BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Seneca Park Zoo - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Seneca Park Zoo X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Seneca Park Zoo REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20251222T165325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T173114Z UID:10000882-1778405400-1778418000@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Mother's Day Brunch DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/mothers-day-brunch/ LOCATION:New York ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/26_Mothers_Day_Brunch_Tile.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T093000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260309T205253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T205253Z UID:10000901-1778918400-1778923800@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour! DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-3/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Cart Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/RiseandShine_square_2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T101500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T110000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20251222T155109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T155143Z UID:10000876-1778926500-1778929200@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:KinderZoo Super Snakes 5.16 DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/kinderzoo-super-snakes-5-16/ LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621 CATEGORIES:Education Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/KinderZoo_2024_1-1-2048x2048-1-e1763998313207.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T121500 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20251222T155541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T155623Z UID:10000879-1778931000-1778933700@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:KinderZoo Animal ABCs 5.16 DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/kinderzoo-animal-abcs-5-16/ LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621 CATEGORIES:Education Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/KinderZoo_2024_1-1-2048x2048-1-e1763998313207.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T093000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260309T205359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T205359Z UID:10000902-1779004800-1779010200@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour! DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-4/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Cart Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/RiseandShine_square_2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260316T193625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T193634Z UID:10000919-1779494400-1790812799@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Tales of Conservation DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/tales-of-conservation/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Untitled-design-2026-03-09T140230.413.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T170000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20250519T151015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T191824Z UID:10000596-1779523200-1788022800@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Summer Programming 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/summer-programming-2026/ LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621 CATEGORIES:Summer Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260408T175904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T180841Z UID:10000936-1779526800-1779537600@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Maplewood Rose Garden Community Clean Up DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/maplewood-rose-garden-community-clean-up/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Park Clean Up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/26_Community_Clean_Up_Tile_March_21.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T093000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260317T155716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T172501Z UID:10000930-1779609600-1779615000@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Beginner Birding Tour DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/beginner-birding-tour-5-24/ LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621 CATEGORIES:Nature Hikes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-Beginner-Bird-Watching-Tour-Post-1-April-12-500-x-500-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T093000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260309T205441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T205441Z UID:10000903-1779696000-1779701400@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour! DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-5/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Cart Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/RiseandShine_square_2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T143000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20251217T172756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T194608Z UID:10000860-1779804000-1779805800@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Stroller Walkabouts DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/stroller-walkabouts-5-26/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Education Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/26_COM_Stroller_Walkabout_Event_Tile-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20250721T152003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T210204Z UID:10000604-1780099200-1780271999@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Genesee Weekend 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/genesee2026/ LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621 CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/26_CAD_3_River_Otter_Tile.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T093000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260309T205518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T205518Z UID:10000904-1780128000-1780133400@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour! DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-6/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Cart Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/RiseandShine_square_2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T210000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20251229T171607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T172933Z UID:10000888-1780767000-1780779600@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Zoobilation DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobilation/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:After-Hours Event,Zoobilation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2026-Events-Zoobilation-Tile.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T190000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20251125T180601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T200839Z UID:10000821-1781371800-1781377200@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Pride at the Zoo DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/pride-at-the-zoo-2/ LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Polar-Bear-Anoki-Pride-Day-2022-Zoo-Keeper-Jake-Decker-4-2-e1764093796972.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T093000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260309T205544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211457Z UID:10000905-1781424000-1781429400@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour! DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-7/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Cart Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/RiseandShine_square_2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260402T194834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T201257Z UID:10000931-1781861400-1781870400@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Juneteenth DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/juneteenth/ LOCATION:New York ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/26_COM_Juneteenth_Tile_4-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T210000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20251125T183409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T213540Z UID:10000823-1781890200-1781902800@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:ZooBrew DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobrew/ LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621 CATEGORIES:After-Hours Event,ZooBrew ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Untitled-design-2025-11-25T133235.167.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260620 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260622 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20251229T190325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T205715Z UID:10000889-1781913600-1782086399@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Animals of the Savanna Weekend DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/animals-of-the-savanna-weekend/ LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621 CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days,Home Page ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/26_CAD_4_Giraffe_Tile.