Brews & Bears
After-hours fundraiser at the Nature Center where black bears Uno and Ursa get popsicle enrichment while guests sip drinks and browse food and drink vendors with live music in the background. Includes special animal programs, family-friendly general admission, plus a limited adults-only VIP tier with early entry and an animal encounter.
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