One Weekend Left for Wild Days At SeaWorld

Wild Days, presented by Coca-Cola rounds out this weekend, February 7 – 8, with animal expert Jungle Jack Hanna at SeaWorld, Orlando.

Jack Hannah made his 95th appearance on Letterman last night with a groundhog, bush baby, a black leopard, cobra, caracal and a Harris’s hawk. While it’s always fun to watch him interact with the animals (and David Letterman!) on TV, how amazing is it to say you got to watch him in person?!

SeaWorld park guests get the opportunity to see Jack Hanna from the Columbus Zoo on the Wild Days stage in the Nautilus Stage. He’ll share stories from his travels around the world, and introduce guests to some of his favorite animal friends. Wild Days is included with park admission. Shows are at 11:00am and 3:00 pm.

For those wanting a more intimate up-close encounter, there are a few add on experiences available as well.

• Breakfast with Jack Hanna (available Saturday and Sunday) at Dine with Shamu®. Package includes breakfast at Dine With Shamu, meet-and-greet with Jack Hanna, a complimentary family photo and special reserved seats during the 11 a.m. show.
• Dinner with Jack Hanna (only available Saturday) at Dine with Shamu®. Package includes dinner at Dine With Shamu, meet-and-greet with Jack Hanna, a complimentary family photo and special reserved seats during the 3 p.m. show.

This is the third and final weekend of Wild Days. Animal Ambassador Julie Scardina kicked off the event with a Penguin Party, and last week Bindi Irwin, 16-year-old daughter of Terri Irwin and the late Steve Irwin (The Crocodile Hunter) thrilled “Generation Nature” with her passion for education and conservation.

Insider tip: Buy your annual pass now! The incredible BOGO deal ends February 8, 2015. Special this weekend from Coca-Cola: Buy one souvenir drink cup ($11.99) and receive one for 50% off with free refills of Coca-Cola products on the day of purchase. 

All weekend, don’t miss the fun at SEA Garden Block Party featuring a high-energy DJ, whimsical Storyteller, animal encounters, and special character appearances. There are also chances to earn limited edition Wild Days trading cards around the park, plus opportunities for kids to play games that teach how they can help the environment.

You can also hear from SeaWorld trainers who will be on hand to introduce you to some of your favorite SeaWorld animal friends. Discover what goes into training, feeding and loving these animals every single day, plus ask questions of your own! See the in-park flyer for times and locations.

We love going to Wild Days. It’s a great opportunity to see world-renowned animal experts and hear how they’re making a difference every day. It’s great, too, to learn new ways we can be a part. If you’d like to be inspired to action (and have tons of fun doing it), visit SeaWorld during Wild Days, or any day.

Conservation begins with Inspiration. Be inspired. Go DO.

 

Jack Hanna Makes Special Guest Appearance at SeaWorld

Jack Hanna will make a special guest appearance at SeaWorld Orlando September 14-15. During “Jack Hannah Weekend” guests will get to meet the expert himself and his amazing animal friends.

Fans of “Jungle” Jack know him from his Litton Family Weekend Entertainment program Jack Hannah’s Wild Countdown Saturday mornings (usually around SeaRescue, one of our other favorite programs, and Ocean Mysteries with Jeff Corwin!). You may also know him by following his adventures as director emeritus for the Columbus Zoo. (Follow him, as I do, on Twitter).

Jack will be speaking in the Nautilus Theater for two shows each day: at 1:15 p.m. and 3:15 p.m. Seats are on a first-come-first-served basis, and are available with park admission with no additional cost. His co-stars in the past have included clouded leopards, penguins, eagles, and kookaburras. Who KNOWS what exciting friends he’ll bring along this time!

New this visit: Dinner with Jack Hanna – Sept. 14 & 15, 5:00 p.m.

Chef Colon makes some outstanding menu items for Dine with Shamu!

At the Dine with Shamu® on this special weekend, you’ll meet Jack Hanna and some of his special friends up-close and personal! Guests will enjoy some delicious menu offerings (we’ve been impressed with the food at this venue!) while being entertained and educated by Jack himself. Adults (21 and over) will also enjoy one free adult beverage and each family will receive a complimentary photo with Jack. To top it off, attendees will get special reserved seats at the 3:15 show at the Nautilus Theater. Tickets for anyone over 10 is $59. Tickets for kids 3-9 cost $49. Children under 3 are free, but require a reservation. Pass members receive a 10% discount.

Breakfast with Jack Hanna at Sharks Underwater Grill® – Sept. 14 & 15, 9:00 a.m.

At Sharks Underwater Grill® (our favorite restaurant at SeaWorld), Jack will teach guestsabout some of his favorite animals and will have a question and answer time. This VIP experience features a hearty breakfast, a family photo with Jack, and special reserved seats at the 1:15 p.m. show. Cost is $49 for those 10 and up, and $39 for children ages 3-9. Children under 3 are free but require a reservation. Pass Members receive 10% discount.

Will you be joining Jack at SeaWorld? Save this free FaceBook cover photo and tell everyone about this great opportunity to see Jack Hannah in person.