tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865209203861111375.post1407884927454646415..comments2023-10-18T06:47:09.859-07:00Comments on L.J. Popp's World adventures!: Amazing Japanese Summer Vacation with Mom: Adventure World (Best!)L.J. Popphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13284792042056312456noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5865209203861111375.post-83271180926527351622010-09-02T12:51:53.179-07:002010-09-02T12:51:53.179-07:00Your point about conservation seemed right on the ...Your point about conservation seemed right on the mark. That's one thing that lit up in my mind as I read your description. It's not only conservation of a species, but a conservation of an animal's "right" to a normal-as-possible existence.<br />From what you've said, I think the Japanese "theme park" model is a great idea, and is severely lacking in what American zoos I've seen. To my mind, people are going to a zoo most of the time simply to have fun. Shouldn't a zoo cater to that? So many times I have seen zoo visitors complain about not seeing the animal, not getting to touch the animal, see the feeding, or even get to ride the animal. They often hate walking so much. They often hate the prices. I would hazard to guess that most zoo visitors leave to some degree disappointed, or frustrated. I was often trying to do what I could to provide something memorable and tangible, a personal touch, an experience to take away.<br />I myself was horribly embarrassed at how the Tulsa Zoo had so few hands-on opportunities for guests. A petting zoo with a wallaby or such would have made a world of difference! Sheep? Goats? Pshaw.<br /><br />I have to run, but maybe it's better I don't get started too deeply.<br /><br />Thanks, Laura!<br /><br />Dolphin steak served at a zoo is a new one for me. Then again, the Japanese have a real, real bad reputation when it comes to dolphins.Richhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09091246964133101706noreply@blogger.com