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| 47°33′11″N 122°04′50″W / 47.55299°N 122.08069°W | |
| Date opened | 1972 |
| Location | Cougar Mountain, Issaquah, Washington, USA |
| Land area | 11 acres (4.5 ha) |
| Memberships | ZAA[1], AAZK[2], ZSW |
| Major exhibits | World of Tigers, World of Macaws, World of Lemurs, World of Reindeer, World of Wolves, World of Cougars, Magic Forest, World of Ratites, World of Marsupials |
| Website | www |
Cougar Mountain Zoo is a zoological park located on Cougar Mountain in Issaquah, Washington USA
Location[edit]
The Cougar Mountain Zoo is located in the alpine City of Issaquah, Washington, on the north facing slope of Cougar Mountain, providing a view of Lake Sammamish and the Cascade Mountain Range[3].
Founding statement[edit]
According to the zoos' founder, Peter A. Rittler, its founding statement is: "No Wild Animal belongs in captivity, Zoo Animals are instruments of the educational process representing that last and vital frontier through which their Wild brethren may be saved from extinction."[4]
Mission statement[edit]
The Mission of the Cougar Mountain Zoo and Zoological Society of Washington, a non-profit, tax-exempt, charitable 501(c)3 organization, is to increase the understanding and appreciation of the Earth’s irreplaceable wildlife and the role of humanity in nature through education, conservation, propagation and exhibition.[5][6]
Motto[edit]
‘Conservation through Education’[7]
History[edit]
The Zoo was founded by Peter and Marcie Rittler in 1972.[4] To assure the future of the Zoo, in 1990 the Rittlers gave the Zoo to the Zoological Society of Washington, a non-profit, tax-exempt, charitable 501(c)3 organization dedicated to wildlife conservation. Since 1990 the Society has assumed the responsibility of managing and funding the Zoo. Through its educational programs, the Cougar Mountain Zoo promotes wildlife conservation and appreciation.
Collection[edit]
The primary focus of the Zoo is centered on conservation through education and endangered species. The Animals, which call the Zoo home, are considered Ambassadors of their wild Kin and have developed a self-assured attitude toward humans.[8] The Zoo Collection features 32 exhibits/habitats including major exhibits and other habitats concentrating on endangered, threatened and unique species such as Tigers, Lemurs, Wolves, Reindeer, Cranes, Wallabies, Macaws, Cougars and more.
Education programs[edit]
Zoo Education programs, presentations and demonstrations[9] are held throughout the day and include subjects such as Reindeer Lecture and Enrichment, Crane Lecture and Enrichment, Lemur Lecture and Enrichment, Emu and Wallaby Lecture and Enrichment, Mammal Walk, Tiger Feeding, Lecture and Enrichment, Bird Show, Cougar Feeding, Lecture and Enrichment, Bird Walk, Wolf Lecture and Enrichment, Macaw Lecture and Enrichment, Living Classroom Programs, Guided Tours, Outreach Presentations, Close Encounters and more.
Hours[edit]
Open Year Round – January through December
For detailed information see web site at www.CougarMountainZoo.org/Visitor Info/Admission
Other features[edit]
Fine arts gallery[edit]
The Magnani Nature Gallery located on the Zoo grounds features bronze statues, paintings and prints depicting subjects in nature.[10]
Wildlife Tracks Library[edit]
Contains a collection of animal tracks and silhouettes engraved on stone tablets.[10]
Magic Forest[edit]
Contains a collection of bronze animal statues and habitats where visitors can feed the animals.[10]
Bronze statue collection[edit]
Monument size bronze statues depicting wild animals such as Zebras, Cougars, Alligators, Macaws, Cranes, Cheetahs, Reindeer, Lions, Tigers, Kangaroo, Rhino, Bear, Tortoise, Eagles, Elk, Elephants, Gorillas, Giraffes, Wild Boars, Antelope, Wolves, Dinosaurs and others are situated throughout the Zoo.[10]
Museum[edit]
Features a collection of wildlife and other paraphernalia.[10]
Living Classroom Program[edit]
This membership based program is funded by the Zoological Society of Washington and is administered by the Cougar Mountain Zoo Education Department for students in Preschools, School Grades K through 12 and other Child or Youth oriented entities.[11]
Tiger Tunnel[edit]
Glass walled tunnel enabling visitors to view tigers in close proximity.[12] In 2011 the Zoo made news when a 370-pound tiger named "Taj" played what onlookers reported as "patty cake" through the glass wall with a visiting toddler.[13]
Major events[edit]
Issaquah Reindeer Festival[edit]
Held in December as a non-denominational holiday event featuring Santa, Santa's reindeer team, Santa's other animal helpers that call the Zoo home and holiday activities.[14]
Earth Day – April[edit]
Celebrating planet Earth with programs and activities held throughout the day.[15]
Mountainside Concert – August[edit]
Held in August and featuring music by local musicians.
Fine Art Show – September[edit]
Featuring local and other artists, representing a variety of media. Indoor and outdoor displays located throughout the Zoo grounds.
References[edit]
- ^ "Accredited Facilities". Zoological Association of America. Retrieved August 29, 2017.
- ^ "American Association of Zookeepers/Cougar Mountain Zoo". aazk.org. American Association of Zookeepers. Retrieved 30 August 2017.
- ^ Sleeper, Barbara; Westmoreland, Stuart (2013). Seattle : A Photographic Portrait II. Rockport, MA: Twin Lights. p. 75. ISBN 978-1-934907-16-0. Retrieved August 29, 2017.
- ^ a b "History". Cougar Mountain Zoo. Retrieved August 21, 2017.
- ^ "Zoological Society of Washington (aka Cougar Mountain Zoo)/Nonprofit Overview". greatnonprifits.org. Greatnonprofits. Retrieved 24 August 2017.
- ^ "Mission". Cougar Mountain Zoo. Retrieved August 21, 2017.
- ^ "Home Page of Cougar Mountain Zoo". Cougar Mountain Zoo. Retrieved August 23, 2017.
- ^ "Welcome to the Cougar Mountain Zoo". Cougar Mountain Zoo. Retrieved August 21, 2017.
- ^ "Daily Activities Schedule". Cougar Mountain Zoo. Retrieved August 21, 2017.
- ^ a b c d e "Unique Features". Cougar Mountain Zoo. Retrieved August 21, 2017.
- ^ "Living Classroom Education Program". Cougar Mountain Zoo. Retrieved August 21, 2017.
- ^ "Close Encounters". Cougar Mountain Zoo. Retrieved August 21, 2017.
- ^ Sher, Lauren (November 1, 2011). "Tiger Plays Patty Cake With Little Girl". ABC News. Retrieved August 21, 2017.
- ^ "Meet Santa and his Animal Helpers at Cougar Mountain Zoo's Reindeer Festival". Issaquah-Sammamish Reporter. Retrieved August 29, 2017.
- ^ "Cougar Mountain Zoo sets Earth-Friendly Activities". Issaquah-Sammamish Reporter. Retrieved August 29, 2017.
External links[edit]
Media related to Misty at CougarMountainZoo/sandbox at Wikimedia Commons- Official website
[[Category:Zoos in Washington (state)]] [[Category:Parks in King County, Washington]] [[Category:Museums in King County, Washington]] [[Category:Zoos established in 1972]] [[Category:Natural history museums in Washington (state)]] [[Category:Organizations based in Issaquah, Washington]]