This cache is NOT at the posted coordinates. To learn the coordinates for this geocache, you must complete the Endangered Species at the National Zoo Adventure Lab that also starts here. Admission to the Zoo is free. Please observe Zoo hours. NO CACHING WITHIN ZOO PROPERTY IS PERMITTED WHEN THE ZOO IS CLOSED.
Please note: you now need tickets to enter the Zoo. Tickets are FREE. Please visit https://nationalzoo.si.edu/visit to get your entry passes.
About the National Zoo
Mission: "At the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute, we save species. We provide engaging experiences with animals and create and share knowledge to save wildlife and habitats."
Always free of charge and open 364 days a year, the Smithsonian’s National Zoo is one of Washington D.C.’s, and the Smithsonian’s, most popular tourist destinations, with more than 2 million visitors from all over the world each year. The Zoo instills a lifelong commitment to conservation through engaging experiences with animals and the people working to save them. Founded in 1889, the Zoo is part of the Smithsonian Institution, the world’s largest museum and research complex. Today, the Zoo sits on 163 acres in the heart of Washington, D.C.’s Rock Creek Park and is home to 2,700 animals representing more than 390 species.
About the Cache
You must complete the Endangered Species at the National Zoo Adventure Lab to obtain the coordinates for this bonus cache. If you can't find the info after completion, go back to the journals in the Adventure Lab.
For each location, look at signage that will give you the answer to each question.
After each journal completion, you'll be given info for final location.
N38 AB.CDE W77 FG.HIJ
**UPDATE DECEMBER 2023: Storytime: Original cache placement was a chained and locked ammo can next to the Great Cats Gift Shop. Sadly, it was removed by zoo officials in August 2023. Replacement cache has since been placed. IT IS NOT INSIDE ZOO PROPERTY.**
** UPDATE FEBRUARY 2025: Exhibits are always changing and gets updated. If anyone find any of the Adventure Lab stops missing or unavailable, please don't hesitate to let me know via DM. I will try my best to keep the Adventure Lab as updated as possible. CACHE IS NOW A BISON. **
If you've never done an Adventure Lab, please download the Adventure Lab app from the Apple App Store or Google Play. It's FREE!
To access the Endangered Species at the National Zoo Adventure Lab, click on the URL below or scan the QR code to open this tour on the Adventure Lab mobile app on your phone!
https://labs.geocaching.com/goto/NationalZoo
Written permission have been given by National Zoo authorities.