Did you know we sent over 8,000 kids from 9 districs to the zoo on scholarship in the ‘25-‘26 school year? 📚

This is only thanks to supporters like you, giving these children the opportunity to experience their community like never before. It’s hard to put into words how grateful we all are for these experiences, so read it straight from the source! ✨

To donate to this vital program and help more kids come to our zoo, go to the linktree in our bio or head to zoosociety.org/support/make-a-donation/ 🐾

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So special to look back at the success of our Wild Whispers: Long Table through these photos ✨

Food was delicious, animals were adorable, and the atmosphere (thanks to @tacomalittletheatre and @tlb_events!) made this Long Table a night to remember! Not only did we raise $201,000, with $103,000 going to a new animal transport vehicle for our wonderful vet team, but the enjoyment of those who attended is palpable in these shots! 🥂

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Did you know The Zoo Society has a kiosk in Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium? AND that the inside was recently renovated? 🐾

Our kiosk sits across from “Sally,” the bronze sea turtle, and has been dormant for a little while. That is until we got in there, fixed it up, and made it ready to share with you all! (Slide through the photos to see what it looked like before 😧)

On special weekends, Members’ Nights, or during Zoo events, you just might find us open as you peruse around the zoo. Keep an eye on our social media for when we’ll be open! Stop by, learn more, and maybe win a prize ✨

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Hope everyone enjoys the holiday weekend as much as Jumbo Jet enjoyed this strawberry 🍓

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North American Beavers are now available through our Adopt-A-Species program!🌲

Not only do you receive your own beaver plush, certificate, fact sheet, and photo, but all proceeds go towards supporting animal enrichment @ptdefiancezoo ✨

Head over to the link in our bio to get your own Butternut (or Walnut…or Nutmeg)! 🐾

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Our Pancakes, Pajamas, & Play event was full of fun, bugs, and crafts!! 🪲

Held before the zoo opened, 85 guests had the chance to make animal-shaped pancakes, participate in a scavenger hunt and plinko, and craft a caterpillar and bug hotel! With plenty to do, and the weather cooperating, guests of all ages had a wonderful time that ended in a raffle and entrance to the zoo. 🐾

Thank you to everyone who came, and thanks to our corporate partners for helping this event be the success it was ✨

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Step quietly into an unforgettable evening at Wild Whispers, The Zoo Society`s annual Long Table Dinner and Auction supporting Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. 🥂

Put on your 1920s best, raise a glass of giggle water, and enjoy an extraordinary evening supporting the health and wellbeing of the animals you love, right here at the zoo. 🐾

Buy your tickets through the link in our bio! ✨

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One of the most gorgeous and unique parts of our zoo isn’t an animal—it’s the plants! 🌱🌸 Starting now and in the coming months, our flora and fauna will come alive with blooms and bees. See you in the sun soon ✨

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