Hogle Zoo

On Saturday (6/5), we went to the Hogle Zoo in Salt Lake City, Utah. The kids had a great time, especially at the end when they played in the Prairie Dog holes.

First stop, the train ride. The train had some technical difficulty and Hogle Zoo employees had to come put sand on the track so the train could get some traction to go up a little (and I mean little) hill. Personally I was a little disappointed in the train ride because even with the delays it took all of ten minutes. I expected to see a little more of the zoo.

We found this cool drinking fountain. Austin and Sammy were brave enough to get a drink.

I always enjoy looking at the giraffes. What interesting animals. We went inside and they were letting kids' feed a giraffe. Austin and Sammy stood in a "unofficial" line and shortly after they announced, "Okay, only two more." Tommy, who barely got over there, and a some girl were the first to raise their hands.

To Austin's disappointment Tommy got to feed the giraffe. There was a little bit of drama there, but a fruit snack and a rice crispy treat later everyone was feeling good again.

Sarah LOVES the merry-go-round. And apparently she likes turtles.

Tommy picked the praying mantis and Austin picked a turkey.

Picture time!

Sarah is the size of a juvenilee ape (with the exception her arms).

Tommy the crocidile hunter.

Watch out, Sammy! You are inside of an anaconda.



Austin hanging out with the prairie dogs.

Tommy, Sammy, and Sarah.

The Hogle Zoo was a lot of fun. Grandpa, thank you for taking us!