Each year, a local zoo shortens its hours to reflect the earlier sunset. 

Mindy Weaver, a zookeeper and registrar at the Scovill Zoo in Decatur, explains that while the Zoo's weekend hours will remain the same, on weekdays they will be closing at 4 PM rather than 5, beginning on Monday, August 11th. 

The Zoo shortens its hours due to the reduced traffic as school starts back up, as well as the shorter days and lower temperatures ahead. 

The Scovill Zoo closes for the season on October 13th; however, they will have limited hours with reservations required as they enter the season of Boo at the Zoo. Learn more by finding the Scovill Zoo on Facebook or going to Decatur-parks.org/scovill-zoo.