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Scidmore Park Petting Zoo Hours

Scidmore Park Petting Zoo Hours

The zoo will be open: May 12 to June 9 Saturdays 12-5 June 16 to September 2 Saturdays 12-5 and Sundays 12-3 September 8 to October 27 Saturdays 12-5

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Petting Zoo Personality: Comet and Raider the Alpacas

Petting Zoo Personality: Comet and Raider the Alpacas

The Alpaca is a domesticated species of South American camelid, resembling a small llama. They are cautious animals who prefer not to be touched by adults but adore children. Alpacas make a variety of sounds, including a “hum” when comfortable, a “whine” when bothered, and a “laugh” when something strikes their fancy. Our Raider has [...]

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Petting Zoo Personality: Rita the Emu

Petting Zoo Personality: Rita the Emu

The Emu is a member of the ratite group, the largest bird native to Australia, and the second tallest bird in the world, after the ostrich. They are nomadic and travel long distances. This is why no matter how large an emu’s enclosure, she will run the perimeter. Emus are farmed for meat, oil, and [...]

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Scidmore Park Petting Zoo

Scidmore Park Petting Zoo

Scidmore Park is located at the corner of West Michigan Avenue and Spring Street, across from City Hall.   Petting Zoo Hours are: Mothers Day to Fathers Day Saturday Only – Noon to 5:00 p.m. Fathers Day to Labor Day Thursday through Sunday – Noon to 5:00 p.m. Labor Day to Halloween Saturday Only – Noon [...]

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