FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — That extreme summer heat is here but, while people are hunkering down indoors with air conditioning, the staff at area zoos are working overtime to keep animals safe during the blistering heat. “At our zoo we really put a lot of our efforts and we center ourselves around our animal’s wellbeing. So, we have to be…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Beer and animals, a wonderful combination to help conservation efforts in our community. The annual Zoo Brew at the Red River Zoo will bring about two dozen different brewers out to the zoo Friday night. There will be food, a concert, and the chance to meet some of the zoo’s animals, including a ferret who…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The rain didn’t stop people from coming out to the Red River Zoo. Sanford Children’s, Safe Kids Fargo-Moorhead and AAA hosted it’s annual Safety Safari. The event aims to educate kids and their parents about the importance of safety. Local police, fire and EMT’s were there, along with a vehicle rollover simulator. There was also a…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Sanford Children’s, Safe Kids Fargo-Moorhead and AAA are hosting the annual Safety Safari at Red River Zoo this weekend. The free safari includes activities and games focused on safety along with a vehicle rollover simulator and animal presentations. Local police, fire and ambulance members will be on hand. Our own Chief Meteorologist Max Mueller will also…
Fargo, N.D. (KVRR) – An economic engine of the Red River Zoo will spin once again soon. The Zoo’s 1928 carousel has been out of commission since last July. They thought it would be back spinning in weeks. That turned into 8 months. A part in the center of the carousel cracked. They don’t just have parts lying around…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The animals at the Red River Zoo love the holiday season not only for the cold temperatures, but also for the trees. While the animals are able to play outside, even in the cold temperatures, they still can get bored. Zookeepers are always looking for ways to introduce new items to the animals. Christmas trees are…
FARGO, N.D. (KFGO) — Staff at the Red River Zoo in Fargo sadly said farewell to the zoo’s oldest male wolf named Moose. According to a Facebook post, after his health unexpectedly declined Sunday morning, the zoo vet performed a medical examination and determined Moose’s heart was failing. They made the difficult, but humane decision to euthanize him. They say…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A massive indoor waterpark is slated to make a splash in Fargo in 2024. EPIC Companies has released its early plans for “The Wave by Epic”, a 40,000 square-foot family friendly facility. It will include a lazy river, thrilling slides, kids splash pad and an activity pool along with a seven-story, 125 room hotel and parking…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – You never know what to expect at the Red River Zoo. That goes the same for the people who run the zoo. That’s why things like this Friday’s Zoo Brew are important. The fundraiser is an adults-only event with alcohol tastings, a band, and plenty of chances to hang out with the animals. The funds…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Because of the avian flu outbreak hitting our region, you won’t be able to see any of your favorite feathered friends down at the Red River Zoo. Executive Director Sally Jacobson says the zoo has been monitoring the spread of the virus since December. With the virus in our region, the zoo moved a its…
