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Get a First Look at Our Future Giraffe Center, Admissions and Gift Shop
Construction in admissions plaza, African Rift Valley and the historic road through the Zoo are well underway. Join Cheyenne Mountain Zoo President & CEO, Bob Chastain, for a first look at our ambitious vision for the future. Constructing a state-of-the-art giraffe habitat and care center with beautiful and functional guest spaces – including a gift . . .
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New Year, New Zoo Admissions Process
The next time you visit Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, you could see some changes to your admissions process. Zoo members and guests should watch for directional and instructional signs that will be in place when we make the shift from our former admissions process to our new temporary process, tentatively scheduled for early January. These changes . . .
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Impress Everyone on Your List With Unique CMZoo Gifts
It’s that magical time of year when many people search for the perfect holiday gifts for friends and family. Whether you’re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience or a truly unique stocking stuffer, these options are sure put a smile on every face on your list. Plus, when you purchase something from Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, you . . .
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From Farm to Feast: How CMZoo’s Shipping Container Farms are Growing Fresh, Sustainable Food for the Animals
CMZoo has been pioneering innovative farming techniques in zoos since introducing its first shipping container farm, in 2021, followed by a second, in 2022. Today, only a few zoos are using hydroponic systems like these. By producing their own fertilizer, the CMZoo horticulture team is saving money and resources while gathering essential data to fine-tune . . .
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CMZoo Invests in Full-Time Curator of Environmental Enhancements
The Zoo profession is a quickly evolving blend of science, veterinary medicine, compassion, relationships, intuition and innovation. With the well-being of its animals at the forefront, CMZoo is investing in another full-time dedicated position to increase enrichment opportunities for its scaly, furry, giant and tiny animal colleagues. As CMZoo’s Curator of Environmental Enhancements, Jason Bredahl . . .
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CMZoo Sculptor Makes Progress on Life-Sized Giraffe Display
Six life-sized bronze giraffe sculptures will welcome guests to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, as part of the new admissions and giraffe habitat updates happening in the coming years – and their creation is a tall order. “I’ve been using a lot of ladders,” said Antonia Chastain, public art manager at CMZoo. “These are the largest sculptures . . .
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Progress Ahead! CMZoo Breaks Ground on Zoo Improvements
The first signs of a longtime vision to move the main road within the Zoo are starting to take shape at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. The second week in July 2023, crews will bring in the heavy equipment to begin excavating the far edge of the play hill yard to make way for a brand-new road. . . .
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Stock Up on Native, Drought-Resistant and Pollinator-Feeding Plants at CMZoo’s Annual Plant Sale
With buds forming on trees, migratory birds chirping and daffodils starting to emerge, Spring is upon us in Colorado Springs. Although experts recommend waiting to plant new greens in your garden until the end of May, now is the time to start planning for your backyard or patio oasis. CMZoo’s Annual Plant Sale, on May . . .
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New Shipping Container Farm Produces its First Crop
Our new shipping container farm recently produced its first crop! The container is equipped with the latest hydroponic vertical growing technology, including blue and red LED grow lights with specialized wavelengths for leafy green production. In this first harvest, the CMZoo horticulture team looked for uniform shape and size in each plant, signs of disease . . .
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Why Winter Zoo Visits are Wonderful
A magical experience is waiting for you at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo this winter! With gorgeous views of Colorado Springs, CMZoo is the perfect place to be outside in nature, breathe fresh mountain air, grab a warm beverage from the Cozy Goat, get tickets at a discounted rate and visit your favorite animal friends. Almost all . . .