What happened at Popcorn Park Zoo?

LACEY — Two peacocks were killed in front of the Popcorn Park Zoo Tuesday morning when they were struck by a car, according to Executive Director John Bergmann. “Our peacocks are free range. They stay on our side of the road.

Is the Popcorn Zoo still open?

Popcorn Park is open daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with early closings on holidays. Admission into the park stops at 4:15 pm. A small admission fee helps support the animals. Learn more about visiting Popcorn Park.

How much is admission to Popcorn Park Zoo?

Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for children under 12. Children under 3 are free. This is also the spot to buy popcorn if you want to feed the animals. We started with the reptile houses.

Who started Popcorn Park?

Associated Humane Societies
Popcorn Park was launched by Associated Humane Societies. The non-profit has two other shelters in Tinton Falls and Newark. Bergmann says these animals have all been bred in captivity and couldn’t survive in the wild.

Is the Popcorn Zoo free?

HOURS, PRICES, DIRECTIONS. Popcorn Park Zoo hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week. Tickets to the park are $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and children 12 and under and free for children 3 and under.

How does Bergmann treat the animals?

The zoo runs primarily on donations, Bergmann says, which help offset the cost of its 42 staff members, including veterinarians and animal control officers, who provide constant care for the animals. And that doesn’t include supplies and specialty food items needed to accommodate the picky eaters among the menagerie.

What can the zoo represent according to Bergmann?

“We take them when no one else wants them,” Bergmann says, admitting that the zoo can sometimes resemble a retirement home for older creatures living out their senior years in peace.

What is there to do in New Jersey for free?

10 Free Attractions in New Jersey

Cape May County Park & Zoo. 707 Route 9 N., Cape May Court House, NJ.
Princeton University Art Museum.
Drumthwacket.
Heritage Glass Museum.
Howell Living History Farm.
The Center for Contemporary Art.
Twin Lights Historic Site.
Bridgeton Hall of Fame All Sports Museum.

What happened at Popcorn Park Zoo? LACEY — Two peacocks were killed in front of the Popcorn Park Zoo Tuesday morning when they were struck by a car, according to Executive Director John Bergmann. “Our peacocks are free range. They stay on our side of the road. Is the Popcorn Zoo still open? Popcorn Park…