We’re partnering with Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams for a sweet fundraiser! Stop by and enjoy some incredible ice cream, and you’ll be helping us support projects at Bear Hollow Zoo with a portion of every sale going directly towards our mission. You’ll likely want to try our exclusive Honey Beary Crisp, a special combination of…
The 12th Annual Vulture Festival is back, and we’re so excited to be joining in on the fun! This year’s event is packed with activities to teach all ages about one of nature’s best cleanup crews (the vulture!). Be sure to find our booth to become a “Friend of Vultures” and create your very own…
Bear Hollow Zoo will have free live Halloween shows at 11 am and 2 pm and owl pellet dissections throughout the day on October 26, 2025. Stop by the Friends of Bear Hollow table anytime between 10:30 am and 3 pm to purchase one of our new color-able tote bags that would be great for…
Join us for a Super Mario adventure at the Athens Water Festival! 🍄 We’re so excited to be part of this fun, water-themed event on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10 am – 2 pm at Sandy Creek Park (400 Bob Holman Rd.). Stop by our booth and play our special game “Athena’s Water Bowl“: see…
It’s with a heavy heart that we share the sad news that DJ, a beloved American black bear at Bear Hollow Zoo, was humanely euthanized on May 30, 2025. This difficult decision was made by both zoo and veterinary staff. Here at Friends of Bear Hollow, and we know throughout the community, we’ve watched and…
Bear Hollow Zoo will celebrate all the bears’ birthdays on April 26 from 10 AM to 1 PM. This free-admission special event featuring animal encounters, art vendors, and crafts is hosted by the Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services Department. Look for the Friends of Bear Hollow table at that event with art made by the animals…
Zoo Day 2025 has been postponed due to expected severe weather on March 15. This event will be combined with Bears’ Birthday at Bear Hollow Zoo on April 26. Look for our table at that event with art made by the animals as enrichment, as well as animal photographs, adorable plush, and vinyl stickers. Your…
Donate any amount to Operation NAP between now and February 14, and your emailed receipt will include a link to download the Friends of Bear Hollow’s Valentine’s Day graphics. We have a printable valentines sheet and digital valentines you can text as well as a graphic that you can use as a profile picture or…
Visit Bear Hollow Zoo during Deck the Hollow, Dec. 6-8 & 13-15, 5:30-7:30 pm, to see the festive displays that the zoo team has created. While you’re there, stop by our booth to find adorable, eco-friendly plushies and die cut stickers that make heartwarming holiday gifts. Your purchase will directly support our mission at Bear…
Friends of Bear Hollow will be hosting a photo fundraiser booth at Bear Holloween in partnership with Wade Sheldon Photography. For a minimum donation of $5, you can get a professional digital photo of your group in front of a fall-themed backdrop that will be available for download starting the following day. Wear your costumes,…
