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  Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs, CO
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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs, CO The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo can provide an excellent day of relaxing entertainment during your next vacation to the Colorado Springs area.
Set amidst the mountain scenery of the area, you'll find more than 750 animals, more than 30 of which are endangered species.
www.vacationsmadeeasy.com /ColoradoSpringsCO/pointsOfInterest/CheyenneMountainZooinColoradoSpringsCO.cfm   (197 words)

  
 Charity Navigator Rating - Cheyenne Mountain Zoo   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Situated on 146 acres, 70 of which are developed, at an elevation of 6,800 feet, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is the only mountain zoo in the United States.
Founded in 1926, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is home to more than 750 animals representing some 142 species from around the world, over 32 of which are classified as endangered or threatened.
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is an integral asset to the Pikes Peak region, not only as a major attraction, but also as an important partner in community programs and institutions.
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 TravelBank.com Systems - Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
The Zoo is challenged to meet the needs of a growing community as well as to provide for the rare and endangered wildlife that it holds in trust for its public.
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is deeply committed to the conservation of species in peril of becoming extinct in the wild, and activel participates as an AAZPA designate in twenty-six Species Survival Plan (SSP) programs, with the goal of expanding its role in endangered species conservation and propagation in the years to come.
The Zoo's conservation programs have been bolstered by significant births: a lowland gorilla, the first to be born at Cheyenne Mountain in over 16 years, was born in late-1992; and a pair of endangered red pandas, also the first in 16 years, were born in mid-1993.
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 Print A wild attraction: Colorado's Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is pure fun
The Zoo, being one of only two mountain zoos in the United States, was established in 1926 by philanthropist Spencer Penrose for the purpose of housing his growing collection of exotic animals.
The Zoo operates solely as a non-profit public trust to the people of Colorado Springs, and is among the very few in the nation which does not depend on the support of local taxes; that being said, it functions entirely on donations, grants, admissions and memberships.
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a fantastic place for families to frequent together; in fact, it was voted 'the best place for family fun' for five consecutive years by Colorado's Gazette.
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 Welcome to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo's Website!
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a tax-exempt, non-profit public trust for the purpose of providing recreation, education, conservation and scientific facilities in the field of zoology and related subjects, and to preserve the Zoo in perpetuity for the people of the Pikes Peak Region.
The Zoo is one of only a handful of accredited zoos in the nation that operates without local tax support, depending entirely on admissions, membership dues, donations and grants for funding.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo protects its email from spam, viruses, and unwanted content with MX Logic's Advanced Email Defense services.
www.cmzoo.org   (232 words)

  
 Resources on Cheyenne Mountain Zoo academic institutions
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo - Colorado Springs, CO - $112500.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Park Colorado Springs, Colorado http://www.cmzoo.org/...
Buffalo Zoo News: The proud daddy was born in 1998 at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs,Colorado.
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 Archived conservation news articles on Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is holding a contest to name the baby gorilla born February 18th.
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo recently welcomed its first baby born to one of its own gorilla in ten years.
José, a rare fl-footed ferret bred at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and released into the wild in northwestern Colorado in late October, was killed by a coyote or...
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 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs, CO   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs, CO museumstuff.com :: museums :: Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
-- The Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Society was founded in 1926 by philanthropist Spencer Penrose to house his growing collection of exotic animals.
PAGE OVERVIEW: -- Provides general information about Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, which may include web site and contact information, as well as description and collections info for those planning to visit Cheyenne Mountain Zoo..
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 Colorado Springs Attractions - Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
It is not the largest zoo in the world but it has all of the zoo staples like lions, wolves, hippos, elephants, monkeys, giraffes and more.
In addition to these zoo basics, it is also home to several endangered species such as the Siberian tiger, Black Footed ferret and the Amur Leopard.
The antique carousel was built in 1926, the same year that the zoo was founded, and is a colorful ride that has been kept in pristine condition.
www.articledashboard.com /Article/Colorado-Springs-Attractions---Cheyenne-Mountain-Zoo/125325   (443 words)

  
 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Colorado Springs Colorado
Penrose’s wish was to preserve the Zoo for those who lived in the Pikes Peak region.
The Zoo’s goal is to promote on-site conservation of natural resources, energy, responsible land use and recycling.
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is dedicated to educating the public to appreciate and understand the natural world and open the door to public action.
www.dreamcoloradosprings.com /cheyenne-mountain-zoo.html   (987 words)

