Wildlife Park closes on Veteran's Day

GRAY - The Maine Wildlife Park will close for the 2010 season on Thursday, November 11 at 5 p.m. Since Thursday is also Veteran's Day, the park will recognize and thank all past and present Maine military personnel and veterans for their service to our country by offering them an individual free adult admission to the park on this final day of operation for 2010.

For the second year in a row, the wildlife park has seen increased overall attendance, with record-breaking numbers at big events such as the annual "Night Hike,” Pow-Wow, Rick Charette concert and Halloween Fests.

Park personnel would like to thank all patrons for visiting during this season, and hope to see everyone back in 2011.

There are only a few more days to see and photograph the big bull moose sporting a 53" rack of antlers. You can also check out the bears, fattening and furring up for their winter sleep, appreciate the deer with their rich brown winter coats and full sets of antlers, and admire the foxes and coyotes in their luxurious winter fur.

The Maine Wildlife Park is owned and operated by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife. The park exists to promote an understanding and awareness of the wildlife, conservation and habitat protection programs and projects of MDIFW.

The Maine Wildlife Park has over 30 species of native wildlife on display, plus wildlife gardens, nature trails, a fish hatchery and other interactive exhibits and displays. The park is open daily through November 11 from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; visitors must leave the premises by 5 p.m.

Admission to the park is free for ages three and under; $5 ages five-12; $7 for adults, and $5 for seniors. Groups of 15 or more are $3.50 per person. Bring a picnic and spend the day.

For more information, please call the Maine Wildlife Park at 657-4977; visit on-line at www.mainewildlifepark.com or www.mefishwildlife.com or on Facebook.