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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240826
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T125146Z
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SUMMARY:2024 Back to School Promo!
DESCRIPTION:Let’s work together as a community to make the start of the school year better and easier! In an effort to make that possible\, the Zoo will be running a back to school donation drive in partnership with Baden Street Settlement and the Ibero American Action League. From August 17 through August 25 bring in items from the list below and you will receive $2 off the price of general admission ticket for each items (packs multiple count as one for example a pack of 24 colored pencils would be one item). The items will then be distributed by our partners to families in the Rochester City School District. Please note items must be new\, unopened packages. Thank you! \n* Discounted ticket price must be redeemed when you bring in your donation. Not redeemable online or at a later date.  \nList of Items to Donate:\n• Sturdy backpacks \n• 8×11 spiral notebooks \n• Pack 3 x 5 index cards \n• Composition notebooks \n• Pack block erasers \n• Pack highlighters \n• Kids/school scissors \n• Child-sized headphones \n• Box of gallon\, quart\, or sandwich Ziploc bags \n• Pack Expo brand dry erase marker (thin\, and both black and multicolor packs) \n• Elmers brand glue sticks multi-packs \n• Pack or tub Clorox/Lysol wipes \n• 12oz. bottle hand sanitizer \n• Box of tissues/Kleenex \n• Pack of colored pencils \n• Crayola crayon packs (24 count) \n• 1” binders \n• Pack\, loose leaf paper \n• 12 pack pencils (preferably Ticonderoga) \n\n  \nThanks you to our community partners for making this initiative possible!\n \n  \n \n  \n.
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/2024backtoschool/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Education Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240704T181359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T132904Z
UID:10000428-1723280400-1723291200@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Community Clean-Up - Turning Point Park
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just a couple hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend.\nWhen: Saturday\, August 10\, 2024\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nWhere: Turning Point Park\nRegister here\nCONDITIONS FOR CANCELLATION\nThunder or lightning\nAQI of over 200\nAverage temperature of\nUnder 0 degrees F\nOver 80 degrees F\nHeavy rainfall (flood warnings)\nOver 2” of snow on the ground\nWind conditions over 40 mph.\nWind chill is below -18 degrees F\nCommunity CleanUps supported by
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/community-clean-up-turning-point-park/
LOCATION:Turning Point Park\, 260 Boxart Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T190000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240716T175324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T173241Z
UID:10000438-1723140000-1723143600@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Flower City Feeling Good Nature Hike: Sounds of Nature
DESCRIPTION:Come join a naturalist to learn about all the sounds you can hear when you go out and explore nature. Learn the calls of common birds and insects we hear all summer long. As well as learn about the impact of human made noises on wildlife.Come join a naturalist to learn about all the sounds you can hear when you go out and explore nature. Learn the calls of common birds and insects we hear all summer long. As well as learn about the impact of human made noises on wildlife \nWhen: Thursday\, August 8\, 2024Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Where: Seneca Park\, Wegmans Lodge\nRegister here\nCONDITIONS FOR CANCELLATIONThunder or lightning AQI of over 200 Average temperature of  Under 0 degrees F Over 80 degrees F Heavy rainfall (flood warnings) Over 2” of snow on the ground Wind conditions over 40 mph. Wind chill is below -18 degrees F \nCommunity CleanUps supported by
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/flower-city-feeling-good-nature-hike-sounds-of-nature/
LOCATION:Seneca Park – Wegmans Lodge\, Wegmans Lodge\, Rochester\, NY\, 14617\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T180000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240704T161812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T124522Z
UID:10000427-1722438000-1722448800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Community Clean-Up - Edgerton R-Center
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just a couple hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend.\nWhen: Saturday\, July 31\, 2024\nTime: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.\nWhere: Edgerton R-Center\n(41 Backus St\, Rochester NY\, 14608)\nRegister here\nCONDITIONS FOR CANCELLATION\nThunder or lightning\nAQI of over 200\nAverage temperature of\nUnder 0 degrees F\nOver 80 degrees F\nHeavy rainfall (flood warnings)\nOver 2” of snow on the ground\nWind conditions over 40 mph.\nWind chill is below -18 degrees F\nCommunity CleanUps supported by
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/community-clean-up-edgerton-r-center/
LOCATION:Edgerton R-Center\, 41 Backus St\, Rochester\, 14608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240621T131237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T134615Z
UID:10000402-1722074400-1722186000@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Endangered Species Awareness Weekend 2024
