Reservations: Call 619-557-3969
Questions: Education Department
Fee:
Oct. 22: $15 for members, $17 for nonmembers
Nov. 12: $17 for members, $20 for nonmembers
Audience: Ages 12 and older
Location: San Diego Zoo
Times: 7–8 p.m. for presentation
8–8:45 p.m. for question-and-answer period and refreshments

Calendar: Special Speakers

At the San Diego Zoo

Find out more about some of our most interesting animals by attending a Special Speakers talk at the San Diego Zoo. Engaging topics, fascinating speakers, and amazing images, along with light refreshments, make these talks both fun and entertaining. Special Speakers talks are offered throughout the year: see the schedule below.

Unless otherwise specified, all presentations are held at the San Diego Zoo's Otto Center Auditorium and include a question-and-answer period, cookies, and a hot beverage after the presentation. Special Speakers is for adults, ages 12 and older.

 

2008 Schedule

 

Kathy Marmack and cheetah
Kathy Marmack and one of the "cool" critters she will bring

Wednesday, October 22

Cool and Creepy Critters
Kathy Marmack, animal training manager, will show us some of the most mysterious and fascinating animals from the Zoo's Wild Ones show. It will be a fun-filled evening packed with some amazing animal stories. This is a great opportunity to get close-up photos of some of your favorite scary animals!

Wednesday, November 12

Orangutan Conservation
Dr. Biruté Galdikas, conservationist and founder of Orangutan Foundation International, will share fascinating stories of the red apes of Asia that changed her life and enlighten us about what we all can do to ensure their survival.

"Last night I attended the Special Speakers talk...This was the first time I attended and I was glad I did. It was informative and I had a great time."—Peggy C., Special Speakers attendee