This is a Fact Sheet for the Dickerson Park Zoo in Springfield, Missouri. I created the document in a Public Relations Writing course.

1. Fact Sheet
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Zoo Facts
• The Dickerson Park Zoo is located at 3043 North Fort, Springfield, MO.
• The Zoo is open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM during the winter months. It will be closed if
the walkways are covered with snow
• The costs for vising the zoo will vary depending on age: adults and teenagers are $9,
children (3-12) are $6, seniors (60 and older) are $6 and children under two are free. There
are group rates that can be found online.
• The Zoo is home to 340 animals representing 120 species.
• The Zoo is divided into 5 different geographical regions: Africa, Australia, Missouri
Habitats, South America and Tropical Asia.
• The Zoo also is home of the Safari Trading Company Gift Shop to acquire a variety of
souvenirs and gifts.
• The Titus Express Train Ride is available at $2 per person for everyone 2 years and older.
The train tours the Zoo and stops at various points throughout to provide a unique experience
for viewing the animals.
• The Zoo also provides an establishment to provide food and drinks. Bush Country Café has
an assortment of food available: hot foods, snack foods, frozen treats and soft drinks.
• The Zoo also hosts a multitude of events throughout the year that cater to all ages.
• The Zoo has information available about each animal, exhibit and attraction for people to see
on their website, www.dickersonparkzoo.org.
Contact:
Blake Allan Miller
417-259-2587
Blake968@live.missouristate.edu
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