Wild Reading Safari at the Jacksonville Zoo
- When: Saturday, October 4, 2025, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: 370 Zoo Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32218
- Cost: Free with Zoo Admission
Episcopal Children’s Services, Inc. (ECS4Kids), in partnership with the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, invites families to embark on a literacy adventure at the Wild Reading Safari
The family-friendly event is free with zoo admission and will feature:
Local celebrity readers bring stories to life.
A lively resource fair with snacks, yoga, and music.
A free raffle for a chance to win two Jacksonville Jaguars game tickets and autographed football by former Jags player, Aaron Beasley.
The Wild Reading Safari is designed to spark a love for reading among children while connecting families with valuable community resources.
- Website: www.ecs4kids.org
- Category: Nature Events
Episcopal Children’s Services’ (ECS4Kids) Wild Reading Safari (WRS) is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together hundreds of families served by Head Start for a day of fun, learning, and critical resource connection—all at no cost to participants. Hosted at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, WRS is more than a celebration of literacy; it’s a trusted, welcoming entry point for at-risk families to access important health and wellness information. WRS brings together trusted community partners in an uplifting, family-friendly setting. Your support would help us elevate the visibility and impact of critical health initiatives—ensuring that families leave not only with memories, but also with tools and knowledge to improve their long-term health outcomes.
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