Zoos
This funding is for programmatic development at Minnesota's zoos. Per M.L. 2009, Ch. 172, Art. 4, Sec. 2, Subd. 5(f) the following zoos each received $111,375 in FY2010 and $111,375 in FY2011:
- Como Zoo and Conservatory, Saint Paul, MN
- Lake Superior Zoo, Duluth, MN
- Minnesota Zoo, Apple Valley, MN
In addition, the following zoos received additional funding in FY2010 as outlined below and directed per M.L. 2009, Ch. 172, Art. 4, Sec. 2, Subd. 5(f).
- Como Zoo and Conservatory, Saint Paul, MN - $60,109
- Lake Superior Zoo, Duluth, MN - $5,000
- Pine Grove Zoo, Little Falls, MN - $5,000
- Minnesota Zoo, Apple Valley, MN - $41,266
The following zoos received additional funding in FY2011 as outlined below and directed per M.L. 2009, Ch. 172, Art. 4, Sec. 2, Subd. 5(f). These funds expire June 30, 2012.
- Como Zoo and Conservatory, Saint Paul, MN - $63,284
- Lake Superior Zoo, Duluth, MN - $5,000
- Pine Grove Zoo, Little Falls, MN - $5,000
- Minnesota Zoo, Apple Valley, MN - $38,091
Programs at the zoos will increase students' understanding of Minnesota's wildlife, help visitors understand their role in conservation efforts, and renew community interest and participation with their local zoo.
Como Zoo's proposed outcomes:
1. Update educational and interpretive signage in 2 animal collection areas
2. Present a new animal state show to over 200,000 guests
3. Develop 3 off-peak season art shows celebrating artists that have some connection to Como's mission
4. Present Blooming Butterflied to over 400,000 guests
Como Zoo used Legacy funds for projects including:
- Education and interpretive signage
- Animal Show
- Temporary Exhibits
- Frog Conservation Exhibit
- Butterfly Exhibit
- Roots, Shoots and Fruits Exhibit
Lake Superior Zoo used Legacy funds to
- Develop a new Master Plan
- Renovate an exhibit for a gray wolves, native species exhibit
- Develop and implement a Zoo Science program for local and regional students
- Research and document the history of the zoo
Minnesota Zoo used Legacy funds to
- Develop and design a black bear exhibit
- Fabricate Moose Art exhibit
- Develop distance learning initiatives
- Develop Theater in the Wild
Minnesota Zoo's theater project, Odessa's Magical Menagerie, was presented during the summer of 2011 to school groups and the general public. An initial survey of 100 visitors had the following results:49% rated the show very interesting, and 42% rated the show interesting56% rated the show very enjoyable, and 38% rated the show enjoyableThe results of the survey showed that the program was reaching its goal to connect the audience with biodiversity. Survey respondents ranged from 2 to 60+ years old. Pine Grove Zoo used Legacy funds to provide free educational outreach programs to regional schools and senior centers. Programs were designed to be age appropriate, follow current State of Minnesota academic standards in Life Science, be hands-on, incorporate both animals and artifacts, and actively involve participants. To read the Como Zoo 2011 report to the legislature, click here.To read the Lake Superior Zoo 2011 report to the legislature, click here.To read the Minnesota Zoo 2011 report to the legislature, click here.
Programs at the zoos will increase students' understanding of Minnesota's wildlife, help visitors understand their role in conservation efforts, and renew community interest and participation with their local zoo.
Como Zoo's proposed outcomes:
1. Update educational and interpretive signage in 2 animal collection areas
2. Present a new animal state show to over 200,000 guests
3. Develop 3 off-peak season art shows celebrating artists that have some connection to Como's mission
4. Present Blooming Butterflied to over 400,000 guests
Como Zoo used Legacy funds for projects including:
- Education and interpretive signage
- Animal Show
- Temporary Exhibits
- Frog Conservation Exhibit
- Butterfly Exhibit
- Roots, Shoots and Fruits Exhibit
Lake Superior Zoo used Legacy funds to
- Develop a new Master Plan
- Renovate an exhibit for a gray wolves, native species exhibit
- Develop and implement a Zoo Science program for local and regional students
- Research and document the history of the zoo
Minnesota Zoo used Legacy funds to
- Develop and design a black bear exhibit
- Fabricate Moose Art exhibit
- Develop distance learning initiatives
- Develop Theater in the Wild
Minnesota Zoo's theater project, Odessa's Magical Menagerie, was presented during the summer of 2011 to school groups and the general public. An initial survey of 100 visitors had the following results:49% rated the show very interesting, and 42% rated the show interesting56% rated the show very enjoyable, and 38% rated the show enjoyableThe results of the survey showed that the program was reaching its goal to connect the audience with biodiversity. Survey respondents ranged from 2 to 60+ years old. Pine Grove Zoo used Legacy funds to provide free educational outreach programs to regional schools and senior centers. Programs were designed to be age appropriate, follow current State of Minnesota academic standards in Life Science, be hands-on, incorporate both animals and artifacts, and actively involve participants. To read the Como Zoo 2011 report to the legislature, click here.To read the Lake Superior Zoo 2011 report to the legislature, click here.To read the Minnesota Zoo 2011 report to the legislature, click here.