Friends of Lee Richardson Zoo

06/19/2026

🍒🩵 NEW LIMITED EDITION ALERT! 🩵🍒

Cool off with our Cherry ‘N Blue Raspberry ICEE Dippin’ Dots—available now at the Safari Shoppe! 😍❄️ But don’t wait… they’re only here while supplies last!

🎉 Plus, we’ve had a MAJOR restock on all your favorite Dippin’ Dots flavors, so there’s something for everyone!

💬 We want to hear from you:
🍦 What’s your favorite Dippin’ Dots flavor?
✨ What’s a flavor you wish we carried at the Safari Shoppe?

Stop by and grab your frozen treat before it’s gone! 🦁🍦

06/17/2026

UPDATE: Congratulations to Isabel Elchuck winner of a free Safari Cycle Rental!

Thank you everyone for playing!

✨ Wildlife Superpower Question! ✨

If you could borrow one animal superpower, what would it be?

🦅 Fly like a bird?
🐆 Run like a cheetah?
🦉 See in the dark?
🦒 Reach the tops of trees?
🕷️ Crawl up walls?
🦎 Color-changing camouflage?

Like, Comment and Share for a chance to win a FREE Safari Cycle Rental! 🚲

A random winner will be announced Friday, June 19, 2026 at noon.

06/15/2026

06/11/2026

We have open vacancies on our Board of Directors!

Do you have a background in finance, fundraising, marketing, or management? Or do you simply have a passion for the zoo and a desire to get more involved in the community? Either way, we’d love your help guiding the future of the Friends of Lee Richardson Zoo!

🐾 Apply today: www.folrz.org/bod
✉️ Questions? Email us at [email protected]

06/09/2026

Dear Members and Supporters,

We want to make you aware that the email account [email protected] has recently been the victim of a phishing scam.

If you receive any unusual emails from this address requesting personal information, passwords, gift cards, financial assistance, wire transfers, or other unexpected actions, please do not respond, click any links, or open any attachments.

We are actively addressing the situation and taking steps to secure the account. At this time, we recommend exercising caution with any recent communications that appear suspicious or out of character.

If you have received a questionable email from [email protected] or have concerns about a message you received, please contact us directly at [email protected] or call our office to verify its legitimacy.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and vigilance. Protecting our members and supporters is a priority, and we are working to resolve this matter as quickly as possible.

Thank you for your continued support of Friends of Lee Richardson Zoo.

06/09/2026

New at the Safari Shoppe! 🦏❄️

Our rhino magnets and zoo snow globes have officially arrived. These unique souvenirs make great gifts and are the perfect way to remember your day at the zoo. Stop in and take a look! ✨🐾

06/03/2026

Scooter Pals: the cool way to explore the zoo! 😎

Look cool. Be cool. Ride cool.

Stop by the Safari Shoppe and rent yours today!

06/03/2026

Splish, splash, it’s bath time! 🦆💦

This Ruddy Duck knows how to stay cool—fluffing feathers, kicking up water, and enjoying a refreshing bath. Sometimes the best part of the day is taking a moment to make a splash!

06/02/2026

Tomorrow is Wild Wednesday! Free Drive-thru!

Heads up, tomorrow's Wild Wednesday!
That means the drive through will be free for all vehicles between 8 am and 6 pm!

05/29/2026

Beef Empire Days Parade is May 30 at 10 AM, followed by Chuckwagons in the Park!

After you get your fill of great-tasting beef, head over to the Safari Shoppe for dessert, then enjoy a leisurely stroll through the zoo.

Community events like this are part of what makes our corner of the world such a great place to live.