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Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo 

Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo


 

 

 

 

 

 

It all began with a tree nursery. Millions of saplings and a hundred years later, the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo remains a cornerstone of ecology, inspired learning and lasting memories in the Prairies. Today, this National Historic Site boasts carefully crafted garden spaces, restored heritage buildings, a great new naturally-themed playground and Saskatchewan’s only CAZA accredited zoo. Whether your visit is lively and exciting or quietly reflective, this distinctly-Saskatchewan experience is sure to be a memorable one!

New at the Zoo!

Celebrating 100 Years
Take a step back in time with the Forestry Farm Centennial Committee to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Sutherland Forest Nursery Station.

Sunday, May 26, Noon - 5 p.m.
1903 Forestry Farm Park Drive
(off Attridge Drive)

Lions Leaving the Zoo in November
African lions Dobi and Cooey, and their two cubs Nathan and Shadow, will be leaving Saskatoon this November (exact date to be determined).  To celebrate the lions’ final days in Saskatoon, zookeepers will be on hand to answer questions at the PotashCorp Ark Exhibit over the Thanksgiving long weekend from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day (October 6, 7, and 8).  Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about these majestic animals before they go!  
  

Lions Event Pavilion Open for Rentals
The Lions Event Pavilion, located beside the PotashCorp Ark exhibit in the Zoo, is a 9,600 square foot sheltered rental facility with the ability to host large corporate or family functions of up to 700 people.  The pavilion will also serve as the permanent home of the Saskatoon Zoo Foundation’s annual Zoogala fundraising event.  Click here for more information on rentals.

CAZA Accreditation
The Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo has successfully achieved Canada's Accredited Zoos and Aquariums (CAZA) accreditation. This will be the 4th consecutive occasion that the zoo has received this important accreditation. CAZA accreditation is valid for five years.  Click here for more information on CAZA accreditation. 

EdZOOcational Opportunities!
Check out the exciting programs offered by the Saskatoon Zoo Society - for young and old alike!  Click here for more information.

Tourism Saskatoon
Travelling from out of town? Visit www.tourismsaskatoon.com to plan your visit.

OurArctic.ca
Visit www.ourarctic.ca for a wealth of information about the Arctic, its animals and habitat, and many links to other resources about the Arctic.

ZooAction.ca
Visit www.zooaction.ca to learn more about the conservation work of Canadian zoos and aquariums.

    

Contact Information

1903 Forestry Farm Park Drive
(off Attridge Drive) 
ph:  306-975-3382
E-mail Zoo
 Directions Map

Hours of Operation

Zoo Hours

May 1- Sep 2 9:00 am-9:00 pm
Sept 3-Apr 30 10:00 am-4:00 pm

Park Hours

May 1-Sep 2 7:30 am-9:00 pm
Sept 4-Sep 30 7:30 am-7:00 pm

Oct. 1-Apr 14 

7:30 am-4:30 pm

Apr 15-30 7:30 am-7:00 pm
Paws-Inn Concession & Gift Shop
May 1- Sep 3 9:00 am-8:00 pm
Sep 4 - Oct 31 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Apr 1-30 10:00 am-4:00 pm


PLEASE NOTE:
 
Adult Bears are taken off exhibit at 8:00 pm nightly for the remainder of the day.

 Effective August 1, 2012, the last guest will be admitted 1 hour before closing.

NO pets are allowed in either the Forestry Farm Park or the Zoo.

Admission Rates

Park Rates

$2/parking May 1 to Sep 3

NOTE: 60% of parking fee is used for redevelopment projects within the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo.

Zoo Rates
Admission Charged Apr 1-Oct 31 Only

Adults (19+)

$10.00

Youth (6-18)

$6.00

Preschool (5 & under)

FREE

Family

$20.00

GROUP RATES
(6 or more people)

$.50 off
Adult & Youth


Zoo Gift CardNEW!  Zoo Gift Cards
Now Available!


For information on annual memberships please contact the
Saskatoon Zoo Society.
 

Admission is by voluntary donation from Nov 1-Mar 31 each year. Donations help fund all projects at the Forestry Farm Park & Zoo.


PLEASE NOTE:

Cash, Interac & Credit Card 
accepted at Admissions.

ATM available at Concession.


 Rental Facilities

Spacious green lawns, flower gardens and sports fields make the Forestry Farm Park & Zoo a favourite place for family reunions, school picnics, office gatherings and weddings.

The Superintendent's Residence, new Lions Event Pavillion, Hall, Gazebo and Wedding Garden are all available for private rental.  Functional, quiet and secluded, these areas provide an enchanting backdrop for gatherings of all kinds!  Click here for more information on these facilities.

2013 Facility Rental Information Brochure

2014 Facility Rental Information Brochure 

  

             
 
 
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