"ID","Title","Fiscal Year(s)","Fiscal Year Funding Amount","Legal Citation / Subdivision","Appropriation Language","Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)","Measurable Outcome(s)","Proposed Outcomes Achieved","Other Funds Leveraged","Source of Additional Funds","Direct Expenses","Administration Costs","Recipient Board Members","Number of full time equivalents funded","Recipient","Recipient Type","Body","About the Issue","Project Details","Start Date","End Date","Source","Status","Updates","Details/Reports","First Name","Last Name","Organization Name","Street Address","City","State","Zip Code","Phone","Email","Activity Type","Administered by","Media","Counties Affected","LSOHC Section","Watershed","URL","Advisory Group Members and Qualifications","Board Members and Qualifications","Conflict of Interest Contact","Conflict of Interest Disclosed"
10007884,"Access and Outreach",2018,274230,"Minnesota Laws 2017, Chapter 91, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 7, appropriates $1,500,000 in the first year and $1,950,000 in the second year of the FY17-18 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board"," Subd. 7.  Minnesota Zoo   1,550,000   1,950,000 These amounts are appropriated to the Minnesota Zoological Board for programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access and education related to programs on the cultural heritage of Minnesota. "," OWSS:  Six programs are scheduled during the fiscal year; approximately 150 guests registered for each with 75 percent attendance. ZooUnlimited:  Board Task Force is formed and brand, content, and collaterals for program are developed. Free to Explore:  Approximately 100,000 Minnesota residents with low income utilize the free admission program; 90 percent of counties in the State are represented. Accessibility:  Community advisory group is formed and makes recommendations for program additions and changes.  Positive feedback is received from guests who request accommodations.  Autism application is launched and positive feedback is received from guests who utilize it. "," 89,314 guests visited the Zoo for free through Free to Explore. Production of Zoo site maps for visitors in ten languages (in addition to English). Five guest lectures held with approximately 416 attendees.   A sixth lecture was scheduled, but had to be cancelled due to a scheduling issue. Nine classes, camps and programs held for over 100 adult participants. Guests were able to view artistic signage featuring scenes and fun facts from 40 years of the Minnesota Zoo. The Minnesota Zoo brought the birthday celebration, including animals, to three malls across Minnesota. 51,529 Minnesotans experienced a Zoomobile program. Zoomobile visited 42 Minnesota counties. Zoomobile delivered 673 hours of programming. ","achieved most of the proposed outcomes",,,,,,1.59,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","State Government","As Minnesota’s state Zoo, we are committed to ensuring that our programs are accessible to all our citizens – regardless of age, geographic location, disability or background. “Zoo Unlimited” is our community outreach and access initiative that unites a wide range of programs and policies designed to ensure every Minnesotan has unlimited opportunities to form stronger connections with the natural world. Legacy funds help us implement this program and bridge barriers that keep people from connecting with all the Zoo has to offer. This project includes: Access services Lifelong learning Zoomobile 40th Year Program ",,"Access Services The Zoo is committed to ensuring that economic circumstances are not obstacles to experiencing the Minnesota Zoo. With Legacy support the Zoo has a Community Relations Coordinator to manage Free to Explore, all aspects of ADA compliance and other programs related to accessibility of the Zoo. Lifelong Learning The Minnesota Zoo is not just for children! Legacy funding supports a number of programs aimed at supporting and expanding Zoo programs for adults. This program includes the Our World Speaker Series, designed to engage guests in conservation issues. These lectures are offered free of charge to all attendees, ensuring access for all interested guests. We also offer a number of adult education programs that focus on special interests such as Zoo horticulture and wildlife photography. These programs serve a range of adult audiences including seniors, corporate groups and young adults. 40th Birthday Celebration The Minnesota Zoo has been a cultural cornerstone of this state since it opened in 1978. The Zoo brought special events and activities to the Zoo and throughout Minnesota to thank guests and commemorate 40 years as the state’s largest environmental learning center and the home of critical world-wide wildlife conservation efforts. Expanded Zoomobile Geography can be a barrier to accessing high quality environmental education programs. The Zoomobile program exists to serve people who cannot visit the Minnesota Zoo by bringing the Zoo to them, regardless of where they live in Minnesota. Trained interpretive naturalists travel with animals to all corners of the state and deliver programs at schools, libraries, community centers, children’s hospitals, senior centers and more. Zoomobile participants experience live animals up close and learn about the ecological principles that connect all living things to one another. Legacy funding makes it possible to expand the service and reach of Zoomobile by sending more staff and more animals throughout the state. ",2017-07-01,2018-06-30,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund",Ongoing,,,,,,,,,,,,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/access-and-outreach-0,,,,
10007884,"Access and Outreach",2017,205696,"Minnesota Laws 2017, Chapter 91, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 7, appropriates $1,500,000 in the first year and $1,950,000 in the second year of the FY17-18 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board"," Subd. 7.  Minnesota Zoo   1,550,000   1,950,000 These amounts are appropriated to the Minnesota Zoological Board for programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access and education related to programs on the cultural heritage of Minnesota. ","Zoomobile Total number of program hours. Total number of people served.  Number of counties visited Adult Education and Programming Create and staff  9 Adult Night Out events Meet or exceed attendance and revenue goals of an average of 1,000 guests per event, with at least 30% from non-member guests OWSS:  Six programs are scheduled during the fiscal year; approximately 150 guests registered for each with 75 percent attendance. Accessibility and Inclusion Zoo Access Program:  Approximately 120,000 Minnesota residents with low income utilize the free admission program; 90 percent of counties in the State are represented. Accessibility Guide:  Guide is created with useful and necessary information; it is easily accessible for guests; positive feedback is received. ADA Review and Plan:  Review is completed and plan for compliance is prepared; FY 18 budget requests prepared for easiest obtainable corrections. World Language Maps:  Maps are available for Zoo visitors in a variety of languages upon request. "," More than 82,700 guests visited the Zoo for free through Free to Explore. Production of Zoo site maps for visitors in 10 languages (in addition to English). 19,164 adults came to the Zoo over 9 Adults’ Night Out events. Six guest lectures held with approximately 641 attendees.    32 classes, camps and programs held for 297 adult participants. 48,700 Minnesotans in 41 Minnesota counties visited by the Zoomobile. ","achieved most of the proposed outcomes",,,,,,2.51,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","State Government","As Minnesota’s state Zoo, we are committed to ensuring that our programs are accessible to all our citizens – regardless of age, geographic location, disability or background. “Zoo Unlimited” is our community outreach and access initiative that unites a wide range of programs and policies designed to ensure every Minnesotan has unlimited opportunities to form stronger connections with the natural world. Legacy funds help us implement this program and bridge barriers that keep people from connecting with all the Zoo has to offer. This project includes: Access services Lifelong learning Zoomobile 40th Year Program ",,"Access Services The Zoo is committed to ensuring that economic circumstances are not obstacles to experiencing the Minnesota Zoo. With Legacy support the Zoo has a Community Relations Coordinator to manage Free to Explore, all aspects of ADA compliance and other programs related to accessibility of the Zoo. Lifelong Learning The Minnesota Zoo is not just for children! Legacy funding supports a number of programs aimed at supporting and expanding Zoo programs for adults. This program includes the Our World Speaker Series, designed to engage guests in conservation issues. These lectures are offered free of charge to all attendees, ensuring access for all interested guests. We also offer a number of adult education programs that focus on special interests such as Zoo horticulture and wildlife photography. These programs serve a range of adult audiences including seniors, corporate groups and young adults. 40th Birthday Celebration The Minnesota Zoo has been a cultural cornerstone of this state since it opened in 1978. The Zoo brought special events and activities to the Zoo and throughout Minnesota to thank guests and commemorate 40 years as the state’s largest environmental learning center and the home of critical world-wide wildlife conservation efforts. Expanded Zoomobile Geography can be a barrier to accessing high quality environmental education programs. The Zoomobile program exists to serve people who cannot visit the Minnesota Zoo by bringing the Zoo to them, regardless of where they live in Minnesota. Trained interpretive naturalists travel with animals to all corners of the state and deliver programs at schools, libraries, community centers, children’s hospitals, senior centers and more. Zoomobile participants experience live animals up close and learn about the ecological principles that connect all living things to one another. Legacy funding makes it possible to expand the service and reach of Zoomobile by sending more staff and more animals throughout the state. ",2017-07-01,2018-06-30,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund",Ongoing,,,,,,,,,,,,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/access-and-outreach-0,,,,
34284,"Access and Outreach",2016,269000,"Laws of 2015, 1st Special Session Chapter 2, Article 4, Section 2","For programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access and education related to programs on the cultural heritage of Minnesota.",,"Outcomes in FY16 include:Implementation of the Free to Explore program which replaced the previous system for distributing free zoo admission to low income Minnesota families.More than 57,000 guests visiting the Zoo for free.Production of Zoo site maps for visitors in 10 languages (in addition to English.)7,500 adults came to the Zoo for Adults Night Out events.Six guest lectures held with 720 people in attendance.   30 classes, camps and programs held for 310 adult participants.A new advertising partner was selected and our “Where Amazing Lives. Every Day.” brand strategy implemented.Zooper Troopers, illustrated characters that delivered conservation messages, piloted with the opening of the summer dinosaur exhibit.Zoo director visits around the state enhanced with the addition of the Zoomobile to key audiences in Alexandria, Austin, Mankato, Rochester and Virginia.54,280 Minnesotans in 42 Minnesota counties visited by the Zoomobile.",,,,,,,2.88,"Minnesota Zoo","State Government","As Minnesota’s state Zoo, we are committed to ensuring that our programs are accessible to all our citizens – regardless of age, geographic location, disability or background. “Zoo Unlimited” is our community outreach and access initiative that unites a wide range of programs and policies designed to ensure every Minnesotan has unlimited opportunities to form stronger connections with the natural world. Legacy funds help us implement this program bridge barriers that keep people from connecting with all the Zoo has to offer. Access Services The Zoo is committed to ensuring that economic circumstances are not obstacles to experiencing the Minnesota Zoo. With Legacy support the Zoo recently created the position of Community Relations Coordinator, a position responsible for the statutorily-mandated free ticket program for economically disadvantaged Minnesotans, all aspects of ADA compliance, and other programs related to accessibility of the Zoo. Lifelong Learning The Minnesota Zoo is not just for children! Legacy funding supports a number of programs aimed at supporting and expanding Zoo programs for adults. This includes a recently introduced adults only program, “Adult Night Out.” These age 18+ evening events offer an after-hours experience for working and older adults who might not otherwise visit the Zoo. This program also incorporates the Our World Speaker Series designed to engage guests in conservation issues. These lectures are offered free of charge to all attendees, ensuring access for all interested guests. The Zoo is also offering a number of adult education programs that focus on special interest areas such as Zoo horticulture and wildlife photography. These programs serve a range of adult audiences including seniors, corporate groups, and young adults. Strategic Communications In an effort to help Zoo guests care more and do more for conservation, this project was designed to test and implement zoo-based conservation messaging that would encourage people to act for wildlife. The Zoo began implementing its new brand strategy “Where Amazing Lives. Every Day.” This campaign creates a consistent story throughout the Zoo. Expanded Zoomobile Geography can be a barrier to accessing high quality environmental education programs. The Zoomobile program exists to serve people who cannot visit the Minnesota Zoo by bringing the Zoo to them, regardless of where they live in Minnesota. Trained interpretive naturalists travel with animals to all corners of the state and deliver programs at schools, libraries, community centers, children’s hospitals, senior centers, and more. Zoomobile participants experience live animals up close and learn about the ecological principles that connect all living things to one another. Legacy funding makes it possible to expand the service and reach of Zoomobile by sending more staff and more animals throughout the state. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund",Ongoing,,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",MN,55124,9524319200,mary.robison@state.mn.us,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,"Aitkin, Anoka, Becker, Beltrami, Benton, Big Stone, Blue Earth, Brown, Carlton, Carver, Cass, Chippewa, Chisago, Clay, Clearwater, Cook, Cottonwood, Crow Wing, Dakota, Dodge, Douglas, Faribault, Fillmore, Freeborn, Goodhue, Grant, Hennepin, Houston, Hubbard, Isanti, Itasca, Jackson, Kanabec, Kandiyohi, Kittson, Koochiching, Lac qui Parle, Lake, Lake of the Woods, Le Sueur, Lincoln, Lyon, Mahnomen, Marshall, Martin, McLeod, Meeker, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Mower, Murray, Nicollet, Nobles, Norman, Olmsted, Otter Tail, Pennington, Pine, Pipestone, Polk, Pope, Ramsey, Red Lake, Redwood, Renville, Rice, Rock, Roseau, Scott, Sherburne, Sibley, St. Louis, Statewide, Stearns, Steele, Stevens, Swift, Todd, Traverse, Wabasha, Wadena, Waseca, Washington, Watonwan, Wilkin, Winona, Wright, Yellow Medicine",,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/access-and-outreach,,,,
