Welcome to the Prairie Butterfly House
The Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo (Zoo) is ready for summer with the arrival of over 300 butterflies and the official opening of the Prairie Butterfly House.
“We are thrilled to kick off our first full season for the Prairie Butterfly House,” says Jeff Mitchell, Zoo Manager. “Each trip to the Prairie Butterfly House will be unique, as we will have new butterflies arriving throughout the season including some spectacular morphos and caligos species.”
Opening day celebrations include educational activities hosted by the Saskatoon Zoo Society and giveaways including reusable shopping bags, pins, pens, temporary tattoos and more courtesy of the Saskatoon Zoo Foundation.
“We have to thank all of our contributors as this wonderful exhibit would not have come to fruition without their support,” says Dawn Woroniuk, Chief Executive Officer, Saskatoon Zoo Foundation. “The Prairie Butterfly House further enhances the Zoo’s educational and conservation programming while providing a serene space for guests of all ages to enjoy. We are so excited to showcase this new addition to the Zoo and look forward making another big announcement at our annual ZOOGALA event on June 9th.”
The Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo and Saskatoon Zoo Foundation would like to thank the following contributors, partners and organizations that made the Prairie Butterfly House possible:
- Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)
- Norplex Business Centre
- Hunter Family
- Duval Family
- Ultravision Construction
- One-mouse Graphic Design
- Dutch Growers
- Laser Impressions
“Our government’s crucial investments in tourism focused on rebuilding the industry, promoting what Canada has to offer, and designing new tourism experiences for the future,” said the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan. “The new Prairie Butterfly House is a wonderful example of those diverse experiences. This facility celebrates the Prairies’ distinct character and reflects the federal government’s continued commitment to create good jobs and build an economy that works for everyone.”
Butterflies fly freely around the Prairie Butterfly House allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in nature and experience the beauty and tranquility that the space offers. The Zoo reminds guests to maintain a safe space for the butterflies by not handling or removing butterflies or plants from the habitat.
The Prairie Butterfly House is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Visit saskatoon.ca/zoo to learn more and to plan your next visit.