FOR RELEASE:  January 25, 2010

 

 

 

Enjoy an African Safari Experience Right Here in Troy

 

 

(TROY, MI) – The Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center is offering “An African Safari Experience” on Saturday, February 27, from 10-11 am.  Adventurers ages 3-adult are invited to come listen to true stories from Detroit Zoo’s Education Specialist David Gakure about life in rural Africa.

 

Gakure will share his experience growing up and becoming one of the finest naturalists and safari guides in East Africa, including stories and facts about hippos, lions, gorillas, animal adaptations and more.  He will bring along a variety of biofacts including an elephant tooth, rhino horn, skulls, skins and hides – all from the Detroit Zoo’s great collection.

 

Registration is required.  The fee is $4 per person for residents and $6 for non-residents.  The Nature Center is located at 6685 Coolidge Highway in Troy.  For more information, call 248.524.3567.

 

 

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