Bramble Park Zoo

12/03/2025

“Thank you! Time for this big bird to tuck my feathers in. Goodnight!”
Another successful Giving Tuesday in the books, until next year!
GivingTuesday

12/03/2025

👉🏼https://give.cornerstone.cc/brambleparkzoo

12/03/2025

Some pictures for your evening scrolling enjoyment!

Just the Facts:
Bramble Park Zoo (owned and operated by the City of Watertown) cares for approximately 500 animals representing 108 species. The Lake Area Zoological Society, founded in 1972, is the 501(c)3 support organization of the Zoo. LAZS is the only nonprofit organization who allocates 100% of its proceeds to the Zoo. LAZS supports Bramble Park Zoo’s high standards of animal care, their exciting environmental education programs, and their continuous conservation efforts. LAZS believes strongly in the mission and work Bramble Park Zoo accomplishes each year and together we strive to maintain our high standards.
GivingTuesday

12/03/2025

We are thankful for our zoo family! Thank you for being a part of it!

12/02/2025

📈PROGRESS REPORT

So far for Lake Area Zoological Society has raised $1,310!
Wow! We are so grateful for your support!
Here is a snow leopard "smiling" for tax!





There is still time to donate! https://give.cornerstone.cc/brambleparkzoo

12/02/2025

it's been a long day...it's starting to snow and getting dark...but we've got this!

we just need snacks!🍇🍎🍐🍊🍉🍍🥬🥝🥦🫑

12/02/2025

Watertown, South Dakota, is a uniquely vibrant small town with a little bit of everything. Its community members, businesses, and organizations work together to create meaningful opportunities for all residents. The H2O50 plan builds on the foundation of the earlier H2O20 initiative, continuing to move our community forward.

12/02/2025

https://give.cornerstone.cc/brambleparkzoo

12/02/2025

It's all about partnership and knowledge. Help us help each other on Giving Tuesday and every day!

LAZS link for giving: https://give.cornerstone.cc/brambleparkzoo

12/02/2025

Have you had the opportunity to meet Ozzie during a Zoo visit?

12/02/2025

12/02/2025

After losing Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accreditation in September of 2024, Bramble Park Zoo joined the Pathway Toward Membership Program. We are thankful for our mentor institution Great Plains Zoo and their CEO Becky Dewitz for their leadership.

WHY AZA?
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation. AZA represents 254 facilities in the United States and overseas, which collectively draw more than 200 million visitors every year. AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums meet the highest standards in animal care and welfare and provide a fun, safe, and educational family experience. In addition, they dedicate millions of dollars annually to support scientific research, conservation, and education programs.

AZA is the independent accrediting organization for the best zoos and the best aquariums in America and the world, assuring the public that when they visit an AZA-accredited facility, it meets the highest standards for animal care and welfare. Less than 10 percent of the 2,800 wildlife exhibitors licensed by the United States Department of Agriculture under the Animal Welfare Act meet the more comprehensive standards of AZA accreditation. The highly trained professionals at AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums provide excellent care for more than 800,000 animals, making them the leading experts in animal care and welfare.

GOALS/STANDARDS:
-Leaders in Animal Care and Welfare
-Leaders in Conservation
-Leaders in Conservation Education
-Leaders in Professional Excellence
(info from aza.org)