22036,Administration,2015,134135,"Laws of 2013, Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subd. 9",,,,,,,,,,1.5,"Minnesota Zoo",,"These funds are used for financial monitoring and oversight of the Minnesota Zoo’s legacy funds, including regular review of legacy fund expenditures, financial reporting, budget management, and assisting program staff in work planning for legacy projects. This amount also includes human resource and IT support for legacy funds, as appropriate. ",,"Administration of Legacy Funded Programs",,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",MN,55124,9524319469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,"Fund Administration","Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/administration,,,,
22036,Administration,2014,119633,"Laws of 2013, Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subd. 9",,,,,,,,,,.35,"Minnesota Zoo",,"These funds are used for financial monitoring and oversight of the Minnesota Zoo’s legacy funds, including regular review of legacy fund expenditures, financial reporting, budget management, and assisting program staff in work planning for legacy projects. This amount also includes human resource and IT support for legacy funds, as appropriate. ",,"Administration of Legacy Funded Programs",,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",MN,55124,9524319469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,"Fund Administration","Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/administration,,,,
10007882,"Celebrating Minnesota's Natural Heritage through Stewardship and Education",2018,303174,"Minnesota Laws 2017, Chapter 91, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 7, appropriates $1,500,000 in the first year and $1,950,000 in the second year of the FY17-18 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board."," Subd. 7.  Minnesota Zoo   1,550,000   1,950,000 These amounts are appropriated to the Minnesota Zoological Board for programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access and education related to programs on the cultural heritage of Minnesota. "," The Zoo will successfully introduce Dakota skippers to a prairie in Southwestern Minnesota The Zoo will head-start and release wood turtles and track wood turtles to identify nesting sites. The Minnesota Zoo will successfully conduct DNA testing on 2017 born calves at Blue Mounds State Park and work with the MN DNR to make recommendations for future breeding or animal transfers based upon genetic management. The Minnesota Zoo will successfully transport three yearling bison to be introduced into Blue Mounds State Park in the fall of 2017 for the future enjoyment of state park visitors. The Minnesota Zoo will successfully transport one yearling Yellowstone bull to Blue Mounds State Park in the fall of 2017.  This bull will become the new breeding bull for this herd. The Minnesota Zoo will continue to produce bison calves in the spring of 2018 for the future transfer and release into Minnesota state parks for the education and enjoyment of zoo and state park visitors. The Zoo will offer summer camps focused on Minnesota's natural heritage ","  Prairie Butterflies Completing the second year of reintroductions for threatened Dakota skippers to a prairie in southwestern Minnesota from which they recently vanished. Conducting research to improve husbandry and rearing practices for Dakota skippers, allowing the creation and growth of an insurance population at the Zoo. Collecting novel data to evaluate threats to prairie skipper butterflies to help understand how our actions can mitigate these threats. Freshwater Turtles Rearing and releasing 5 head-started wood turtles to help them through the most vulnerable period in their life and survive to breeding age. Tracking 13 wood turtles (8 adults and 5 juveniles) with radio and GPS transmitters to document habitat use and identify nesting sites, which will help managers develop protective measures for vulnerable nests. Collecting preliminary, baseline data quantifying mortality of turtles and other wildlife on Minnesota’s roadways, which can help us understand where we can take actions to increase both animal and human safety.          Native Mussels Expanding capacity for rearing native mussels on the Zoo campus to improve our research power. Transferring primary husbandry operations to a lake with better water quality, yielding significant improvements in mussel growth and survival. Developing plans for a new mussel rearing and research facility, as well as associated husbandry systems. Establishing transfer and quarantine protocols for acquisition of mussels from partners to ensure survival of any mussels removed from native habitat. Initiation of social media campaign to raise awareness of the conservation of mussels and water. Moose Publishing one peer-reviewed article on moose conservation in the scientific literature to help share knowledge gained from a completed Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund project. Education Programs More than 1,500 children participated in summer Zoo Camps focused on Minnesota Natural Heritage. 214 children and adults participated in nature play programs designed to encourage families to safely experience and explore the wonders of Minnesota’s nature together. Minnesota’s Natural Heritage Tour and Bare Necessities class are offered throughout the school year as additions to field trips: Five groups, totaling 110 participants, went on Minnesota’s Natural Heritage Tour. 2500 participants took the Bare Necessities class (this program is partially funded through underwriting by Target). 22 adults participated in Minnesota-based Travel Edventures, including two wolf-tracking expeditions to Ely. ",,,,,,,3.18,"Minnesota Zoo","State Government","Minnesota has long been committed to preserving its natural heritage. In partnership with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, US Fish and Wildlife Service, the University of Minnesota and other conservation organizations, the Minnesota Zoo plays a significant role in these preservation efforts by addressing pressing wildlife conservation issues important to our State. Legacy funds allow the Minnesota Zoo to expand our field conservation and educational programs with a focus on animals and habitats closely aligned with Minnesota’s cultural identity. ",,"Bison Reintroduction Program Bison are among the most iconic animals associated with the central plains. Where millions once roamed vast portions of Minnesota, few bison genetically free of cattle genes remain today. Having exhibited descendants of these plains bison for years, the Minnesota Zoo is now cooperatively breeding and managing a bison herd with the DNR for reintroduction into state parks. Minnesota Species Field Conservation Minnesota’s natural heritage is rich and has played a big role. From the prairie to the big woods to the Boundary Waters, the landscape shaped the life of people who call Minnesota home. While today, nature and outdoor pursuits are iconic elements of the Minnesotan identity, many species dependent on Minnesota’s ecosystems have been declining for a variety of reasons. Some of these species, like freshwater mussels and prairie butterflies, can be a bellwether species, indicating habitat health or decline. Our conservation staff have used Legacy funds to augment other sources of funding (including private donors and the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund) for field conservation projects addressing threats and recovery options for:   Zoo Education Programs The Minnesota Zoo’s education department has expanded programs to enhance participants’ knowledge and appreciation of Minnesota’s natural heritage. These programs and experiences are designed to “connect” participants to the natural world, fostering a lifelong conservation ethic for the wild life and wild places of our State. ",2017-07-01,2018-06-30,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund",Ongoing,,,,,,,,,,,,"Analysis/Interpretation, Education/Outreach/Engagement, Monitoring, Research","Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/celebrating-minnesotas-natural-heritage-through-stewardship-and-education,,,,
10007882,"Celebrating Minnesota's Natural Heritage through Stewardship and Education",2017,395626,"Minnesota Laws 2017, Chapter 91, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 7, appropriates $1,500,000 in the first year and $1,950,000 in the second year of the FY17-18 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board."," Subd. 7.  Minnesota Zoo   1,550,000   1,950,000 These amounts are appropriated to the Minnesota Zoological Board for programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access and education related to programs on the cultural heritage of Minnesota. ","Prairie Butterflies Dakota skipper butterflies are reintroduced to a prairie in Minnesota as part of a pilot program Poweshiek skipperlings are released back to the locations from which they were collected Overall survivorship of Dakota skipper larvae within our captive insurance population has increased to 50% Data needed to evaluate the extent to which commonly used agricultural pesticides impact prairie skipper butterflies has been summarized Moose At least two research articles submitted and/or published in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Research findings are distributed and/or presented to appropriate scientists and managers Bison The Minnesota Zoo will successfully conduct DNA testing on 2016 born calves at Blue Mounds State Park and work with the MN DNR to make recommendations for future breeding or animal transfers based upon genetic management. The Minnesota Zoo will successfully transport three yearling bison to be introduced into Blue Mounds State Park in the fall of 2016 for the future enjoyment of state park visitors. The Minnesota Zoo will successfully attempt the embryo transfers of Yellowstone bison into four bison cows at the zoo.  Ultrasounds will done to determine successful implantation. The Minnesota Zoo will successfully acquire, transfer, and quarantine two yearling bulls from Teddy Roosevelt National Park.  The bulls will be transferred to Minnesota State Parks after being cleared of all health tests. The Minnesota Zoo will continue to produce bison calves in the spring of 2017 for the future transfer and release into Minnesota state parks for the education and enjoyment of zoo and state park visitors. ","Prairie Butterflies Reintroducing threatened Dakota skippers to a prairie in southwestern Minnesota from which they recently vanished. Increasing the insurance population of Dakota skippers at the Zoo. Producing a long-term strategy for returning Dakota skippers and Poweshiek skipperlings to the wild. Collecting data to evaluate threats to prairie skipper butterflies. Moose Publication of one peer-reviewed scientific article. Presentation of research at two scientific conferences. Completion of data analyses for another manuscript currently in preparation. Bison Hosting the Minnesota Bison Conservation Herd annual meeting. Sending two calves born at the Zoo to join the herd at Blue Mounds State Park. Two more calves were born at the Zoo. Bringing in a male bison that is the offspring of Yellowstone National Park bison produced using assisted reproductive techniques at the Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Lab at Colorado State University. Education More than 750 children participated in summer Zoo Camps focused on Minnesota Natural Heritage. 215 children and adults participated in nature play programs designed to encourage families to safely experience and explore the wonders of Minnesota’s nature together. Minnesota’s Natural Heritage Tour offered year-round to school groups.  Zoo staff-led four Minnesota-based Travel Edventures, including a bird banding expedition to Hawk Ridge near Duluth, two wolf-tracking expeditions to Ely, and a visit to Mystery Cave in southeastern Minnesota to explore the importance of bats in Minnesota’s ecological systems. 30 volunteers recruited and trained to engage with guests visiting the Wells Fargo Family Farm during summer 2017. ",,,,,,,4.81,"Minnesota Zoo","State Government","Minnesota has long been committed to preserving its natural heritage. In partnership with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, US Fish and Wildlife Service, the University of Minnesota and other conservation organizations, the Minnesota Zoo plays a significant role in these preservation efforts by addressing pressing wildlife conservation issues important to our State. Legacy funds allow the Minnesota Zoo to expand our field conservation and educational programs with a focus on animals and habitats closely aligned with Minnesota’s cultural identity. ",,"Bison Reintroduction Program Bison are among the most iconic animals associated with the central plains. Where millions once roamed vast portions of Minnesota, few bison genetically free of cattle genes remain today. Having exhibited descendants of these plains bison for years, the Minnesota Zoo is now cooperatively breeding and managing a bison herd with the DNR for reintroduction into state parks. Minnesota Species Field Conservation Minnesota’s natural heritage is rich and has played a big role. From the prairie to the big woods to the Boundary Waters, the landscape shaped the life of people who call Minnesota home. While today, nature and outdoor pursuits are iconic elements of the Minnesotan identity, many species dependent on Minnesota’s ecosystems have been declining for a variety of reasons. Some of these species, like freshwater mussels and prairie butterflies, can be a bellwether species, indicating habitat health or decline. Our conservation staff have used Legacy funds to augment other sources of funding (including private donors and the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund) for field conservation projects addressing threats and recovery options for:   Zoo Education Programs The Minnesota Zoo’s education department has expanded programs to enhance participants’ knowledge and appreciation of Minnesota’s natural heritage. These programs and experiences are designed to “connect” participants to the natural world, fostering a lifelong conservation ethic for the wild life and wild places of our State. ",2017-07-01,2018-06-30,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund",Ongoing,,,,,,,,,,,,"Analysis/Interpretation, Education/Outreach/Engagement, Monitoring, Research","Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/celebrating-minnesotas-natural-heritage-through-stewardship-and-education,,,,
