Sacramento Zoo

On Saturday the 22nd we went to the Sacramento Zoo as a family. Ava and I went last month with family, but Rich had to work. Last time we didn't make it on the new Conservation Carousel, so Rich took us back so we could have a ride. I was excited to ride on the Sea Turtle with Ava, but was told I could only stand next to her. Rich rode on the Poison Arrow Frog and then took a picture with Ava on the Praying Mantis. This was Ava's first carousel ride. At first she was enjoying the ride, but halfway through she starting crying and I had to hold her until we stopped. Unfortunately she was tired and her tooth was bothering her, so she did not have the best day.

Ava and I pretending to ride together. I was pretty excited about the sea turtle, but was surprised at how small it was.

Me standing next to Ava because I wasn't allowed to ride with her while the carousel was in motion...so sad!

Rich and Ava pretending to ride the praying mantis.

We thought this carousel seat was funny and wonder how many people realize what they are sitting in.

A future zoo keeper??

Rich and Ava rest for a moment after looking at the small cats.

We enjoyed watching the giraffes using their long tongues to eat.

Daddy's shoulders offer a better view of the animals.

We stopped for lunch at the zoo picnic tables.

Ava finally fell asleep at the end of the day.