Education & Learning

Zoo Member Price (with use of promo code): $20
Thursday, October 29th
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zoo Miami Front Entry - Florida Room
12400 SW 152 ST
Miami, FL 33177

Wild Tales: Featuring Janet Gil & Ron Magill
Spend an unforgettable evening at Zoo Miami with two passionate voices for South Florida’s wildlife and natural environment. Wild Tales brings together Zoo Miami Foundation Goodwill Ambassador and internationally recognized wildlife expert Ron Magill with Janet Gil, Program Director for Miami-Dade County’s Environmentally Endangered Lands (EEL) Program, for an exclusive evening of remarkable stories, firsthand experiences, and insights into wildlife and conservation.

For more than two decades, Janet has dedicated her career to protecting Miami-Dade County’s natural areas, first as a biologist managing preserves and now as Program Director of the EEL Program. Her work has helped support the acquisition and management of more than 29,000 acres of environmentally sensitive lands, including wetlands, pine rocklands, and other rare habitats.

Together, Janet and Ron will share stories from their careers protecting South Florida’s wildlife and wild places, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and successes of conserving the unique ecosystems that make our region so special.
 

Zoo Member Price (with use of promo code): $20
Thursday, December 3rd
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Zoo Miami Front Entry - Florida Room
12400 SW 152 ST
Miami, FL 33177

Wild Tales: Featuring Yvette Cano & Ron Magill

Spend an unforgettable evening at Zoo Miami with two passionate voices for South Florida’s wildlife and natural environment. Wild Tales brings together Zoo Miami Foundation Goodwill Ambassador and internationally recognized wildlife expert Ron Magill with Yvette Cano, a longtime environmental education leader with the National Park Service, for an exclusive evening of remarkable stories, firsthand experiences, and insights into the Everglades, wildlife, and conservation.
 
Born and raised in South Florida, Yvette has spent more than 30 years working with educators, students, and communities to inspire curiosity, environmental awareness, and a deeper connection to the natural world. Through her work with the National Park Service, she helps expand access to environmental education and strengthen connections to Everglades National Park.
 
Together, Yvette and Ron will share stories from their careers connecting people with wildlife and the environment, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the extraordinary Everglades and the importance of inspiring the next generation of conservationists.
 
Your evening includes a delicious catered dinner and engaging conversation, all while supporting Zoo Miami’s mission to protect wildlife and inspire conservation.
 
Space is limited. Reserve your seat today for an intimate evening where extraordinary stories, great food, and a shared passion for South Florida’s wild places come together.