Monarto Zoo - Sun. 27 May, 2007 (Mini Meet)...

[fozzie]

10:45am - Meet inside Monarto Zoo at the Visitors Centre (Meet & Greet).

1- 11:30am hop on the Zulu Bus to visit the new Chettah enclosure (Tour Guide on Site) and also in the same area White Rhino's (Tour Guide on Site).

2- Lunch back at the Vistors Centre (Buy or bring your own).

3- 3.30pm Tour (need to book on arrival) taking in the Lions just before feeding time.

While Big V and I were at Adelaide Zoo today, and we came across a Tour Guide from Monarto Zoo. They have had rain and the Zoo is greening up

http://www.adelaidezoo.com.au/monarto/home.php

Edit:

Going - Daniel A, Big V and me

May be - Ollie, stadl, foonji and Marvin


fozzie

[Ollie]

would be interested in this.

I will be there depending on work and other commitments.

cheers.

[DanielA]

I'll be there.
I have a new bit of equipment to try out...

Anyone else going?


Daniel

[Big V]

Naturally...

[robw25]

you bastards have all the fun !! while me and bbj are stuck out in the sticks

cheers rob

[adame]

you bastards have all the fun !! while me and bbj are stuck out in the sticks

cheers rob

Hey dont forget me

[BBJ]

Pricks!!!!! Not fare hey Rob. Oh well not to worry.

[stadl]

With some luck, I'll be able to make it.

Going away in the June long weekend with some preparation required before hand, so spare weekend days are a rare commodity this time of year.

[foonji]

if im back from the bush i may come along...

[fozzie]

*** BUMP ***

One week to go.

fozzie

[aussichef]

i wont be able to make it i'm afraid
I am thinking of going up on a Monday and/or Tuesday in a cpl of weeks
have fun guys & i know we will get some great shots on here withing hours lol
warren aka aussichef

[Marvin]

I may be able to make it. Will be in Victor for the weekend. Will talk to Virgs about it.

[fozzie]

Marvin - hope it comes off, as it will good to catch up with you again

I may be able to make it. Will be in Victor for the weekend. Will talk to Virgs about it.

fozzie

[Big V]

Marvin, tell pete that powerfest is on saturday, he can come with steve and I if he wants..

[Marvin]

Na. We aren't coming up until after netball on Saturday. Won't be there until at least 1ish.

[psionic]

Have fun Gents...

My wife and I spent a day behind the scenes at Monarto not long back... very good fun...

Must remember to log on a bit more, been a bit long before shots... then again I've been away travelling again

Will see about making the next mini-meet... hopefully the D70 batteries not flat..

/M.

[DebT]

Hi,
Iv'e been off doing the zoo photography courses the last couple of weekends and have missed the forum but would love to experience Monarto. May catch up Sunday weather permitting but probably wont make a firm decision until the family wake up Sunday Morning
Rgds Deb

[fozzie]

Deb - duly noted.

Hi,
Iv'e been off doing the zoo photography courses the last couple of weekends and have missed the forum but would love to experience Monarto. May catch up Sunday weather permitting but probably wont make a firm decision until the family wake up Sunday Morning
Rgds Deb

fozzie

[robw25]

last time i went to monarto ( two months ago ) the tours were all booked out so make sure you book ahead .... bastards

cheers rob

[fozzie]

Yes, but what time did you get there sleepy head

last time i went to monarto ( two months ago ) the tours were all booked out so make sure you book ahead .... bastards

cheers rob

fozzie

[DebT]

Thanks for the advise I'll make sure I phone once we make up our minds - haven't been there before so didn't know the drill
Rgds Deb

[Big V]

We have it down pat...Marvin, Pete can still make powerfest, I have to take Senna to netball first..

[robw25]

Yes, but what time did you get there sleepy head

last time i went to monarto ( two months ago ) the tours were all booked out so make sure you book ahead .... bastards

cheers rob

fozzie

well admittedly it was 10 mins before the tour but the whole day was booked up

i thought i saw tony at the zoo but wasn't sure so didn't say hello
cheers rob

[Big V]

Rob, that is because I was over here....

and did you not see me looking at you?

[fozzie]

For these people who are a 'may be' for Sunday, would you please indicate on this thread whether you are coming or not before 8am on Sunday.


Many Thanks - fozzie

[DebT]

Hi Fozzie,
we wont be able to make Monarto today - have an opportunity to do a couple of zoo early morning feeding sessions with Karl today and it's too ood to refuse
Have a sensational day
Rgds Deb

[fozzie]

Deb - thank you for letting me know your status. I am sure that you will have a sensational day as well.

Hi Fozzie,
we wont be able to make Monarto today - have an opportunity to do a couple of zoo early morning feeding sessions with Karl today and it's too ood to refuse
Have a sensational day
Rgds Deb

fozzie

[BBJ]

Come on pricks, Spit the pics out!!!! Loverly day for the zoo that some of us cant attend.

[DanielA]

Come on pricks, Spit the pics out!!!! Loverly day for the zoo that some of us cant attend.

Geez, can't you wait to tomorrow?
The many fantastic photos can't be processed that fast...

It was a great day and it really is a great place to visit (now).

Daniel

[fozzie]

Give us ago, only arrived home at 6:30pm.


D2x + Nikkor AF-S II 300mm f/2.8 (HSC) and with no cropping when PP.


D2x + Nikkor AF-S II 300mm f/2.8 (HSC)

fozzie

[BBJ]

Not bad fella's, cmon you should be able to process pics quick as.LOL Kidding but yeh nice pics Fozzie and as usual i am jealous. Glad you had a good day, me i went fishing. Got the boat out on my only day off.
John

[Big V]

Want want want, all we do is please you guys:)
It was an awesome day - very cool lighting and the zoo is so green at the moment.
OK, here goes..

[Big V]

BBJ, this is what you missed on Saturday..

[foonji]

sorry, i got back sunday night. next time

[DanielA]

Want want want, all we do is please you guys:)
It was an awesome day - very cool lighting and the zoo is so green at the moment.

Here are some of my shots:





Another resident:


Many more in the gallery.

Daniel

[fozzie]

Big V and DanielA - great coverage of the 'Mini Meet' guys. Of course with the exception for Daniel's shot of me, with the comment 'another resident'

For anybody who has not been to Monarto Zoo, suggest you do it before winter sets in. It is a fantastic relaxing day with ease of shooting a number of exciting animals.

fozzie

[asho]

I know this meet was a while ago, but I have a question about Monarto that I am hoping someone can answer.

We are looking at going there on the weekend for my mums birthday, but just wondering do you need to be able to walk around a lot. We are thinking about taking my grandparents who really cant walk around a lot, is it worth taking them or would it be a waste of their time?

Your help is appreciated

[fozzie]

asho - all of the paths are unsealed and unsuitable for the frail.

The best areas are covered by bus trips. Your Grandparents could always stay seated at the Visitors Centre Kiosk Area as plenty of seating while the other members of the party could go on bus trips. There are some animals immediate below the Vistors Centre.

I would suggest ringing Monarto Zoo for further information, refer to the bottom of the website page below:-

http://www.adelaidezoo.com.au/monarto/p ... mation.php

I am of the understanding that rain is expected on both Saturday and Sunday

I know this meet was a while ago, but I have a question about Monarto that I am hoping someone can answer.

We are looking at going there on the weekend for my mums birthday, but just wondering do you need to be able to walk around a lot. We are thinking about taking my grandparents who really cant walk around a lot, is it worth taking them or would it be a waste of their time?

Your help is appreciated