Author Archives: Naima
Enrich your Life!
At the zoo an enrichment is something given to the animals to “enrich” their lives. That is, it engages their mind and body. It can be food, a treat, a puzzle, a scent, or something different placed in their exhibit … Continue reading
The first sleepover.
Things are moving right along at the zoo. I scheduled some Zoo Adventure Programs in August and now it is almost September! I had my first Behind the Scenes Tour, Roar and Snore Sleepover and Career Day for 60 high … Continue reading
Family Time
We had our first visitor to El Paso and broke some more “myths” of the area. My mamasita came to visit for a few days and she was shocked at the size of El Paso, not just a border town. … Continue reading
Clean Clean Clean
Oh how I love the smell of a clean house. I finally got around to buying the goods and making my own cleaning supplies and I absolutely LOVE them! They smell and clean great. My shopping cart, I felt like … Continue reading
What is your favorite insect?
A BUG filled weekend it was! This past weekend at the El Paso Zoo was Bugfest. “Mac” the Blue and Gold Macaw hanging out at the front gate of the zoo waiting for some guests. Check out the cool BugFest … Continue reading
The best way to stay cool is to think cool.
Temperatures across the country are HOT. It has been a tough year for farmers, wildlife, and people in general. I personally don’t mind the heat but I do mind what it does to the fruits and vegetables I like to … Continue reading
The funny Desert smell.
There is a distinct smell in the desert, that only comes out on certain occasions. Most people associate this funny smell with something they long for in the desert… Rain! The creosote bush is a long living desert plant that … Continue reading
Bike to the Zoo!
When I moved to El Paso I decided I really wanted to practice what I preach and push myself to do one more thing to help the environment. I want to commit to ride my bike to work at least … Continue reading
An elephant experience.
On Sunday, I had the unique opportunity to go behind the scenes with the Asian Elephants. This opportunity is open to the public (at a fee) so register and come along with me for this once in a lifetime experience! … Continue reading
Volunteer Training.
This past weekend at the zoo was volunteer training for anyone interested in becoming a volunteer at the zoo. It was two days of informal information on all the possible departments in the zoo to help out with. That means … Continue reading