Zoo Boise gets kids moving

12:00am on Feb 10, 2012

  • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 11, Zoo Boise, 355 Julia Davis Drive. $4.25 general, $3 children 4-11, free for ages 3 and younger.

Enjoy discounted admission all day while learning about healthy nutrition and “Zoorobics,” a new program for families where you exercise like your favorite zoo animal. Let’s Move Boise is part of a national initiative to combat childhood obesity by increasing physical activity and access to healthy food. The first 750 kids will receive a free string backpack filled with recipes and prizes. Parents can sign up for Grow a Row, a program to encourage gardeners to share produce with local food pantries. Call 384-4125 for more information.

Michelle Jenkins

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