DESCRIPTION:In honor of the various species in our care that are endangered\, we are celebrating Endangered Species Awareness Weekend this year!  We will be raising awareness for animals like polar bears\, giraffes\, penguins\, rhinos\, and more July 27- 28 here at the Zoo.  Make plans to come out to get involved in the fun and learn about the many conservation efforts surrounding endangered species in our care! \n			\n									Get Tickets\n					 \nSaturday: \n10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear Experience11:30 a.m. – Giraffe Experience1:30 p.m. – Penguin Experience \n1:30 p.m. – Reptile Experience2:30 p.m. – Giraffe Experience \n3:30 p.m. – Rhino Experience \n   \n  \nSunday: \n10:30 a.m. – Red Panda Experience10:30 a.m. – Penguin Feeding \n11:30 p.m. – Giraffe Experience12:00 p.m. – Rhino Experience \n2:30 p.m. – Giraffe Experience \n \n			\n									Donate to Conservation\n					 \nThank you to our Presenting Sponsor for Conservation Days:
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/endangered-species-awareness-weekend-2024/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days,Home Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240704T152020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T124633Z
UID:10000426-1721842200-1721849400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Genesee Gateway Center - Community Paddle Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just a couple hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend.\nTo get out on the water for this clean up\, check out the Genesee Waterways website to reserve a spot in a kayak \nWhen: Wednesday\, July 24\, 2024\nTime: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\nWhere: Genesee Gateway Center\n(149 Elmwood Ave\, Rochester NY\, 14611)\nRegister here\nCONDITIONS FOR CANCELLATION\nThunder or lightning\nAQI of over 200\nAverage temperature of\nUnder 0 degrees F\nOver 80 degrees F\nHeavy rainfall (flood warnings)\nOver 2” of snow on the ground\nWind conditions over 40 mph.\nWind chill is below -18 degrees F\nCommunity CleanUps supported by
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/genesee-gateway-center-community-paddle-clean-up/
LOCATION:Genesee Gateway Center\, 149 Elmwood Ave\, Rochester\, 14611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T190000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240704T145940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T124704Z
UID:10000425-1721840400-1721847600@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Community Clean-Up - Maplewood Rose Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just a couple hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend.\nWhen: Saturday\, July 20\, 2024\nTime: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.\nWhere: Maplewood Rose Garden\n(250 Maplewood Ave\, Rochester NY\, 14613)\nRegister here\nCONDITIONS FOR CANCELLATION\nThunder or lightning\nAQI of over 200\nAverage temperature of\nUnder 0 degrees F\nOver 80 degrees F\nHeavy rainfall (flood warnings)\nOver 2” of snow on the ground\nWind conditions over 40 mph.\nWind chill is below -18 degrees F\nCommunity CleanUps supported by
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/community-clean-up-maplewood-rose-garden/
LOCATION:Maplewood Rose Garden\, 250 Maplewood Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240626T163954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T123042Z
UID:10000421-1721552400-1721563200@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Community Cleanup - Ontario Beach Park July 21st
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just a couple hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend.\nWhen: Saturday\, July 20\, 2024\nTime: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.\nWhere: Ontario Beach Park near the Carousel\nRegister here\nCONDITIONS FOR CANCELLATION\nThunder or lightning\nAQI of over 200\nAverage temperature of\nUnder 0 degrees F\nOver 80 degrees F\nHeavy rainfall (flood warnings)\nOver 2” of snow on the ground\nWind conditions over 40 mph.\nWind chill is below -18 degrees F\nCommunity CleanUps supported by
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/cleanup-ontariobeach-jul20/
LOCATION:Ontario Beach Park – Dentzel Carousel\, 1 Beach Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T153000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240704T142907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T124756Z
UID:10000424-1721478600-1721489400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Rochester Pride Community Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just a couple hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend.\nWhen: Saturday\, July 20\, 2024\nTime: 12:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nWhere: Intersection of Science Pkwy & South Ave\nRegister here\nCONDITIONS FOR CANCELLATION\nThunder or lightning\nAQI of over 200\nAverage temperature of\nUnder 0 degrees F\nOver 80 degrees F\nHeavy rainfall (flood warnings)\nOver 2” of snow on the ground\nWind conditions over 40 mph.\nWind chill is below -18 degrees F\nCommunity CleanUps supported by
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rochester-pride-community-clean-up/
LOCATION:Science Pkwy & South Ave
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T190000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240716T145316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T125102Z
UID:10000433-1721325600-1721329200@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Flower City Feeling Good Nature Hike: Water Pollution
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative hike at Seneca Park Zoo to explore the impact of water pollution on local ecosystems. Discover how pollution affects indicator species and learn about conservation solutions like Littatraps and proper recycling. Observe these species in their natural habitats and gain practical tips on reducing water pollution. Perfect for nature lovers and families\, this hike offers a hands-on way to contribute to environmental protection. \nWhen: Thursday\, July 18\, 2024\nTime: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.\nWhere: Genesee Valley Park\, 149 Elmwood Ave\nRegister here\nCONDITIONS FOR CANCELLATION\nThunder or lightning\nAQI of over 200\nAverage temperature of\nUnder 0 degrees F\nOver 80 degrees F\nHeavy rainfall (flood warnings)\nOver 2” of snow on the ground\nWind conditions over 40 mph.\nWind chill is below -18 degrees F\nCommunity CleanUps supported by
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/flower-city-feeling-good-nature-hike-water-pollution/
LOCATION:Genesee Valley Park\, 149 Elmwood Ave\, Rochester\, 14611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240708T191235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T191601Z
UID:10000430-1720981800-1720985400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Frog Nature Hike
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Panamanian Golden Frog Conservation Weekend\, the Seneca Park Zoo Naturalists and Urban Ecologists welcome you to join us for a free guided hike around Seneca Park. Come explore this beautiful park and learn about our local amphibians. Look\, listen\, and learn local frog & toad calls\, identifications\, and conservation efforts around NYS and beyond! All ages are welcome. \nWhen: Sunday\, July 14\, 2024\nTime: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\nWhere: Seneca Park\, Wegmans Lodge\nRegister here\nCONDITIONS FOR CANCELLATION\nThunder or lightning\nAQI of over 200\nAverage temperature of\nUnder 0 degrees F\nOver 80 degrees F\nHeavy rainfall (flood warnings)\nOver 2” of snow on the ground\nWind conditions over 40 mph.\nWind chill is below -18 degrees F\nCommunity CleanUps supported by
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/frog-nature-hike/
LOCATION:Seneca Park – Wegmans Lodge\, Wegmans Lodge\, Rochester\, NY\, 14617\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240621T161512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T184312Z
UID:10000404-1720864800-1720976400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Panamanian Golden Frog Awareness Weekend 2024
DESCRIPTION:In honor of the magnificent Panamanian Golden Frogs\, we are thrilled to announce Panamanian Golden Frog Awareness Weekend on July 13-14! This special event is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for crucial conservation efforts to protect these unique and endangered amphibians. \n			\n									Get Tickets\n					 \nSaturday: \n9:30 a.m. – African Bull Frog Experience12:00 a.m. – Panamanian Golden Frog Experience11:00 a.m. – Traditional Dances of Panama Performance \n1:30 p.m. – Traditional Dances of Panama Performance \n2:00 p.m. – Rana Dorada Parade \n\nSunday: \n9:30 a.m. – African Bull Frog Experience12:00 a.m. – Panamanian Golden Frog Experience11:00 a.m. – Traditional Dances of Panama Performance \n1:30 p.m. – Traditional Dances of Panama Performance \n2:00 p.m. – Rana Dorada Parade \n  \n			\n									Donate to Conservation\n					 \nThank you to our Presenting Sponsor for Conservation Days:
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/panamanian-golden-frog-awareness-weekend-2/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days,Home Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240613T181543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T184326Z
UID:10000401-1719050400-1719248400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Savanna Awareness Weekend 2024
DESCRIPTION:In honor of the various species in our care that are native to the African savanna\, we are celebrating Savanna Awareness Weekend this year!  We will be raising awareness for animals like giraffe\, rhino\, lion\, elephant\, and more June 22 – 25 here at the Zoo.  Make plans to come out to get involved in the fun and learn about the many conservation efforts surrounding this area of the world.  \n			\n									Get Tickets\n					 \nSaturday: \n11:00 a.m. – Rhino Experience11:30 a.m. – Giraffe Experience1:30 p.m. – Reptiles at the Savanna \n2:30 p.m. – Giraffe Experience \n3:30 p.m. – Olive Baboon Experience \n   \n  \nSunday: \n11:00 a.m. – Lion Keeper Chat11:30 a.m. – Giraffe Experience  \n12:00 p.m. – Rhino Experience2:00 p.m. – Aviary/Naked Mole Rat Keeper Chat \n2:30 p.m. Giraffe Experience \nSupport Conservation Efforts \nWe will be raising funds for Lion Landscapes\, one of our favorite organizations.  \n \n			\n									Donate to Conservation\n					 \nThank you to our Presenting Sponsor for Conservation Days:
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/savanna-awareness-weekend-2024/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days,Home Page
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240215T195846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T200136Z
UID:10000370-1718442000-1718452800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Community Cleanup - Seth Green Park 6/15
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just a couple hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend. \nWhen: Saturday\, June 15\, 2024 @ 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. \n Where: Seth Green Park – we will meet at the parking lot here: \nhttps://goo.gl/maps/smcCjME7WcAMhKLbA  \nRegister here \nConditions for Cancellation: \nThunder or lightning AQI of over 200 Average temperature of            – Under 0 degrees F           – Over 80 degrees F Heavy rainfall (flood warnings) Over 2” of snow on the ground Wind conditions over 40 mph. Windchill is below -18 degrees F  \nThank you to our Presenting Sponsor for Community Cleanups:
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/cleanup-sgp24/
LOCATION:Seth Green Park\, 93 Seth Green Dr\, Rochester\, NY\, 14621\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T160000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20230515T171405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T174152Z
UID:10000312-1716631200-1725120000@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Summer Programming 2024
