Waypoint: Arrival at the Zoo 40092261N 83070365W

The Gorilla is a favorite.

Upon Arriving to the zoo, we have to send an adult to check in first.  After check-in, the whole group exits the two charter buses that we take and is guided through the front entrance.  To save time and money, we eat an early packed lunch in a picnic shelter.  The students have all day to enjoy Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay (afternoon only).  Students and chaperones are given a map of the zoo.  There are five regions that should be visited: North America, Asia Quest, African Forest, Australia and the Islands, and Shores.  There are suggestions for the students as far as covering the whole zoo.  However, as long as they see and explore all regions of the zoo, our goal has been accomplished. The students are forewarned about safety for them and for the animals.  We agree where to meet and a time to meet.  By 10:30, they're off and running! (hopefully walking) www.columbuszoo.org