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About
the Zoo In Forest Park
The
Zoo in Forest Park is a non-profit organization governed by
the Forest Park Zoological Society. Situated in Forest Park,
a 735 acre woodland park in Springfield, the Zoo features
exotic and indigenous animals representing a large variety
of species found throughout the world and in North America.
The Zoo
is dedicated to wildlife education and offers a variety of
educational programs and special events for children and
adults. Zoo On The Go, Guided Tours, and Discovery Programs
can be adapted
to all age groups and interests. Different events almost
every weekend allow guests to explore all aspects of
science, while having a good time. Animal Tales in July
and August introduces the mystery and excitement
of nature through literature. Zoo Camp, during both winter
and summers school vacations all children ages 6-11 to
explore nature, discover wildlife and meet exotic creatures.
ALL
ABOARD!
The
big news, if you haven't heard, is that MassMutual bought
a new train for the zoo! In celebrating their 150th birthday,
our community's biggest company made a gift to Springfield
in the form of a new, propane-driven road train that will
provide much-needed income for the zoo. It will also allow
us to participate in events and parades in the community.
It is indeed a significant birthday present, and it will keep
on giving for a long time. Thank you MassMutual for the latest
example of your long-standing support for your community.
Mailing
Address:
Forest
Park Zoo
P.O. Box 80295
302 Sumner Ave.
Springfield, MA 01138
Not For Profit © 2009 Forest Park Zoo
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| Zoo Board Members
Scott Foster - Chairman
Ronald Eckman - Vice Chairman
Viginia Neill - Vice Chairman
John Keiser - Treasurer
Doreen Robinson - Secretary
John Bridge
Daniel Burack
Jeanne Elin
David Fontaine
Theodore Hebert
Tom Kennedy
Carol Levine
William Pepin
Nancy Piela
Evan Plotkin
Barbara Scroback
Hector Toledo
Our Zoo Staff
John Lewis Jr - Executive Zoo Director
Alison Summers - Education/Volunteer Director
John Lewis III - Operations mgr/Sr. Animal Care
Teralyn LaChance - Asst./ Ed. Director
Rachel Caruso , Kim Madrak, Kate Gordon and Gina Sciartelli - Animal Care
Shawn Squier - Maintenance
Sandy Robinson - Ticket Sales
Shirley Shaw-Mark - Gift Sales
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