We Went to the Zoo, Zoo, Zoo!

I spent the afternoon with my family at a great little zoo! We have been members at the Roger Williams Zoo for the best three years and love to go frequently - from early spring right through those occasionally warm days in early November. But today I was in the mood for something a bit different and perhaps a bit less crowded! So on the recommendations of several "mommy" friends, we set off to explore Capron Park Zoo and were pleasantly surprised. It was about a twenty minute drive and easy to find off exit 3 of 95 in Massachusetts. Parking was a bit tight but there was a fairly quick turn-around so we didn't have to wait too long. Admission was reasonable ($5.50 for adults, $3 for children ages 3+) and the park was extremely stroller friendly. It was relatively small - we easily finished the entire zoo in under an hour - and there were no crowds to compete with. We could easily let the children walk around and explore the animals on their own. The exhibits were very well-kept and child-friendly. Each animal habitat had a place where the children could get close to the glass and get a direct view of the animals - no fighting with fences that are in the children's direct line of vision! Also, the zoo-keepers were very friendly and loved to share about the animals. All in all, it was a great day!

Tips
* Bring cash if you plan to eat at the snack bar - no credit cards accepted!
* Wear sunscreen and hats - shade was hard to come by
* Splash Pad is slated to open June 1st
* Amazing playground right outside the fence
* There is a sandbox located inside the zoo

* Bring a camera - great photo ops!

*Be prepared - the entrance is through the gift shop

The ocelot

We saw white lions and bears...but no tigers!