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Jake Kubié
Director of Integrated Communications
720-337-1644
Who We Are
As one of Colorado’s most vital cultural cornerstones, Denver Zoo is dedicated to providing the communities we serve with an intimate, inspiring and informative first-hand encounter with the wonders of nature. But, while we proudly provide families with an accessible and inviting place to connect with wildlife—and one another—we’re so much more than that, too.
Our 80-acre campus is an enchanting urban field station, where 2,500+ wonderful animals serve as ambassadors for their wild counterparts all over the world. Our award-winning education and outreach teams spark curiosity for learners of all ages throughout metropolitan Denver. In addition, our global Field Conservation and Emergency Wildlife Response teams have worked tirelessly for more than two decades to protect species threatened by human encroachment, habitat loss and catastrophic events.
As a non-profit organization, we rely on your support through memberships, visits and donations to instigate action on behalf of our endangered Earth, first by igniting AWE in our visitors. That’s why we’re more devoted than ever to our living our mission—Inspiring Communities to Save Wildlife for Future Generations—each and every day. The survival we ensure may be our own.
Filming, Photography & Media Policies
We welcome the opportunity to work with credentialed journalists from broadcast, print and online outlets on stories about Denver Zoo. Members of the media must get in touch with our communications team at least 72 hours prior to visiting the Zoo (unless the circumstances require shorter notice) and be accompanied by a Denver Zoo employee at all times while on Zoo grounds. We reserve the right to set guidelines and limitations in regards to filming and photography to ensure the safety of our animals, employees, and guests. To arrange a visit to Denver Zoo to film or conduct interviews, or request photos, please contact Jake Kubié.
- Personal Photography
All photographs and other forms of artistic renderings made for contest entries, or personal, recreational or educational use are always permitted without any fee or special permission. Guests must always pay for admission and are asked to avoid obstructing or interfering with the enjoyment of other guests, such as blocking viewing areas or public pathways.
- Commercial Filming
Denver Zoo is an ideal location to accommodate film shoots, documentaries and photo shoots for your commercial needs. Please note that all images captured at Denver Zoo are the property of the Denver Zoological Foundation and any commercial use or profit-making from the images requires permission from the Zoo (all of the animals at Denver Zoo are the private property of the Denver Zoological Foundation and their images are therefore under copyright protection and cannot be sold without our consent). The commercial use of photographs, video and film taken at the Zoo is strictly prohibited without the full written consent of Denver Zoo. To learn more about Denver Zoo’s Commercial Filming program, please contact us at commercial@denverzoo.org.
- Media Policy
We welcome the opportunity to work with credentialed journalists from broadcast, print and online outlets on stories about Denver Zoo. Members of the media must get in touch with our communications team at least 72 hours prior to visiting the Zoo (unless the circumstances require shorter notice) and be accompanied by a Denver Zoo employee at all times while on Zoo grounds. We reserve the right to set guidelines and limitations regarding filming and photography to ensure the safety of our animals, employees and guests. To arrange a visit to Denver Zoo to film, conduct interviews or request photos, please contact Jake Kubié.
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✨ Members, your Glowing Wild early access tickets are on sale NOW! ✨
The Glowing Wild you know and love returns this spring, with NEW experiences waiting to be discovered after dark. See it in a new light with 60 larger-than-life displays and 175+ new lanterns inspired by wildlife, plus live entertainment and interactive surprises every night.
Member early access means you can book your preferred nights and time slots before tickets open to everyone else on March 5. Don`t forget, members also receive 10% off Glowing Wild tickets!
Visit the link in our bio to get your tickets.
International Women’s Day is March 8, and we’re highlighting incredible women at the Zoo all week long! First up, we’re featuring Katelyn Stache, Assistant Curator of Carnivores at DZCA. 🦁
Katelyn helps lead the daily care, wellbeing, and long-term management of our carnivores, including our lion pride, working closely with Animal Care, Veterinary, and Conservation teams to support each animal’s unique needs. From personalized care plans to training and enrichment, her work helps our lions thrive here at the Zoo and serve as ambassadors for their wild counterparts.
One of her favorite parts of the job is building trust with each of the individuals in the pride. 🐾 That trust reflects the strong relationships our teams build and the positive impacts of training and care.
Through our participation in the AZA Species Survival Plan and our Africa Conservation Program’s partnership, the Kyambura Lion Monitoring Project in Uganda, our lions also help support conservation efforts in the wild, where fewer than 20,000 lions remain.
This International Women’s Day, you can support lion conservation work and the incredible women who help make it possible! Visit the link in our bio to donate today.
#Lions #AfricanLion #Lioness #LionPride #BigCats #Carnivore #Wellness #SpeciesSurvivalPlan #DenverZooConservationAlliance #SavingWildlifeTogether
Happy 9th birthday to Dobby! 🦒🎉
Dobby has been part of the DZCA family since he was a baby, and we’ve loved watching him grow into the curious, gentle giant he is today. From those big eyes, fuzzy ossicones, and his signature wrinkles, he’sone of a kind.
Want to celebrate with him? You can meet Dobby up close during a Giraffe Encounter and hand-feed the herd while learning from his Animal Care Team.
🦒 Reserve your spot through the link in bio.
#Giraffe #ReticulatedGiraffe #GiraffeEncounter #GiraffeFeeding #DenverZooConservationAlliance #SavingWildlifeTogether
March 3 is World Wildlife Day and we`re celebrating this weekend with special volunteer-led tours just for members!
In honor of World Wildlife Day, our amazing DZCA Docents are offering free guided tours for DZCA members on February 28 and March 1 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tours are first come, first served and will meet inside the Main Gate.
