August is a time for adventure at Southwick’s Zoo Africa on Sunday, August 13th and Summer Safari Scavenger Hunt on Sunday, August 20th.

On Earth Awareness Day, learn about a variety of topics relating to animals and conservation. The zoo’s interns will be presenting their research projects, and visiting exhibitors and vendors will be set up around the zoo.

Sounds of Africa will give visitors a chance to experience modern and traditional African music, drumming and dancing in the zoo, a dynamic event.

Summer Safari Scavenger Hunt will give visitors a chance to show off their zoo knowledge, with scavenger hunts available for all ages! You may even win a prize!

Giraffe Encounters are back! The Giraffe Habitat is open daily during the season. Giraffe Encounters include a short presentation followed by the chance to get up and close and personal and feed these beautiful creatures.

Rhino Encounters, Sloth Encounters are also regular features at Southwick’s Zoo.