ZOObilee 2012: Your Gateway to Adventure
Sponsored by Fifth Third Bank, Naples wildest gala will be more thrilling than ever this year featuring a fabulous wildlife presentation performed only at ZOObilee 2012. During the evening, you’ll experience a sensational culinary safari prepared by a collection of Naples most beloved chefs, exciting music and entertainment – plus a live and silent auction with chances to win a trip to Africa with Naples Zoo Director David Tetzlaff. 

Don’t Miss the Naples Zoo’s Most Exciting ZOObilee Ever!

ZOObilee 2012
March 10, 2012 -- 5:30-10:00 pm
$250.00
By popular demand, the gala returns to the Zoo! Come ready for fun and adventure.  This safari-themed gala is hosted in our historic botanical garden under the thrilling gaze of our African lions.
 
ZOObilee 2012 Patron Party
March 9, 2012 -- Boarding at 6:00. Cruise to 9:30 pm
$400.00
Patron ticket includes a ticket to ZOObilee 2012. As a Patron, you’ll also set sail on a private sunset cruise with select wines and a meal prepared by one of Naples’ top chefs aboard the Naples Princess plus a chance to bid on exclusive auction items available only at the Patron Party. Enjoy two fantastic nights of fun and adventure – all in support of your Zoo!

A collection of Naples best chefs will take you on a culinary expedition while you enjoy music and entertainment, a live and silent auction with chances to travel on safari with Zoo Director, David Tetzlaff. Plus a unique live animal presentation that will never be performed anywhere else.  Don’t miss it.

The funds raised at ZOObilee 2012 allow your Zoo to continue to bring thrilling natural experiences to the community and to support critical conservation initiatives around the globe – from saving endangered wildlife like Malayan tigers through Species Survival Plans® to funding the planting of tens of thousands of precious trees in Africa, Asia and the Americas.

Unlike many Zoos, the Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens is not subsidized by tax dollars and is not operated by the city or county.  Your support truly helps make our community a better place and helps to sustain the world’s rare animals and their habitats.

Purchase tickets online or call (239)262-5409 x 135.

Learn more about the nonprofit Naples Zoo, Inc. - 2012 recipient of the
Community Foundation of Collier County's Harvey Kapnick Award
for exemplifying program excellence.

Important: The IRS requires us to inform you that the amount of your contribution that is deductible for federal income tax purposes is limited to the excess of the amount of any money (and the value of any property other than money) contributed by you over the value of the goods or services provided by the Naples Zoo.  Please consult your tax advisor. Naples Zoo is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF THE NAPLES ZOO, INC. MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE FLORIDA DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN THE STATE, 800/435-7352. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.   Based on standard practices, earnings on invested restricted gifts are periodically transferred to Naples Zoo's Operating Account.