MASTER PLAN PROJECTS. J U N E Master Plan report

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2 Master Plan Projects summary infrastructure Projects ROSENBLATT STADIUM When this facility becomes the property of the Zoo it will be necessary to remove the existing structures. This allows for a redesigned approach to the Zoo to take place, the development of additional parking, and a feature commemorating its former use. HOSPITAL & NECROPSY New Zoo healthcare facility to support an expanded collection located adjacent to the existing service zone area at the northeast corner of the campus. TEST BUDGET: $7.5M COASTAL SHORES New sea lion and polar bear exhibits surrounding a North American coastal themed children s splash zone and play area. This will be located adjacent to the existing carousel area. On the site formerly occupied by bears, swan valley and points north. TEST BUDGET: $22.0M Projects summary TEST BUDGET: $2.5M SERVICE ROAD & LANDSCAPING Create a dedicated service path around the Zoo that allows for access to all of the major animal buildings without inconveniencing our guests. This path will also enable guest services to maintain and stock their facilities. As new areas are developed like the event lawn this service path will allow programs and events to be carried out with little interruption to the operation of the Zoo. Continue to improve our landscaping by developing a more intimate feel and incorporating the approach to an exhibit setting the mood for the experience you are about to enjoy. TEST BUDGET: $1.5M PARKING Expanded centralized visitor parking area with over 3000 Zoo parking spaces. TEST BUDGET: $2.0M INFRASTRUCTURE These funds are necessary to maintain and improve our roads and paths, replace railroad ties and maintain those service buildings that are not endowed. As the Zoo grows, an addition of another electrical circuit will become necessary as well as upgrading aging sewers, plumbing and other utilities. TEST BUDGET: $5.0M strategic services Project MAIN ENTRY & FRONT PLAZA New dedicated Zoo administration facility, guest services building, gift shop, and ticket-taking gateway located in and around the footprint of the existing entry area and IMAX theater. TEST BUDGET: $13.5M ANIMAL & GUEST SERVICE SUPPORT Includes service road, cold storage, and bird winter holding. TEST BUDGET: $2.5M animal anchor & attraction Projects AFRICAN GRASSLANDS PHASE 1 Expansion to the existing giraffe and adjacent habitat zone with added mixed hoofstock species. New state-of-the-art elephant facilities and habitats replacing former hoofstock and zebra enclosures. A new cheetah exhibit, event lawn, buildings, and expanded/enhanced Garden of the Senses. TEST BUDGET: $34.0M AFRICAN GRASSLANDS PHASE 2 Redeveloped zone, located at the former elephant and rhino site at the eastern end of the Zoo, for savanna predator and prey species showcasing lion, wild dogs, rhino, and one of the largest sable herds in the U.S. Also, would include possibility of hippos or Nile crocodile. TEST BUDGET: $23.0M ASIAN HIGHLANDS New anchor exhibit attraction winding through an existing undeveloped forest and hillside featuring the Zoo s tiger collection and a diverse array of other Asian species. Other species would include leopard, takin, gaur, camel, red panda, sun bear, and birds. TEST BUDGET: $18.0M ANDEAN FOOTHILLS New anchor exhibit attraction at the northwest corner of the zoo featuring South American predators including bears, jaguars, puma, and wolves and a diverse array of birds, primates, ungulates, and reptiles. A themed village with restrooms, and food and gift will anchor the entry and exit to this new attraction. EQUATORIAL AFRICA Expanding on the success of adjacent Hubbard Gorilla Valley, this project will add Central African forest dwellers okapi, red river hog, and bongo as an immersive outdoor forest trail experience. TEST BUDGET: $4.0M AQUARIUM WITH EDUCATION / CONFERENCE CENTER The entrance sign to the aquarium will be relocated off the main path. The outdoor concession area will be revitalized and the former penguin yard will be repurposed as a children s play area. The indoor upgrade includes a combination of new aquariums, major exhibits that were designed to be completed at a later date, the addition of an entire area dedicated to jellyfish, and major renovations to some of the existing exhibits. A new complete interpretive package and the addition of a 400 person multi use education / conference center complete this package. TEST BUDGET: $7.0M KOMODO DRAGON EXHIBIT Located on the plaza adjacent to IMAX and the Desert Dome, Komodo dragon will be new to the Zoo s collection and will provide a major attraction that will help with the transformation of the plaza area. The exhibit will consist of holding, indoor dayrooms, public viewing, and outdoor habitats. TEST BUDGET: $1.5M education ADVENTURE EDUCATION & EDUCATION CENTER New Adventure Education hub, located northwest of and adjacent to Desert Dome, with special classrooms linked to active hands-on laboratories, small mammal exhibits, and adventure play areas. New dedicated Children s Zone with rides, exhibits, play areas, splash zones, snack and gift, and shaded plaza and garden seating for parents. TEST BUDGET: $16.0M TEST BUDGET: $14.0M

