat-the-heat walking tour, your guide will reveal historic treasures around the zoo. Includes a fruit and pastry breakfast. All ages welcome. $20 (member), $25 (non-member).

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Grandparents, looking for a cool, indoor activity to do with the grandkids? Come to the Zoo's Education Center for free-flowing activities, crafts, puppet play, and animal meet-n-greet. All ages welcome. Cost: $12 (members), $15 (non-members).

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Bring your little cub as we learn about zoo animals through lessons, crafts, discovery stations, and/or guided zoo tours. Ages 2-5 years. Cost per child/adult pair: $12 (member), $15 (non-member).

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Come play in the mud with us and learn about mud loving animals. Wear clothes to get dirty in, and maybe a clean pair to change into afterwards. Ages 4 and up. Cost: $12 (members), $15 (non-members).

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NEW! Botanical Garden tours featuring the Zoo’s 10,000-square-feet Water Conservation Garden are scheduled for the first Friday of each month from through October starting at 10 a.m. Garden tours will meet in the Global Plaza near the Guest Services office at 10 a.m. before proceeding on the tour. Additional 2017 First Friday Garden Tours are scheduled for July 7, August 4, September 1 and October 6.

Tours are free with paid Zoo admission.

Bring your little cub as we learn about zoo animals through lessons, crafts, discovery stations, and/or guided zoo tours. Ages 2-5 years. Cost per child/adult pair: $12 (member), $15 (non-member).

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Who goes to school under water? Fish! Celebrate the back-to-school season with our wettest residents. Ages: 4 and up. Cost: $12 (members), $15 (non-members).

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From eagles to bison to oaks and more... The Zoo is full of our nation's most patriotic symbols. Bring the family to learn about why conserving these plants and animals are so important. Ages 4 and up. Cost: $12 (members), $15 (non-members).

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NEW! Botanical Garden tours featuring the Zoo’s 10,000-square-feet Water Conservation Garden are scheduled for the first Friday of each month from through October starting at 10 a.m. Garden tours will meet in the Global Plaza near the Guest Services office at 10 a.m. before proceeding on the tour. Additional 2017 First Friday Garden Tours are scheduled for July 7, August 4, September 1 and October 6.

Tours are free with paid Zoo admission.