Little Rock Zoo Wants Kids’ Ideas

LITTLE ROCK (August 28, 2019) - The Little Rock Zoo is looking for kids ages 7-12 to provide input for the Mayor's Task Force on the Future of the Little Rock Zoo.  Applications can be downloaded from Little Rock Zoo.com are due by September 6, 2019 at noon.  During the two sessions held on September 14 and September 21, 2019, the Kid Task Force will be asked what they want to see happen at the Little Rock Zoo. Their opinions will be sought on what kind of new animal habitats the Zoo should offer, what new experiences the Zoo should provide and what other amenities should be added. 

As a part of Task Force membership, the members will learn about Zoo operations in a fun setting and  get a chance to meet some animals up-close-and-personal. The Zoo's Education Department will lead a series of round table assessments with the Task Force that will include creative "play" sessions to uncover creative thought. Such sessions are used in both adult and child settings to encourage unique thought and creative thinking. 

If you have a child interested in taking part in the Task Force, please apply by September 6, 2019, at noon by downloading the application found at LittleRockZoo.com and sending it to mgates@littlerock.gov.  Applications may also be mailed to:

Michael Gates
Little Rock Zoo Kid Task Force
1 Zoo Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205

About the Zoo

The Little Rock Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).  Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you and a better future for all living things.  With its more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation and your link to helping animals in their native habitats.  For more information, visit www.aza.org.

For more information on Little Rock Zoo, visit www.littlerockzoo.com or call 501-661-7208