DESCRIPTION:It’s one of our favorite times of year – Spring Break! Not only is the weather getting warmer and days getting longer\, but we also get to see so many of our friends come out and visit us on their time off from school. Special programming will be held during Spring Break Week\, as a preview to our summer programming\, which include opportunities to see and learn more about your favorite animals at the Zoo from zoo keepers\, naturalists\, and docents. View and download/print the schedule here. \nAll spring break programming is free with Zoo admission. \nCats & Conservation Awareness Week 4/3 – 4/9  \nSpring Break Week also coincides with our Cats & Conservation Awareness Week! In addition to all the great programming you see below\, there will also be stations and activities setup around the Zoo where you will be able to learn more about some of the fantastic felines in our care and their counterparts in nature they help support. We will be running fundraisers online and onsite that will go to support our partners at Lion Landscapes\, Snow Leopard Trust\, and Tiger Conservation Campaign. \n \nSchedule of Programs\nSaturday\, April 1 – Sunday\, April 9 \nSaturday\, April 1 \n10:30 a.m. – Penguin Experience \n10:30 a.m. – Snow Leopard Experience \n11:15 a.m. – Reptile Keeper Chat \n12:00 p.m. – Elephant Experience \n1:30 p.m. – White Rhino Keeper Chat \n2:30 p.m. – River Otter Experience \n3:00 p.m. – Penguin Experience \n3:30 p.m. – Sea Lion Experience \nSunday\, April 2 \n10:30 a.m. – Penguin Experience \n10:30 a.m. – Red Panda Experience \n11:15 a.m. – Elephant Experience \n12:00 p.m. – Naked Mole Rat Experience \n1:30 p.m. – Polar Bear Experience \n2:30 p.m. – Conservation Chat – River’s Edge \n3:00 p.m. – Penguin Experience \n3:30 p.m. – River Otter Experience \nMonday\, April 3 \n10:30 a.m. – Penguin Experience \n10:30 a.m. – Snow Leopard Experience \n11:15 a.m. – Sandhill Crane Experience \n12:00 p.m. – Sea Lion Experience \n1:30 p.m. – White Rhino Keeper Chat \n2:30 p.m. – Conservation Chat – Snowy Owl \n3:00 p.m. – Penguin Experience \n3:30 p.m. – River Otter Experience \nTuesday\, April 4 \n10:30 a.m. – Penguin Experience \n10:30 a.m. – Red Panda Experience \n11:15 a.m. – Canada Lynx Experience \n12:00 p.m. – Elephant Experience \n1:30 p.m. – Polar Bear Experience \n2:30 p.m. – Naked Mole Rat Keeper Chat \n3:00 p.m. – Penguin Experience \n3:30 p.m. – Baboon Experience \nWednesday\, April 5 \n10:30 a.m. – Penguin Experience \n10:30 a.m. – Baboon Experience \n11:15 a.m. – Tiger Experience \n12:00 p.m. – Elephant Experience \n1:30 p.m. – Frog Keeper Chat \n2:30 p.m. – Conservation Chat – River’s Edge \n3:00 p.m. – Penguin Experience \n3:30 p.m. – Sea Lion Experience \nThursday\, April 6 \n10:30 a.m. – Penguin Experience \n10:30 a.m. – Lynx Experience \n11:15 a.m. – Sea Lion Experience \n12:00 p.m. – Naked Mole Rat Keeper Chat \n1:30 p.m. – Cichlid Keeper Chat \n2:30 p.m. – Polar Bear Experience \n3:00 p.m. – Penguin Experience \n3:30 p.m. – Baboon Experience \nFriday\, April 7 \n10:30 a.m. – Penguin Experience \n10:30 a.m. – Vet Chat \n11:15 a.m. – Lion Experience \n12:00 p.m. – Sea Lion Experience \n1:30 p.m. – White Rhino Keeper Chat \n2:30 p.m. – Conservation Chat – Snowy Owl \n3:00 p.m. – Penguin Experience \n3:30 p.m. – Sea Lion Experience \nSaturday\, April 8 \n10:30 a.m. – Penguin Experience \n10:30 a.m. – Snow Leopard Experience \n11:15 a.m. – Reptile Keeper Chat \n12:00 p.m. – Elephant Experience \n1:30 p.m. – White Rhino Keeper Chat \n2:30 p.m. – River Otter Experience \n3:00 p.m. – Penguin Experience \n3:30 p.m. – Sea Lion Experience \nSunday\, April 9 \n10:30 a.m. – Penguin Experience \n10:30 a.m. – Red Panda Experience \n11:15 a.m. – Elephant Experience \n12:00 p.m. – Naked Mole Rat Keeper Chat \n1:30 p.m. – Snow Leopard Experience \n2:30 p.m. – Conservation Chat – River’s Edge \n3:00 p.m. – Penguin Experience \n3:30 p.m. – River Otter Experience \nSpring Break Programs are weather dependent and subject to change without notice.  \nPrint Calendar of Schedule
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/summer-programming/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Summer Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240215T194325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T194634Z
UID:10000369-1714813200-1714824000@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Community Cleanup - Maplewood Rose Garden 5/4
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just a couple hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend. \nWhen: Saturday\, May 4\, 2024 @ 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. \n Where: Maplewood Rose Garden – we will meet at the parking lot here:  \nhttps://goo.gl/maps/cXmHaV669bNDYo2n8 \nRegister here \nConditions for Cancellation: \nThunder or lightning AQI of over 200 Average temperature of            – Under 0 degrees F           – Over 80 degrees F Heavy rainfall (flood warnings) Over 2” of snow on the ground Wind conditions over 40 mph. Windchill is below -18 degrees F  \nThank you to our Presenting Sponsor for Community Cleanups:
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/cleanup-mrg24/
LOCATION:Maplewood Rose Garden\, 250 Maplewood Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240416T134418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T134529Z
UID:10000388-1714395600-1714402800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:CNC BioBlitz Nature Hike at Mount Hope Cemetery (4/29 - Afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:Join two zoo naturalists for our City Nature Challenge BioBlitz nature hikes in some of Rochester’s beautiful parks. This hike will take place on April 29th from 1:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m. at Mount Hope Cemetery.  The goal of these Bioblitz’s is to document the variety of plant\, animal\, and fungal species that exist in and around the City of Rochester. We will hike through these parks and stop to document the organisms we find on the iNaturalist App. Throughout the hike we will give you opportunities to go out and explore areas on your own to see what you are able find. \n			\n						Register for Nature Hike\n					 \nThe City Nature Challenge is an international effort for people to find and document plants and wildlife in cities across the globe. It’s a bioblitz-style competition where cities are in a contest against each other to see who can make the most observations of nature\, who can find the most species\, and who can engage the most people. By participating in the City Nature Challenge\, not only do you learn more about your local nature\, but you can also make your city a better place – for you and other species! \n			\n						Learn About City Nature Challenge
