the zoo

While in Denver, we went to the Denver Zoo.  With temps in the 70s, it was a great day for our visit.  I got a deal for discounted admission on the Westword Daily Deal (like a Groupon for just Denver stuff), so we only paid $6 for the adults and $4 for W and Zeph is free until he turns 3.  I should have bought more of this deal!

We got there right when the Zoo opened and headed straight for the lions and giraffes.  Which was a good choice, since most people start off going to the right.  We then saw the penguins and sea lions.  The polar bears were not out, so we missed them.  Then off to the camels, zebras and other hoofed animals.  We got a sneak peek of the Toyota Elephant Passage, which was awesome.  They have been working on this new exhibit for at least 2 years, so it was great to see what it looks like.  We can't wait to go back once it is completed, which should be at the beginning of June. 

After the new Elephant exhibit, we had some snacks and W rode the Carousel with C.  W started on a tiger that moved and then settled on a polar bear that did not.  Like in the past, W always wants a second ride after we have moved on to the next thing.  Lucky for us, he is easily distracted.  Next time, Zeph will get to ride.  

Next we stopped by to feed the Lorikeets.  They were not too hungry, but it's still fun.  We finished our tour at the monkeys.  We were on our way out by noon, which was perfect timing.  The Zoo becomes a zoo by that time. 

 

It was such a nice sunny day, the Zoo was selling the heck out of these cute animal umbrellas.  W was able to convince his G-pa E that he needed a frog one.