9/19/09 + 9/20/09, 9/26/09 + 9/27/09 Bronx Zoo Presents Nature’s Air Show; Eat at Applebee’s + Get Free Zoo Admission

Don’t eat like a bird! Spend $40 or more and get two free children’s tickets to the Bronx Zoo.*

*While supplies last. Offer valid 9/17/09 through 9/27/09 only at participating Applebee's in the 5 Boroughs, Westchester and Rockland Counties.  Each free limited admission child's ticket is valid only with a full-priced paid adult admission. No rain checks and no cash value. Employees of Apple-Metro, Inc. or Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar are not eligible for this offer. Other restrictions may apply.

http://www.applebeesny.com/EN/menu/special_features/bronx_zoo_natures_air_show.html

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Bronx Zoo Presents Nature’s Air Show

Bring the family for a fascinating experience with eagles, hawks, falcons, and vultures during our newest fall event occurring over three special weekends in September. Watch these raptors of the wild soar and dive overhead and visit with them up close after the show. 

Nature’s Air Show

Get close to fascinating birds of prey as they take to the air and swoop right overhead! Visit with eagles, owls, hawks and vultures during special presentations.
Time: 11:30 am, 1:00 & 2:30 pm
Location: Astor Court

Birds You'll Meet

Harris’ hawk

Saw-whet owl

Spectacled owl

Barn owl

Augur buzzard

Gyrfalcon

Turkey vulture

Peregrine falcon

Ferruginous hawk

Golden eagle

Other Activities

Hands-on Fun
See the world from a bird's-eye-view when you try out different types of beak-like tools, play the migration game, dissect an owl pellet, and build a suncatcher for your window to help keep birds safe when they pass by the glass. Activity stations located at Dancing Crane Plaza.

10:30–10:50 am: Barn owl pellet

12:00–12:20 pm: Bird suncatcher crafts

1:00–1:20 pm: Beak activity

2:30–2:50 pm: Bird suncatcher crafts

4:00–4:20 pm.: Migration game

Wildlife Theater: The Great Migration Adventure
Join us for drama, puppetry and song. Our story follows a young bird who is discovering that migrating is risky business!
(Note: There are no live animals in these shows.)
Times: 10:45 & 11:30 am, 12:15, 1:00, 1:45, 2:30, 3:15 & 4:00 pm
Location: Asia Plaza

Scrap Kins Recycled Bird Feeder Craft

All you need is your imagination, and you can turn trash into treasure! With some do-it-yourself resourcefulness, learn how to make a difference in your own backyard.

Finished another carton of milk? Don’t throw it away, use it to feed the birds! Download instructions on how to create bird feeders shaped like a snowy owl and a golden eagle using supplies you have around the house.

Feedings & Tours

Guided Tours of World of Birds
Friends of the Zoo education volunteers will lead you on a feather-filled adventure. Each session lasts approximately 30 minutes, and can accommodate up to 30 guests on a first come, first served basis. Meet at exhibit entry.
Times: 12:00 & 3:00 pm

Bird of Prey Enrichment
Keepers demonstrate some creative ways to care for their animals!
Time: 11:15 am
Location: Birds of Prey Aviary
Bee-Eater Buffet
Watch these acrobatic birds become airborne to catch insect snacks. 
Time: 2:45 pm
Location: World of Birds, 1st Floor
Penguin Feeding
See gulls and penguins enjoy a fishy feast!
Time: 3:30 pm
Location: Sea Bird Aviary

http://www.bronxzoo.com/this-season-at-the-zoo/events-calendar/birds-of-prey-show.aspx