10007883,"Conservation Education",2017,1144354,"Minnesota Laws 2017, Chapter 91, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 7, appropriates $1,500,000 in the first year and $1,950,000 in the second year of the FY17-18 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board."," Subd. 7.  Minnesota Zoo   1,550,000   1,950,000 These amounts are appropriated to the Minnesota Zoological Board for programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access and education related to programs on the cultural heritage of Minnesota. ","Seasonal Programming Create and staff two weekend of “HallZooWeen” family programs Create and staff four-week “Tropical Beach Party” promotion with weekend programming Kangaroo Crossing Graphics will be read together by families with children. Zoo guests will report overall satisfaction with their Australia visit. The Australia exhibit will draw repeat guests. 25% of guests visiting Australia will gain a basic knowledge of the threats posed by feral animals to native Australia wildlife; this knowledge will be applicable to outside housecats in Minnesota 15% of guests visiting Australia will be able to list some of the deadly animals found in Australia 25% of guests visiting Australia will be able to describe the difference between a placental mammal and a marsupial mammal, including a basic understanding of marsupial natural history 15% of guests visiting Australia will be able to describe some shared characteristics of flightless birds 20% of guests visiting Australia will learn about Australia animals that burrow as an adaptation to the intense hot temperatures in parts of Australia Bird Show Measure number of participants in attendance at the programs to determine the exact number of the general public that are impacted by the additional opportunities offered Butterfly Garden Output measures:  penetration according to the % of daily zoo attendance. Outcome measures:  weekly visitor feedback and secret shopper feedback. Close Encounters Increases in amount of ""on exhibit"" enrichment each day Number of keeper-led programs developed through Close Encounters meet an animal meet a keeper animal enrichment animal training animal feeding keeper talks "," New interpretive elements created for the Weesner Family Amphitheater, Butterfly Garden, Minnesota Trail, Kangaroo Crossing, Discovery Bay and other areas across the zoo. More than 110,000 guests visited the Butterfly Garden. The Butterfly Garden provided program content and curricular focus for a number of summer zoo camps, serving students ages three to 17. Fall/HallZooween attendance was 73,746. Expanded Tropical Beach Party sandbox promotion from 3 to 4 weeks. Tropical Beach Party attendance was 78,162 compared to 69,420 in FY 2016 (3 weeks) and 11,520 in FY 2015 (3-day event). Kangaroo Crossing was available to 663,676 guests between Memorial Day and Labor Day. More than 1,736 scheduled “Close Encounters” offered along with another 2,000 to 3,000 informal keeper chats. More than 160,000 participants connected with engaging animals through these Encounters. ",,,,,,,8.79,"Minnesota Zoo","State Government","Educating Minnesotans about conservation issues and how they can engage in conservation activities is critical to the stewardship of our state’s natural resources. Legacy funds have been used to create new programs and expand existing activities to bring zoo guests and citizens statewide in close contact with animals and demonstrate the ways people can participate in conservation in their own backyard. Program highlights include: Conservation Interpretation Butterfly Garden Bird Show Conservation Education Seasonal Programming Close Encounters ",,,2016-07-01,2018-06-30,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund",Ongoing,,,,,,,,,,,,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/conservation-education-1,,,,
10007883,"Conservation Education",2018,677621,"Minnesota Laws 2017, Chapter 91, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 7, appropriates $1,500,000 in the first year and $1,950,000 in the second year of the FY17-18 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board."," Subd. 7.  Minnesota Zoo   1,550,000   1,950,000 These amounts are appropriated to the Minnesota Zoological Board for programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access and education related to programs on the cultural heritage of Minnesota. ","Bird Show Measure number of participants in attendance at the programs to determine the exact number of the general public that are impacted by the additional opportunities offered Butterfly Garden Output measures:  penetration according to the % of daily zoo attendance. Outcome measures:  weekly visitor feedback and secret shopper feedback. Close Encounters Increases in amount of ""on exhibit"" enrichment each day Number of keeper-led programs developed through Close Encounters meet an animal meet a keeper animal enrichment animal training animal feeding keeper talks General Interpretation Zoo guests will report overall satisfaction with their Australia exhibit visit. 25% of guests visiting Australia will gain a basic knowledge of the threats posed by introduced animals to native Australia wildlife; this knowledge will be applicable to domestic cats with access to the outdoors in Minnesota 15% of guests visiting Australia will be able to list some of the deadly animals found in Australia 20% of guests visiting Australia will be able to describe the difference between a placental mammal and a marsupial mammal, including a basic understanding of marsupial natural history 15% of guests visiting Australia will be able to describe some shared characteristics of flightless birds 20% of guests visiting Australia will learn about Australia animals that burrow as an adaptation to the intense hot temperatures in parts of Australia 35% of guests visiting the Mussel Conservation Cabin will gain an understanding of the importance of native mussels in our waterways 25% of guests visiting the Mussel Conservation Cabin will start to understand how mussels are studied and the Zoo’s role in mussel conservation 30% of guests will increase their visit time at the underwater reef viewing area in the Tropics Trail. Young children will have the opportunity to play and explore reef-themed hands-on manipulatives. Information about signature conservation projects (such as the Poweshiek and Dakota Skipperling, native freshwater mussels and Blue-throated Macaw) will be more visible to our guests. 10% of Zoo guests will learn about one of the projects.   "," New interpretive elements created for the Weesner Family Amphitheater, Wells Fargo Family Farm, Butterfly Garden, Kangaroo Crossing, Medtronic Minnesota Trail, Close Encounters, Tropics Trail and other areas across the zoo. More than 110,000 guests visited the Butterfly Garden. 30 ZooTeen volunteer shifts in the Butterfly Garden 45 ZooCrew students learned how our interpretive naturalists care for the butterfly collection. The Butterfly Garden provided program content and curricular focus for a number of summer zoo camps, serving students ages three to 17. More than 725 bird shows offered to approximately 146,000 Zoo guests throughout the year. Kangaroo Crossing opened daily between July 1 and September 4, 2017 and between May 26 and June 30, 2018. 643,873 guests had the opportunity to visit Kangaroo Crossing. Three performances daily from July 1-August 31, 2017. 10,720 guests attended a Lakeside Family Tunes performance. Approximately 1,736 scheduled “Close Encounters” offered along with another 2,000 to 3,000 informal keeper chats. More than 116,000 participants connected with engaging animals through Close Encounters. ",,,,,,,8.36,"Minnesota Zoo","State Government","Educating Minnesotans about conservation issues and how they can engage in conservation activities is critical to the stewardship of our state’s natural resources. Legacy funds have been used to create new programs and expand existing activities to bring zoo guests and citizens statewide in close contact with animals and demonstrate the ways people can participate in conservation in their own backyard. Program highlights include: Conservation Interpretation Butterfly Garden Bird Show Conservation Education Seasonal Programming Close Encounters ",,,2016-07-01,2018-06-30,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund",Ongoing,,,,,,,,,,,,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/conservation-education-1,,,,
22033,"Conservation Education",2014,1464226,"Laws of 2013, Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subd. 9",,,"Close Encounters145,200 people attended a Close Encounter in 2013.2,340 scheduled Close Encounter programs took place in 2013. This does not include Zookeeper Chats and spontaneous, unscheduled engagements.Conservation Interpretation      Legacy funds were used to create and install the following projects: a rhinoceros sculpture that connects to conservation efforts; shark species database and identification; creation of Close Encounters program graphics for the Nocturnal Hallway in the Tropics Trail; creation and installation of new graphic interpretation elements in Discovery Bay; and planning for a reading nook in the early childhood Beehive space.Technology in EducationLearning programs reached students in 20 Minnesota counties. Distance Learning programs won the Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration 2013 Pinnacle Award from the nation’s largest network of interactive learning content providers. Technology program planning began in August 2013, with program expansion planned in 2014.Bird Show Conservation EducationThe World of Birds show is now offered seven days per week from mid-October through April at no additional charge to zoo guests. Legacy funds were used to add bird shows on Tuesdays, thereby making the program available to thousands of zoo guests and school groups who would not otherwise have had the opportunity to experience this conservation education program.Butterfly GardenFrom mid-June to Labor Day, 10 to 15% of the Zoo’s daily guests visit the Butterfly Garden (or 56,350 to 84,530 during the 2013 Butterfly Garden season). The Butterfly Garden provided program content and curricular focus for more than ten summer zoo camps, serving more than 500 students ages three to 17.ZoomobileLegacy funding allowed the Minnesota Zoo to offer 10 to 30% more programs per quarter than in the same periods for the previous year, resulting in increased numbers of people served ranging from 9% to 43% for the same comparative quarters year to year.Zoo SafariAll 3rd grade students from Fridley, Columbia Heights, Brooklyn Center, St. Anthony and New Brighton public schools visited the Minnesota Zoo during the 2012-13 academic year. Our World Speakers SeriesAn average of 85 Minnesotans (mostly adult) attended each of the 2013 Our World Speaker Series events (totaling more than 600 people).The Our World Speaker Series was offered free of charge to all attendees, ensuring access for all interested guests.Playground DesignFocus groups were held to ensure that the eventual users (primarily Minnesota families) informed the design and development of this play area. Results of the focus group informed the design team and directly affected design decisions and priorities.Design and development was completed in November 2013 with construction documents due for completion on January 15, 2014.Big Bugs! ExhibitContracting for Big Bugs! is complete and the installation plan for summer 2014 is set.A theatre company was selected through a Request for Proposal process and is in production development.Planning and construction for the Live bugs exhibit is underway. Blueprints are complete and staff are in negotiation with the USDA related to quarantine requirements for the live bugs which are non-native species to Minnesota.",,,,,,,9.9,"Minnesota Zoo","State Government","Educating Minnesotans about conservation issues and how they can engage in conservation activities is critical to the stewardship of our State’s natural resources. Legacy funds have been used to create new programs and expand existing activities to bring zoo guests and citizens statewide in close contact with animals and the ways in which people can participate in conservation in their own backyard. Program highlights include: Conservation Interpretation The Zoo uses interpretive exhibits and programs to help guests connect with our education and conservation initiatives. Interpretive exhibits include graphics, interactive elements, audio visual components, sculpture, art, and tactile experiences. Interpretive programs include volunteer-led activities, animal demonstrations, animal feeding/training presentations, and tours. Butterfly Garden Legacy funding allows the Zoo to open the Aveda Butterfly Garden—a 3,000 square foot outdoor immersion butterfly hoop house that is heavily planted with annual and perennial flowers and stocked with farm-raised North American native and migrant tropical butterflies. In FY16, it was open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Father’s Day weekend through Labor Day, weather permitting. It is free with Zoo admission. Bird Show Conservation Education Soaring hawks, majestic owls, and many more rare and beautiful feathered creatures delight and educate Zoo guests at the Wings Financial World of Birds Show. We emphasize the natural abilities of birds, the diversity of species on our planet, and the importance of natural habitats. This program provides one of the Zoo’s most tangible ways for guests to connect with animals and learn about their role in conservation efforts. Legacy funds have allowed the Zoo to increase the number of bird shows offered from mid-October through April, at no additional charged to guests. Seasonal Programming With Legacy funding, the Zoo implemented and promoted programs to increase attendance, particularly in the off-season. The Zoo implemented a month-long, zoo-wide celebration of fall at the Minnesota Zoo—touting the beauty of the Zoo as its old growth oak forests change color and featuring Halloween-themed activities for families. Winter activities included creation of a giant sandbox for toddlers while summer brought a return of Dinos! Close Encounters Close Encounters is an extremely popular special onsite Zoo program that allows Zoo staff to offer daily zookeeper-led interpretive talks involving guest “encounters” with Zoo animals. These animals are trained to be comfortable in public settings and therefore serve as ambassadors for their species in the wild. Legacy funding supports the staff and facilities needed for this program. Close Encounters staff also provide animal enrichment and behavior training activities throughout the day, involving Zoo guests in these activities whenever possible. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",MN,55124,9524319469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board","Close Encounters, Bird Show, Zoomobile",,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/conservation-education-0,,,,
