Amarillo Zoo’s Turkey-Themed Craft Event Makes Thanksgiving Fun

Amarillo can surely find stuff for our families to do. I am all for it. Until a year or so ago, I had never been to the Amarillo Zoo. I know there are talks about some possible changes happening there, but my granddaughter loves it.

Why the Zoo Is Our Weekend Escape

As long as they leave the bobcats alone, we will all be OK. Now, if you talk to my granddaughter, she will argue back and forth that they are actually cheetahs, even though the sign clearly says bobcats. She is four. She can't read yet, so I will let her win that argument for the time being.

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She loves heading out to the zoo when we can, and there is a reason to head out this weekend. As everyone is gearing up for Thanksgiving, the Amarillo Zoo is helping us talk turkey.

What to Expect: Turkey Crafts and a Special Guest

The Amarillo Zoo is hosting a Crafternoon Delight event:

Who Should Go & Why It’s Included with Admission

This craft event is part of the regular admission price, and you can leave with a turkey to use to decorate on Thanksgiving. The family will surely ooh and ahh over the little one's creation.

Ready to Relax Before Thanksgiving?

So before you get too stressed out about the upcoming week and all the travels and cooking, and possibly shopping you will do, stop and slow down. Spend some time at the Amarillo Zoo creating a turkey with your little one. It's just the break you will need.