WildZfest
The Wilds will
close at the end of October for the season. Before we close up for the 2011
season, we wanted to give you one more reason to visit. In addition to your
favorite tours, horseback riding, and zip-lining, we will be hosting
WILDZFEST presented by the Hearst Foundations and Pepsi.
On October 1,
2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. there will be entertainment, food,
drinks, games, crafts and other attractions for the young and the young at
heart.
Reserve your spot
today on one of the exciting tours that are offered:
- Open Air Safari
- Safari Transport
- Wildside Tour
- Animal Encounters
Tour
These exciting
tours are available the day of, but can be booked in advance by going to
thewilds.org. Some tours are limited so booking early is recommended.
EXPERIENCES
There is more to do
at the Wilds other than the tours. Guests can enjoy horseback riding,
zip-lining and fishing. These experiences will also be available as well.
Pre-registration on-line is also recommended at thewilds.org
ENTERTAINMENT
The hills will come
alive with our entertainment line up:
11:00 a.m. - 12:30
p.m. Timberline Band
1:00 p.m. - 2:30
p.m. Up to Know Good
3:00 p.m. - 5:00
p.m. Dirty Mule
The Crystal City
Chorus, Hound Dog Duo and Mark Snyder will also be there for your listening
pleasure.
DORA THE EXPLORER
One of the most
famous explorers will be on hand to meet and greet everyone. Be sure to
bring your cameras to capture the moment.
ANIMALS
Other than the
typical animals you see on your tours, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium will be
on hand with some of their animal friends to join in the fun.
Presentation Times: 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m.
PUPPET SHOWS
The staff from the
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's Education Department will be on hand to present
a kid-friendly animal puppet show that will entertain and educate the
little ones.
Show Times: 10:30
a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
* meet the show
puppets and learn a few more fun facts before and after each show
KIDZ ZONE
Make something,
learn something and most of all have fun! at these four stations that are
presented by the Education Department at the Wilds.
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-
- Wildlife in
- Nature All Around
Us
GAMES / ATTRACTIONS
Try your hand at
some games of skill or just plain good ol' fashioned luck with the Pepsi
Bottle Ring Toss, the Wild Mini Miniature Golf Course, Corn hole and more.
Guests can also take a stroll through this kid-friendly hay maze. All these
and more will add to the fall fun at WILDZFEST.
MARKETPLACE
Local vendors will
also be on hand to assist you with your browsing, shopping, eating and
drinking experience during the fall fest with some specialty items.
So whether you have
already been to the Wilds or you have never been.... this event is a good
reason to visit the Wilds. We hope to see you there!