Extended Outdoor Experience

This week, we had the opportunity to go to the Fort Worth Zoo as a class. I decided to count this as my extended outdoor experience. I had only been to the zoo one time before this, but I didn't stay for long. Compared to other zoos, I think the Fort Worth Zoo does an amazing job of making guests feel like they are truly immersed in nature. I value the shade the trees provide over all of the walkways. I appreciate how intentional the zoo is with their landscaping and design.  

Last time I went, the amphibian and reptile enclosure was closed. I was really excited to have the opportunity to explore that this time, it is now one of my favorite parts of the zoo. That being said, I was greatly disappointed when I did not see a horned frog. I am sure they have one somewhere, but I did not see it during our entire zoo visit.  

The Texas Wild exhibit was probably my favorite part of the visit. I liked seeing animals that live in this state because it made me think about the wildlife I can’t see back home and how unique Texas is. The coyotes were up and walking around when my group walked by. They seem much bigger than the ones I see in Washington. I also spent some time at the bald eagle exhibit. While I see plenty of these in Washington, it was amazing to see one up close.