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THE HOUSTON ZOO AND CHEVRON TEAM UP TO SAVE WILDLIFE
2011 Annual Conservation Gala - An Evening with Jack Hanna
October 20, 2011

(07/26/2011)

(HOUSTON) July 26, 2011 … World renowned animal expert Jack Hanna will headline the Houston Zoo’s annual Wildlife Conservation Gala in October. Set in The African Forest, the Zoo’s new and beautiful 6.5 acre addition, the Houston Zoo’s Fourth Annual Feed your Wild Life Conservation Gala: An Evening with Jack Hanna on Thursday, October 20 will feature cocktails and a sumptuous evening dinner, captivating animal experiences with some of the Zoo’s special wild VIPs, and timeless stories and firsthand accounts from America’s favorite zookeeper Jack Hanna, drawn from his 30 years of global travel securing wildlife populations around the world.

The Houston Zoo welcomes Chevron as the Presenting Sponsor of the Fourth Annual Feed Your Wild Life Conservation Gala: An Evening with Jack Hanna. “We are very pleased to support the Houston Zoo whose programs and members are committed to help conserving the world’s natural wonders for future generations.” said Ali Moshiri Chevron Africa and Latin America Exploration and Production Company President.

The Fourth Annual Feed Your Wild Life Conservation Gala supports the Houston Zoo Wildlife Conservation Program. A recognized leader in zoo-based conservation programs, the Houston Zoo has contributed more than $4 million since 2005 to save wildlife and wild places in Texas and around the world.

The world’s wildlife is disappearing at an alarming rate. Global conservation agencies have documented tens of thousands of species that are now at risk of extinction including 12% of all birds, 21% of all mammals and 32% of all amphibians. The Houston Zoo is working to save species and habitats at home and abroad.

Seating is limited for The Fourth Annual Feed Your Wild Life Conservation Gala. Register today when you visit the Houston Zoo on the Web at http://www.houstonzoo.org/jack-hanna/. About the Houston Zoo

Founded in 1922, the Houston Zoo is an exciting live animal adventure that provides a unique educational and conservation resource serving more than 1.8 million guests annually. Set in a 55-acre lush tropical landscape, the Zoo is home to more than 6,000 exotic animals representing more than 800 species. Visitors can experience the wonders of Africa at The African Forest, the new 6.5 acre, $40 million addition featuring chimps, rhinos, and giraffes. Travel to Africa. No Passport Required.

The Houston Zoo is located at 6200 Hermann Park Drive in beautiful Hermann Park. The Zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. during Central Standard Time (last admission at 5 p.m.) and from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. during Central Daylight Time (last admission at 6 p.m.). The Zoo is closed Christmas Day. Regular admission is $12 for adults, $6.50 for seniors, $8 for children ages 2-11 and FREE for children under 2. Visit the courtesy booth at your neighborhood Fiesta Mart and purchase an adult Zoo admission for $10 and a child Zoo admission for $7. Zoo memberships start at only $55. For information on all the great benefits of becoming a Zoo member call (713) 533-6713 or visit our Web site at www.houstonzoo.org.

Operated by the not-for-profit Houston Zoo, Inc., the Houston Zoo is dedicated to the conservation of endangered species, the provision of engaging educational opportunities and the creation of stimulating exhibits that broaden the experiences of our guests and encourage their curiosity.

The Houston Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things. With its more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation, and your link to helping animals in their native habitats. For more information visit www.aza.org.

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