  
 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo - Photos Of Zoo Animals From Our Visit (Colorado Springs - March 9, 2007)
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is the premier zoo in Colorado Springs and is located on the side of Cheyenne Mountain in the southwest part of town.
To get there, the best directions is to get to the Broadmoor Hotel, then follow the signs to the zoo.
Inside the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Gift Shop, I took note of this stuffed penguin who looked kind of mean with his eyebrows and I tried to imitate it!
www.coloradoguy.com /cheyenne-mountain-zoo.htm   (326 words)

  
 CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOO Hotels and Hotel Reservations - DestinationHero.com
Located on 146 acres, at an elevation of 6,800 feet, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is the only mountain zoo in the country.
The Zoo’s giraffe breeding program is the most prolific in the world with 177 births since 1954.
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a state-of-the-art facility with a stated mission of "Providing a crucial link between man and nature in a complex and changing world."
www.destinationhero.com /destinations/park.cfm/parkname/CHEYENNE_MOUNTAIN_ZOO/index.html   (688 words)

  
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Experience unforgettable adventures combining breathtaking mountain scenery with more than 750 animals from around the world, including the opportunity to hand-feed our magnificent giraffe herd (the largest of any zoo in the world !).
Your Zoo admission also includes access to the incredible Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun.
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is committed to providing exceptional care for our hundreds of animal residents.
www.koaa.com /resource/showadv.asp?cat_no=2&adv_no=75   (299 words)

  
 OAHP - Do You Know This Site Answer?   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Spencer Penrose purchased the reconditioned carousel from the company for $3,750 when they were unable to supply him with a new one by his deadline.
The carousel arrived in June 1937 and was placed on Cheyenne Mountain to complement the public’s enjoyment and viewing of his private collection of animals housed on the site.
One of only a few original features at the zoo, it was restored in part with a State Historical Fund grant.
www.coloradohistory-oahp.org /doyouknow/2003/feb03answer.htm   (385 words)

  
 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo - Colorado Springs, CO, 80906 - Citysearch
Located on 146 acres at an elevation of 6,800 feet, it is the only mountain zoo in the country.
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is home to 600-plus animals that represent 142 species from around the world--more than 30 of which are classified as endangered or threatened.
The zoo closes at 6pm from Memorial Day to Labor Day; at 5pm from Labor Day to Memorial Day.
www.citysearch.com /profile/1920326   (406 words)

  
 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo | Museum/Attraction Review | Colorado Springs | Frommers.com
Rocky cliffs have been created for the mountain goats; there's a pebbled beach for penguins and a new animal-contact area for children.
The zoo is home to more than 30 endangered species, including the Siberian tiger, Amur leopard, and fl-footed ferret.
The zoo's giraffes are the most prolific captive herd in the world; there have been 180 live births since the 1950s.
www.frommers.com /destinations/coloradosprings/A27560.html   (386 words)

  
 Denver Lofts - Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Webcam   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Giraffe Cam - Colorado Springs Colorado
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a tax-exempt, non-profit public trust for the purpose of providing recreation, education, conservation and scientific facilities in the field of zoology and related subjects, and to preserve the Zoo in perpetuity for the people of the Pikes Peak Region.
The Zoo is one of only five accredited zoos in the nation that operates without local tax support, depending entirely on admissions, membership dues, donations and grants for funding.
www.denver-lofts.net /cheyenne-mountain-zoo-giraffe-cam.cfm   (81 words)

  
 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo provides a Crucial Link Between People and Nature in a Complex and Changing World
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Society was founded in 1926 by philanthropist Spencer Penrose to house his growing collection of exotic animals.
The inclusion of any organization or person in this database does not constitute a representation, warranty, or endorsement with respect to the competence, suitability, or reliability of such organization or person by Volunteer Pikes Peak; nor does Volunteer Pikes Peak sponsor or endorse any third-party web site.
www.volunteerpikespeak.org /org/13765365.html   (275 words)

  
 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
A quiet day at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a stark change for Dr. Farah Murrani, a veterinarian from Iran.
The pair have been in Colorado Springs since early October for what will be a fourmonth crash course at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.
And though she did ask for directions, she got more and more confused, winding up two miles from the resort at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.
conservation.mongabay.com /Cheyenne_Mountain_Zoo.htm   (89 words)

