Crawl through a bear den, climb up a ranger tower, swing in a giant oriole nest and rock a fishing boat – all at the Minnesota Zoo’s new “Woodland Adventure,” a nature based play area opening July 11...visiting the Zoo will receive an activity book with nutrition and fitness tips and a pedometer (limited supplies), courtesy of General Mills. It's a fun new way to experience the Zoo. mnzoo.org

By DAVID PETERSON, Star Tribune Last update: May 5, 2009 - 5:54 PM There was a moment of silliness late one afternoon last week at the Minnesota Zoo. On a quiet site emptied of all its guests, the...the Minnesota theme. David Peterson • 952-882-9023 source: Star Tribune Oh, how I would love to see a photo of Lee Ehmke sitting on that mosquito XD ^photo I took of the mosquito last weekend

The treehouse portion of the playground is built and visible over the fenceline.

Minnesota Zoo building playground to give kids a place to physically connect with the outdoors By Jessica Fleming jfleming@pioneerpress.com Updated: 02/18/2009 06:30:26 AM CST What would an oriole's...to engage kids in play activities," Ehmke said. "(Other zoos) have had great results." Jessica Fleming can be reached at 651-228-5435. source: www.TwinCities.com has artist sketch of playground