22033,"Conservation Education",2015,1328941,"Laws of 2013, Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subd. 9",,,"Close Encounters150,000 people attended a Close Encounter in FY2014.2,485 scheduled Close Encounter programs took place in FY2014. This does not include Zookeeper Chats and informal, unscheduled engagements.Conservation InterpretationLegacy funds were used to create and install the following projects: a rhinoceros sculpture that connects to conservation efforts; shark species database and identification; creation and installation of new graphic interpretation elements in Discovery Bay; and planning for a reading nook in the early childhood Beehive space.Technology in EducationIn FY14, 66 Distance Learning programs reached students in 15 Minnesota counties.Distance Learning programs won the Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration 2014 Pinnacle Award from the nation’s largest network of interactive learning content providers.A total of 271 Technology In Education programs delivered nationwide from the Minnesota Zoo in FY14.Bird Show Conservation EducationThe World of Birds show is now offered seven days per week from mid-October through April at no additional charge to zoo guests. Legacy funds were used to add bird shows on Tuesdays, thereby making the program available to thousands of zoo guests and school groups. 700 Bird Shows were offered in FY14. Butterfly GardenFrom mid-June to Labor Day, we estimate 15% of the Zoo’s daily guests visit the Butterfly Garden (or approximately 90,043 people during the 2014 Butterfly Garden season)The Butterfly Garden provided program content and curricular focus for 12 summer zoo camps, serving more than 500 students ages three to 17.Zoomobile50,860 Minnesotans participated in Zoomobile programs in 55 Minnesota counties in FY14.Bug Bugs! ExhibitSince Big Bugs! was free with Zoo admission, we do not have exact numbers for Big Bugs! participants. Onsite audits indicate that 47% of Zoo guests visited the exhibit, which would translate to 263,875 guests.A live bug house and exhibit complemented the animatronic bugs and featured 38 species, which zoo keepers also used to create close encounters for guests each day.A Minnesota theatre company, “Puppets and People,” was commissioned to create an original production called Big Bug Buppet Labs, which was offered on 42 days throughout the summer for the public. The street-theatre style work offered a fun, creative look at ant social lives; adaptive behaviors of bugs; and defensive strategies of bugs.Interpretive graphics supported the story of unique insect adaptations, social lives, and endangered insects (including many right here in Minnesota).Larger than life educational photo opportunities included a giant spider web, a large dead log, and an enormous monarch caterpillar.Reimagined the Monarch Village as an interpretive station for volunteers, added new interpretive materials for their programs, and Zoo staff trained volunteers to do demonstrations with live insects from the Bug House. Hanifl Family Wild WoodsConstruction is on track for a summer 2015 opening.Privately raised funds for this major new Minnesota Zoo amenity have been secured and cover more than 85% of the total project cost. HowlZooWeenOctober 2014 attendance at the Zoo was 69,718, which was 14% above projected attendance and 10% above October 2013 attendance.Guest feedback for associated events was extremely positive and participation in special programs was high. ",,,,,,,8.6,"Minnesota Zoo","State Government","Educating Minnesotans about conservation issues and how they can engage in conservation activities is critical to the stewardship of our State’s natural resources. Legacy funds have been used to create new programs and expand existing activities to bring zoo guests and citizens statewide in close contact with animals and the ways in which people can participate in conservation in their own backyard. Program highlights include: Conservation Interpretation The Zoo uses interpretive exhibits and programs to help guests connect with our education and conservation initiatives. Interpretive exhibits include graphics, interactive elements, audio visual components, sculpture, art, and tactile experiences. Interpretive programs include volunteer-led activities, animal demonstrations, animal feeding/training presentations, and tours. Butterfly Garden Legacy funding allows the Zoo to open the Aveda Butterfly Garden—a 3,000 square foot outdoor immersion butterfly hoop house that is heavily planted with annual and perennial flowers and stocked with farm-raised North American native and migrant tropical butterflies. In FY16, it was open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Father’s Day weekend through Labor Day, weather permitting. It is free with Zoo admission. Bird Show Conservation Education Soaring hawks, majestic owls, and many more rare and beautiful feathered creatures delight and educate Zoo guests at the Wings Financial World of Birds Show. We emphasize the natural abilities of birds, the diversity of species on our planet, and the importance of natural habitats. This program provides one of the Zoo’s most tangible ways for guests to connect with animals and learn about their role in conservation efforts. Legacy funds have allowed the Zoo to increase the number of bird shows offered from mid-October through April, at no additional charged to guests. Seasonal Programming With Legacy funding, the Zoo implemented and promoted programs to increase attendance, particularly in the off-season. The Zoo implemented a month-long, zoo-wide celebration of fall at the Minnesota Zoo—touting the beauty of the Zoo as its old growth oak forests change color and featuring Halloween-themed activities for families. Winter activities included creation of a giant sandbox for toddlers while summer brought a return of Dinos! Close Encounters Close Encounters is an extremely popular special onsite Zoo program that allows Zoo staff to offer daily zookeeper-led interpretive talks involving guest “encounters” with Zoo animals. These animals are trained to be comfortable in public settings and therefore serve as ambassadors for their species in the wild. Legacy funding supports the staff and facilities needed for this program. Close Encounters staff also provide animal enrichment and behavior training activities throughout the day, involving Zoo guests in these activities whenever possible. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",MN,55124,9524319469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board","Close Encounters, Bird Show, Zoomobile",,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/conservation-education-0,,,,
22033,"Conservation Education",2016,981800,"Laws of 2015, 1st Special Session Chapter 2, Article 4, Section 2","For programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access and education related to programs on the cultural heritage of Minnesota",,"Outcomes for FY16 include: •New interpretive elements created for the Wells Fargo Family Farm, Tiger Lair, Minnesota Trail and other areas across the Zoo. •More than 84,600 guests visited the Butterfly Garden. •The Butterfly Garden provided program content and curricular focus for a number of summer zoo camps, serving students ages three to 17. •More than 700 bird shows offered to approximately 175,000 Zoo guests throughout the year. •October 2015 attendance was more than 75,000, the highest October attendance in more than five years. •Expanded Tropical Beach Party sandbox promotion to 2 weeks, including 3 weekends. •166,600 guests visited the DINOS! Exhibit which was open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. •More than 1700 scheduled “Close Encounters” offered along with another 2,000-3,000 informal keeper chats. •More than 110,000 participants connected with engaging animals through these Encounters •Behind-the-scenes facilities housing animals used in the program upgraded. ",,,,,,,8.66,"Minnesota Zoo","State Government","Educating Minnesotans about conservation issues and how they can engage in conservation activities is critical to the stewardship of our State’s natural resources. Legacy funds have been used to create new programs and expand existing activities to bring zoo guests and citizens statewide in close contact with animals and the ways in which people can participate in conservation in their own backyard. Program highlights include: Conservation Interpretation The Zoo uses interpretive exhibits and programs to help guests connect with our education and conservation initiatives. Interpretive exhibits include graphics, interactive elements, audio visual components, sculpture, art, and tactile experiences. Interpretive programs include volunteer-led activities, animal demonstrations, animal feeding/training presentations, and tours. Butterfly Garden Legacy funding allows the Zoo to open the Aveda Butterfly Garden—a 3,000 square foot outdoor immersion butterfly hoop house that is heavily planted with annual and perennial flowers and stocked with farm-raised North American native and migrant tropical butterflies. In FY16, it was open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Father’s Day weekend through Labor Day, weather permitting. It is free with Zoo admission. Bird Show Conservation Education Soaring hawks, majestic owls, and many more rare and beautiful feathered creatures delight and educate Zoo guests at the Wings Financial World of Birds Show. We emphasize the natural abilities of birds, the diversity of species on our planet, and the importance of natural habitats. This program provides one of the Zoo’s most tangible ways for guests to connect with animals and learn about their role in conservation efforts. Legacy funds have allowed the Zoo to increase the number of bird shows offered from mid-October through April, at no additional charged to guests. Seasonal Programming With Legacy funding, the Zoo implemented and promoted programs to increase attendance, particularly in the off-season. The Zoo implemented a month-long, zoo-wide celebration of fall at the Minnesota Zoo—touting the beauty of the Zoo as its old growth oak forests change color and featuring Halloween-themed activities for families. Winter activities included creation of a giant sandbox for toddlers while summer brought a return of Dinos! Close Encounters Close Encounters is an extremely popular special onsite Zoo program that allows Zoo staff to offer daily zookeeper-led interpretive talks involving guest “encounters” with Zoo animals. These animals are trained to be comfortable in public settings and therefore serve as ambassadors for their species in the wild. Legacy funding supports the staff and facilities needed for this program. Close Encounters staff also provide animal enrichment and behavior training activities throughout the day, involving Zoo guests in these activities whenever possible. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",MN,55124,9524319469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board","Close Encounters, Bird Show, Zoomobile",,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/conservation-education-0,,,,
18215,"Conservation in Minnesota",2013,385875,"Minnesota Laws, 2011, 1st Special Session, Chapter 6, Article 4, section 2, Subdivision 7","$1,500,000 in each year of the FY12-13 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board “for programmatic development of the Minnesota Zoo.”","We will submit a minimum of two manuscripts on moose movements and habitat use in Minnesota to peer-reviewed scientific journals by the end of this project. Publication of these manuscripts will serve as a measure of success. We believe it is important that the findings of this research be made available to the scientific community and that these manuscripts are peer-reviewed. By the end of the project, we will also submit a report to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Superior National Forest, Cook, Lake, and St. Louis County Forestry/Land Departments, and Tribal resource management agencies. The report will summarize the findings of the project’s research and provide science-based management recommendations. The extent to which these recommendations are adopted, after the project has ended, may be used as a measure of longer-term success. Ultimately, this project will be successful if the management recommendations provided and adopted help stabilize Minnesota’s moose population numbers or at least slow their decline. We will continue to increase Minnesotans awareness of the state’s moose populations, as well as the results of this project, by giving a minimum of three presentations to general audiences each year, providing information about the project on the Minnesota Zoo’s website, and writing at least one article per year in the Zoo’s newsletter. So far in FY12-13, we have conducted 3 presentations on moose conservation to general audiences, with a fourth presentation scheduled in February. Information on the moose conservation project is also available on the Zoo’s website and has been published in the Association of Zoo’s and Aquariums’ Connect Magazine. We will also incorporate this research project into the interpretive graphics at the Minnesota Zoo’s moose exhibit. For prairie butterflies, we have created a captive breeding program, and are developing protocols for rearing and breeding. We will be conducting genetics laboratory work to investigate which existing populations of prairie butterflies might be appropriate for eventual reintroduction of the butterflies in Minnesota. We will conduct and report upon research/field work with our partners that will lead to a better understanding of the distribution and population status of prairie butterflies in western Minnesota and the threats to their long-term survival. We will increase Minnesotans’ awareness of the importance of prairie ecosystems and prairie butterflies by giving a minimum of three presentations to general audiences each year, providing information about the project on the Minnesota Zoo’s website and writing at least one article per year in the Zoo’s newsletter. So far in FY12-13 we have given 16 presentations total, six of which were for general audiences. Information on the butterfly project is also available on the Zoo’s website, and has been reported in the Minneapolis Star Tribune. We will also incorporate information about the Zoo’s prairie butterfly conservation program into the interpretive graphics at the Minnesota Zoo.",,,,,,,,2.9,"Minnesota Zoo",,"In partnership with the University of Minnesota Duluth’s Natural Resources Research Institute, scientists and veterinarians from the Zoo are tracking moose in northeastern Minnesota to better understand their habitat and habits. This project will result in management recommendations to enable Minnesota’s moose population to be sustained into the future. In partnership with other conservation agencies and organizations, the Zoo aims to prevent the extinction of Minnesota’s native prairie butterflies. One aspect of the work includes a captive breeding program at the Zoo. We are also raising awareness among Zoo guests about the importance of prairie ecosystems and actions the public can take.",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apply Valley",MN,55124,"(952) 431-9469",mary.robison@state.mn.us,,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/conservation-minnesota,,,,
