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2008 is the Year of the Frog

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums will highlight 2008 as the Year of the Frog to mark a major conservation effort to address the amphibian extinction crisis.

Professional Training in 2008

We still have openings in the October 27 - November 1, 2008 Professional Training courses in Wheeling, WV. Register now!

Fundraising Research for AZA Members

Learn how your institution compares to your peers on development staffing, membership retention rates, total support, and more. Custom Benchmarking Reports are available from Grenzebach Glier & Associates.

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Zoos and Aquariums Kick Off Year of the Frog on Leap Day
Today, Leap Day, more than 100 accredited zoos and aquariums in North America, joined by their counterparts around the globe, kicked off the Year of the Frog to educate people about the amphibian conservation crisis. [more]

Leapin' Lizards It's The Geico Gecko At The Houston Zoo
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) and the Houston Zoo today, joined by the popular GEICO Gecko costume character and 150 students from Dodson Elementary School, launched the live GEICO Gecko exhibit at the Houston Zoo. [more]

Zoo Support for Elephant Conservation Hits Record Levels
The International Elephant Foundation (IEF) today announced their support for 15 new elephant conservation projects for 2008, marking a record level of support. [more]

2007 Top Ten Wildlife Conservation Success Stories
AZA announces its top 10 wildlife conservation success stories for 2007. From amphibians to zebras, AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums are spearheading new efforts to protect wild animals - in some cases bringing them back from the brink of extinction. [more]

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			Kids and Families: Answer the Call of the Wild We know you love animals and we do, too! Visit an AZA-accredited zoo or aquarium and help make a difference for wildlife. What is accreditation? Special Admissions Program Conservation Snapshots Corporate Sponsorship Program Every year, more than 150 million people visit AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums. Here's how you can reach them. Member Calendar What's New Marketing Programs and Education Products for AZA Members Announcements and News Listserver Upgrade! Read about the new features and options in our new listservers for AZA members. 2008 is the Year of the Frog The Association of Zoos and Aquariums will highlight 2008 as the Year of the Frog to mark a major conservation effort to address the amphibian extinction crisis. Professional Training in 2008 We still have openings in the October 27 - November 1, 2008 Professional Training courses in Wheeling, WV. Register now! Fundraising Research for AZA Members Learn how your institution compares to your peers on development staffing, membership retention rates, total support, and more. Custom Benchmarking Reports are available from Grenzebach Glier & Associates. Recent Press Zoos and Aquariums Kick Off Year of the Frog on Leap Day Today, Leap Day, more than 100 accredited zoos and aquariums in North America, joined by their counterparts around the globe, kicked off the Year of the Frog to educate people about the amphibian conservation crisis. [more] Leapin' Lizards It's The Geico Gecko At The Houston Zoo The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) and the Houston Zoo today, joined by the popular GEICO Gecko costume character and 150 students from Dodson Elementary School, launched the live GEICO Gecko exhibit at the Houston Zoo. [more] Zoo Support for Elephant Conservation Hits Record Levels The International Elephant Foundation (IEF) today announced their support for 15 new elephant conservation projects for 2008, marking a record level of support. [more] 2007 Top Ten Wildlife Conservation Success Stories AZA announces its top 10 wildlife conservation success stories for 2007. From amphibians to zebras, AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums are spearheading new efforts to protect wild animals - in some cases bringing them back from the brink of extinction. [more] More press releases
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