I am very pleased and excited to report that I have been invited back to the Cincinnati Zoo once again. I’m not sure the word “invitation” is exactly the right word. Perhaps “ordered” back to the Zoo is more accurate.... Continue Reading →
I haven't written in a while for a few reasons. I had to step back and away from my Cincinnati Zoo experience for a while just to adjust back to normal life. I also had a lot of catching... Continue Reading →
I've been incredibly busy trying to get photos taken and I've had so many people to talk to, I haven't had time to get a post together. So here are some photos to give you an idea of what's been... Continue Reading →
It's a Happy Little Train: The Zoo has a train with a high-pitched whistle. I can hear it all the way over at the Intern House. Every time that whistle blows, it brings to mind the film: "The Bridge on... Continue Reading →
So Beautiful! : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_imwld_WzI No, I am not hand polishing a table top. This is "Lil' Joe", a Manatee I had the privilege of chatting with. Here's better look at more of Lil' Joe. It's extremely difficult to get all... Continue Reading →
Apparently there is. How do you even apply for that job? And how in God's name would you explain it on your resume? And what do you do on your day off? Working here has opened up my eyes to... Continue Reading →
This is Dave Oehler; Major Dude, Lead Cheese, and "Big Bird" at the Bird House. I believe his title is "Bird Curator". But to me he is simply the "Major Dude". When that came to mind, all I could think... Continue Reading →
One of my Favorite songs is by Peter Townsend and Ronnie Lane from an album titled "Rough Mix". It's called "Street in the City" and it reminds me of the frenetic activity that occurs in the Bird House behind the... Continue Reading →
(Cleaning the Little Penguin Back Enclosure; I cannot describe the smell. The Penguins don't seem to be fazed...It's just how it is. Of course I was attempting to "Feng Shui" the rocks. Their enclosure is now incredibly cleaner than their... Continue Reading →
Parrot Nation 