Prowling and Playing!

Last Saturday, the Phoenix Zoo was open in the evening for an event they call Prowl & Play.  Most, but not all, of the animals are out, they open their two water areas--in a feeble attempt at keeping cool--and Radio Disney provides music and karoke for the kids.  When I saw this advertised, I knew instantly we needed to make the trip.  Miles loves animals and water so there was no question in my mind that he would have a good time, and we did!

We started with giraffes and then saw a lion, some rhinocerous-es (what's the plural of rhinocerous?), a camel, some otters, and Miles was super excited to see some flamingos and the zebra!

 We ended our evening at the splash pad.  Miles approached the splash pad with some apprehension at first, but was quickly undressing himself in preparation for participation.  I brought his swim trunks, but he wasn't interested.  He slipped off his shoes, took off his shirt and ventured in!  Fortunately, I also brought with a towel and a change of clothes so when he was done playing, we did a quick switcheroo and were on our way!

We also got to participate in a toddler drum circle!  I can't remember which organization had brought the drums, but it was awesome!  They maintained a beat and encouraged the children to try to match the same beat.  Miles just banged on different drums and watched the show, but he seemed to really enjoy it!