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Heavy Snow, High Winds Force Akron Zoo to Remain Closed Today
Akron, Zoo - Due to current weather conditions the Akron Zoo will be closed today, Saturday, February 06, 2010. As long as weather conditions are favorable the zoo will reopen tomorrow, Sunday, February 7, 2010 at 11 a.m. The Akron Zoo, which is home to over 700 animals from around the world, is open 361 days a year. Regular hours are 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and admission is $6.00 per person. Children under two are free and parking is $2.00. The Akron Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Association (AZA). Look for the logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things. With its more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation, and your link to helping animals in their native habitats. To view Akron Zoo's web page on Zoo and Aquarium Visitor, go to: http://www.zandavisitor.com/forumtopicdetail-165-Akron_Zoo_in_Ohio |

I think we should move on from having dolphins in captivity now - we all know this isn't good for them.
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