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/cnc-bioblitz-nature-hike-at-mount-hope-cemetery-4-29-afternoon/
LOCATION:Mount Hope Cemetary\, 1133 Mt Hope Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14620
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240416T133728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T134008Z
UID:10000387-1714384800-1714392000@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:CNC BioBlitz Nature Hike at Mount Hope Cemetery (4/29 - Morning)
DESCRIPTION:Join two zoo naturalists for our City Nature Challenge BioBlitz nature hikes in some of Rochester’s beautiful parks. This hike will take place on April 29th from 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. at Mount Hope Cemetery.  The goal of these Bioblitz’s is to document the variety of plant\, animal\, and fungal species that exist in and around the City of Rochester. We will hike through these parks and stop to document the organisms we find on the iNaturalist App. Throughout the hike we will give you opportunities to go out and explore areas on your own to see what you are able find. \n\nRegister for Nature Hike\n \nThe City Nature Challenge is an international effort for people to find and document plants and wildlife in cities across the globe. It’s a bioblitz-style competition where cities are in a contest against each other to see who can make the most observations of nature\, who can find the most species\, and who can engage the most people. By participating in the City Nature Challenge\, not only do you learn more about your local nature\, but you can also make your city a better place – for you and other species! \n\nLearn About City Nature Challenge
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/nature-hike-at-mount-hope-morning/
LOCATION:Mount Hope Cemetary\, 1133 Mt Hope Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14620
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T153000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240409T150238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T150256Z
UID:10000384-1714311900-1714318200@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:CNC BioBlitz Nature Hike at Greece Canal Park (4/28 - Afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:Join two zoo naturalists for our City Nature Challenge BioBlitz nature hikes in some of Rochester’s beautiful parks. This hike will take place on April 28th from 1:45 p.m. -3:30 p.m. at Greece Canal Park (outside Millennium Lodge).  The goal of these Bioblitz’s is to document the variety of plant\, animal\, and fungal species that exist in and around the City of Rochester. We will hike through these parks and stop to document the organisms we find on the iNaturalist App. Throughout the hike we will give you opportunities to go out and explore areas on your own to see what you are able find. \n			\n						Register for Nature Hike\n					 \nThe City Nature Challenge is an international effort for people to find and document plants and wildlife in cities across the globe. It’s a bioblitz-style competition where cities are in a contest against each other to see who can make the most observations of nature\, who can find the most species\, and who can engage the most people. By participating in the City Nature Challenge\, not only do you learn more about your local nature\, but you can also make your city a better place – for you and other species! \n			\n						Learn About City Nature Challenge
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/cnc-bioblitz-nature-hike-greece-canal-4-28/
LOCATION:Greece Canal Park\, Greece Canal Park (Outside Millennium Lodge)\, NY\, 14626
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T113000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240409T135404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T135649Z
UID:10000383-1714296600-1714303800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:CNC BioBlitz Nature Hike at Cobbs Hill Park (4/28 - Morning)
DESCRIPTION:Join two zoo naturalists for our City Nature Challenge BioBlitz nature hikes in some of Rochester’s beautiful parks. This hike will take place on April 28th from 9:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. at Cobbs Hill Park.  The goal of these Bioblitz’s is to document the variety of plant\, animal\, and fungal species that exist in and around the City of Rochester. We will hike through these parks and stop to document the organisms we find on the iNaturalist App. Throughout the hike we will give you opportunities to go out and explore areas on your own to see what you are able find. \n			\n						Register for Nature Hike\n					 \nThe City Nature Challenge is an international effort for people to find and document plants and wildlife in cities across the globe. It’s a bioblitz-style competition where cities are in a contest against each other to see who can make the most observations of nature\, who can find the most species\, and who can engage the most people. By participating in the City Nature Challenge\, not only do you learn more about your local nature\, but you can also make your city a better place – for you and other species! \n			\n						Learn About City Nature Challenge
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/cnc-bioblitz-nature-hike-cobbs-hill-4-28/
LOCATION:Turning Point Park\, 260 Boxart Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T153000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240409T135044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T135059Z