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20251125T184420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T170617Z UID:10000824-1782041400-1782046800@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Father's Day BBQ DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/fathers-day-bbq/ LOCATION:New York ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-Events-Fathers-Day-BBQ-TILE.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T093000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260309T205610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211519Z UID:10000906-1782633600-1782639000@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour! DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-8/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Cart Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/RiseandShine_square_2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260703 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260706 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20251125T185049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T151949Z UID:10000826-1783036800-1783295999@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Membership Bring-a-Guest Days! DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/membership-bring-a-guest-days-8/ LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621 CATEGORIES:Member Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/BringaGuest-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260706 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260402T211417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T211831Z UID:10000934-1783123200-1783295999@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Animals of the Americas Weekend DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/animals-of-the-americas-weekend/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Conservation and Education,Conservation Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/26_CAD_5_Lynx_Tile.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T210000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20251125T184715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T213550Z UID:10000825-1783704600-1783717200@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:ZooBrew DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobrew-2/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:After-Hours Event,ZooBrew ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Untitled-design-2025-11-25T133235.167.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T093000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260309T205655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211436Z UID:10000907-1783843200-1783848600@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour! DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-9/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Cart Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/RiseandShine_square_2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T093000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260309T205752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211533Z UID:10000908-1784361600-1784367000@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour! DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-10/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Cart Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/RiseandShine_square_2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20250401T140849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T215442Z UID:10000583-1784448000-1784462400@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Jungle Jog 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/jungle-jog-2026/ LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621 CATEGORIES:After-Hours Event,Jungle Jog ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/JJ_SOCIAL_2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T093000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260309T205809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T205809Z UID:10000909-1784966400-1784971800@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour! DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-11/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Cart Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/RiseandShine_square_2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260801 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20251230T191124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T171320Z UID:10000890-1785542400-1786147199@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Membership Appreciation DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/membership-appreciation/ LOCATION:At The Zoo\, 2222 St. Paul Street\, Rochester\, New York\, 14621 CATEGORIES:Member Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Untitled-design-2025-12-30T133410.393.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T093000 DTSTAMP:20260422T161016 CREATED:20260309T205836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T205836Z UID:10000910-1785571200-1785576600@senecaparkzoo.org SUMMARY:Rise & Shine Tour! DESCRIPTION:Join us for Polar Bear Weekend 2024 as we will be celebrating these amazing animals and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live in on Saturday\, February 24 and Sunday\, February 25 in honor of International Polar Bear Day (Tuesday\, February 27). This event is free with Zoo admission. Meet us inside Rocky Coasts Gallery to learn about Anoki’s daily care and the Zoo’s partnership with Polar Bears International (PBI) and find out what you can do to help save polar bears and the Arctic sea ice they depend on. There will be games/activities\, informative materials\, and Anoki’s family tree gallery! The Zoo is also partnering once again with the Rochester Americans to help create awareness for polar bears and the sea ice they depend on as part of Defend the Ice Month!  Schedule for Live Enrichment Demos: Make plans to come to the Zoo to watch as Anoki’s keepers provide her with enrichment food/exercises to stimulate her physically and mentally (and of course treats!). When: Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm * Live enrichment is always subject to change/cancellation without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances that may arise  Support polar bear conservation and raise awareness of the shrinking habitat they live by donating to our fundraiser that will go to our partners who do great work in the field\, Polar Bears International. They are the the only conservation organization dedicated solely wild polar bears in nature. We are proud of the work we do and are able to help through our support of PBI. We even have three Arctic Climate Ambassadors on our staff (Assistant Curator Kellee\, Zoo Keepers Heidi & Randi! Learn about the recent trip Heidi went on to Churchill\, Canada last year to work with PBI in the field here.  For every $5 donated you will also be automatically entered to win a polar bear prize bundle\, which includes some PBI swag (polar bear plush\, water bottle\, and reusable bag).   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Support Polar Bear Conservation\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Content:  Welcome to Polar Bear Weekend! Check out these awesome and informative graphics from our friends at Polar Bears International! See Polar Bears Roam! You can watch polar bears as they travel across the sea ice to hunt seals with this Polar Bear Tracker from PBI. Q&A with PBI’s Director of Field Operations\, BJ Kirschhoffer\, on the Svalbard Maternal Den Study The Quest for New Den-Detection Technology – Learn about PBI’s fieldwork with artificial dens. Being able to find and map polar bear dens hidden under the snow will help ensure moms and cubs aren’t disturbed. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n On the Blog:  Check out this blog on our site by Dr. Karyn Rode\, Research Wildlife Biologist with U.S. Geological Survey – Alaska Science Center for a summary of one study we are currently taking part in with Anoki on estimating the importance of land-based\, human-provisioned foods in polar bears affected by sea ice loss. This is a great example of how animals in conservation care can have a direct impact on research and projects being done to help their counterparts in nature. Zoos Support Polar Bear Conservation Research in the Wild – This guest essay contributed by Dr. Thea Bechshoft\, Conservation Programs Associate and Staff Scientist Polar Bears International\, first appeared in our January 2023 edition of ZooNooz. URL:https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/rise-shine-tour-12/ LOCATION:New York CATEGORIES:Cart Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://senecaparkzoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/RiseandShine_square_2.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR