The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is reopening.
The Palm Desert attraction, which has been closed since March due to the coronavirus, will reopen for members this weekend (June 13 & 14) and to the general public on Monday, June 15.
The zoo announced on Tuesday that they have been authorized to reopen by the State of California Resilience Road Map and the Riverside County Department of Health with specific COVID-19 precautions.
The Living Desert announced the he following protocols that will be implemented as conditions of entry to visit:
Guests are required to:
- Refrain from entering if they are showing any signs of illness, including fever and flu-like symptoms
- Wear face coverings (mask, bandana, or neck gaiter) while on grounds and in the parking lot for all guests 3 years and older; Face shields are acceptable for those who cannot wear other face coverings
- Maintain proper social/physical distancing of at least six feet
- Refrain from congregating with others that are not within their household
- Obey all posted signage, conditions for entry, and staff instructions
- Reserve advanced timed entry tickets for all guests and member visits
Guests are also encouraged to maintain proper personal hygiene including frequent hand washing and utilize hand sanitizers available around the Park. Furthermore, food and beverage outlets are take-away only and the following areas and programming of the Zoo remain closed: keeper chats, carousel, Gecko Gulch Play Park, Wildlife Wonders Show, Village Reptile Show, and Tennity Wildlife Hospital.
“Our members, donors, and the community at large have been so supportive during these last two months,” said Jan Hawkins, Director of Development at The Living Desert. “We are so grateful for their donations, membership renewals, and messages of support and encouragement during these challenging times.”
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