CALM

CALM Established in 1983, CALM Zoo is a beloved, accredited zoo in Kern County. Protecting Wildlife. Preserving Wonder. Visit us from Tuesday to Sunday, 9am - 4pm.
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Since 1983, CALM Zoo has grown from a grassroots effort to a beloved, accredited zoological facility that brings California wildlife and conservation to the forefront of the Kern County community. Acting as both a wildlife rehabilitation center and zoo, CALM Zoo exists to educate the public on the amazing flora and fauna that thrives in California. Admission:
Adults $12
Seniors (60+) $9
Children (3-12) $8
Children 2 & Under are FREE

Our bighorn sheep are back on habitat!Following a temporary exhibit closure due to rain damage, our bighorn sheep have o...
06/02/2026

Our bighorn sheep are back on habitat!

Following a temporary exhibit closure due to rain damage, our bighorn sheep have officially returned to a modified section of their habitat. While extensive restoration work is still ahead, our teams have created a safe space that allows the sheep to enjoy the habitat while long-term repairs continue.

The storm damage impacted several areas of the habitat, and restoration efforts over the coming months will include rebuilding damaged terrain, addressing erosion concerns, restoring vegetation, and making additional infrastructure improvements. We appreciate your patience as this important work continues.

We want to extend a huge thank you to our incredible Maintenance & Operations Team and Animal Care Team for their hard work, dedication, and collaboration. Their efforts made it possible to safely reopen a portion of the habitat and welcome the sheep back outside while the next phase of repairs gets underway.

Be sure to stop by and visit our bighorn sheep, Diane, Sierra, and Emma during your next trip to CALM Zoo!

Join us for our 4th Annual Breakfast with the Bears Fundraiser on Fathers Day, June 21 at 7:30 a.m.! Beat the summer hea...
06/01/2026

Join us for our 4th Annual Breakfast with the Bears Fundraiser on Fathers Day, June 21 at 7:30 a.m.! Beat the summer heat and enjoy a morning at CALM with refreshing juice, delicious breakfast treats, and a special opportunity to watch our black bears, Cinnamon and Louie, enjoy their very own breakfast feast.

This event supports CALM's Enrichment Fund, which helps provide new toys, habitat enhancements, enrichment activities, and other innovative ways to improve the lives of the animals in our care.

Want an even more memorable experience? Purchase a $25 raffle ticket for a chance to win an exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Bear Experience (a $500 value)!

The winner and up to 3 guests will:
🐻 Meet Cinnamon and Louie behind the scenes
🐻 Learn more about their care from our animal keepers
🐻 Help prepare the habitat for breakfast
🐻 Enjoy VIP seating during the presentation
The more raffle tickets you purchase, the more chances you have to win! Participants must be 18 years or older, sign a liability waiver, and be available to attend the event on June 21. The winner will be selected and notified on June 18.

🎟️ Purchase raffle and event tickets today at calmzoo.org/events/ (link in bio).
Please note: Reciprocal and CALM memberships are not valid for admission to this special event.

🤝 There are still sponsorship opportunities available for this event! Sponsorship is a great way to support animal enrichment while connecting your business or organization with the community. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Elizabeth Graff at [email protected] for more information.

Looks like Dash has a case of the Sunday sleepies and is soaking up every minute of his cozy afternoon nap.
05/31/2026

Looks like Dash has a case of the Sunday sleepies and is soaking up every minute of his cozy afternoon nap.

Summer time is officially here at CALM Zoo, which means we’re moving to our summer hours.Starting Tuesday, June 2 throug...
05/30/2026

Summer time is officially here at CALM Zoo, which means we’re moving to our summer hours.

Starting Tuesday, June 2 through Sunday, August 9, CALM will be open:
Tuesday – Sunday 8am – 2pm (Closed Mondays)

Please note: On days when temperatures are expected to exceed 105°, the zoo will close at noon.

The Central California Children’s Railroad will run Saturdays & Sundays from 9am – 1pm (weather dependent). The California Coast Room will be open Tuesday – Sunday from 9am – 1pm (volunteer dependent).

We look forward to welcoming you this summer at CALM!

Have you ever wanted to meet our black bears, Cinnamon and Louie, up close? Now’s your chance!Purchase a $25 raffle tick...
05/30/2026

Have you ever wanted to meet our black bears, Cinnamon and Louie, up close? Now’s your chance!
Purchase a $25 raffle ticket for an opportunity to win an exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Experience before our Breakfast with the Bears event on June 21—a $500 value! The winner will be selected and notified on June 18.

