| Reservations: | Not needed—walk-ups welcome! |
| Questions: | Education Department or call (619) 557-3969 |
| Fee: |
$15 for members, $17 for nonmembers |
| Audience: | Adults, ages 12 and up |
| Location: |  |
| Duration: | 7–8:30 p.m., 90 minutes |
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. Interesting topics, fascinating speakers, and amazing images, along with dessert and coffee, make these talks both fun and interesting. Special Speakers talks are offered throughout the year: see the schedule below.
Unless otherwise specificed, 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. Special Speakers is for adults, ages 12 and up.
Wednesday, May 21
Polar Bear Conservation and Arctic Adventures in Churchill, Canada
Senior Keeper JoAnne Simerson will share dramatic photos of wild polar bears in Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, discuss effects of global climate change, and explain how the San Diego Zoo's polar bears are playing an important role in understanding polar bears in the wild. Ronit Abramson, the Zoo's teenage "Arctic Ambassador," will talk about Polar Bear International's Polar Bear Leadership Camp, as well as provide information about how other teens can be chosen to participate in this rewarding program.
Read blogs about polar bears...
Read Ronit's blog about her polar bear adventure...
Listen to an iZoofari Chat about polar bear breeding season at the San Diego Zoo...
"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