UID:10000382-1714225500-1714231800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:CNC BioBlitz Nature Hike at Turning Point Park (4/27 - Afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:Join two zoo naturalists for our City Nature Challenge BioBlitz nature hikes in some of Rochester’s beautiful parks. This hike will take place on April 27th from 1:45 p.m. -3:30 p.m. at Turning Point Park.  The goal of these Bioblitz’s is to document the variety of plant\, animal\, and fungal species that exist in and around the City of Rochester. We will hike through these parks and stop to document the organisms we find on the iNaturalist App. Throughout the hike we will give you opportunities to go out and explore areas on your own to see what you are able find. \n			\n						Register for Nature Hike\n					 \nThe City Nature Challenge is an international effort for people to find and document plants and wildlife in cities across the globe. It’s a bioblitz-style competition where cities are in a contest against each other to see who can make the most observations of nature\, who can find the most species\, and who can engage the most people. By participating in the City Nature Challenge\, not only do you learn more about your local nature\, but you can also make your city a better place – for you and other species! \n			\n						Learn About City Nature Challenge
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/cnc-bioblitz-nature-hike-tpp-4-27/
LOCATION:Turning Point Park\, 260 Boxart Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T113000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240409T134408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T134427Z
UID:10000381-1714210200-1714217400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:CNC BioBlitz Nature Hike at Highland Park (4/27 - Morning)
DESCRIPTION:Join two zoo naturalists for our City Nature Challenge BioBlitz nature hikes in some of Rochester’s beautiful parks. This hike will take place on April 27th from 9:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. at Mendon Ponds Devil’s Bathtub.  The goal of these Bioblitz’s is to document the variety of plant\, animal\, and fungal species that exist in and around the City of Rochester. We will hike through these parks and stop to document the organisms we find on the iNaturalist App. Throughout the hike we will give you opportunities to go out and explore areas on your own to see what you are able find. \n			\n						Register for Nature Hike\n					 \nThe City Nature Challenge is an international effort for people to find and document plants and wildlife in cities across the globe. It’s a bioblitz-style competition where cities are in a contest against each other to see who can make the most observations of nature\, who can find the most species\, and who can engage the most people. By participating in the City Nature Challenge\, not only do you learn more about your local nature\, but you can also make your city a better place – for you and other species! \n			\n						Learn About City Nature Challenge
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/cnc-bioblitz-nature-hike-mendon-4-27-morning/
LOCATION:Mendon Ponds\, Devil's Bathtub\, Henrietta\, NY\, 14467
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240416T133015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T134058Z
UID:10000386-1714136400-1714143600@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:CNC BioBlitz Nature Hike at Highland Park (4/26 - Afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:Join two zoo naturalists for our City Nature Challenge BioBlitz nature hikes in some of Rochester’s beautiful parks. This hike will take place on April 26th from 1 p.m. -3 p.m. at Highland Park.  The goal of these Bioblitz’s is to document the variety of plant\, animal\, and fungal species that exist in and around the City of Rochester. We will hike through these parks and stop to document the organisms we find on the iNaturalist App. Throughout the hike we will give you opportunities to go out and explore areas on your own to see what you are able find. \n\nRegister for Nature Hike\n \nThe City Nature Challenge is an international effort for people to find and document plants and wildlife in cities across the globe. It’s a bioblitz-style competition where cities are in a contest against each other to see who can make the most observations of nature\, who can find the most species\, and who can engage the most people. By participating in the City Nature Challenge\, not only do you learn more about your local nature\, but you can also make your city a better place – for you and other species! \n\nLearn About City Nature Challenge
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/nature-hike-at-highland-park-4-26-afternoon/
LOCATION:Highland Park\, Rochester\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240402T160717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T160717Z
UID:10000380-1714125600-1714132800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:CNC BioBlitz Nature Hike at Highland Park (4/26 - Morning)
DESCRIPTION:Join two zoo naturalists for our City Nature Challenge BioBlitz nature hikes in some of Rochester’s beautiful parks. This hike will take place on April 26th from 10 a.m. -12 p.m. at Highland Park.  The goal of these Bioblitz’s is to document the variety of plant\, animal\, and fungal species that exist in and around the City of Rochester. We will hike through these parks and stop to document the organisms we find on the iNaturalist App. Throughout the hike we will give you opportunities to go out and explore areas on your own to see what you are able find. \n\nRegister for Nature Hike\n \nThe City Nature Challenge is an international effort for people to find and document plants and wildlife in cities across the globe. It’s a bioblitz-style competition where cities are in a contest against each other to see who can make the most observations of nature\, who can find the most species\, and who can engage the most people. By participating in the City Nature Challenge\, not only do you learn more about your local nature\, but you can also make your city a better place – for you and other species! \n\nLearn About City Nature Challenge
