Coffee and Conservation
National Unicorn Day- Black Rhino and Scimitar-Horned Oryx Conservation
Saturday, April 11, 9:00-10:00am
Location: Rhino Savanna Conservation Station
Join us in celebrating National Unicorn Day by hearing about two awe-worthy horned creatures that rival any myth from RoxAnna Bretigan, Chief Operating Officer. The majestic black rhino and the resilient Scimitar-horned oryx. Discover how conservation efforts are keeping these magical icons of the wild from vanishing. Discover their unique roles in our ecosystems, the challenges they face, their epic comeback stories, learn how you can sprinkle a little “unicorn magic” into real-world conservation, and leave inspired to protect these living legends. Let’s turn mythical magic into real-world impact!
About Coffee and Conservation
Discover how The Living Desert is pioneering desert conservation — here at the Zoo and around the world!
At this exclusive members-only event, you are invited to enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries while hearing directly from our conservation experts. From habitat restoration in Southern California, to efforts in Africa to protect the critically endangered black rhinos, and to species reintroduction programs in North America, you’ll get insider insight into the projects we’re leading in 12 countries.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with the experts leading these vital conservation efforts and see how, together, we’re shaping a better future for desert wildlife.
* This event includes access to a complimentary hot and cold coffee bar and pastries, while supplies last.
Coffee and Conservation
National Unicorn Day- Black Rhino and Scimitar-Horned Oryx Conservation
Saturday, April 11, 9:00-10:00am
Location: Rhino Savanna Conservation Station
Join us in celebrating National Unicorn Day by hearing about two awe-worthy horned creatures that rival any myth from RoxAnna Bretigan, Chief Operating Officer. The majestic black rhino and the resilient Scimitar-horned oryx. Discover how conservation efforts are keeping these magical icons of the wild from vanishing. Discover their unique roles in our ecosystems, the challenges they face, their epic comeback stories, learn how you can sprinkle a little “unicorn magic” into real-world conservation, and leave inspired to protect these living legends. Let’s turn mythical magic into real-world impact!
About Coffee and Conservation
Discover how The Living Desert is pioneering desert conservation — here at the Zoo and around the world!
At this exclusive members-only event, you are invited to enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries while hearing directly from our conservation experts. From habitat restoration in Southern California, to efforts in Africa to protect the critically endangered black rhinos, and to species reintroduction programs in North America, you’ll get insider insight into the projects we’re leading in 12 countries.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with the experts leading these vital conservation efforts and see how, together, we’re shaping a better future for desert wildlife.
* This event includes access to a complimentary hot and cold coffee bar and pastries, while supplies last.
Desert Discovery Camps 2023
The Garden’s Summer Camps are back! Register your child to one of three drop-off camps that will encourage the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts, conservationists and environmental scientists.

