because of the school bus that came by
just before we did.
He strutted around all puffed up for a little
while until he felt confident enough to just
go about his business - which was the all
important business of chasing the female
ostrich. Of course she was doing her best
to pretend that he didn't exist.
It had been years since we'd been to
Lion Country Safari- our family has grown
since then. It was just as exciting as we
remembered- more so, because the boys
were old enough to appreciate it and to
recognize many of the animals.
Of course, I sense a unit study in the works- but for now- it was just more
fun than a barrell of monkeys! (sorry can't help myself)
My little monkeys had a great time! Everywhere they turned there
was something new and exciting to see.
We listened to the audio CD while we drove slowly through the park.
For those who don't know- unlike a regular zoo- the animals run wild
through wide open spaces. It is so much more exciting to see them in
a more natural setting.
There aren't just a few zebras in a small zebra enclosure.
There are herds of zebras - running around kicking each other!
So much better than a regular zoo!
We actually got quite close and personal with some of them.
A bit too close with others!
It was fabulous being so close to the wildlife-
(and the animals too- lol) 
We cooled off in the water play area- perfect for Florida!
But we all agree- the very BEST of all - was feeding the giraffes!
Unforgettable experience!
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If you are not afraid to "rough it" a little bit- check out their camp ground- they have cabin rentals
that include entry into the park - We haven't stayed there ourselves as we were headed over to the
coast - so I can't actually recommend it- but it could be worth a shot!
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10 comments:
What a wonderful adventure! I LOVE the photos. And feeding giraffes… Is this in Florida? I will put this on our "to visit" list when we trek down there. Thanks for sharing!
So neat to see all the animals so close up!
Looks amazing. I love the Giraffes.
how neat :) looks like a neat trip :)
Lion country has been down on our list for awhile, but these pictures are making me want to push it up to going sometime very soon!
We are in Orlando but drive all the time for adventures. We were in Sarasota last weekend and ended with Marie selby gardens:). A rendezvous with you all somewhere would be so fun!! Let's keep talking about it!! Have a fun 4th of July!!
We LOVE Lion Country Safari & my fave part besides the drive thru safari (how amazing!) is definitely feeding the giraffes! :)
WOW! How wonderful to have a place like this! I think I would l spend every weekend there. We have some open-plain zoos here but they are a LONG way away from where we live :(
….definitely a unit study in there :)
Looks like a great vacation! My kiddos love to see animals that close in the Animal Kingdom in WDW. Off to find place closer by...
looks like so much fun :) stopping by from the hip homeschool hop.
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How fun! I haven't been to a safari park in YEARS, but I agree - they are way more exciting than a zoo! Mainly because you're never really sure if the animals might decide to charge your car! lol
Thanks for linking up to Outdoor Play! Hope to see you again this week :-)
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