3 ANDEAN FOOTHILLS (Montane) Puma Llama Jaguar Anteater Bear Chilean Flamingo Wolf Primates Other Birds Reptiles FACILITIES SUPPORT AREA COASTAL SHORES (Oceans and Seas) Polar Bear Sea Lion EQUATORIAL AFRICA (Tropical Forest, Savanna, Montane) Red River Hog Gorilla Okapi Bonga ASIAN HIGHLANDS Takin Tiger Sun Bear Leopards Camel Gaur Tufted Deer Red Panda River Otter Penguin Prairie Dogs Domestic Species Reptiles Birds ADVENTURE EDUCATION KOMODO DRAGON EXHIBIT AFRICAN GRASSLANDS PHASE 2 (Savanna) PARKING Antelope African Wild Dog Lion LEGEND Project zones (Montane, Temperate Deciduous Forest) Visitor Amenities Building Exhibit Building Indoor Animal Housing Administration/Support Building Visitor Path Service Path/Parking Animal Exhibit AFRICAN GRASSLANDS PHASE 1 (Savanna) FRONT ENTRY AQUARIIUM WITH EDUCATION / CONFERENCE CENTER Cheetah Ostrich Crocodile Other Birds Zebra Kudu Vegetation Buffer Landscape Master Plan Project zones 1 ACRE N JUNE 2010

4 african grasslands Phase african grasslands Phase Nighthouse Mixed Species Cheetah African Pavilion Event Lawn Primates Food and Restroom African Lodge Train Station Food and Restrooms Garden of the Senses (with Event Space and Restrooms) Program Net Project Site (Demo, Grading) 1,101,300 SF AC Event Lawn 58,400 SF 1.34 AC African Lodge 7,200 SF African Pavilion 7,200 SF Visitor Path 78,800 SF 1.80 AC Service Path 68,000 SF 1.56 AC Visitor Amenity Buildings 7,200 SF Shade / View Structures 2,300 SF ELEPHANT Habitat 149,800 SF 3.43 AC Pool 5,200 SF 41,700 SF MIXED SPECIES GRASSLAND Habitat 167,150 SF 3.84 AC Pool 3,450 SF 6,100 SF Indoor Housing 14,250 SF HIPPO Habitat (pool + sand area) 49,800 SF 1.14 AC 3,800 SF CHEETAH Habitat 45,400 SF 1.04 AC 3,000 SF concepts Anchored by the existing African Veldt, redevelop the eastern end of the Zoo into a two phase immersive African Grassland habitat zone. Enhance and build upon the success of the Garden of the Senses by developing this area and the adjacent zone into a major event space and venue. This would include an indoor conditioned African Lodge facility for rentals of up to 350 people. An adjacent 1.5-acre event lawn would be utilized for outdoor events including the yearly gala, now held at the Desert Dome Plaza. On the opposite side of the event lawn would be a 500 person picnic pavilion that would replace the rental facility now located next to the existing sea lion. Provide opportunities for children s play areas. Provide state-of-the-art holding facilities and off-exhibit yard facilities for the collection in this area. Provide on-view animal training areas for keeper staff to show-off the care and management of OHDZ s collection. Develop a new food service location with restrooms to replace the existing functions currently located next to the Barn. A new plaza seating area would overlook the new mixed species savanna exhibit. Repurpose the easternmost lagoon into a riverine African exhibit that could include hippo or Nile crocodile and would provide a picturesque foreground overlook from the Lodge to the Phase 2 rhino exhibit. species list Zebra Kudu Cheetah Ostrich Crocodile Other Birds 1 ACRE N

5 african grasslands Phase african lodge with hippo and rhino exhibits Beyond elephants in the african grasslands JUNE 2010

6 african grasslands Phase Program Net Project Site (Demo, Grading) 471,600 SF AC Visitor Path 49,000 SF 1.12 AC 1 ACRE Service Path 25,700 SF.59 AC Visitor Amenity Buildings 5,000 SF Shade / View Structures Overnight Camp 6,100 SF 7,300 SF african grasslands Phase Sable Antelope Lion 2 Lion 1 Wild Dogs Skyfari Food, Restroom, Covered Seating Overnight Camp HOOFSTOCK Habitat 48,950 SF 1.12 AC 4,950 SF LION Habitat 73,150 SF 1.68 AC 3,400 SF WILD DOGS Habitat 34,600 SF.79 AC Indoor Animal Housing 1,230 SF (None) RHINO Habitat 58,600 SF 1.34 AC 3,900 SF concepts Redevelop the existing rhino, elephant, and sea lion areas into a Phase 2 African Grassland habitat zone. Provide on-view animal training areas for keeper staff to show-off the care and management of OHDZ s collection N species list Lion Antelope African Wild Dog A new bridge over the existing lagoon will lead visitors to a new African Village hub which will replace the functions currently located next to sea lion. Guests will be able to purchase food, drinks, and gifts and have access to restrooms in a themed village area with distant views of lion perched atop large kopje rock outcroppings. Provide opportunities for children s play areas at trail head. Provide state-of-the-art holding facilities and off-exhibit yard facilities for the collection in this area. Opportunity to feature a unique predator prey relationship with lion and sable antelope adjacent to each other. Two lion habitats will allow for two prides of lions, increased flexibility, and more active lions. Enhance the Skyfari ride station with views into wild dog and lion. Develop an overnight bush camp concept near the African Village with gated access to main visitor path and direct access from service road. Camp would have views into rhino and wild dog and possibly distant views of lions perched on kopje rocks.

7 Lion Wild Dog african grasslands Phase lions and sable antelope from lion Kopje village