This week's "Coldwater Chamber Member Spotlight" recognition is going out to Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek. Read more below on why Binder Park Zoo feels that they deserve this week's Spotlight recognition.
A visit to
Binder Park Zoo in southwest Michigan is unlike any other zoo experience! Set on 433 spectacular acres, the zoo is home to more than 500 exotic and native animal species. Thoughtful exhibit design blends spacious animal habitats into the surrounding landscape - a 40 year hallmark of the zoo that inspires awe and commands respect for these amazing creatures.
Your visit begins in the East Zoo on paths that wind around spaces where kangaroos bound, a snow leopard prowls and black bears wrestle. Drop into the Adventure Station to peek in on the sloths, amphibians and reptiles. Hear the whistle blow as you board the recently refurbished Z.O. & O. train to ride the rails past animal exhibits and into the beyond. Wander past lemurs, black-tailed prairie dogs, Mexican gray wolves and red panda to arrive at the International Depot to board the zebra-striped Wilderness Tram where your destination is
Wild Africa! Upon arrival, begin your immersive journey through Zuri National Park. Elevated boardwalks zigzag under a canopy of tall trees leading you to the savanna’s edge where herds of zebra, bontebok and waterbuck roam the 18 acres they share with marabou storks, ostriches and the gentle giants of the grasslands – the giraffe. A visit to Twiga Overlook is de rigueur for guests to come face to face with the giraffes and feed them snacks of lettuce - a singularly memorable experience! Continue past the cheetahs towards the newest exhibits at the zoo – African painted dogs; where a pack of eleven young pups romp and their neighbors the majestic African lions lounge. Both exhibits feature multiple viewings including glass walls allowing you to be as close up to these magnificent creatures as you’ll ever be!
A 600 lb. Aldabra giant tortoise, Monkey Valley, exotic birds, Red River hogs and domestic African farm animals lie ahead still on your route before completing the loop back to the tram station. It is the international trip you’ll want to take again and again!
Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Connect people with nature. Inspire them to conserve. is the mission of Binder Park Zoo, an accredited facility with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and a participant in over 40 animal Species Survival Plans (SSP). A full schedule of Education Programs including group and family overnights in an authentic African tented camp - the only one in the Midwest, teach the importance of conservation through creative and fun experiences and an exciting roster of unique fund-raising events (like the Cheetah Chase 5K, Corks for Conservation wine festival and others) engage zoo-lovers and party-goers alike.
It’s
wilder at Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek, MI, three miles south of exit #100 on 1-94. Open daily from April 17 through October 6 in 2019 with a special “Fall into the Zoo” season October 14-31. Admission prices are $14.25 - adults, $12.25 – children (age 2-10) and $13.25 for seniors (65+). Children under the age of two are admitted free, and parking is free. Find everything you need to know to plan your visit at
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