The winning experience includes:
🐻 A behind-the-scenes visit for you and up to 3 guests to meet Cinnamon and Louie
🐻 The opportunity to learn more about our bears from their animal keeper
🐻 Helping prepare their habitat for the big breakfast event
🐻 VIP seating during the Breakfast with the Bears presentation

The more tickets you purchase, the more chances you have to win! All proceeds support CALM Zoo’s Animal Enrichment Fund.

Rules:
Must be 18 years or older to enter
All participants must sign a liability waiver
Winner and guests must be available on June 21 at 7:30 a.m.

Visit calmzoo.org/events (link in bio) to purchase your raffle tickets today. Good luck!

Meet Bill, a desert spiny lizard here at CALM Zoo.Bill is a true desert native, perfectly adapted to thrive in warm, dry...
05/29/2026

Meet Bill, a desert spiny lizard here at CALM Zoo.

Bill is a true desert native, perfectly adapted to thrive in warm, dry environments. With his spiky scales and excellent camouflage, he blends right into his habitat while showing off some serious survival skills.

A small but mighty ambassador of the desert ecosystem, Bill helps guests learn just how incredible local wildlife can be. Come visit him in the Reptile House during your next visit!

Did you know the California grizzly bear went extinct in 1924 due to habitat loss and hunting?As part of CALM Zoo’s Mast...
05/26/2026

Did you know the California grizzly bear went extinct in 1924 due to habitat loss and hunting?

As part of CALM Zoo’s Master Plan West Expansion, we are honored to help share the story of this iconic keystone species of California’s ecosystem. The future expansion will feature North American grizzly bears, offering an opportunity to highlight their ecological importance and the vital role their distant relatives once played across our state’s landscapes.

The proposed Flex Bear Habitats of the West Expansion will include three expansive, naturalistic spaces for both black bear and grizzly bear, with enrichment and rotational habitat access designed to reflect how bears naturally live, roam, and explore.

To learn more about the proposed West Expansion and CALM Zoo's long-term plans, visit CALMZoo.org. To explore ways to support the Zoo's growing future and potential ballot measure, visit ProtectCALMZoo.org.

Meet Julia! One of the friendly faces helping make every visit to CALM Zoo special.For nearly two years, Julia has broug...
05/23/2026

Meet Julia! One of the friendly faces helping make every visit to CALM Zoo special.

For nearly two years, Julia has brought positivity, professionalism, and a welcoming energy to our Gift Store team. From supporting guests with a smile to jumping in wherever needed, her kindness and dedication never go unnoticed.

Thank you, Julia, for everything you do for our animals, guests, and team!

Meet 324, one of CALM Zoo’s two resident California Condors. You may notice the numbered tags attached to their wings du...
05/22/2026

Meet 324, one of CALM Zoo’s two resident California Condors. You may notice the numbered tags attached to their wings during your visit. These identification tags help animal care teams and conservationists easily identify each individual condor and monitor their care and wellbeing.

California condors once nearly disappeared forever. By 1987, only 27 condors remained in the world due to habitat loss, hunting, and lead poisoning. Thanks to conservation efforts and protected breeding programs, the species has slowly begun to recover. Today, California condors remain both federally and state endangered, making every individual bird an important part of the species’ story.

At CALM Zoo, 250 and 324 help inspire guests to learn about wildlife conservation and the importance of protecting endangered species. By caring for these incredible birds and sharing their story, CALM Zoo is proud to support ongoing conservation and education efforts helping secure a future for California condors.

Next time you visit the Zoo, stop by to see 250 and 324 and learn more about these remarkable birds.

A huge thank you to the amazing volunteer group from Capital Insurance Group (CIG) for spending the past couple of days ...
05/21/2026

A huge thank you to the amazing volunteer group from Capital Insurance Group (CIG) for spending the past couple of days at CALM Zoo helping build an additional permanent shade structure in our equine yard for both Flappy and Peggy, just in time for those warm summer days ahead!

Projects like these make such a meaningful impact for the animals in our care, and we are incredibly grateful for community partners and volunteer groups like CIG who continue to support CALM Zoo through their time, hard work, and generosity.

From all of us at CALM Zoo, thank you for your support and hard work!

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10500 Alfred Harrell Highway
Bakersfield, CA
93306

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+16618722256

Website

https://linktr.ee/visitcalmzoo, https://linktr.ee/visitcalmzoo

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