We love the zoo, specially in the fall. This is the 3rd year in a row that we have been to the Boo at the Zoo, an event where the kids get to come in their customs and go "trunk" or treating... there is a pumpking patch, as well as several other "Themed" activities...
The zoo is always a nice place to visit, and we actually bought a season pass on our last visit.
The best tip I can give you is to avoid the summer months as the animals are not very active, I'm sure they don't like the heat anymore than we do ;)
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