It’s a difficult time for so many people, families and businesses. As many of you know, Pine Grove Zoo, like so many other institutions in American is closed to the public based on recommendations from the World Health Organization, the CDC and federal and state guidelines. Be assured that we will be monitoring the evolving […]
Someone once asked our Director if she ever got used to having a tiger right outside her office. She replied yes, she did get used to it, but she still appreciates the fortunate opportunity she has to see and interact with these amazing creatures every day. We all get used to the beauty around us, […]
Read moreI always enjoy working in our Admissions as I really appreciate talking with our visitors, learning where they are from, sharing stories of our animals, watching the excitement in each child and adult’s face as they walk with anticipation into Pine Grove Zoo and hearing what their favorite animal was when they are heading back […]
Roo with a View (This guest Blog is written by Syndey, one of our resident Red Kangaroos) As I write this guest blog for Vicki, I certainly am enjoying the cooler fall weather much more than I thought I would. I don’t like the rain – I just don’t like getting wet and I’m not […]
It’s summertime and if you are like me, you are busy trying to fit a lot of things into a short amount of time. Whether it’s visiting family, hanging out at the lake, attending local festivals, going for long bike rides, or maybe you are watching kids or adults play softball or baseball throughout the […]
I’ve been working at Pine Grove Zoo for over a year now and I’m still amazed with the beauty I see every day as I walk up the path to the main building and start my day. Have you ever noticed how many shades of green there are in our Minnesota landscape? It’s simply breathtaking. […]
I think a lot of people can relate to sending off your child to school that first day. You know they are old enough to go and that they are ready. You’ve taught them how to tie their shoes, they know their ABC’s, you hope their social skills are adequate and they have mastered the […]
I’ve worked in the nonprofit field for over 16 years. Before that, I was like so many, I volunteered a little here and there, whether it was at church, at school, or an organization or cause. I felt it was my duty, but I’ll be honest – I never really enjoyed it. It usually felt […]
Before I became involved with Pine Grove Zoo, like so many other people, I assumed when the doors were closed for the season, things were quieter at the Zoo. I often hear, even from my own family this question, “So, is there much for staff to do during the off season”. Let me just say…..there […]