  
 KRDO News 13 - News & Top Stories - Colorado Springs, Pueblo   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Two aracari toucans disappeared from the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo over the weekend and zoo officials think humans are to blame.
The two toucans have lived in an open exhibit in the zoo for the last five years and have never attempted an escape.
To leave the bird and reptile house, the birds would have had to fly through two doors on the north entrance and three on the east.
www.krdotv.com /DisplayStory.asp?id=11142   (221 words)

  
 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs: Tote and Steve Take Pictures of Zoo Animals! June 14, 2003
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs: Tote and Steve Take Pictures of Zoo Animals!
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs: Tote & Steve Admire The Zoo Animals
It took me about 20 minutes to finally get a picture of me and a rooster that was walking around freely in the zoo.
www.stevegarufi.com /zoo.htm   (291 words)

  
 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo photos   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Photos taken at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs, May 27, 2000.
It was snoozing in the sun for a while, then got up, and snoozed in the shade instead.
This was a visiting exhibition at the zoo when I was there.
www.frogsonice.com /photos/cmzoo   (123 words)

  
 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo - Giraffe
This is a giraffe that, I guess, got a little annoyed that I wans't giving it anything to eat and decided to show it's displeasure.
This is a member of the zoo's famous herd of reticulated giraffes.
This zoo is the world's top breeder of giraffes.
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 Philadelphia - Cheyenne Mountain Zoo - Attraction - AOL CityGuide   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
Perched 6,800 feet up the side of the mountain from which it takes its name, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is the highest public zoo in the U.S.; it's not surprising, therefore, that the views from the zoo are spectacular.
The usual battery of zoo animals, from elephants to zebras, is on hand, although the centerpiece is Primate World, an expansive natural environment filled with simians of every sort.
The centerpiece of the Zoo is, since summer of 2003, the African Rift Valley exhibit which...
cityguide.aol.com /philadelphia/dining/venue.adp?vid=63150   (435 words)

  
 TravelHERO.com - CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOO Hotels and Hotel Reservations
Located on 146 acres, at an elevation of 6,800 feet, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is the only mountain zoo in the country.
The Zoo’s giraffe breeding program is the most prolific in the world with 177 births since 1954.
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a state-of-the-art facility with a stated mission of "Providing a crucial link between man and nature in a complex and changing world."
travelhero.com /destinations/park.cfm/parkname/CHEYENNE_MOUNTAIN_ZOO   (1072 words)

  
 cbs4denver.com - Birds Missing From Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
(CBS4) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. Zoo keepers at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs were trying to figure out how two green aracari toucan birds got out of their exhibit over the weekend.
The male and female pair was discovered missing from the exhibit on Saturday morning.
Anyone who sees the toucans is asked to call the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.
cbs4denver.com /topstories/local_story_114085044.html   (193 words)

  
 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo | Colorado Springs | WCities Destination Guide
It features endangered species in mountain exhibits that resemble their natural habitat.
Hands-on contact with animals is permitted in front of the Aquatics building-giraffes will literally eat from your hand and zoo crackers can be purcahsed at the entrance.
Mountain weather changes rapidly, so bring a light jacket.
www.wcities.com /en/record/,268386/602/record.html   (124 words)

  
 Colorado Springs, Colorado hotel near Cheyenne Mountain Zoo - Comfort Inn 80916, CO003
Welcome to the Comfort Inn, a Colorado Springs hotel minutes from Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
This Colorado Springs hotel is minutes from Peterson Air Force Base, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Garden of the Gods public park, Fort Carson and Pikes Peak.
Held every year in the beautiful town of Colorado Springs, the Rocky Mountain Women's Film Festival is now the longest continuously running women's film festival in the world.
www.choicehotels.com /ires/en-US/html/HotelInfo?hotel=CO003&sid=UacMi.SievMgT5_i.3   (352 words)

  
 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo - Today's Deal | DiscoverColorado.com | Colorado Resort Net   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
SAVE UP TO $18 on your next visit to America's only mountain zoo!
Activities: No visit to the Pikes Peak region is complete without a trip to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo!
Here, you'll experience an unforgettable adventure combining our breathtaking mountain scenery with more than 750 animals from around the world.
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 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
No visit to the Pikes Peak region is complete without a trip to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo - America's only mountain zoo!
Experience unforgettable adventures combining breathtaking mountain scenery with more than 500 animals from around the world.
Feed our world-famous giraffe herd, come nose-to-nose with great apes, ride the 1920's historic carousel, and see the most spectacular views of Colorado Springs.
www.hydro-gardens.com /cheyenne_mountain_zoo.htm   (133 words)

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