18215,"Conservation in Minnesota",2012,148463,"Minnesota Laws, 2011, 1st Special Session, Chapter 6, Article 4, section 2, Subdivision 7,","$1,500,000 in each year of the FY12-13 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board “for programmatic development of the Minnesota Zoo.”",,,,,,,,,2.2,"Minnesota Zoo",,"In partnership with the University of Minnesota Duluth’s Natural Resources Research Institute, scientists and veterinarians from the Zoo are tracking moose in northeastern Minnesota to better understand their habitat and habits. This project will result in management recommendations to enable Minnesota’s moose population to be sustained into the future. In partnership with other conservation agencies and organizations, the Zoo aims to prevent the extinction of Minnesota’s native prairie butterflies. One aspect of the work includes a captive breeding program at the Zoo. We are also raising awareness among Zoo guests about the importance of prairie ecosystems and actions the public can take.",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apply Valley",MN,55124,"(952) 431-9469",mary.robison@state.mn.us,,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/conservation-minnesota,,,,
18352,"Conservation Education",2013,1143389,"Laws of MN 2011, 1st Special Session, Chap. 6, Art. 4, Sect. 2, Subd. 7","Laws of MN 2011, 1st Special Session, Chap. 6, Art. 4, Sect. 2, Subd. 7 appropriates $1,500,000 each year in FY12-13 for ""programmatic development of the Minnesota Zoo."" ","Increase in the amount of on exhibit enrichment and human/animal interaction each day.Number of new keeper-led programs (informal/random and formal/scheduled) developed.Guest comments about programming.Black Bear exhibit opened in the fall of 2012. The interpretive program elements creatively convey the connections between black bears and Minnesota cultural and natural history. Measurement after exhibit is built as part of on-line teacher survey after classes have visited the zoo. Quantification of an increase in counties visited by Zoomobile.Quantification of an increase in people served by Zoomobile.Students and teachers that participate in the expanded education program pilots will be required to complete brief surveys regarding the quality of the programs, the extent to which the programs engaged their interest, and the effectiveness of the learning objectives for each program.An average of 85 participants per session will attend the adult “Our World” Speaker Series.35-45 low income students will participate in Zoo Camp and other Zoo education programming as a result of scholarship assistance.Achievement of educational goals through theater programs will be measured through the administration of survey instruments developed by a contracted outside evaluator. An evaluation report will be produced outlining the effectiveness of the show at impacting the knowledge and attitudes of our audience connected to the concept of biodiversity as well as their overall satisfaction with the show.75% of youth attendees (ages 6-12) that also complete the companion activity guide will demonstrate increased knowledge of biodiversity and the Zoo’s role in conservation.Attendance will average 1,000 visitors per show (96 shows) for a summer 2013 goal of 9,600 visitors.Moodle and Webinars – Teachers will be engaged throughout the process; a team of teachers will be solicited to serve as advisors to this project, ensuring that the Zoo’s process and delivery meet their needs and those of their colleagues. Success will be measured by extent of participation in programs, feedback from program surveys, and hits and growth of members and activity within the Moodle community.Curriculum – Curriculum and resources will be piloted by a team of local teachers and reviewed by experts at regular intervals for content integrity, age-appropriateness, standards-alignment, and overall effectiveness. Students from select pilot classrooms will participate in informal focus groups to gauge quality and effectiveness of material from the perspective of the end-user.For new evening theater production success will be measured by number of tickets sold for production; participants satisfaction with the production; and media coverage.",,,,,,,,7,"Minnesota Zoo ",,"Legacy funding has allowed the Zoo to expand our education programs, both at the Zoo and throughout the state. By expanding existing programs and developing new programs we are able to reach a broader audience. We are increasing offerings for all ages in many different ways. Public opportunities to interact with Zoo staff have increased, and continue to expand. We are able to offer new programing to our guests, taking advantage of the new Target Learning Center space. The arts are being used, including theater, sculpture, and other media. Outreach efforts include providing significantly more on-site interaction with guests by zookeepers, including new interpretation of animal enrichment activities. Our Close Encounters provides scheduled on-site animal demonstrations for guests each day. The Zoomobile program has been expanded to provide additional staff for program presentation throughout the State of Minnesota. Limited scholarship funds are available to organizations which cannot fully fund a Zoomobile presentation. Legacy funds have also increased our scholarships available for low income Minnesota residents to attend Zoo Camp. The new Target Learning Center is being utilized in a number of ways. The Bird Show programming has been expanded, and includes additional emphasis on Minnesota species. Funds have also increased our free adult lecture series, and support a concert series of local artists. Theater opportunities during the summer will include productions during the day and on some selected evenings. Legacy funds supported the development, design, and production of a live theatrical performance Odessa’s Amazing Animal Adventure during the summer of 2012. The production focuses on the importance of biodiversity and the natural world. It was well received by both children and adults alike, and our FY13 appropriation will support the remounting of this production during the summer of 2013. Previous Legacy funding provided for design of a new black bear exhibit at the end of the Minnesota Trail. Private funds provided for construction. These Legacy funds allowed us to provide interpretive programming and native Minnesota habitat within the exhibit. The funds provided the finishing touches on this beautiful new exhibit, which educates our guests about the Minnesota native black bear. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoo","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",Minnesota,55124,952-431-9469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/conservation-education,,,,
18352,"Conservation Education",2012,586393,"Laws of MN 2011, 1st Special Session, Chap. 6, Art. 4, Sect. 2, Subd. 7","Laws of MN 2011, 1st Special Session, Chap. 6, Art. 4, Sect. 2, Subd. 7 appropriates $1,500,000 each year in FY12-13 for ""programmatic development of the Minnesota Zoo.""",,,,,,,,,7,"Minnesota Zoo ",,"Legacy funding has allowed the Zoo to expand our education programs, both at the Zoo and throughout the state. By expanding existing programs and developing new programs we are able to reach a broader audience. We are increasing offerings for all ages in many different ways. Public opportunities to interact with Zoo staff have increased, and continue to expand. We are able to offer new programing to our guests, taking advantage of the new Target Learning Center space. The arts are being used, including theater, sculpture, and other media. Outreach efforts include providing significantly more on-site interaction with guests by zookeepers, including new interpretation of animal enrichment activities. Our Close Encounters provides scheduled on-site animal demonstrations for guests each day. The Zoomobile program has been expanded to provide additional staff for program presentation throughout the State of Minnesota. Limited scholarship funds are available to organizations which cannot fully fund a Zoomobile presentation. Legacy funds have also increased our scholarships available for low income Minnesota residents to attend Zoo Camp. The new Target Learning Center is being utilized in a number of ways. The Bird Show programming has been expanded, and includes additional emphasis on Minnesota species. Funds have also increased our free adult lecture series, and support a concert series of local artists. Theater opportunities during the summer will include productions during the day and on some selected evenings. Legacy funds supported the development, design, and production of a live theatrical performance Odessa’s Amazing Animal Adventure during the summer of 2012. The production focuses on the importance of biodiversity and the natural world. It was well received by both children and adults alike, and our FY13 appropriation will support the remounting of this production during the summer of 2013. Previous Legacy funding provided for design of a new black bear exhibit at the end of the Minnesota Trail. Private funds provided for construction. These Legacy funds allowed us to provide interpretive programming and native Minnesota habitat within the exhibit. The funds provided the finishing touches on this beautiful new exhibit, which educates our guests about the Minnesota native black bear. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoo","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",Minnesota,55124,952-431-9469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/conservation-education,,,,
10033211,"Driving Conservation Behavior For Mussels And Water Quality",2021,191000,"M.L. 2021, First Special Session, Chp. 6, Art. 5, Sec. 2, Subd. 05i","$191,000 the second year is from the trust fund to the Minnesota Zoological Garden to develop research-supported strategies to engage the public in specific conservation behaviors to improve water quality and native mussel health across the state.","Click on 'Work Plan' under 'Project Details'.","Click on 'Work Plan' under 'Project Details'.",,,,,,,,"Minnesota Zoological Society","State Government","The Minnesota Zoo will develop research-supported strategies to engage the public in specific conservation behaviors they can take in order to improve water quality and mussel health across the state.",,"Work Plan",2021-07-01,2024-06-30,"Environment & Natural Resources Trust Fund","In Progress",,,Carol,Strecker,"Minnesota Zoological Society","13000 Zoo Blvd","Apple Valley",MN,55124,"(952) 431-9200",http://mnzoo.org/,,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,https://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/driving-conservation-behavior-mussels-and-water-quality,,,,
10033221,"Expanding Restoration And Promoting Awareness Of Native Mussels",2021,489000,"M.L. 2021, First Special Session, Chp. 6, Art. 5, Sec. 2, Subd. 03f","$489,000 the second year is from the trust fund to the Minnesota Zoological Garden to promote mussel conservation by rearing juvenile mussels for reintroduction, researching methods to improve growth and survival in captivity, and encouraging public action to benefit water quality. This appropriation is available until June 30, 2025, by which time the project must be completed and final products delivered.","Click on 'Work Plan' under 'Project Details'.","Click on 'Work Plan' under 'Project Details'.",,,,,,,,"Minnesota Zoological Society","State Government","The Minnesota Zoo will improve mussel conservation by rearing juvenile mussels for reintroduction, researching methods to improve growth and survival in captivity, and encouraging public action to benefit water quality.",,"Work Plan",2021-07-01,2025-06-30,"Environment & Natural Resources Trust Fund","In Progress",,,Seth,Stapleton,"Minnesota Zoological Society","13000 Zoo Blvd","Apple Valley",MN,55124,"(952) 431-9200",http://mnzoo.org/,,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,https://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/expanding-restoration-and-promoting-awareness-native-mussels,,,,
18421,"Finance and Administration ",2013,59608,"Laws of 2011, 1st Special Session, Chapter 6, Article 4, Subd. 7","Arts and cultural heritage funds are appropriated to the Minnesota Zoological board for ""programmatic development of the Minnesota Zoo."" ","Legacy funds are appropriately allocated and used. ",,,,,,,,0.5,"Minnesota Zoo",,"Financial oversight of the Minnesota Zoo's legacy projects, including budget planning, monitoring and financial reporting. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoo","13000 Zoo Blvd. ","Apple Valley",MN,55124,952-431-9469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/finance-and-administration,,,,
18421,"Finance and Administration ",2012,29010,"Laws of 2011, 1st Special Session, Chapter 6, Article 4, Subd. 7","Arts and cultural heritage funds are appropriated to the Minnesota Zoological board for ""programmatic development of the Minnesota Zoo."" ","Legacy funds are appropriately allocated and used. ",,,,,,,,,"Minnesota Zoo",,"Financial oversight of the Minnesota Zoo's legacy projects, including budget planning, monitoring and financial reporting. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoo","13000 Zoo Blvd. ","Apple Valley",MN,55124,952-431-9469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/finance-and-administration,,,,
10033309,"Improving Resiliency and Conservation Outcomes for Minnesota Turtles",2022,391000,"M.L. 2021, First Special Session, Chp. 6, Art. 6, Sec. 2, Subd. 03d","$391,000 the first year is from the trust fund to the Minnesota Zoological Garden to improve the conservation of Minnesota's imperiled turtles through animal husbandry, field conservation, and educational programming. This appropriation is available until June 30, 2025, by which time the project must be completed and final products delivered.","Click on 'Work Plan' under 'Project Details'.","Click on 'Work Plan' under 'Project Details'.",,,,,,,,"Minnesota Zoological Society","State Government","We will improve the conservation of Minnesota's imperiled turtles by leveraging our strengths in animal husbandry, field conservation, and educational programming to bolster populations and raise public awareness.",,"Work Plan",2021-07-01,2025-06-30,"Environment & Natural Resources Trust Fund","In Progress",,,Tricia,Markle,"Minnesota Zoological Society","13000 Zoo Blvd","Apple Valley",MN,55124,"(952) 431-9200",http://mnzoo.org/,,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,https://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/improving-resiliency-and-conservation-outcomes-minnesota-turtles,,,,
