Webinar – Paint Your Own Sea Otter

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This paint night is for sea otter fans of all ages and skill levels! No previous painting experience is required. Follow along as local Alaskan artist Kari Becker teaches you step-by-step how to paint a sea otter. You will also learn about Defenders’ sea otter work from Alaska Representative Katy Nalven.

Supply List
1. Water container (fill before class starts)
2. Towel (paper or rags)
3. Paint pallet (paper plate or scrap cardboard is perfectly fine)
4. Canvas (~16×20 inch)
5. Paint pen or sharpie pen in black
6. Paint brushes: Extra large – 2½ inches Large – 1 to … Continue

Lights Out for Birds – Protect Their Journeys

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Spring is in the air and so are millions of migrating birds flying across the U.S. Intense lights can attract and disorient birds, drawing them into the dangers of cities. Every year close to a billion birds die in building collisions in the U.S. and Canada alone. With Texas home to several bright cities along the critical central flyway, BirdCast has made a mission of asking building owners, businesses, developers, and homeowners to turn off nonessential lights during peak migration time.

Virtual Beastly Ball 2021 is on June 5, and You’re Invited!

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This year’s Beastly Ball gala – the Zoo’s biggest fundraiser of the year – is a virtual party, and everyone’s invited! Join us for a very special live event in support the Zoo’s innovative animal care and global wildlife conservation efforts on June 5, 2021. Hosted by actor and comedian Joel McHale, this star-studded evening of fun and philanthropy includes fascinating animal spotlights, an exciting online auction, inspiring conservation stories, and visits from very special guests.