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/hike-4-26-am/
LOCATION:Highland Park\, Rochester\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Nature Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240416T135340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T135340Z
UID:10000389-1714118400-1714928400@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge 2024
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/city-nature-challenge-2024/
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240326T203207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T172254Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day at the Zoo 2024
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day at the Zoo – April 20th\, 2024\nJoin us to celebrate the 54th anniversary of Earth Day at the Seneca Park Zoo! Come and learn about the environment and the individual actions you can take to make a difference. \nThe Zoo will be hosting Earth Day activities onsite and offsite. Onsite\, join a naturalist at our animal experiences to learn about conservation\, come talk to our various community and conservation partners to learn about the earth and participate in some fun activities\, or stop by the Trailside Café and check out one of our Earth Day special sustainable food options (view menu here).  Alternatively\, join us offsite between 9am-12pm at Durand Eastman Beach to participate in a park cleanup to help keep our planet healthy. \nEarth Day Cleanup! \nJoin the Seneca Park Zoo for our annual Earth Day clean up at Durand Eastman Beach! Last year with the help of 260 volunteers we removed over 600lbs of trash from the beach. \nSign up here \n\nLocation: Durand Eastman Beach\nDate: April 20th\, 2024\nTime: 9am-12pm\nAddress: 1342 Lakeshore Boulevard Rochester NY\, 14617\nMeeting location: Parking lot B\n\n\nhttps://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238\n\n\nSign Up for Earth Day Cleanup!\n \nThe 2024 City Nature Challenge\nHelp Rochester compete with cities all around the world to make the most observations of nature\, find the most species\, and engage the most people over a three-day period! \nLearn More \nEarth Day Animal Experiences\nAt our animal experiences come and learn about the threats animals at the zoo would face out in nature and find ways you can get involved to help! \n10:30 a.m. – Polar Bear & Climate Change \n12:00 p.m. – Elephants & Poaching \n1:30 p.m. – Burmese Python Keeper Chat On Habitat Loss & Invasive Species \n2:30 p.m. – River Otters\, Pollution & Hunting \n3:30 p.m. – Baboons & Impact of Predator Loss \n* Animal demos/enrichment are always subject to change/cancellation without notice due to to the care and comfort of the animal. \nEnvironmental Stations to Investigate!\nDiamond Packaging Sapling & Pollinator Seed Station  \nFull Day Attendance \nJoin the team from Diamond Packaging to plant saplings and pollinator seeds for you to bring home and plant right in your backyard. Create a greener space and help your local ecosystem! \nUSDA (United States Department of Agriculture)- Invasive Species  \nFull Day Attendance \nJoin the USDA to learn about plant protection from invasive species that pose a threat to natural resources. The USDA’s role is the continued safeguarding U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry\, establishment\, and spread of environmentally significant pests. They will have temporary stick-on tattoos\, informational flyers\, biological samples of some of the invasive pests that USDA-APHIS monitors for\, and insect traps to show visitors how they monitor for invasive pests. \nLearn more about the USDA by visiting their website at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth \nDepartment of Environmental Services- Solid Waste  \nFull Day Attendance \nJoin Meagan Evans-Saurini\, the Environmental Educator for Monroe County’s Department of Environmental Services\, to learn more about the County’s recycling programs\, how to Recycle Right and information regarding the Monroe County / WM ecopark. Bring your questions and receive a free recycling magnet and bag (while supplies last)! \nGenesee Land Trust- Nature is for Everyone!  \n9:30am-3:00pm \nThe Genesee Land Trust will have a table of ‘cool stuff’ found in nature\, along with information about a fun-for-all #ROCYourNature Photo Adventure they are running this year and upcoming free events people can enjoy. Genesee Land Trust\, in partnership with communities and people like you\, permanently protects local lands to help wildlife\, support farming\, keep our waters clean\, slow the impacts of climate change\, and provide people with access to nature. Since 1989 they have saved 8\,000+ acres\, including 22 families farms and 19 public nature preserves. \nVisit the Genesee Land Trust website to find places to explore and free events for all ages and abilities at www.geneseelandtrust.org \nRochester Institute of Technology (RIT)- Butterfly Beltway\nTBD\nJoin the RIT capstone students and learn about pollinators and wildflowers! Hands on seed ball making for wildflower plantings\, coloring\, and information for all ages. \nLollypop Farms & Rochester Animal Services (RAS)- Pet Body Language & Behavior\n9:30am-2:00pm\nLollypop & RAS will be talking about different community resources like their pet food pantry\, low-cost vet services\, TNVR\, etc. Learn about animal body language through a red light/green light game with prizes! Make DIY pet enrichment items that you can take home or leave with Lollypop for the shelter pets to use. \nBraddock Bay Bird Observatory- Helping Our Feathered Friends\n10:00am-3:00pm\nWhether you live on a large farm in the country or in a tiny apartment in the city\, there are lots of things you can do to help our native birds! Braddock Bay Bird Observatory will be sharing ways you can help our feathered