Our beloved Fresno Chaffee Zoo announced today that Jon Forrest Dohlin will be its new Chief Executive Officer. He will succeed retiring CEO Scott Barton with the transition expected … [Read more...] about Fresno Chaffee Zoo attracts talent from New York for next CEO
Ways to Celebrate Loved Ones & Support Local Right Now
The COVID-19 Pandemic has left us all reeling in a multitude of ways, many of us are collectively mourning the loss of momentous once-in-a-lifetime experiences for loved ones including high school and … [Read more...] about Ways to Celebrate Loved Ones & Support Local Right Now
Chill out with the animals this Saturday at the Cool Zoo event
The Fresno Chaffee Zoo is a popular place to hang out year round, but recently it's become even more enjoyable to visit during the hotter months of the year. With the recent addition of the … [Read more...] about Chill out with the animals this Saturday at the Cool Zoo event
Wilderness Falls opens at Chaffee Zoo this week!
Fresno has a new spot to cool down in during those hot Valley summers. Wilderness Falls at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo will open to the public this Friday, May 4. For the remainder of … [Read more...] about Wilderness Falls opens at Chaffee Zoo this week!
Fresno Chaffee Zoo Introduces Evenings on the Savannah Series
Last week, I was excited to learn about a new summer event series from Fresno Chaffee Zoo called "Evenings on the Savannah," which will feature live entertainment and gourmet dinner entrées at the … [Read more...] about Fresno Chaffee Zoo Introduces Evenings on the Savannah Series
Get Your Tickets Now for Breakfast with the Animals at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo
The Fresno Chaffee Zoo is once again hosting Breakfast with the Animals. The popular yearly event will take place on Saturday, April 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. It’s your chance to enjoy … [Read more...] about Get Your Tickets Now for Breakfast with the Animals at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo
Chaffee Zoo African Adventure – sneak peek photo tour & grand opening news
This afternoon, my gracious supervisor granted me a few hours off so that I would have the opportunity to go with my family to the Chaffee Zoo Member Preview of the new Chaffee Zoo African Adventure - … [Read more...] about Chaffee Zoo African Adventure – sneak peek photo tour & grand opening news
Meet PBS Kids characters & visit zoo animals Sat at ValleyPBS Kids Nite!
ValleyPBS and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are excited to announce an exciting, new event – ValleyPBS Kids Nite! Formerly known as Dino Nite, this new event will take place on Saturday, September 5 from 5 p.m. … [Read more...] about Meet PBS Kids characters & visit zoo animals Sat at ValleyPBS Kids Nite!
Update: Major happenings at Chaffee Zoo’s African Adventure
Last week, along with three of my FresYes colleagues, I had the exciting privilege of being able to take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Fresno Chaffee Zoo's African Adventure expansion, while still … [Read more...] about Update: Major happenings at Chaffee Zoo’s African Adventure
Fresno Chaffee Zoo vs. San Diego Zoo
My family and I just got back from a much anticipated trip to Southern California. Our favorite sunny beach is Manhattan Beach, CA and we also love visiting Coronado, CA. We decided to combine the two … [Read more...] about Fresno Chaffee Zoo vs. San Diego Zoo
FresYes People – The Little Zookeeper that Could…And Did
"Even on a bad day, I still get a day at the zoo." - Alex Alamar Zookeepers are animal lovers and animal caretakers. They manage the diets and environments of animals in captivity. And, yes, that … [Read more...] about FresYes People – The Little Zookeeper that Could…And Did