The Society In The News
Find Out What’s Happening
There is always a lot happening at the Zoological Society of Milwaukee! We host fundraising events that help to raise critical dollars while leaving guests with lasting memories, we offer unique gift ideas like animal sponsorships, and we work to continuously have a positive impact on hundreds of thousands of children each year through our education department. Because of our involvement in the community, we often have the opportunity to work with many media outlets who cover our work to inform the community. Check out what’s been going on recently:

What’s Happening Right Now
CBS 58
Reporter Amanda Becker and the Zoological Society’s Communications and Public Relations Manager ride their bikes through the Zoo to show off all the great perks to participating in Ride on the Wild Side.
TMJ4 News
The return of the Zoological Society’s annual food and beer tasting event hits the local media.
OnMilwaukee.com
Several news outlets highlight the return of the Zoological Society’s fundraising camping event, Snooze at the Zoo.
Milwaukee Business Journal
The Zoological Society’s biggest fundraiser of the year is featured in the Milwaukee Business Journal. See a slideshow of the evening and the amazing fundraising efforts to help the Society.
FOX6
There is a lot going on during the summer. Reporter Brian Kramp shows the audience why they should come to the Zoo to see a Kohl’s Wild Theater performance, sign up for a summer camp and buy a Snooze FOR the Zoo camping-to-go bag.
WTMJ Radio
Four years after the Zoological Society publicly announced a capital campaign to create Adventure Africa, the Society is near the finish line. With a goal of $27 million, there is less than a million to go.
Check Out Our Latest Press Releases
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Spring into Zoo Classes
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Catch Up on Past Updates
Did you miss a big announcement? The Zoological Society of Milwaukee works throughout the year to conserve wildlife and endangered species, educate people about the importance of wildlife and the environment and support the Milwaukee County Zoo. Check out some of the past stories and announcements from the Zoological Society.
JSOnline
During the month of May, the Zoological Society encouraged people to not mow their lawns or use pesticide. By not doing anything, pollinators have a chance to thrive.
CBS 58
The family-friendly fundraising event, Zootastic, is back. The Zoological Society talks about why this event is so special and shows off some of the crafts the kids can do.
FOX6
The Zoological Society is excited to talk to FOX6 about holiday gift ideas. Zoo Passes, Animal Sponsorships and ornaments help out a good cause.
CBS 58 News
Hundreds of local youth groups are invited to decorate trees at the Zoo, thanks to the Zoological Society’s Fantastic Forest.

Media Requests
For all media inquiries and photo and interview requests, please contact Katie Krecklow, communications and public relations manager, via email at katherinek@zoosociety.org or call 414-258-2333.