Disney parks strongly support conservation efforts and keeping our earth clean. Yesterday we found out that Disney has plussed its efforts with Cast Member uniforms! Epcot cast members are now wearing shirts made from recycled plastic. Related – Disney Cast Members are preparing the stage for Epcot’s Candlelight Processional The
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New Trash Cans Introduced to Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Who knew trash cans could be exciting? They are if it means Disney is taking part in trying to keep our planet beautiful! We spotted these NEW trash cans over in Disney’s Animal Kingdom today! There are three different bins- each designated for particular items (trash, recycling, and compost). The
Track the Turtles with Disney!
The Disney Conservation Team Wildlife has recorded more than 18,000 sea turtle nests since 2003. This year, all three species are having an excellent nesting season on our nesting beach. The turtles make their way into the ocean, which begins a three-month long journey from their nesting beach to their
Baby Babirusa Born At Disney’s Animal Kingdom!
A new baby babirusa has been born in Animal Kingdom! Her name is Kirana which means “sunbeam” in Indonesian and its the first one born in Animal Kingdom! Her parents are Betty and Mentari, you might have seen them at the park while you enjoyed a ride on the Kilimanjaro
Disney Now App Bringing the Animal Kingdom Animals into Your Home
With Disney temporarily closing down, you may be wondering about all the animals that call the Animal Kingdom their home. Disney has a trained team of scientists and veterinarians in charge of caring for the animals during this time. The Disney Channel will be bringing these the animals into your
Disney Pays Tribute to Animal Care
Disney is paying tribute to its science and environment cast members who care for the thousands of animals at Animal Kingdom, as well as at Epcot and throughout all of the Disney Parks and Resorts. During National Zookeeper week it is a perfect time to shine a light on all
Protect The Pride Campaign In Animal Kingdom
Disney has really gone all out to celebrate the release of The Lion King. They initiated the Protect the Pride campaign as part of this celebration. Unfortunately, since the original release of The Lion King 25 years ago, the world has lost half of the lion population in Africa. Currently,
Universal Studios Hollywood; Climate Activists Climb, Superglue Themselves to The Globe
A group of climate change activists took to the Universal Globe in Universal Studios Hollywood and allegedly superglued themselves to the metal orb. According to a press release, members of Extinction Rebellion LA scaled the legendary structure at Universal City Walk at lunchtime, in order to send a “clear message
Powering the Magic with Solar Earth Day Event
While Earth day is celebrated on April 22nd, at Walt Disney World every day is Earth day as the company is constantly taking steps toward their goals of conserving water, attaining net zero greenhouse gas emissions, and much more. On April 18th, 2019 Walt Disney World held an event ‘Powering
Check Out SeaWorld Orlando Adds All-New Locations to Inside Look Weekends
At SeaWorld Orlando’s Inside Look, guests that visit on May 11, 12, 18 and 19 can go behind the scenes, hear and see firsthand what goes into providing world-class animal care from the people who do it every day. This special event will feature 6 unique, entirely behind-the-scenes locations, 5 of
Disneynature Coming to Disneyland Paris!
Disneynature is celebrating nature this April, by offering a month worth of festivities celebrating the beauty of nature whilst encouraging awareness of preservation of the environment. Disneynature wants to highlight the beauty of nature through unique entertainment experiences at Disneyland Paris as well as broadcast five Disneynature movies on Disney
Seven Manatees Get A Second Chance At Life Following Months Of Rehabilitation And Care
Thanks to the combined efforts of multiple facilities seven rescued manatees are getting a second chance at life following months of rehabilitation. The Manatee Rescue and Rehabilitation Partnership (MRP) is a cooperative group of non-profit, private, state, and federal entities who work together to monitor the health and survival of
Augustus the Hippo Celebrates 1st Birthday at Animal Kingdom
Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you! Baby Augustus is one year old! Augustus’ 1st birthday was celebrated in style, as the keepers made a sweet popsicle cake featuring some of his favorite hearty food items his hippo family to share. Lindsay Wick, Augustus primary caretaker since his birth said
Tour de Turtles Event At Disney’s Vero Beach Scheduled For July
Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, located only 2 hours southeast of the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, has guests that return year after year. And I’m not just talking about human guests. Sea turtles use the beaches for their nests. They lay eggs and bury them in the sand. Once
