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National Cougar Day

Stone Zoo

June 13, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Celebrate National Cougar Day with us!

Buy General Admission Tickets

Included with Zoo admission—members are free!

Join us as we shine a spotlight on these incredible big cats. Visit our discovery station for hands-on activities, fun facts, and opportunities to learn from our educators about cougars and the conservation efforts helping protect them in the wild. Throughout the day, attend one of two cougar chats to discover what makes these powerful predators so remarkable, ask your questions, and hear stories from our animal care team. And of course, don't miss the chance to visit our two cougar sisters in their habitat and celebrate these amazing ambassadors for their species!

Schedule:

  • Discovery Station: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
  • Cougar Chats: 1-00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Cougar Cam

Cam hours: Weekdays, 9:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.; Weekends, 9:00 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. EST