10007880,"Minnesota's Farming Heritage",2017,89838,"Laws 2017, Chapter 91, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 7, appropriates $1,500,000 in the first year and $1,950,000 in the second year of the FY17-18 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board."," Subd. 7.  Minnesota Zoo   1,550,000   1,950,000 These amounts are appropriated to the Minnesota Zoological Board for programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access and education related to programs on the cultural heritage of Minnesota. ","Increase the number of guests able to visit the Wells Fargo Family Farm by increasing opening dates ","An additional 198,798 guests had the opportunity to visit the Wells Fargo Family Farm in the expanded opening period, beyond the original May-September season. ",,,,,,,1.22,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","State Government"," Legacy Farm Program Legacy funds allow the Minnesota Zoo to extend the season of the Wells Fargo Family Farm beyond its historical May to September season to include full programming and exhibits from April through November.  ","Farming is at the heart of Minnesota’s history and development, yet today more than half of all Minnesotans live in urban or suburban settings with little or no exposure to Minnesota’s agricultural history or culture. The Wells Fargo Family Farm provides an opportunity for the Zoo’s 1.3 million guests to experience a working farm, directly interact with farm staff and animals, and learn to appreciate agricultural food production. ",,2017-07-01,2018-06-30,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund",Ongoing,,,,,,,,,,,,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,"Aitkin, Anoka, Becker, Beltrami, Benton, Blue Earth, Brown, Carlton, Carver, Cass, Chippewa, Chisago, Clay, Clearwater, Cook, Cottonwood, Crow Wing, Dakota, Dodge, Douglas, Faribault, Fillmore, Freeborn, Goodhue, Grant, Hennepin, Houston, Hubbard, Isanti, Itasca, Jackson, Kanabec, Kandiyohi, Kittson, Koochiching, Lac qui Parle, Lake, Lake of the Woods, Le Sueur, Lincoln, Lyon, Mahnomen, Marshall, Martin, McLeod, Meeker, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Mower, Murray, Nicollet, Nobles, Norman, Olmsted, Otter Tail, Pennington, Pine, Pipestone, Polk, Pope, Ramsey, Redwood, Renville, Rice, Rock, Roseau, Scott, Sherburne, Sibley, St. Louis, Statewide, Stearns, Steele, Stevens, Swift, Todd, Wabasha, Wadena, Waseca, Washington, Watonwan, Wilkin, Winona, Wright, Yellow Medicine",,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/minnesotas-farming-heritage-1,,,,
10007880,"Minnesota's Farming Heritage",2018,92085,"Laws 2017, Chapter 91, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 7, appropriates $1,500,000 in the first year and $1,950,000 in the second year of the FY17-18 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board."," Subd. 7.  Minnesota Zoo   1,550,000   1,950,000 These amounts are appropriated to the Minnesota Zoological Board for programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access and education related to programs on the cultural heritage of Minnesota. ","Increase the number of guests able to visit the Wells Fargo Family Farm by increasing opening dates ","An additional 198,798 guests had the opportunity to visit the Wells Fargo Family Farm in the expanded opening period, beyond the original May-September season. ",,,,,,,1.27,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","State Government"," Legacy Farm Program Legacy funds allow the Minnesota Zoo to extend the season of the Wells Fargo Family Farm beyond its historical May to September season to include full programming and exhibits from April through November.  ","Farming is at the heart of Minnesota’s history and development, yet today more than half of all Minnesotans live in urban or suburban settings with little or no exposure to Minnesota’s agricultural history or culture. The Wells Fargo Family Farm provides an opportunity for the Zoo’s 1.3 million guests to experience a working farm, directly interact with farm staff and animals, and learn to appreciate agricultural food production. ",,2017-07-01,2018-06-30,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund",Ongoing,,,,,,,,,,,,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,"Aitkin, Anoka, Becker, Beltrami, Benton, Blue Earth, Brown, Carlton, Carver, Cass, Chippewa, Chisago, Clay, Clearwater, Cook, Cottonwood, Crow Wing, Dakota, Dodge, Douglas, Faribault, Fillmore, Freeborn, Goodhue, Grant, Hennepin, Houston, Hubbard, Isanti, Itasca, Jackson, Kanabec, Kandiyohi, Kittson, Koochiching, Lac qui Parle, Lake, Lake of the Woods, Le Sueur, Lincoln, Lyon, Mahnomen, Marshall, Martin, McLeod, Meeker, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Mower, Murray, Nicollet, Nobles, Norman, Olmsted, Otter Tail, Pennington, Pine, Pipestone, Polk, Pope, Ramsey, Redwood, Renville, Rice, Rock, Roseau, Scott, Sherburne, Sibley, St. Louis, Statewide, Stearns, Steele, Stevens, Swift, Todd, Wabasha, Wadena, Waseca, Washington, Watonwan, Wilkin, Winona, Wright, Yellow Medicine",,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/minnesotas-farming-heritage-1,,,,
22035,"Minnesota's Farming Heritage",2014,100977,"Laws of 2013, Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subd. 9",,,"Increased attendance (14,102 attendees in October 2013, a 47% increase over the prior year’s corresponding weekends)Positive survey feedback: 90% satisfaction rating of Harvest Festival experience.During the Summer 2013 season, participation in the Zoo Farmers Market increased.Approximately 4,500 guests attended the Farmers Market this season.A musical artist was featured in Summer 2013 at each weeks Zoo Farmers Market, an added feature which received consistently positive feedback in surveys.Sustainable seafood cooking demonstrations educated guests about increasing worldwide demand for seafood and how to purchase fish caught or farmed using environmentally friendly practices.",,,,,,,1.7,"Minnesota Zoo","State Government","Farming is at the heart of Minnesota’s history and development, yet today more than half of all Minnesotans live in urban or suburban settings with little or no exposure to Minnesota’s agricultural history or culture. The Wells Fargo Family Farm provides an opportunity for the Zoo’s 1.3 million guests to experience a working farm, directly interact with farm staff and animals, and learn to appreciate agricultural food production.  Legacy Farm ProgramLegacy funds allow the Minnesota Zoo to extend the season of the Wells Fargo Family Farm beyond its historical May to September season to include full programming and exhibits from April through November. Farmer’s MarketThe objective of the Minnesota Zoo Farmers’ Market is to support and promote the local farming community while educating people on the importance of sustainability. Supported with a small amount of Legacy funding, inclement weather limited the success of the market in the summer of 2016.  ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",MN,55124,9524319469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board","Legacy Farm Program",,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/minnesotas-farming-heritage-0,,,,
22035,"Minnesota's Farming Heritage",2015,87050,"Laws of 2013, Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subd. 9","These amounts are appropriated to the Minnesota Zoological Board for programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access to the arts, arts education, and cultural heritage of Minnesota. ",,"In FY14, this program made the Wells Fargo Family Farm experience available to an additional 143,500 zoo guests.Increased attendance (14,102 attendees in FY14, a 47% increase over the prior year’s corresponding weekends)Positive survey feedback: 90% satisfaction rating of Harvest Festival experience.Approximately 5,000 guests attended the Farmer’s Market FY14.Sustainable seafood cooking demonstrations educated guests about increasing worldwide demand for seafood and how to purchase fish caught or farmed using environmentally friendly practices.",,,,,,,1.7,"Minnesota Zoo","State Government","Farming is at the heart of Minnesota’s history and development, yet today more than half of all Minnesotans live in urban or suburban settings with little or no exposure to Minnesota’s agricultural history or culture. The Wells Fargo Family Farm provides an opportunity for the Zoo’s 1.3 million guests to experience a working farm, directly interact with farm staff and animals, and learn to appreciate agricultural food production.  Legacy Farm ProgramLegacy funds allow the Minnesota Zoo to extend the season of the Wells Fargo Family Farm beyond its historical May to September season to include full programming and exhibits from April through November. Farmer’s MarketThe objective of the Minnesota Zoo Farmers’ Market is to support and promote the local farming community while educating people on the importance of sustainability. Supported with a small amount of Legacy funding, inclement weather limited the success of the market in the summer of 2016.  ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",MN,55124,9524319469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board","Legacy Farm Program",,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/minnesotas-farming-heritage-0,,,,
22035,"Minnesota's Farming Heritage",2016,96000,"Laws of 2015, 1st Special Session Chapter 2, Article 4, Section 2","For programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access and education related to programs on the cultural heritage of Minnesota",,"•The Wells Fargo Family Farm experience made available to 1,015,400 Zoo guests. •Farmer’s market available three days during the summer. ",,,,,,,1.22,"Minnesota Zoo","State Government","Farming is at the heart of Minnesota’s history and development, yet today more than half of all Minnesotans live in urban or suburban settings with little or no exposure to Minnesota’s agricultural history or culture. The Wells Fargo Family Farm provides an opportunity for the Zoo’s 1.3 million guests to experience a working farm, directly interact with farm staff and animals, and learn to appreciate agricultural food production.  Legacy Farm ProgramLegacy funds allow the Minnesota Zoo to extend the season of the Wells Fargo Family Farm beyond its historical May to September season to include full programming and exhibits from April through November. Farmer’s MarketThe objective of the Minnesota Zoo Farmers’ Market is to support and promote the local farming community while educating people on the importance of sustainability. Supported with a small amount of Legacy funding, inclement weather limited the success of the market in the summer of 2016.  ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",MN,55124,9524319469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board","Legacy Farm Program",,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/minnesotas-farming-heritage-0,,,,
18354,"Minnesota's Farming Heritage",2013,228500,"Laws 2011, 1st Special Session, Chapter 6, Article 4, section 2, Subdivision 7","Laws 2011, 1st Special Session, Chapter 6, Article 4, section 2, Subdivision 7, appropriates $1,500,000 in each year of the FY12-13 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board “for programmatic development of the Minnesota Zoo.”","The number of visitors that are at the farm will be measured along with review of comments received.  We have taken counts of tram riders during this October Harvest Festival to get a feel for the number of visitors at the farm.The number of vendors and customers participating in the Farmers’ Market will be measured as will compost sales and positive feedback from customers, members and the media.",,,,,,,,1.6,"Minnesota Zoo",,"In July 2000 the Minnesota Zoo opened the Wells Fargo Family Farm to focus attention on the past, present, and possible future of the Minnesota family farm. Since that time, millions have visited the farm to learn about our farming heritage. Legacy funding is allowing the Zoo to expand the season of the exhibit, improve work done off-season and increase programming at the Farm. The Zoo also launched a farmer’s market. The Zoo teaches and promotes sustainable agriculture practices such as our Farm to Fork program. The Farmers Market is another example of sharing these practices with the community. A Harvest Festival was developed and launched in the fall of 2011, and continued in 2012. The Harvest Festival provides guests with a personal farm experience celebrating the importance of the fall harvest. The activities supporting these weekends included music, crafts, apple press demonstrations, cow milking demonstrations, butter churning, spinning/weaving demonstrations, and a hay maze for kids. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,"Mary ",Robison,"Minnesota Zoo","13000 Zoo Boulevard ","Apple Valley",Minnesota,55412,952-431-9469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/minnesotas-farming-heritage,,,,
18354,"Minnesota's Farming Heritage",2012,170457,"Laws 2011, 1st Special Session, Chapter 6, Article 4, section 2, Subdivision 7","Laws 2011, 1st Special Session, Chapter 6, Article 4, section 2, Subdivision 7, appropriates $1,500,000 in each year of the FY12-13 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board “for programmatic development of the Minnesota Zoo.”","The number of visitors that are at the farm will be measured along with review of comments received. We have taken counts of tram riders during this October Harvest Festival to get a feel for the number of visitors at the farm.The number of vendors and customers participating in the Farmers’ Market will be measured as will compost sales and positive feedback from customers, members and the media.Attendance for the Harvest Festival weekends was 30,718, which attributed to exceeding the Zoo’s attendance goal for the month of October by more than 14%.",,,,,,,,1.4,"Minnesota Zoo",,"In July 2000 the Minnesota Zoo opened the Wells Fargo Family Farm to focus attention on the past, present, and possible future of the Minnesota family farm. Since that time, millions have visited the farm to learn about our farming heritage. Legacy funding is allowing the Zoo to expand the season of the exhibit, improve work done off-season and increase programming at the Farm. The Zoo also launched a farmer’s market. The Zoo teaches and promotes sustainable agriculture practices such as our Farm to Fork program. The Farmers Market is another example of sharing these practices with the community. A Harvest Festival was developed and launched in the fall of 2011, and continued in 2012. The Harvest Festival provides guests with a personal farm experience celebrating the importance of the fall harvest. The activities supporting these weekends included music, crafts, apple press demonstrations, cow milking demonstrations, butter churning, spinning/weaving demonstrations, and a hay maze for kids. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,"Mary ",Robison,"Minnesota Zoo","13000 Zoo Boulevard ","Apple Valley",Minnesota,55412,952-431-9469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/minnesotas-farming-heritage,,,,