friends\, as they share stories of some of our most amazing birds. \nRochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC)- Habitat Loss & Animal’s Adaptations to Their Habitats\n10:00am-3:00pm\nRMSC is planning to showcase the Enviro-scape demonstration\, which educates on run-off and its environmental impacts\, a touch table with different kinds of animal furs\, as well as activity that involves examining various slides under a microscope. \nSeneca Parks Zoo’s Docents- Our Collective impact\n9:30am-11:30am & 3:00pm-4:30pm\nWe may each be one person in a big world\, but together we can make a big difference. At this station\, guests will share conservation actions they’re taking or will take to help the planet\, which will demonstrate our collective impact. \nOther Organizations Attending: \nDepartment of Recreation and Human Services  \nMonroe County Library System  \nCornell Co-op \nImpact Earth  \nOther Great Earth Day Resources:\nThe Canopy Project – For every $1 donated 1 tree is planted! \nSnailing at Chittenango Falls (blog) \nWater and Where it Goes (blog) \nRecycling \nOtter Recycling (video) \nLearn to How to Compost! (video) \nRecycling Guides (Downloadable PDFs): \nMixed Recycling Guide 1 \nMixed Recycling Guide 2 \nClimate Focused \nHeat Trapping Metaphor (video) \nResponsible Consumerism \nCheck out these programs and apps they have created to download and use to make sure you are making sustainable choices when you shop! \nSeafood Watch \nSustainable Palm Oil \nUpcycling \nPaper Bag-Basket Project \nPlanters Project  \nSteps Toward Personal Sustainability \nThank you to our Presenting Sponsor:\n\n \n  \n 
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/earth-day-at-the-zoo-2024/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Conservation Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T120000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Community Cleanup - Durand Eastman Beach
DESCRIPTION:Join like-minded neighbors to help clean-up our local green spaces. You’ll be amazed at the impact a focused group can make in just a couple hours. Help us make Rochester a cleaner\, greener city! Please dress for the weather and bring water to stay hydrated. Tools\, bags\, and gloves will be provided and all ages are welcome to attend. \nWhen: Saturday\, April 20\, 2024 @ 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. \n Where: Durand Eastman Beach – we will meet at the parking lot here:  \nhttps://goo.gl/maps/sant8uLcUyY7yA238 \nRegister here \nCheck out all the onsite fun we have planned for Earth Day at the Zoo here: \n			\n						Earth Day Onsite Fun\n					 \nConditions for Cancellation: \nThunder or lightning AQI of over 200 Average temperature of            – Under 0 degrees F           – Over 80 degrees F Heavy rainfall (flood warnings) Over 2” of snow on the ground Wind conditions over 40 mph. Windchill is below -18 degrees F  \nThank you to our Presenting Sponsor for Community Cleanups:
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/earth-day-cleanup24/
LOCATION:Durand Eastman Beach\, 1342 Lake Shore Blvd\, Rochester\, NY\, 14614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Park Clean Up
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T190000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240221T192856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T193912Z
UID:10000372-1713290400-1713294000@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Wildlife Insights Training Session
DESCRIPTION:Join a Zoo Naturalist to learn how to take part in wildlife conservation from your own home! Since 2018\, the Seneca Park Zoo has been using wildlife cameras to find what animals live where in our city and how they are able to survive in our city. \nThis virtual workshop will train volunteers on how to access our images from home and identify what animals we are finding in them! This is a great way to take part in local conservation and learn about the animals of our area. \nWhen: Tuesday\, April 16 from 6 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. \nWhere: Zoom Link Coming Soon! \nIf you are interested in attending this educational workshop\, please register here. 
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/wildlife-insights/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20240216T155125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T155157Z
UID:10000371-1712397600-1712595600@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Seneca Park Zoo Eclipse Weekend
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/seneca-park-zoo-eclipse-weekend/
CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T160000
DTSTAMP:20260506T124341
CREATED:20231116T152829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T175658Z
UID:10000348-1711962000-1712332800@senecaparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Spring Break ZooCamp 2024
DESCRIPTION:Up in the Trees – SOLD OUT!\n  \nMonday\, April 1 – Friday\, April 5\, 2024 \n  \nTrees are home to some of the neatest animals around. See how your favorite animals depend on trees as we explore how different types of animals use trees from roots to shoots! Featuring a look up to the sky as we prepare for the eclipse.Our Frequently Asked Questions page is a great resource for many of the questions you may have. \n  \nFor ages 5 through 9 \n  \nFull-day: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. \nHalf-day: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. \n   \nCOST \nMembers: $155 for half-day; $260 for full-day \nNon-members: $175 for half-day; $285 for full-day \nSOLD OUT! \nParticipants must register for the full week of camp; no single day options are available. Registration is non-refundable. \n			\n						Register Now!
URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/spring-break-zoocamp24/
LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621
CATEGORIES:Break ZooCamp,Education Events,Spring Break ZooCamp,ZooCamp
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