Celebrate the Year of the Giraffe at The Living Desert: Events and Conservation Efforts
Greater Palm Springs offers exciting seasonal activities for all, including fun ways to support vital conservation causes.
Starting this October, The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens launches its yearlong Year of the Giraffe initiative, building on last year's successful Year of the Cheetah conservation campaign.
The Year of the Giraffe features themed events and campaigns to raise awareness about the giraffe's plight, inspire action, and bolster conservation. Activities occur at The Living Desert in Palm Desert and are free for zoo members and paid admission guests.
With fewer than 98,000 giraffes remaining in the wild, many are unaware of their endangered status, notes Erin Scott, Marketing & Public Relations Manager at The Living Desert. Habitat loss from conversion is a primary threat driving their decline.
Visitors can celebrate giraffes, pledge to "stand tall" for them, and contribute to extinction prevention through zoo events.
Year of the Giraffe Launch Party
Kick off the celebration with a public Launch Party on Sunday, October 1, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy family entertainment, food and drink specials, a giraffe spot scavenger hunt, giraffe feeding opportunities, and more.
Learn about ongoing conservation efforts and how to get involved.
Upcoming Events
Members and guests can join these Year of the Giraffe supporting events:
La Gran Fiesta
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on October 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Howl-O-Ween
Family-friendly Halloween adventures on Sunday, October 29, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Tuesday, October 31, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
WildLights
Experience the 24th Annual WildLights on select nights from Friday, November 24, to Sunday, December 24, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Every visit supports endangered species conservation and nonprofit partners. Year of the Giraffe proceeds fund giraffe protection programs.
Year of the Giraffe Conservation Partnerships
Giraffe populations are declining rapidly across Africa, prompting global action. The Living Desert partners with the Wild Nature Institute and Giraffe Conservation Foundation to educate and secure the giraffe's future.
More Ways to Get Involved
Take the Pledge
Sign the pledge on The Living Desert's website with your name, zip code, and email to commit to giraffe conservation and spread awareness.
Make a Donation
Contribute directly via the zoo's donation page to support giraffe efforts.
For details, visit Year of the Giraffe and book at Greater Palm Springs hotels for your visit.
