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    Programs Learn at the Zoo with spring and summer camps, or bring the Zoo to you in your home or classroom!
    • Field Trips Come explore wildlife in nature's own classroom
    • Zoo Camps Year-round camps for spring, summer, fall and winter breaks
    • Zoo Krewe Volunteer program for teens, with hands-on training
    • Safari Night Learn about the Zoo's animals on an overnight adventure
    • Zoo & Me Morning Animal encounters and art projects for 3 to 5 year-olds
    • Zoo Mobile Bring the Zoo to your classroom with educational visits
    • Cruise to the Galapagos Islands Discover the colorful culture of Ecuador and experience close encounters with animals found nowhere else on earth.
    • Project Ark STEM education programs for EBR school grades 1-5
    • Virtual Programs Educational videos and resources for offsite learning
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    • Sponsorship Current sponsor opportunities for the Zoo's programs & events
    • Adopt an Animal Support BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo by "adopting an animal" at the zoo!
    • Memorial Bench Program These benches offer a meaningful place for reflection while supporting the Zoo’s mission of conservation and education.
    • Win an Animal Encounter - Sponsored by WAFB The Zoo is growing its krewe! We’re looking to welcome exciting new animals, and we can’t do it without your support.
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3601 Thomas Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70807

225.775.3877

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  Louisiana Travel Association Honors Phil Frost as Louey Award Winner

Louisiana Travel Association Honors Phil Frost as Louey Award Winner

February 25, 2022
Alexandria, La. (Feb. 25, 2022) – The Louisiana Travel Association (LTA) introduced Phil Frost as the winner of the Will Mangham Tourism Lifetime Achievement. View Details
  New Zoo Director Announced!

New Zoo Director Announced!

February 15, 2022
Jim Fleshman has been named the fourth Zoo Director in BREC’s history View Details
  BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo & The Advocate Co-Host Annual Photo Contest

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo & The Advocate Co-Host Annual Photo Contest

January 24, 2022
BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo & The Advocate are co-hosting their annual Zoo Photo Contest again this year. View Details
  Growing Old Gracefully - A Look into the Zoo's Geriatric Animal Friends

Growing Old Gracefully - A Look into the Zoo's Geriatric Animal Friends

December 02, 2021
Aging – perhaps something we think of only in terms of humans, but it’s actually a topic worth exploring as it relates to our animal collection. View Details
  Female Giraffe Calf is Named by Community - Reign!

Female Giraffe Calf is Named by Community - Reign!

November 09, 2021
After hundreds of votes were tallied the name most beloved by our fans for our new baby girl giraffe is REIGN! View Details
  Celebrate the Holidays with Zoolights!

Celebrate the Holidays with Zoolights!

November 08, 2021
A festive evening mile-long trail through the Zoo featuring more than 50 illuminated display sculptures of animals, and more. View Details
  Baton Rouge Zoo Director, Phil Frost, Announces Retirement

Baton Rouge Zoo Director, Phil Frost, Announces Retirement

October 14, 2021
BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo Director, Phil Frost, announced today that he will set aside his current duties at BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo. View Details
  Summary of Necropsy Results - Burreaux

Summary of Necropsy Results - Burreaux

September 29, 2021
Thank you to our loving and caring followers. The past few weeks mourning the loss of our beloved Burreaux have been tough on the entire Zoo. View Details
  AAZK Chapter Wins National Award!

AAZK Chapter Wins National Award!

September 16, 2021
BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo is thrilled to announce that the Baton Rouge Chapter of the American Association of Zookeepers won the Chapter of the Year Award for 2021! View Details
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Baton Rouge Zoo

NEW ZOO ENTRANCE:

Through Greenwood Community Park located at 13350 Highway 19, Baker, LA 70714. When you reach the roundabout, take the first exit to enter the zoo at 3000 Zoo Circle.

*Enter through Greenwood Park—not the old Thomas Road entrance.

Please note: If you're traveling southbound on Highway 19 from Zachary toward I-110, left turns into Greenwood Community Park are no longer permitted.

PHONE: 225.775.3877

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Adults / Teens: $10.00
Ages 2 - 12: $7.00
Seniors: $8.50
Ages 1 & Under: FREE

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