25354,"Minnesota's Natural Heritage",2015,243693,"Laws of 2013, Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subd. 9","These amounts are appropriated to the Minnesota Zoological Board for programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access to the arts, arts education, and cultural heritage of Minnesota.",,"Our World Speaker SeriesAll 2014 and 2015 featured speakers focus on issues relevant to the conservation of Minnesota’s natural heritage.  Topics include The Ecological Future of North American Bison, Attracting Birds, Butterflies, and other Backyard Wildlife, Invasive Species in Minnesota, Dwindling Numbers for an Iconic Insect (Monarchs), and Wildlife of Voyagers National Park.  Speakers include: University of Minnesota Conservation Biologist Karen Oberhauser; Minnesota native and Smithsonian Institute scientist Kristofer Kelgen; bison specialist Kyran Kunkel; and Minnesota’s most beloved outdoorsman Ron Schara.An average of 85 Minnesotans (mostly adult) attended each of the 2014 Our World Speaker Series events (totaling more than 600 people).The Our World Speaker Series was offered free of charge to all attendees, ensuring access for all interested guests.  Virtual Google+ Hangouts of the Speaker Series (hosted by the Zoo’s social media coordinator) were offered for six of the 2014 events. The Minnesota Zoo has more than 270,000 Google+ followers. Zoo Education ProgramOver 500 children participated in summer Zoo Camps specifically focused on Minnesota Natural Heritage, including the popular Minnesota Voyagers camp, which immersed participants in the natural treasures of our great state.  Campers even participated in a fishing excursion to a nearby lake.More than 1,000 students from nine different schools in Minnesota enjoyed a performance of “Tales Along the Minnesota Trail,” a theatrical performance in the Zoo’s Target Learning Center, in partnership with the Minnesota History Theater.  The play supported student learning in the areas of Native American history, different languages and cultures of Minnesota, links between Minnesota’s natural environment and cultural history, impacts of the arrival of European settlers to Minnesota, conservation of Minnesota natural resources, and Minnesota wildlife.Minnesota Natural Heritage Tours are now offered year-round to school groups visiting the Zoo.  Geared for elementary and middle school students, these active 45-minute naturalist led tours highlight the rich natural and cultural history of our great state.  Topics and activities support Minnesota’s social studies and science standards.  Tours are enhanced by a Minnesota Quest teacher curriculum guide that enables teachers to connect their experience along the Zoo’s Minnesota Trail back to the classroom.Teens and adults have the opportunity to explore the unique natural heritage of Minnesota through Zoo staff-led Travel Edventures across the state.  A group of teachers participated in a bird banding expedition to Hawk Ridge near Duluth in September 2014.  Upcoming Edventures include tracking wolves in Ely and exploring the prairies of western Minnesota to learn about the successful reintroduction of bison to their native territory. Bison  Reintroduction ProgramWe have successfully bred pure bison that will be part of the first-ever release at Minneopa State Park.We built a new bison holding facility to accommodate the expansion of the Zoo’s onsite herd for this initiative. ",,,,,,,,"Minnesota Zoo","State Government","Minnesota has long been committed to preserving its natural heritage. In partnership with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, US Fish and Wildlife Service, the University of Minnesota, and other conservation organizations, the Minnesota Zoo plays a significant role in these preservation efforts by addressing pressing wildlife conservation issues important to our State. Legacy funds allow the Minnesota Zoo to expand its field conservation and educational programs with a focus on animals and habitats closely aligned with Minnesota’s cultural identity. Bison Reintroduction Program Bison are among the most iconic animals associated with the central plains. Where millions once roamed vast portions of Minnesota, few bison genetically free of cattle genes remain today. Having exhibited descendants of these plains bison for years, the Minnesota Zoo is now cooperatively breeding and managing a bison herd with MN DNR for reintroduction into state parks. Prairie Butterfly Field Conservation In the 1800’s, prairie covered 18 million acres of Minnesota, or about a third of the state. Prairies and their native wildlife are an important part of Minnesota’s cultural heritage, but today, only about 1% of Minnesota’s native prairie remains. With the loss of native habitat, many of the wildlife species in Minnesota that depend on prairie have declined or even disappeared. Initiated with Legacy funding and now also supported by the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund, the Zoo’s Prairie Butterfly Conservation Program aims to prevent the extinction of a number of prairie butterflies, understand the reasons for their declines, and ensure that populations are sustained long-term. In partnership with other state agencies and organizations, the Minnesota Zoo has established a captive conservation breeding program at the Zoo addressing some of Minnesota’s most threatened butterfly species, including the Dakota skipper and Poweshiek skipperling. In conjunction with its breeding program, the Zoo is supporting field work to monitor prairie butterfly populations and research on the threats that imperiled butterflies and other species may face in Minnesota’s prairies. Moose Conservation Field Research Moose, one of Minnesota’s most iconic wildlife species, are declining in Minnesota. In less than 20 years, moose in northwestern Minnesota declined from over 4,000 to fewer than 100. With high levels of adult and calf mortality, the northeastern Minnesota moose population, numbering 4,350 is now declining. There were approximately twice as many moose in northeastern Minnesota ten years ago as there are today. Working with the University of Minnesota and other researchers, the Minnesota Zoo has been conducting research on moose responses to warm temperatures, moose-wolf interactions, and parasite transmission between deer and moose that will inform moose management in the state and hopefully slow or prevent a decline in Minnesota moose population. Zoo Education Programs The Minnesota Zoo’s education department has expanded programs to enhance participants’ knowledge and appreciation of Minnesota’s natural heritage. These programs and experiences are designed to “connect” participants to the natural world, fostering a lifelong conservation ethic for the wild life and wild places of our State. Education programs supported by Legacy funding include: •Tales Along the Minnesota Trail – A theatrical performance offered to school groups visiting the Zoo that addresses Native American history, Minnesota languages and cultures, links between Minnesota’s natural environment and cultural history, and conservation of Minnesota natural resources. •Zoo Camp – Week-long summer day camp experiences focused specifically on Minnesota natural heritage, including the Minnesota Voyagers camp, which includes a fishing excursion to a nearby lake. •Minnesota Natural Heritage Trail Tours –Naturalist-led trail tours supporting Minnesota social studies and science standards offered as to school field trips. •Minnesota Quest Curriculum and Trail Guide – An on-line teacher’s guide to the Minnesota Trail that includes topics and activities to support Minnesota academic standards in Social Studies and Science. •Travel Edventures –Zoo staff-led field trips providing teens and adults the opportunity to explore the unique natural heritage of Minnesota. •Life on the Farm – Interpreting life on a traditional Minnesota working family farm to Zoo visitors. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",Minnesota,55124,952-431-9469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/minnesotas-natural-heritage,,,,
25354,"Minnesota's Natural Heritage",2016,384400,"Laws 2015,1st special session, Chapter 2, Article 4, Section 2, subd. 7","For programs and development of the Minnesota Zoological Garden and to provide access and education related to programs on the cultural heritage of Minnesota",,"Outcomes for FY 16 include: •Successfully conducting DNA testing on the bison conservation herd to make recommendations for future breeding and animal transfers. •Transporting three female yearlings to Minneopa State Park. •Producing bison calves for the future transfer and release into Minnesota state parks. •Increasing the overall survivorship of Dakota skipper larvae within the Zoo’s captive population. •Expanding the Zoo’s on-site rearing capacities. •Producing a long-term strategy for the captive management of Dakota skippers and Poweshiek skipperlings and for reintroduction for Poweshiek skipperlings. •Producing preliminary data needed to evaluate threats prairie skipper butterflies. •Publication of one peer-reviewed scientific article. •Presentation of research at one scientific conference. •Tales Along the Minnesota Trail presented to more than 1,000 Minnesota students from nine schools. •More than 500 children participated in summer Zoo Camps focused on Minnesota Natural Heritage. •Minnesota Natural Heritage Tours offered year-round to school groups. •Zoo staff-led four Travel Edventures, including a bird banding expedition to Hawk Ridge near Duluth, two wolf-tracking expeditions to Ely, and a visit to Mystery Cave in southeastern Minnesota to explore the importance of bats in Minnesota’s ecological systems. ",,,,,,,2.2,"Minnesota Zoo","State Government","Minnesota has long been committed to preserving its natural heritage. In partnership with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, US Fish and Wildlife Service, the University of Minnesota, and other conservation organizations, the Minnesota Zoo plays a significant role in these preservation efforts by addressing pressing wildlife conservation issues important to our State. Legacy funds allow the Minnesota Zoo to expand its field conservation and educational programs with a focus on animals and habitats closely aligned with Minnesota’s cultural identity. Bison Reintroduction Program Bison are among the most iconic animals associated with the central plains. Where millions once roamed vast portions of Minnesota, few bison genetically free of cattle genes remain today. Having exhibited descendants of these plains bison for years, the Minnesota Zoo is now cooperatively breeding and managing a bison herd with MN DNR for reintroduction into state parks. Prairie Butterfly Field Conservation In the 1800’s, prairie covered 18 million acres of Minnesota, or about a third of the state. Prairies and their native wildlife are an important part of Minnesota’s cultural heritage, but today, only about 1% of Minnesota’s native prairie remains. With the loss of native habitat, many of the wildlife species in Minnesota that depend on prairie have declined or even disappeared. Initiated with Legacy funding and now also supported by the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund, the Zoo’s Prairie Butterfly Conservation Program aims to prevent the extinction of a number of prairie butterflies, understand the reasons for their declines, and ensure that populations are sustained long-term. In partnership with other state agencies and organizations, the Minnesota Zoo has established a captive conservation breeding program at the Zoo addressing some of Minnesota’s most threatened butterfly species, including the Dakota skipper and Poweshiek skipperling. In conjunction with its breeding program, the Zoo is supporting field work to monitor prairie butterfly populations and research on the threats that imperiled butterflies and other species may face in Minnesota’s prairies. Moose Conservation Field Research Moose, one of Minnesota’s most iconic wildlife species, are declining in Minnesota. In less than 20 years, moose in northwestern Minnesota declined from over 4,000 to fewer than 100. With high levels of adult and calf mortality, the northeastern Minnesota moose population, numbering 4,350 is now declining. There were approximately twice as many moose in northeastern Minnesota ten years ago as there are today. Working with the University of Minnesota and other researchers, the Minnesota Zoo has been conducting research on moose responses to warm temperatures, moose-wolf interactions, and parasite transmission between deer and moose that will inform moose management in the state and hopefully slow or prevent a decline in Minnesota moose population. Zoo Education Programs The Minnesota Zoo’s education department has expanded programs to enhance participants’ knowledge and appreciation of Minnesota’s natural heritage. These programs and experiences are designed to “connect” participants to the natural world, fostering a lifelong conservation ethic for the wild life and wild places of our State. Education programs supported by Legacy funding include: •Tales Along the Minnesota Trail – A theatrical performance offered to school groups visiting the Zoo that addresses Native American history, Minnesota languages and cultures, links between Minnesota’s natural environment and cultural history, and conservation of Minnesota natural resources. •Zoo Camp – Week-long summer day camp experiences focused specifically on Minnesota natural heritage, including the Minnesota Voyagers camp, which includes a fishing excursion to a nearby lake. •Minnesota Natural Heritage Trail Tours –Naturalist-led trail tours supporting Minnesota social studies and science standards offered as to school field trips. •Minnesota Quest Curriculum and Trail Guide – An on-line teacher’s guide to the Minnesota Trail that includes topics and activities to support Minnesota academic standards in Social Studies and Science. •Travel Edventures –Zoo staff-led field trips providing teens and adults the opportunity to explore the unique natural heritage of Minnesota. •Life on the Farm – Interpreting life on a traditional Minnesota working family farm to Zoo visitors. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",Minnesota,55124,952-431-9469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,Education/Outreach/Engagement,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/minnesotas-natural-heritage,,,,
