North Carolina Zoo nominated for Best Zoo in Newsweek Readers’ Choice Awards

ASHEBORO, N.C. (WNCN) — The North Carolina Zoo has the opportunity to win Best Zoo in the Newsweek Readers’ Choice Awards.

Newsweek announced the North Carolina Zoo as a Readers’ Choice nominee on Wednesday.

“From the Endangered Species Carousel and Air Hike Ropes Course to zookeeper talks and guided golf-cart tours, there’s a lot to experience at the North Carolina Zoo,” the nominees’ page reads.

“A Zoofari trip will take you onto a 40-acre expanse for a free-roaming look at rhinos, ostriches and herding animals,” the page continues. “And, of course, you can explore all the animal exhibits, from the tiny desert pupfish to the African elephant.”

According to Newsweek, one vote may be cast daily until July 31. 10 winners will be announced on Aug. 7.

To cast a vote, click here.

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