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Wouldn’t it be cool to feed an elephant?Or help make a savory snack for a bear?How about getting up and close to a tortoise?

Riverbanks Backstage lets you choose from five different one-hour interactive animal encounters with some of the zoo’s most beloved residents!

Families also get to learn about the care each animal recieves at the Zoo. Don’t forget to get your feet wet at Sea Lion Landing – where you’ll learn about the habitat of these amazing creatures, see a public training demonstration and more!

Don’t forget to bring a camera!

Admission + fees. This event is open for children ages 8 and up!