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Tom Schmid, President and CEO of The Wilds and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, with an exciting message about our new, groundbreaking conservation programs. 

 

Empowering People. Saving Wildlife.

This statement isn't just a slogan – it's our mission, and it's deeply woven into every step we take.

As The Wilds and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium embark on a transformative journey, growing from two of the nation’s premiere zoological facilities to becoming an even more impactful wildlife conservation institution, we’re proud to announce a series of groundbreaking initiatives.


NORTH AMERICAN CENTER FOR BISON CONSERVATION 

Ohio Center for Wildlife Conservation

Gorilla Doctors in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Center for Species Survival: Asian Elephants 

Ranomafana Ruffed Lemur Project 

 


Conservation Projects at The Wilds