2010

1	RHWA is closed New Years Day.
3	Paw and Reflect: Art of Canines Closes Traveling exhibit of flatwork and sculptures that promotes excellence in art as well as recognition of canines. Exhibited in the Earl Bane Gallery through January 3, 2010.
9	Veteran Volunteer Training Biocart Training 9:00 a.m. New Year Soup Lunch 12:00 p.m.
9	KeepSakes: The Art of Rolling Hills Exhibition of the art by the keepers, staff, and volunteers of Rolling Hills Wildlife Adventure. Exhibited in the Earl Bane Gallery through February 21, 2010.
6	Veteran Volunteer Training Biocart Training 9:00 a.m.
12	True Love Truffles Order a box of hand-crafted chocolates from Rolling Hills' Overlook Restaurant for your sweet heart. Delivered by Rolling Hills staff to Salina area only, or available for pick-up at Rolling Hills. Order deadline February 8. Click here to order or more info...
25	New Volunteer Orientation/Training 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. in the Discovery Building. Bring lunch or plan to eat at the Overlook Restaurant.
27	New Volunteer Orientation/Training 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. in the Discovery Building. Bring lunch or plan to eat at the Overlook Restaurant.
27	Wild Things Exhibition of photographic wildlife art organized by the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Wausau, Wisconsin. Exhibited in the Earl Bane Gallery through April 25, 2010.
6	Veteran Volunteer Training Biocart training 1:00 p.m.
7	Taste of Adventure: Colombia An evening in the Conference Center exploring the unique culture, history and cuisine of Colombia, featuring guest speaker Alvaro Herrera, who will share his adventures in his native Colombia.  Admission is $30 per person for members/$35 for nonmembers and includes a visit to the Wildlife Museum & Earl Bane Gallery, dinner, and presentation. Click here for reservations or more info...
16	Nature Explore Workshop 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Interactive workshop for teachers emphasizing the need for children to have consistent time outdoors with an interested, caring adult. Workshop also provides a multitude of resource ideas to incorporate nature into both outdoor and indoor classrooms. Lunch provided.
22	Party for the Planet Association of Zoos & Aquariums national event to celebrate Earth Day with fun kid’s activities that focus on conservation and awareness of the eco-system around us.
30	Wild at Art: Kent Ullberg Opening reception for Ullberg sculpture exhibit. Wine and hors d’oeuvres 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the Earl Bane Gallery of the Wildlife Museum. $5 members/$10 nonmembers.
1	Kent Ullberg: A Retrospective opens Marvel at the amazing artistry of one of the world’s leading wildlife sculptors on display in the Earl Bane Gallery through June 27, 2010.
9	Wild About Moms! For a fun way to celebrate Mother’s Day bring mom to the Zoo and Wildlife Museum! All visiting Moms get half-price admission to the zoo with a paid child.
4	Wildlife Museum Closed Wildlife Museum closed in preparation for ZooLaLa!
4	Zoo La La! Fourth annual fundraiser with silent and live auctions, entertainment, tempting cuisine, and more!
5	Chili’s Boys-only Slumber Safari Boys can leave sisters at home with the parents and join the zoo for the best summer adventure in town. Stay up late, make cool guy stuff & snacks, and travel the museum and zoo in the dark. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 a.m. $31.50 members/$35 nonmembers.
8	World Oceans Day Join in the celebration of the 50th anniversary of Dr. Seuss’ book, One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish and create a big splash over ocean diversity and ecology.
7-8	Teachers Safari Two-day workshop for teachers of all grade levels offered in conjunction with Smoky Hill Education Service Center.
11	Dream Night Private evening in the Zoo for kids with chronic illness or disabilities and their families. By invitation only. Families of eligible children should contact their service provider.
12	Chili’s Girls-only Slumber Safari Girls can leave the boys at home and join the zoo for the best summer adventure in town. Make fun crafts & snacks, play games, and enjoy flashlight tours. 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 a.m. $31.50 members/$35 nonmembers.
20	Father's Day Car Show 9th annual car show celebrates Father’s Day with more than 200 cars, trucks, and motorcycles displayed in the Zoo.
3	The Art of Nature: Images from the Mojave Desert opens Discover the hidden beauty of southern Nevada’s wilderness through the art of Sharon Schafer. On display in the Earl Bane Gallery through August 28, 2010.
4	Summer Splash Celebrate Independence Day with wet and wild activities for the kids. Kids 12 and under get FREE Zoo admission with a paid adult.
25	Taste of Adventure: Mojave Desert Explore the Mojave with featured speaker and naturalist Sharon Schafer. Admission is $30 per person for members/$35 for nonmembers and includes a visit to the Wildlife Museum & Gallery, dinner, and presentation. Click here for reservations or more info...
7-8	Public Safety Weekend A special weekend for Saline County emergency units and their families.
27	Zoo Brew An evening in the Zoo to enjoy live music, great food, and a tram ride through the park.  Must be 21!
4	Rock the Green Revolution This innovative hands-on exhibit will inspire, educate, entertain and empower families to make easy lifestyle changes to create more environmentally aware citizens. In the Earl Bane Gallery through January 2, 2011.
11-12	Grandparents Weekend Celebrate the generations! Grandparents receive half-price admission to the Zoo with a paid grandchild.
22	Safari Expo A unique opportunity to explore science careers for eighth grade through high school classes.
24	Members Event 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Picnic supper for members.
1	Safari Ed-Venture Day Day-long event that brings together presenters and volunteers providing workshops based on science or cultures around the world for kindergarten through seventh grade classes.
9	Pumpkin PaZoola Kids get FREE Zoo admission with a paid adult.  A great fall festival that’s fun for the entire family!
14	Taste of Adventure: Sweden An adult only evening in the Conference Center exploring the unique culture, history, and cuisine of Sweden with featured speaker. Admission is $30 per person for members/$35 for nonmembers and includes a visit to the Wildlife Museum & Gallery, dinner, and presentation. Click here for reservations or more info...
25	Yes - we are open! Both the Zoo and Museum are open Thanksgiving Day and weekend. On Friday, Saturday, & Sunday trams will run regular times. This will be the last weekend trams will run this season.
18	Santa Claws & Paws – Christmas with the Animals share in the fun as the animals unwrap their Christmas Presents!
24-25	RHWA is closed for Christmas.
All events & offers are subject to change without notice.