While we were in Indianapolis, we were able to spend an afternoon at the Indianapolis Zoo. It had been a few years since we had taken the girls to a big zoo, so this was a real treat for all of us! It allowed us to get up close and personal to some of the animals that we would normally only encounter on television.
The Indianapolis Zoo is fortunate enough to be part of an elephant breeding program, and we were able to see Baby Kalina out in the enclosure while we were there. This "little" female was just born on July 20th (and weighed 238 pounds!)! She was completely tuckered out while we were there, but it was nice to see her out in the enclosure with her mama!
Some of the other highlights of the day:
The Dolphin Show- First of all, walking into the dolphin amphitheatre is a real treat. You walk into a clear tunnel that goes right under the water. The dolphins just swim and play all around you! Mikayla and Susie were surprised several times when a dolphin would appear right next to the glass or swim over our heads! I could have stayed there all day, just watching them play! The show was awesome too, especially since one of my friends is a trainer there. She met us after the show for a few minutes and answered my questions about what she does (both girls were a little shy).
Tigers- The Indianapolis Zoo just opened a tiger exhibit fairly recently. We enjoyed them!
Meercats- Susannah especially wanted to see these little guys! They are so quirky and fun!
Pet a Shark- Yep, they have an open tank where you can put your hand in and actually pet a shark! Jeff and I were so busy petting that we forgot to take pictures, but our children will vouch for us! They weren't quite so willing to put their fingers in the water!
Roller-Coaster- Mikayla rode her first roller-coaster at the zoo! Surprising ALL of us, she had a great time!
It was a fun afternoon--Mikayla's face says it all! :)
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