Treat Yourself to Something Really Cool!

Treat Yourself to Something Really Cool!

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is giving residents all over Northeast Florida a good reason to vacation closer to home this year. From now until August 31, 2008, visitors can download a special coupon from the Zoo’s Web site at www.jacksonvillezoo.org  for half off admission. The coupon will only be displayed if one of the three local weather authorities has predicted the temperature will reach or exceed 95 degrees the next day. Each coupon will be good for 50% off regular Zoo admission for up to four people on the date indicated.

"The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens offers a world of fun right in your own backyard," said Janet Johnson, director of operations and marketing at the Zoo. "Visitors can see—and in some cases even feed or pet—the wonderful animals; take advantage of all the water features, air conditioned buildings and cool treats throughout the Zoo. New people mister systems have been installed at four popular viewing areas including the rhino pavilion on the board walk at Plains of East Africa, viewing window at the jaguars' exhibit at the Range of the Jaguar, wave wall at Gardens of Trout River Plaza, and large bonobo overlook. And the Zoo’s 4,000 square foot Splash Ground at Play Park and the new Stingray Bay exhibit are family favorites especially this time of year."