Crikey! The countdown has begun for one of the biggest days in Australia Zoo's history, Steve Irwin Day to be held on Saturday, 15 November. This is a day to celebrate the one and only Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin.
Steve Irwin Day on 15 November is an international and annual event to celebrate the extraordinary life of the one and only Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin.
The day will represent the many things Steve was passionate about: FAMILY, WILDLIFE CONSERVATION and FUN.
Steve Irwin Day is also a day where people around the world join together to raise money for Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors to help continue Steve's conservation work and the preservation of wildlife and wild places.
Steve Irwin Day activities:
1. Khaki Day - don your khaki's for Khaki Day on 15 November. Get your workmates together in khaki for a morning tea for a gold coin donation!
2. Backyard Campout - get your friends or family together and campout in your own backyard (14 - 17 November) and listen to the wildlife! Get sponsors for your campout to raise money!
3. Australia Zoo event - visit Australia Zoo for a huge celebration with special guest performers and activities for all ages!
4. Steve Irwin Day Gala Dinner (Brisbane, Australia)
CRIKEY! It is a word made famous by one man, the Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin. A man who lived in his khakis and spent most of his time darting the bite of a venomous snake, wrestling a nine foot croc or anything else that was, well, simply out of the ordinary. He had an infectious personality that was saturated with enthusiasm, a love for life and wildlife alike.
You know the colour! It's khaki and it was Steve's trademark uniform – his go anywhere, signature style and he wore it with pride! For Khaki Day, we're asking you to be proud donning your khaki's to work, school or even out shopping to help make a difference.
Backyard Campout is a great way to spend valuable time with your family as well as raising money for a fantastic cause. It doesn't matter what sort of you have - you can still camp-out. Hang a hammock on your veranda, pitch a tent in the backyard, ask your class and school to camp out on the oval. Camp on your own. Camp with family. Camp with friends. Just get out there and camp like Steve did and help us connect people with their environment, collect money and help Wildlife Warriors protect wildlife and habitat.
Steve Irwin Day at Australia Zoo will be jam packed full of activities that encompass all the things that Steve loved such as conservation, family and of course animals! Stay tuned to this website for exciting updates!
So come along to Australia Zoo on 15 November which is sure to bring out the Wildlife Warrior in the entire family! Crikey! You won't want to miss it!
Gala Dinner
Australia Zoo and the Irwin Family will pay tribute to the original wildlife warrior, Steve Irwin, at the Steve Irwin Day Gala Dinner presented by Scifleet Toyota.
Unique experiences and exclusive auction items will be going under the hammer throughout the evening, helping to raise much needed funds for Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors to continue Steve’s conservation efforts.
For more information on the Steve Irwin Day Gala Dinner, or to register your interest in attending, please call 07 5436 2100 or email anna@australiazootravel.com.au.
Become a Wildlife Warrior
Join Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors Annual Giving Program and become a regular giver for our wildlife. Or, if you're aged between 5 and 12 years, you could become a Warrior Tribe member! Visit www.wildlifewarriors.org.au to find out how!
Adopt an Animal
By sponsoring one of our animals or conservation projects at Australia Zoo, not only do have the satisfaction of knowing you are making a difference - you will also receive gifts of appreciation according to the level at which you sponsor. Adopt an animal today.
Join the Zoo Club
Becoming a member of the Australia Zoo Club is too easy. For just $AUD45.00* for Australian residents and $AUD75.00* for international residents, you can be a member for a whole fun-filled year! Membership to the Australia Zoo Club is also a great gift idea for a mate, so why not give it a go?
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