22034,"Zoo Site Habitat and Landscape",2015,18708,"Laws of 2013, Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subd. 9",,,"Documented the presence of 226 native wildlife species on Zoo site: 136 bird, 18 mammal, 4 amphibian, 4 reptile, 48 butterfly, and 16 dragonfly species.Documented the on-site presence of the northern long-eared bat, which is has been proposed for listing under the U.S. Endangered Species List.  The bat’s presence was reported to MNDNR.Created a website (http://mnzoo.org/conservation/zoo/biodiscovery-project/) that highlights some of the animals found on Zoo site and provides tips for discovering native wildlife. Directly engaged more than 3,800 people in discovering Minnesota’s native wildlife through programs at the Zoo, Google Hangout (online), and the project’s Facebook group. In collaboration with researchers at the University of Minnesota, collected biological samples from 276 amphibians on Zoo site and tested them for chytrid fungus and ranavirus (potential threats).  Results are being analyzed and will form the basis of a scientific manuscript.",,,,,,,0.6,"Minnesota Zoo",,"The Minnesota Zoo’s site – 485 acres of land in Dakota county – is a state treasure that includes a diverse array of habitants including vernal pools, sedge meadows, oak woodlands, and northern rich fens. More than half of this is undeveloped wildlife habitat which, thanks to Legacy funding, is now being explored by zoo staff and guests in order to educate citizens about the wild animals and wild places native to our state and the importance of caring for and conserving these resources.BioDiscovery Project This project surveyed and studied the native biodiversity found on the Minnesota Zoo’s undeveloped lands, with help from numerous volunteers, interns, researchers and public participants. The project interacted with the public through the Zoo’s “Be the Biologist” and “Meet a Wildlife Biologist” programs by introducing people to Minnesota’s wildlife and teaching them how to discover biodiversity in their own neighborhoods. Using the Zoo’s website and social media outlets, the BioDiscovery Project shared its discoveries with the public, and provided tools to help Minnesotans discover and learn about local wildlife species.Prairie RestorationTallgrass prairie once stretched from Oklahoma to the Red River Valley.  Today in Minnesota, less than one tenth of one percent of the original prairie is left.  Tallgrass prairie is the only functionally extinct ecosystem on the continent. These grasslands that wildlife depends on provide both habitat as well as a number of ecosystem services.  This ecosystem has the potential to remove and store tons of carbon dioxide per acre per year, mitigating climate change.  Grasslands also store water, reducing erosion and downstream flooding.   The wildflowers in these areas provide habitat for a diversity of pollinators that can pollinate nearby agricultural lands.The goal of this project is to rehabilitate the mown, dysfunctional parking lot berms at the Zoo site to represent one of the three biomes that covered pre-settlement Minnesota; encourage Zoo guests to interact with the Prairie; and educate visitors about this unique ecosystem.",,"Program at a Glance: Zoo Site Habitat and Landscape Projects: •BioDiscovery Project •Prairie Restoration ",,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",MN,55124,9524319469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,Restoration/Enhancement,"Minnesota Zoological Board","BioDiscovery Project, Prairie Restoration ",,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/zoo-site-habitat-and-landscape,,,,
22034,"Zoo Site Habitat and Landscape",2014,101375,"Laws of 2013, Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subd. 9",,,"Biodiversity Project Measureable OutcomesPilot wildlife surveys took place from June to October 2013. Methods used included bird surveys, bird mist netting, insect hand netting, small mammal live trapping, trail cameras, and visual encounter surveys. Monitoring continues on an on-going basis.Project participants have included Zoo volunteers, area college students, boy scout troops, young professional associations, and more. In January 2014, the first public education program will take place.Public awareness of the program has included five presentations, including a Google+ hangout in partnership with Zoo Atlanta as well as presentations at the Minnesota School of Environmental Studies.  Social media pages for the BioDiscovery Project have been launched.Prairie Restoration Measurable OutcomesThe Zoo prairie was successfully developed in 2013. Featured plants included: black-eyed Susan, long-headed coneflower, pale purple coneflower, prairie phlox, spiderwort, prairie smoke, lobelia, pussy toes, fragrant giant hyssop, prairie onion, rattlesnake master, wild bergamot, white prairie clover, purple prairie clover, stiff tickseed, showy penstamon, hoary vervain, blue grama, side-oats grama, prairie June grass, wild Canada rye, and prairie dropseed.In 2013, the Zoo placed graphics adjacent to areas where the visitors congregate as they approach the entrance.  Visitors and zoo education program participants frequently visited the project by stopping to read the information. The signs discuss prairie ecology, certain species of plants and animals in the prairie, the status of today's prairie in Minnesota and the Midwest compared to their historical range, as well as discuss modern prairie conservation and the agencies/NGOs that are most active in this work.Over 169 hours of volunteer time were contributed to the project in 2013. Presentations were given in the field and classroom to the Minnesota Master Naturalist: Prairies and Potholes course, School of Environmental Studies, Great River Chapter of the American Society of Botanical Arts, Zoo staff, and Zoo Board of Directors. Two classes from the School of Environmental Studies helped seed prairie grasses and plugs in the fall. Seeds were collected from blooming plants and are currently being grown in the greenhouse in preparation for planting in 2014.",,,,,,,1.5,"Minnesota Zoo",,"The Minnesota Zoo’s site – 485 acres of land in Dakota county – is a state treasure that includes a diverse array of habitants including vernal pools, sedge meadows, oak woodlands, and northern rich fens. More than half of this is undeveloped wildlife habitat which, thanks to Legacy funding, is now being explored by zoo staff and guests in order to educate citizens about the wild animals and wild places native to our state and the importance of caring for and conserving these resources.BioDiscovery Project This project surveyed and studied the native biodiversity found on the Minnesota Zoo’s undeveloped lands, with help from numerous volunteers, interns, researchers and public participants. The project interacted with the public through the Zoo’s “Be the Biologist” and “Meet a Wildlife Biologist” programs by introducing people to Minnesota’s wildlife and teaching them how to discover biodiversity in their own neighborhoods. Using the Zoo’s website and social media outlets, the BioDiscovery Project shared its discoveries with the public, and provided tools to help Minnesotans discover and learn about local wildlife species.Prairie RestorationTallgrass prairie once stretched from Oklahoma to the Red River Valley.  Today in Minnesota, less than one tenth of one percent of the original prairie is left.  Tallgrass prairie is the only functionally extinct ecosystem on the continent. These grasslands that wildlife depends on provide both habitat as well as a number of ecosystem services.  This ecosystem has the potential to remove and store tons of carbon dioxide per acre per year, mitigating climate change.  Grasslands also store water, reducing erosion and downstream flooding.   The wildflowers in these areas provide habitat for a diversity of pollinators that can pollinate nearby agricultural lands.The goal of this project is to rehabilitate the mown, dysfunctional parking lot berms at the Zoo site to represent one of the three biomes that covered pre-settlement Minnesota; encourage Zoo guests to interact with the Prairie; and educate visitors about this unique ecosystem.",,"Program at a Glance: Zoo Site Habitat and Landscape Projects: •BioDiscovery Project •Prairie Restoration ",,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,Mary,Robison,"Minnesota Zoological Garden","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley",MN,55124,9524319469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,Restoration/Enhancement,"Minnesota Zoological Board","BioDiscovery Project, Prairie Restoration ",,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/zoo-site-habitat-and-landscape,,,,
18353,"Zoo Site and Habitat and Landscape",2013,116576,"Laws 2011, 1st Special Session, Chapter 6, Article 4, section 2, Subdivision 7","Laws 2011, 1st Special Session, Chapter 6, Article 4, section 2, Subdivision 7, appropriates $1,500,000 in each year of the FY12-13 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board “for programmatic development of the Minnesota Zoo.”","A Zoo site plan has already been developed. In the long run, the steps that are called out in the Plan will be reviewed and a work plan put in place to aid restoration efforts across the Zoo. With the plan, the Zoo will be able to leverage our restoration efforts with money from other sources, i.e. the DNR’s Woody Biomass project, which would help fund the removal of invasive species portion of the Plan. The Zoo will then concentrate on native plantings, and other aspects of restoring the landscape.We will measure the number of volunteers recruited for the prairie project, and number of classes/tours using the prairie trails.The Minnesota Zoo has existing partnerships with the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), The Nature Conservancy (TNC), Pheasants Forever (PF), and the MN Prairie Chicken Society (MPCS).  Each of these groups has a strong history restoring and/or enhancing grassland habitat across western Minnesota.  These groups will be leveraged to assist the Zoo’s efforts to raise the public’s awareness of the importance of prairies and prairie wildlife.   ",,,,,,,,0.5,"Minnesota Zoo",,"Looking at Minnesota’s heritage of land stewardship, preservation and restoration, Legacy funding is allowing the Zoo to use our 485 acres to demonstrate these practices and educate the public. An overall site plan has been developed. We have accelerated our buckthorn removal on site. We are also in the process of developing a demonstration prairie plot which will provide the opportunity for Zoo guests to connect with this rare and important part of Minnesota’s natural history. The prairie project is rehabilitating the mown, dysfunctional parking lot berms to represent one of the three biomes that covered pre-settlement Minnesota. The Zoo prairie demonstrates plants of the short grass prairies. The prairie itself is largely in place, and will continue to develop over time. The Zoo will place graphics adjacent to areas where the visitors congregate as they approach the entrance. These signs will discuss prairie ecology, certain species of plants and animals in the prairie, the status of today’s prairie in Minnesota and the Midwest compared to their historical range, as well as discuss modern prairie conservation and the agencies/NGOs that are most active in this work. There will be a few paths for people to enter into the actual prairie without trampling the vegetation. These trails will allow visitors, especially children, to go further into the prairie. In the late summer, children can look up at the grasses and feel a sense of immersion in the prairie. The smallest and most inconspicuous species will be planted along the trail where they are easiest for the tours to see. These trails will also be used by volunteers who are involved in some of the upkeep of the prairie plot during the growing season. Volunteers will be recruited from a variety of sources including the over 1100 Minnesota Zoo adult and teen volunteers, local Pheasants Forever chapters, the School of Environmental Studies, the Zoo’s Wildlife Conservation Club for teens and other organizations and clubs interested in volunteering to support conservation efforts at the Zoo. These volunteers will be coordinated by Zoo education staff and Zoo volunteers that are also Minnesota Master Naturalist volunteers. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,"Mary ",Robison,"Minnesota Zoo ","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley","Minnesota ",55124,952-431-9469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/zoo-site-and-habitat-and-landscape,,,,
18353,"Zoo Site and Habitat and Landscape",2012,131729,"Laws 2011, 1st Special Session, Chapter 6, Article 4, section 2, Subdivision 7","Laws 2011, 1st Special Session, Chapter 6, Article 4, section 2, Subdivision 7, appropriates $1,500,000 in each year of the FY12-13 biennium to the Minnesota Zoological Board “for programmatic development of the Minnesota Zoo.”","The plan will be developed by June 2012. In the long run, the steps that are called out in the Plan will be reviewed and a work plan put in place to aid restoration efforts across the Zoo. With the plan, the Zoo will be able to leverage our restoration efforts with money from other sources, i.e. the DNR’s Woody Biomass project, which would help fund the removal of invasive species portion of the Plan. The Zoo will then concentrate on native plantings, and other aspects of restoring the landscape. We will measure the number of volunteers recruited for the prairie project, and number of classes/tours using the prairie trails. The Minnesota Zoo has existing partnerships with the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), The Nature Conservancy (TNC), Pheasants Forever (PF), and the MN Prairie Chicken Society (MPCS). Each of these groups has a strong history restoring and/or enhancing grassland habitat across western Minnesota. These groups will be leveraged to assist the Zoo’s efforts to raise the public’s awareness of the importance of prairies and prairie wildlife.",,,15000,"Private funding",,,,1,"Minnesota Zoo",,"Looking at Minnesota’s heritage of land stewardship, preservation and restoration, Legacy funding is allowing the Zoo to use our 485 acres to demonstrate these practices and educate the public. An overall site plan has been developed. We have accelerated our buckthorn removal on site. We are also in the process of developing a demonstration prairie plot which will provide the opportunity for Zoo guests to connect with this rare and important part of Minnesota’s natural history. The prairie project is rehabilitating the mown, dysfunctional parking lot berms to represent one of the three biomes that covered pre-settlement Minnesota. The Zoo prairie demonstrates plants of the short grass prairies. The prairie itself is largely in place, and will continue to develop over time. The Zoo will place graphics adjacent to areas where the visitors congregate as they approach the entrance. These signs will discuss prairie ecology, certain species of plants and animals in the prairie, the status of today’s prairie in Minnesota and the Midwest compared to their historical range, as well as discuss modern prairie conservation and the agencies/NGOs that are most active in this work. There will be a few paths for people to enter into the actual prairie without trampling the vegetation. These trails will allow visitors, especially children, to go further into the prairie. In the late summer, children can look up at the grasses and feel a sense of immersion in the prairie. The smallest and most inconspicuous species will be planted along the trail where they are easiest for the tours to see. These trails will also be used by volunteers who are involved in some of the upkeep of the prairie plot during the growing season. Volunteers will be recruited from a variety of sources including the over 1100 Minnesota Zoo adult and teen volunteers, local Pheasants Forever chapters, the School of Environmental Studies, the Zoo’s Wildlife Conservation Club for teens and other organizations and clubs interested in volunteering to support conservation efforts at the Zoo. These volunteers will be coordinated by Zoo education staff and Zoo volunteers that are also Minnesota Master Naturalist volunteers. ",,,,,"Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund","In Progress",,,"Mary ",Robison,"Minnesota Zoo ","13000 Zoo Boulevard","Apple Valley","Minnesota ",55124,952-431-9469,mary.robison@state.mn.us,,"Minnesota Zoological Board",,,,,http://www.legacy.mn.gov/projects/zoo-site-and-habitat-and-landscape,,,,