American Association of Zoo Keepers

American Association of Zoo Keepers An association for animal care professionals to exchange information & network with one another
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AAZK is a nonprofit (U.S. 501c3) volunteer organization made up of professional zoo keepers and other interested persons dedicated to professional animal care and conservation.

08/21/2026

AAZK on the Street interviewed some conference goers in Phoenix last year to find out answers to important questions, such as “what animal is your favorite to work with and why”?

Attending AAZK National Conferences is one of the best ways to get connected to other amazing individuals who are passionate about all things animal care, conservation, each other, and why we do what we do! For more info about the 2026 AAZK National Conference visit:
https://www.aazktacoma2026.com/

Are you attending the 2026 AAZK National Conference? Is this your first time attending the conference? Are you an AAZK N...
08/19/2026

Are you attending the 2026 AAZK National Conference? Is this your first time attending the conference? Are you an AAZK National Conference veteran? Would you like a buddy to help you navigate throughout the conference? Sign up with the link below by 9/1/2026 to be matched up with a buddy before the conference. Unsure if you can attend, decide you want a buddy after the deadline or have questions? Email [email protected]

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScXDdczZcN8lyRA561tuuKYQtuFO5LTKCuKdZnUm_vDR99pFQ/viewform?usp=dialog

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¿Vas a asistir al Congreso Nacional AAZK 2026? ¿Es la primera vez que vas al congreso? ¿Eres un veterano del Congreso Nacional de AAZK? ¿Te gustaría que un compañero te ayude a navegar el congreso? Regístrate en el siguiente enlace antes del 1/9/2026 para asignarte un amigo. ¿No estás seguro de poder asistir? O si decides que quieres un amigo después de la fecha límite o tienes preguntas, mándanos un correo electrónico [email protected]

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejT2snvuK9hAp4yogB_v-JC9LVvoHya1GNotjQRJb6k2_VUQ/viewform?usp=dialog

08/18/2026

We are thrilled to announce that AAZK Commercial Member, Dominion H**p, is our sponsor the Awards Ceremony at the 2026 AAZK National Conference!

Please join us on September 15th, from 8-10pm (PST) in Tacoma to celebrate all of the amazing accomplishments of colleagues in the field and other AAZK chapters!

A HUGE thank you to Dominion H**p for their generous support!

We hope to see you there and can't wait to celebrate AAZK Awards!



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Nos complace anunciar que Dominion H**p, miembro comercial de AAZK, es nuestro patrocinador para la Ceremonia de Premiación durante el Congreso Nacional AAZK 2026!

Por favor, acompáñanos el 15 de septiembre, de 8 a 10 pm (PST) en Tacoma para celebrar todos los increíbles logros de colegas en el campo y otras divisiones de AAZK.

¡Un ENORME agradecimiento a Dominion H**p por su generoso apoyo!

¡Esperamos verte ahí y estamos ansiosos por celebrar los Premios AAZK!

Attending the 51st Annual AAZK National Conference in Tacoma and haven't booked your hotel room yet? Be sure to book yo...
08/17/2026

Attending the 51st Annual AAZK National Conference in Tacoma and haven't booked your hotel room yet? Be sure to book your stay BEFORE August 21st to guarantee you receive the conference rate. Follow the link in our linktr.ee for the to book your stay.

Please note that Hotel Murano is sold out for Friday, September 11th and Saturday, September 12th. But if you're looking to fly in early, check out the conference website for hotels within walking distance!

www.aazktacoma2026.com

¿Asistirás al 51vo Congreso Nacional Anual de la AAZK en Tacoma y aún no has reservado tu habitación en el hotel? Asegúrate de reservar tu alojamiento ANTES del 21 de agosto para garantizar la tarifa especial del congreso. Sigue el enlace en nuestro para reservar tu alojamiento. Por favor, ten en cuenta que el Hotel Murano ya no tiene habitaciones para el viernes 11 y el sábado 12 de septiembre. Pero si buscas llegar antes, ¡visita la página del congreso para ver hoteles que están a corta distancia caminando! www.aazktacoma2026.com

Celebrate the keepers who make enrichment extraordinary!This September, we will be celebrating our nominees for the 2026...
08/16/2026

Celebrate the keepers who make enrichment extraordinary!

This September, we will be celebrating our nominees for the 2026 AAZK Awards, including the Lee Houts Advancement in Enrichment award.

But why wait? Summertime is a great season to come up with refreshing new ideas; ice treats, sprinklers, watermelons, oh my!

Don't forget to keep summer on your mind when we head into winter and nominate your innovative enrichment designs. Nominations will open up again January 1st, 2027!

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¡Celebra a los cuidadores que hacen que el enriquecimiento sea extraordinario!

Este septiembre, celebraremos a nuestros nominados para los Premios AAZK 2026, incluyendo el premio Lee Houts Avances en Enriquecimiento Ambiental (Advancement in Enrichment).

¿Pero por qué esperar? El verano es una gran temporada para desarrollar ideas nuevas: premios de hielo, aspersores, sandías, ¡ay, Dios!

No olvides tener el verano presente cuando entramos al invierno y nomina tus diseños innovadores de enriquecimiento. ¡Las nominaciones volverán a abrirse el 1 de enero de 2027!

Join the AAZK Conservation Committee for a chat with Snow Leopard Trust on Tuesday, August 18th, 6 pm Mountain Time! Co...
08/13/2026

Join the AAZK Conservation Committee for a chat with Snow Leopard Trust on Tuesday, August 18th, 6 pm Mountain Time! Comment below with your questions for us to ask our Conservation Partner, and join us on Zoom next month to learn more about the important work they are doing!

Topic: AAZK Conservation Committee w/ Snow Leopard Trust
Time: Aug 18, 2026 06:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/94741452748

Meeting chat link
https://zoom.us/launch/jc/94741452748

Our AAZK Committees and Programs NEED YOU to help make this organization so amazing!!Check out what opportunities await ...
08/13/2026

Our AAZK Committees and Programs NEED YOU to help make this organization so amazing!!
Check out what opportunities await you to join a team of fun, creative and knowledgeable individuals that strengthens the impact and reach of AAZK!

We send a list of openings every month on our Keeper N.O.T.E.S. email, so if you are interested in more information please visit
https://aazk.org/committee/
If you are attending this year’s conference in Tacoma be sure to stop by the Committees and Programs table and chat with us! 😊

¡Nuestros Comités y Programas de AAZK NECESITAN QUE TU nos ayudes a hacer que esta organización sea tan increíble!
¡Descubre qué oportunidades te esperan para unirte a un equipo de personas divertidas, creativas y conocedoras que fortalecen el impacto y alcance de AAZK!

Cada mes, enviamos una lista de vacantes en nuestro correo electrónico Keeper N.O.T.E.S., así que, si te interesa más información, por favor visita
https://aazk.org/committee/

¡Si tienes planeado asistir al congreso de este año en Tacoma, asegúrate de pasar por la mesa de Comités y Programas y platicar con nosotros!

🐘Happy !!🐘 🎉 Celebrate by learning more about the incredible work being done for elephants by Asian Elephant Support ...
08/12/2026

🐘Happy !!🐘

🎉 Celebrate by learning more about the incredible work being done for elephants by Asian Elephant Support and
🔗asianelephantsupport.org
🔗elephantsforafrica.org



¡¡Feliz Dia Mundial del Elefante!!

Celebra aprendiendo más sobre el increíble trabajo que se están haciendo por los elefantes nuestros socios de conservación
asianelephantsupport elephantsforafrica

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