Nature Wellness Day
Come check up on nature! You’re invited to Nature Wellness Day at the Minnesota Zoo on July 25, hosted in partnership with Children’s Minnesota, the largest pediatric health system in the state.
Visit the Minnesota Zoo on Saturday, July 25 to explore how nature supports our health and wellbeing. Thanks to support from Children’s Minnesota, you can enjoy education stations and wellness activities at the Zoo from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. All activities are included with your Zoo admission on July 25! Come explore nature art, naturally playful outdoor activities, music, healthy habits, and learning how health professionals support human families and animals!
TLC for Teddy Bears
Bring your teddy bear – or any plushie, stuffie, or dolly – for a checkup on Nature Wellness Day. Children’s Minnesota staff and the Minnesota Zoo’s animal care and health teams will provide patient care to plush friends 10 am – Noon and 2 – 4 pm at Lakeside Terrace. At the Boo-Boos at the Zoo event, your child will learn how medical professionals help humans and animals get well soon.
Date:
Saturday, July 25
Time: 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Ages: Open to all ages
Fee: Free with Zoo admission
Children's Minnesota Cape Giveaway | Central Plaza | 9 am – 4 pm
Children's Minnesota Prize Wheel | Central Plaza | 9 am – 4 pm
Children's Minnesota Coloring Table | Central Plaza | 9 am – 4 pm
Free Carousel Rides | Sponsored by CenterPoint Energy | 10 am – 5 pm
MN DNR Forestry Education | Central Plaza | 10 am – 4 pm
Nature Play & Art – Dino Hideout
Meet a Therapy Dog | Central Plaza | 10 am – 4 pm
Children’s Injury Prevention, Car Seat & Helmet Safety – Central Plaza | 10 am – 3 pm
Children’s Boo–Boos at the Zoo – Lakeside Terrace | 10 am – Noon and 2 - 4 pm
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