Denver Zoo (Follow Up)

As a family we journeyed to the Denver Zoo on a very cold Saturday afternoon. As I mentioned in my previous post, it was a free day. I also mentioned that it didn't feel crowded the week day I went. Well, Saturday felt crowded. I'm not sure whether it was because it was a Saturday or because it was cold, so we spent a lot of the time indoors viewing the animals(with everyone else). Not many animals to see outside.  Maybe it was a bit of both. Anyway, I was a little disappointed. My kids on the other hand had a great time and can't wait to go back. I'm anxiously awaiting for the free dates for 2011 to be posted. If the free dates are only scheduled for the colder parts of the year I may have to get an annual pass.

Go to www.DenverZoo.org to check out the current prices, upcoming events, and free days (hopefully posted soon). To find free days: click on the quick links drop down menu and click Free Days.

Free Day at the Zoo

One of the things I've come to love about Denver is the free days. This Saturday, November 13, 2010 the Denver Zoo is free. You just walk right in.

I went to the zoo on a free day recently and it really didn't feel crowded. I had to park pretty far away and walk in, but I don't really mind the extra exercise. Once in the zoo I felt like I had plenty of room to observe the animals. I've never paid to go to the zoo, so I don't know how it compares to those days, but for free you'll hear no complaining from me.

Many of the people I have met since moving here have a membership to go to the zoo. I see that as a definite possibility for my family as well. My kids are hungry to learn and the zoo is an incredible place for them to learn about all the unique animals that are found all over the world.

Go to www.DenverZoo.org to check out the current prices, upcoming events, and free days. To find free days click on the quick links drop down menu and click Free Days.

Discovering Denver

When I found out I was moving away from the place I was born and raised and moving to Colorado, I was, to say the least—nervous. I knew very little about this place. I spent hours on the internet. I began researching to find out about my future home, and was immediately impressed by the variety of things to do. I found info about wonderful parks and hiking trails, theaters, museums, a zoo, gardens, etc. I became excited about all that Denver and the surrounding areas had to offer.

Now that my family and I have actually moved here (We settled in the adjoining town of Lakewood).  I can officially say I'm in love with the Denver area! I have been amazed by everything there is to do here. Since moving here I have found more and more to love. I'm constantly learning about new things for me and my family to do. I was concerned I would be limited by our income, but have found no matter what your budget is there is something for you to do.

The coming posts are going to document the wonderful places, events, food, activities, and deals that I find as we explore and discover Denver and the surrounding areas.