Fort Worth Zoo reopening with temporary pandemic precautions, mandatory reservations
The Fort Worth Zoo is reopening May 29 but you’ll need to make a reservation and practice social distancing.
The zoo, which has been closed during the coronavirus pandemic, is temporarily enacting a reservation system to help “control the flow of people in the zoo and to distribute guests throughout the day,” a news release said.
All guests, including zoo members, need to reserve tickets for each member of their party and select a designated time slot online. Attendance will be capped each day and entrance times will be staggered to keep visitors evenly distributed throughout the zoo.
Reserved tickets can be purchased 72 hours in advance of the day you wish to visit. If tickets are sold out for your requested time, you’ll need to pick another slot. Ticket booths will remain closed. No tickets will be sold at the zoo.
Tickets can be printed or accessed on mobile phones. Membership cards and timed tickets will be checked on entry.
Don’t be late. Or early. Early or late arrivals won’t be accommodated. Reentry won’t be allowed, the zoo says.
These precautions are temporary, the zoo notes, and “will be lifted once it is safe to do so.”
Some high-touch areas of the zoo will not be open to guests, including some rides, animal feedings, attractions, playgrounds, water fountains and misters. The zoo is asking anyone who feels sick to not visit the park.
The zoo will include visual reminders throughout the zoo to “ensure guests are maintaining a safe social distance along the pathways.”
“Per state and county officials’ suggestions, guests are strongly encouraged to wear masks while visiting the zoo,” the release said.
In addition to restrooms throughout the Zoo, some hand-washing stations are positioned throughout the park. Visitors are encouraged to wash their hands thoroughly while at the zoo.
