Saturday, March
17
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This free annual event highlights the Zoo’s gray
seals, California sea lions, American beavers, Mexican gray wolves, North America river otters, hawks, and other
North American animal residents of the Zoo’s Beaver Valley.
The event will feature animal demonstrations, hands-on activities, storytime, and more. This year's theme is Why Water Matters to Wildlife. Find out how to build a beaver dam, pretend to be a fish navigating its way up a fish ladder to deposit eggs, or sneak a peak at the otter exhibit's filter room.
This free event is a great opportunity for families to learn more about wildlife in our area and conservation efforts to protect North American animals.
Researchers and scientists from the Zoo and its Conservation and Research Center, as well as representatives from the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center and outside conservation organizations, such as the Washington Area Butterfly Club, NOAA Fisheries, and Huntley Meadows, will be at the celebration.
Take Metro to the Zoo
We encourage you to take Metro to the Zoo. Parking at the Zoo is limited, and using public transportation saves natural resources. 
Getting to the Zoo
